From Static Models to Real-Time Decisions: Scenexus Digital Twin Vision at the Netherlands Pavilion during MWC 2026

Cities and regions are under increasing pressure to respond faster and more intelligently to complex challenges. From traffic congestion and climate adaptation to large-scale emergencies, decision-makers must act in environments where conditions change by the minute. Yet many planning and simulation tools still rely on static data, fragmented models, and lengthy analysis cycles. At Mobile World Congress (MWC) Barcelona 2026, Scenexus will showcase how real-time digital twin technology can fundamentally change this paradigm at the Netherlands Pavilion.

Scenexus is a Dutch technology company and TNO spin-off that has spent more than two decades developing advanced spatial simulation technology. Founded in 2024 as a commercial venture, the company builds on deep scientific roots in distributed computing, extreme parallelisation, and GPU-based processing. The result is Urban Strategy, a digital twin platform designed to make urban and regional planning interactive, multi-domain, and real time.

Why static planning no longer works

Traditional urban planning tools were designed for relatively stable environments. They typically combine historical data with predefined assumptions, producing reports that may take hours, days, or even weeks to generate. In today’s reality, this approach is increasingly inadequate. Traffic patterns can change instantly due to incidents, weather events can escalate rapidly, and crises demand immediate coordination across multiple domains.

Scenexus addresses this gap by enabling decision-makers to simulate complex scenarios in seconds rather than hours. By integrating live data streams and processing them at scale, Urban Strategy allows users to explore "what-if" scenarios dynamically, even while conditions are unfolding. This shift from reactive analysis to proactive decision-making is particularly relevant for cities, telecom operators, and public safety organisations operating in high-pressure environments.

A multi-domain digital twin platform

One of the distinguishing features of Scenexus’ technology is its ability to operate across multiple domains simultaneously. Mobility, climate mitigation, spatial development, and crisis response are typically analysed in isolation, often by different departments or external consultants. Urban Strategy brings these domains together in a single platform, revealing interdependencies and trade-offs that would otherwise remain hidden.

For example, a city evaluating traffic measures during a major event can instantly see how changes affect accessibility for emergency services, emissions levels, and public safety outcomes. Similarly, during a crisis situation, authorities can adapt plans in real time as new data becomes available, rather than relying on predefined scenarios that may no longer reflect reality.

The role of telecom and real-time data

The evolution of digital twin technology is closely linked to advances in connectivity. High-quality, low-latency data streams are essential for real-time simulation and predictive modelling. This makes Scenexus’ presence at MWC especially relevant, as telecom providers increasingly explore how 5G and future networks can support smart city applications beyond connectivity alone.

Scenexus works with telecom operators to leverage network data for traffic management, emergency response, and regional resilience planning. By transforming raw data into actionable insights, the platform enables telcos to play a more strategic role in urban ecosystems, supporting governments and public safety bodies with intelligence rather than infrastructure alone.

From interactive simulations to AI-driven insight

Looking ahead, Scenexus is expanding its platform with AI-driven interaction and predictive capabilities. The goal is not only to simulate scenarios faster, but also to make complex analysis accessible to a wider group of stakeholders. Instead of navigating technical interfaces, users will be able to ask questions in natural language and receive clear, visual answers.

This evolution reflects a broader shift in digital transformation: technology should adapt to human decision-making processes, not the other way around. By lowering the barrier to participation, Scenexus aims to improve collaboration between policymakers, engineers, telecom experts, and emergency responders, leading to more robust and inclusive outcomes.

Global relevance and collaboration

Although Scenexus is firmly rooted in the Dutch innovation ecosystem, its ambitions are international. The company is actively expanding across Europe and North America, where demand for real-time planning tools is driven by smart city initiatives, climate resilience programs, and growing public safety requirements.

At MWC Barcelona 2026, Scenexus is looking to connect with telecom providers, government agencies, technology partners, and investors who share a vision of data-driven, resilient cities. The Netherlands Pavilion offers an ideal setting for these conversations, highlighting how European innovation can address global urban challenges.