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SUMMARY:Bridging the Gap: Addressing Gender Pay Disparities in Engineering - REGISTER NOW!
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW! \nPanellists consisting of industry leaders\, academia experts\, and engineering professionals will have an open discussion on the current state of the gender pay gap\, the policies driving change\, and the initiatives aimed at closing the gap in the engineering sector. \nThe forum aims to foster dialogues on multiple perspectives from existing policies to recent legislative developments\, to gender equality criteria in tender processes. With engaging discussion\, the forum aims to benefit a broad audience on understanding where we are at approaching a more equitable and inclusive future for all professionals in the field. \nBy joining this event\, you will:  \n\nUnderstand current landscape of the issue and policies designed to address it\nGain insights into practical initiatives and strategies for closing the gender pay within tender and procurement processes\nIdentify actionable steps that can be implemented within one’s own organisation\nBe equipped with the latest statistics\, transparency tools\, and benchmarking standards to monitor and report disparities.\n\nSpeakers \n \nKaren Whelan \nAssociate Dean\, Learning & Teaching | Faculty of Engineering | Queensland University of Technology \nKaren is a materials engineer and engineering educator with over 25 years of experience in the higher education sector. Her research is on gender diversity and inclusion in engineering education and engineering practice. As Associate Dean\, Learning and Teaching she has strategic oversight of course and curriculum development and teaching quality\, in the QUT Faculty of Engineering\, which offers undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in nine engineering disciplines\, as well as in architecture and the built environment. In 2023 and 2024 QUT introduced an innovative and contemporary set of new degree programs including integrated vertical degrees\, giving students the opportunity to study for a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and a Masters degree in one of the following areas: Robotics and AI\, Advanced Manufacturing\, Sustainable Infrastructure\, and Renewable Energy. Karen is Chair of the Engineers Australia Women in Engineering Queensland Committee\, and a member of the EA National Committee for Women in Engineering. She also leads a Diversity and Inclusion Special Interest Group in the Australasian Association for Engineering Education. \n \nDr Melinda Laundon \nSenior Research Fellow from the Australian Cobotics Centre and Centre for Decent Work and Industry\, Queensland University of Technology \nDr Melinda Laundon is a Senior Research Fellow from the Australian Cobotics Centre and Centre for Decent Work and Industry\, Queensland University of Technology. Melinda has a longstanding interest in gender equity at work and has researched fair pay\, pay transparency\, and flexible work. Her recent and current research projects include reward and recognition in the Australian finance sector\, the impact of emerging technologies on workers and organisations\, and university teaching and learning. Melinda’s career prior to academia was in the Australian Public Service. \n \nMaria Koutsimpisis \nProject Controls Manager – Southern Program Alliance (Level Crossing Removal Project) – Acciona AU & NZ \nMaria has had over 20 years’ experience in complex\, capital-intensive multinationals\, leading large cross-functional teams on multi-year\, billion-dollar projects. She is the Project Controls Manager at Southern Program Alliance and Regional Project Controls Manager for ACCIONA and prior to this had a successful international executive automotive career with General Motors. She has an MBA from the Melbourne Business School and BEng(Mech) Hons/ BSc(Mathematics) from the University of Melbourne. She is an EngExec and Fellow with Engineers Australia and is Chartered in Leadership & Management and Project Management. She is the Chair of the National Committee for Women in Engineering\, a Non Executive Director with ANCAP and an Advisory Board Member with Power of Engineering. \n \nCathy Sanders \nHR manager\, Acciona \nCathy has been in civil construction for last 7 years\, having started her career in education and training over 20 years ago. As a secondary teacher by trade\, her passion for learning pathways quickly evolved into career pathways within human resources. Cathy is an advocate for the opportunities transferrable skills can bring into the construction industry\, especially for women\, and she demonstrates that both within her role with Acciona and through volunteering on the NAWIC Education and Mentoring Committee. \n 
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/bridging-the-gap-addressing-gender-pay-disparities-in-engineering-save-the-date/
LOCATION:Online and in person at: Level 9\, 340 Adelaide Street\, Brisbane
CATEGORIES:Hybrid,Online,Queensland
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240801T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240801T200000
DTSTAMP:20260523T083330
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SUMMARY:Rozelle Interchange Project - Presentation and Q&A
DESCRIPTION:Overcoming the complex geometry and geology during design and construction of the Rozelle Interchange tunnel network\nTHURSDAY 1 AUGUST – REGISTRATION LINK NOW AVAILABLE!\nRozelle Interchange was the final stage (Stage 3b) of the WestConnex project. As stated in the project title\, ‘Interchange’\, this project linked the M4 East and M4-M8 Link projects with the future Western Harbour Tunnel project. To achieve these connections and minimise surface impacts\, complex road and underground ventilation alignments were needed. This presentation covers design and construction challenges to overcome the complex road alignment (including 50 tunnel over tunnel crossovers) and equally complex geology. \nTimings\n5:30 – 6:00 – Networking and snacks \n6:00 – 7:00 – Presentation and Q&A \n7:00 – 8:00 – Networking \nLearning outcomes\n\nUnderstand the Rozelle Interchange Tunnel.\nLearn how complex geology coupled with complex road geometry\, including 4 levels of tunnels was safely constructed.\n\nSpeakers\n \nBeatriz Estrada\nPrincipal\, PSM \nBeatriz is a Principal Engineering Geologist at PSM. She has worked as part of the design and construction teams of numerous tunnel projects. She has been the technical lead for the development of the geotechnical models for multiple tunnel projects in Sydney including Rozelle Interchange\, Sydney Metro City and Southwest and Western Harbour Tunnel\, Southern Tunnel Works. \n  \n \nMark Trim\nPrincipal Tunnel Engineer\, Delve Underground \nMark is the Underground and Tunnels Practice Lead for Delve Underground’s Australian and New Zealand Region. He has 26 years of experience working as a design engineer and design manager specializing in permanent and temporary underground structures. He has in-depth knowledge of empirical and numerical modelling methods and has designed tunnels using SEM\, tunnel boring machines and cut-and-cover excavation techniques.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/rozelle-interchange-project-save-the-date/
LOCATION:EA Sydney Office\, Mezzanine Level\, 44 Market Street\, Sydney\, New South Wales\, 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:New South Wales,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240808T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240808T183000
DTSTAMP:20260523T083330
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SUMMARY:Road tunnel ventilation optimisation using 1D modelling
DESCRIPTION:Overview \nThis event offers invaluable insights into improving road tunnel ventilation systems. \nHear first-hand from experts who collaborated with Australian road tunnel operators to enhance their ventilation using advanced simulation tools. Learn how Ventsim DESIGN\, a 1D network flow simulation tool with a 3D graphical user interface\, was adapted for tunnel-specific challenges like jet fan pressure and vehicle piston effects. \nDiscover the detailed process of building validated models\, calibrated with real-time sensor data\, and how these models were used to trial and implement successful changes. Key topics include reducing power consumption\, optimising fan use and modifying emission requirements. \nBy attending\, you’ll gain practical knowledge applicable to tunnel ventilation and other engineering challenges\, witnessing the real-world impact of these innovations. Don’t miss this opportunity to network with industry professionals and stay ahead with cutting-edge ventilation solutions. \nLearning outcomes \nIn this presentation\, you will learn about: \n\nThe approach taken in modelling ventilation in operational road tunnels\, informed by experience in underground mine ventilation and model calibration.\nVarious approaches taken in mining and how they may or may not be applicable to tunnel ventilation.\n\nAbout the speakers \n\nFlorian Michelin\nBrisbane Manager\, Howden Ventsim\n\nFlorian Michelin is the Howden Ventsim Brisbane Manager. Florian Michelin is a mechanical engineer\, specialising in computational fluid dynamics. They started as a software developer at Chasm Consulting (now owned by Howden)\, developing new features and improving simulation algorithms in Ventsim™. This led to the development of Pumpsim\, a software for liquid pipe flow simulation\, and Florian became the product manager for Pumpsim\, as well as trainer and consultant using Ventsim and Pumpsim. Now\, they are the manager for Howden Ventsim Australia\, responsible for development\, sales\, training\, and consulting activities for Ventsim and Pumpsim products.\n\n\n\nDr Martin Griffith\nSoftware Team Leader\, Howden Ventsim\n\nDr Martin Griffith is the Howden Ventsim Software Team Leader. He has worked in ventilation network modelling software development and consulting projects at Howden Ventsim for seven years. Prior to this\, he worked for a decade in fluid dynamics research at Monash and Swinburne Universities. He has a PhD in Mechanical Engineering.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/road-tunnel-ventilation-optimisation-using-1d-modelling/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240815T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240815T190000
DTSTAMP:20260523T083330
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SUMMARY:DAARWIN-GEMINI A novel tool to predict advance rate of a TBM in real-time
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nSAALG Geomechanics\, in collaboration with ACCIONA\, has developed DAARWIN-GEMINI\, a software system designed to optimize the performance of tunnel boring machines (TBMs) using machine learning-based techniques. The system key features include an advanced architecture for querying and processing data from the TBM database\, big data analysis and visualization in a web browser\, a ground-machine interaction model to predict the TBM advance rate and operation anomalies detection via machine learning algorithms to enhance the efficiency and reliability of tunnel excavation operations. The system has been validated in the Mularroya (Spain) hydraulic tunnel (small diameter shield TBM) in fractured rock mass with faulted and sheared zones\, and implemented in a larger diameter tunnel with EPB in Sao Paulo (Brazil) in weathered granite materials. In both cases\, the ground-machine excavation model was trained with excavation data from each tunnel and the model was deployed to provide real-time predictions of the penetration rate during the TBM operation. \nThis is an in-person and online event. \nLearning outcomes\nIn this presentation you will learn: \n\nHow machine learning is being applied within the tunnelling industry to improve productivity and reduce risk.\nA statistical approach to a ground-machine interaction model to predict the penetration rate of a TBM from performance parameters and geotechnical parameters.\nArchitecture and workflow of a system capable of providing predictions of the penetration rate at ring level and perform geotechnical back-analysis to assess spatial variability of ground parameters.\nLessons learned from the implementation of the system in two case studies\, a small diameter hydraulic tunnel in Spain and a metro tunnel in Brazil.\n\nEvent program\n\n5:30 pm AEST:  In-Person event registration opens\n6:00 pm AEST:  Event commences (online event starts here)\n7:00 pm AEST:  Event concludes\n\nAbout the speaker\n \nIgnasi Aliguer \nCTO and Co-Founder\, SAALG Geomechanics \nIgnasi Aliguer is Chief Technology Officer and Co-Founder at SAALG Geomechanics\, a software company and engineering firm focused on advanced digital tools for geotechnical engineering problems. Ignasi worked as a Research Engineer at Tech. University of Catalonia\, focusing on hydraulic fracture numerical simulations working with a major oil company. He also served as a Visiting Research Scholar at the University of Colorado at Boulder. He then joined Petrabytes\, a software company providing data solutions and visualization tools for the oilfield industry. Ignasi then co founded SAALG\, where he leads the team in charge of developing DAARWIN.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/daarwin-gemini-a-novel-tool-to-predict-advance-rate-of-a-tbm-in-real-time/
LOCATION:Online and in person at: Level 9\, 340 Adelaide Street\, Brisbane
CATEGORIES:Online,Queensland
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240829T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240829T180000
DTSTAMP:20260523T083330
CREATED:20240806T045319Z
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SUMMARY:Geocomposite Tunnel Invert Drainage - Online technical presentation
DESCRIPTION:Presentation abstract:  \nCavidrain Invert geocomposite systems are used to form a drainage layer beneath the road pavement of tunnel floors. The use of Cavidrain Invert offers a number of advantages over more traditional methods (which use crushed stone and pipes) such as: (i) reduced excavation (as they form a much thinner layer compared to crushed stone layers\, requiring less excavation thus accelerating the construction process); (ii) faster installation (they can be quickly laid down\, reducing installation time compared to traditional methods); (iii) lower costs (achieved through the reduction of excavation and the acceleration of the construction process); (iv) improved drainage (as they provide larger void to facilitate a better water flow compared to crushed stone and thus ensuring effective drainage); (v) reduced mineral scale buildup (by mitigating problems caused by mineral deposits that can clog traditional drainage systems). This presentation demonstrates the use of Cavidrain Invert in projects such as the Cross River Rail and how these projects integrated this system into the design and construction. \nSpeak Bios: \n \nGoran Erak \nCivil engineer with 33 years of experience in the UK\, Europe\, Africa and Middle East\, working on a number of challenging projects within a variety of sectors\, including environmental\, tunnels\, highways\, rail\, water\, mining\, structural and residential. \nResponsible for the ABG Geosynthetics Civils division globally\, including monitoring design output for specific projects in this sector and dealing with civil engineering consultancies\, contractors\, government organisations and coordinating research projects with universities. Providing specialist geosynthetic design solutions on unusual or difficult civil engineering applications. Managing research and development projects for advanced geosynthetic applications. \n \nAmir Shahkolahi \nMEngSc (Civil Engineering)\, Fellow member of Engineers Australia\, National Deputy Chair of the Australian Geomechanics Society (AGS)\, Board member of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)-Australian Section\, Member of the Standards Australia Technical Committee CE/032-Reinforced fill structures working group\, Representative of Engineers Australia in the Standard Australia Technical Committee for Geosynthetics and the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Technical Committee ISO/TC 221\, Industry Board member of the Australian Pavement Research Hub\, Elected Council member of the International Geosynthetics Society (IGS)\, Chair of the International Geosynthetics Society (IGS) Asia Pacific Regional Committee\, Leadership team of the International Geosynthetics Society Technical Committees for Barriers (TC-B)\, Member of the International Geosynthetics Society Technical Committees for reinforcement (TC-R) and Stabilisation (TC-S)\, and Member of the ASTM Technical Committee D35 on Geosynthetics and Committee E60 on Sustainability. \nEvent sponsor \n \nglobalsynthetics.com.au \nGlobal Synthetics is a Gold supporting member of the ATS
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/geocomposite-tunnel-invert-drainage-online-technical-presentation/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240910T210000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240910T223000
DTSTAMP:20260523T083330
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SUMMARY:ITA Lecture - EPB tunnelling: environmental aspects and re-use opportunities of the conditioned muck
DESCRIPTION:The rapid development of mechanised tunnelling in the last decades has increased the tunnelling community’s focus on the environmental aspects of tunnel construction. The excavation carried out by using EPB (Earth Pressure Balance) machines often requires the use of foaming agents\, specific products that are added to the medium intended to be excavated\, in order to make the excavation process possible. The produced muck can be considered more than a simple “landfill material” and its re-use is strongly suggested in view of sustainable excavation and circular economy principles. However\, the correct management process should be followed. This process should take into account the presence of the used additives in the mucking itself. \nThis instalment of the Lunchtime lecture series will focus on ‘EPB tunnelling: environmental aspects and re-use opportunities of the conditioned muck’ in collaboration with ITA-AITES WG15. \nThis episode will feature three lectures: \n\nThe conditioning phase in EPB tunnelling and the issue of muck disposal – Prof. Carmine Todaro\nEnvironmental aspects of the conditioning phase\, chemical profile of foaming agents and the biodegradation process: the Italian approach before muck re-use – Dr. Anna Barra Caracciolo\nThe muck as a raw ingredient for industrial production\, its physical transformations and treatment\, including examples from construction sites – Prof. Robert Galler\n\nFollowing the three presentations there will be time for Q&A with the presenters\, with discussion and Q&A moderated by Dr. Nikolai Bobylev \nThe Lunchtime lecture series remains free and open to all. For all those that cannot join ‘live’ online\, please register and you will receive a link to stream the episode after the event – this link will be valid for 24 hours only. After these 24 hours\, anyone wanting to watch the episode can do so by registering for the episode on the ITA website\, but there will be a small fee to watch.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/ita-lecture-epb-tunnelling-environmental-aspects-and-re-use-opportunities-of-the-conditioned-muck/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241002T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241002T190000
DTSTAMP:20260523T083330
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SUMMARY:Hobsons Bay main Yarra crossing duplication project
DESCRIPTION:The Hobsons Bay Main Sewer (HBMS)\, constructed in the 1960s\, transfers approximately 30 per cent of Melbourne’s wastewater to the Western Treatment Plan at Werribee. \nThe sewer alignment has a single sewer crossing under the Yarra River\, which has deteriorated to a point where it requires rehabilitation and/or replacement. The Hobson Bay main Yarra crossing duplications project is the construction of a new sewer alongside the current HBMS to ensure there are no disruptions to the critical sewer network and will allow for the future uninterrupted rehabilitation of the existing crossing. \nThis presentation covers the design and construction of the new sewer; tunnelling and excavating shafts in difficult ground conditions\, constructing shafts over the critical live sewers\, completing the live connections and bringing the new sewer successfully into service. \nATS Platinum Sponsor John Holland. \nProgram\nOnline: \n\n6.00 pm AEST: Presentation and Q&A\n\nIn-person: \n\n5.30 pm AEST: Guest arrival\, registration\, networking\n6.00 pm AEST: Presentation and Q&A\n7.00 pm: Event ends\n\nAbout the speaker\n\n\n\nNick Cox\nConstruction Manager\, John Holland\nBiography\nNick is a Construction Manager at John Holland. During his 16 years as a civil engineer with John Holland\, Nick has specialised in major road\, rail and water infrastructure tunnelling projects in Victoria\, NSW and Queensland. \nHis expertise includes TBMs\, pipejacking\, mined tunnelling\, ground treatment and shaft sinking in both hard and soft ground. Nick has been at the forefront of implementing key project innovations such as the use of glass-reinforced plastic linings and manholes and the development of mechanical flumes for live sewer diversion works.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/hobsons-bay-main-yarra-crossing-duplication-project/
LOCATION:Melbourne Engineers Australia office
CATEGORIES:Online,Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20241008T220000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20241008T233000
DTSTAMP:20260523T083330
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SUMMARY:ITA Lecture - Practical Aspects of Segmental Tunnel Lining Design
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Practical Aspects of Segmental Tunnel Lining Design \nAfter several decades of continuous progress\, mechanized tunnelling has now become the main method applied in almost all types of geology\, all sizes\, and in increasingly shorter lengths. The predominant excavation support system for TBM tunnels consists of a one-pass precast concrete segmental liner which in addition to typical use in soft ground contexts is also increasingly applied in competent rock settings to better manage the geotechnical and hydrogeological risks. The first presentation of this lecture covers necessary details for analysis and design and provides in-depth information allowing tunnel engineers to start designing tunnel segmental linings. The required elements of concrete technology are presented in the second presentation and the last presentation describes the use of fiber for reinforcing segmental linings which has become the preferred solution for most cases. \nThis instalment of the Lunchtime lecture series will focus on practical Aspects of Segmental Tunnel Lining Design. \nThis episode will feature three lectures: \n\nBasic Principles of Tunnel Segmental Liner Analysis and Design – Verya Nasri\nTechnology challenges to meet sustainability goals of concrete used for tunnel segmental linings – Barzin Mobasher\nUse of Fiber for Tunnel Segment reinforcement – Benoit De Rivaz\n\nFollowing the three presentations there will be time for Q&A with the presenters. \n  \n \nVerya Nasri\, AECOM \n \nBenoit De Rivaz\, Bekaert Underground Solutions \nThe Lunchtime lecture series remains free and open to all. For all those that cannot join ‘live’ online\, please register and you will receive a link to stream the episode after the event – this link will be valid for 24 hours only. After these 24 hours\, anyone wanting to watch the episode can do so by registering for the episode on the ITA website\, but there will be a small fee to watch. \nRegister for the events here: https://www.itacet.org/sessions/forthcoming
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/ita-lecture-practical-aspects-of-segmental-tunnel-lining-design/
LOCATION:Webinar – Online only
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241022T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241022T190000
DTSTAMP:20260523T083330
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SUMMARY:North East Link SEM Ventilation Tunnel and Adit Construction
DESCRIPTION:Overview \nThe construction of the North East Link (NEL) tunnels is well underway! The largest transport infrastructure project in Victorian history consists of 6.5 km tunnels from Watsonia to Bulleen\, and it will complete Melbourne’s orbital freeway network. The presentation will provide an overview of the recently constructed ventilation tunnel and adits using Sequential Excavation Method (SEM). The key topics include primary support types and selection criteria\, construction sequence and methodology\, observational ground behaviour and support optimisation on site. This presentation offers an exclusive look into the mega project\, detailing the entire timeline from design to construction. It provides a unique opportunity to showcase the comparison between tunnel design considerations and field observations\, with the intention to bridge the gap between theory and practice. \nLearning outcomes \nThis presentation you will learn: \n• Regional geology and how the project classifies the rock mass for tunnel support selection. \n• The roles and responsibilities of the CPS team in the field and how they provide advice on “as required” support installation. \n• An overview of the detailed design process and how the North East Link team are bridging the gap between design and construction through design and constructability optimisations. \nTimings \nOnline: \n6:00pm AEDT: Presentation and Q&A \n7:00pm AEDT: Webinar ends \nIn-person: \n5:30pm AEDT: Guest arrival\, registration\, networking \n6:00pm AEDT: Presentation and Q&A \n7:00pm AEDT: Event ends \n  \nSpeakers \n \nBrooke Carnes \nSenior Project engineer\, DELVE Underground \nBrooke is a Senior Project engineer at Delve Underground with 10 years of experience in tunnelling on a wide range of transportation and water projects\, both in Australia and internationally. She has design experience in metro rail\, road tunnel and large-scale underground structures. Brooke was the SEM mainline tunnel Package Lead on the North East Link Program Detailed Design Phase and is now working as a Field Professional providing Construction Phase Services to SPARK for the construction of the SEM scope on this project. \n \nHeather Hughes-Adams \nProfessional geotechnical engineer\, DELVE Underground \nHeather Hughes-Adams is a professional geotechnical engineer with 6 years of experience in the industry. She joined Delve Underground in Vancouver in 2021\, where she has used her background in site investigation and trenchless construction engineering to support her work in trenchless technology\, including the design and construction of horizontal directional installations and pipe rammed crossings. Since joining the Melbourne office last year\, Heather has begun working on large scale transportation tunnels\, starting with the North-East Link project where she works full time on Construction Phase Services.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/north-east-link-sem-ventilation-tunnel-and-adit-construction/
LOCATION:Delve Underground\, Level 15 / 385 Bourke Street\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Online,Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241107T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241107T180000
DTSTAMP:20260523T083330
CREATED:20240813T015744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T020450Z
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SUMMARY:ATS technical session: Design of large underground caverns for pumped hydro projects
DESCRIPTION:Overview \nThis webinar will be focused on the design of large underground caverns\, a crucial topic with the current development of multiple Pumped Hydro schemes. The main speaker will be Mousa Hazrati Aghchai\, who has a PhD in rock mechanics and a solid background in geotechnics/rock mechanics in Tunnelling\, Hydropower\, and Dam engineering with 20 years of experience. \nLearning outcomes  \nIn this presentation you will learn: \n\nKey aspects of large underground caverns design for pumped hydro projects.\nMain risks to consider when designing this kind of high-complexity structures.\nCase studies of real projects.\n\nAbout the speaker \n \nMousa Hazrati Aghchai\nTechnical Director Tunnels & Underground Space\, GHD \nMousa has a degree in Rock Mechanics\, and a Masters and PhD both in Rock Mechanics as well. He has been in GHD for 2 years. Mousa has 20 years of experience in the design of surface and underground excavations applied in Civil Engineering such as Tunnel engineering including Roadway\, Railway and water conveyance tunnels both in conventional (drill and blast) and mechanized methods\, Dam engineering\, Hydropower projects\, and Pump storage power plants. As a special expertise\, he has designed several large caverns and deep shafts. Having a solid technical background\, he has extensive experience in empirical\, analytical\, and numerical methods in Tunnel engineering. He has also experience in solving challenges during design\, construction\, and operation periods. Mousa has been involved in design and execution of several national and international projects.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/ats-technical-session-design-of-large-underground-caverns-for-pumped-hydro-projects/
LOCATION:Online and in person at: Level 9\, 340 Adelaide Street\, Brisbane
CATEGORIES:Online,Queensland
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20241112T230000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20241113T003000
DTSTAMP:20260523T083330
CREATED:20241106T045246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T045246Z
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SUMMARY:ITA Lecture Series - Face Stability Issues
DESCRIPTION:This instalment of the Lunchtime lecture series will focus on practical Face Stability Issues.\nThis episode will feature three lectures: \n• Examples of tunnel face instability on site – Elena Chiriotti\n• Overview of mechanisms and methods to evaluate tunnel face stability – Nicolas Berthoz\n• Case of deep tunnels in a clay medium – Thomas Pferdekamper \nFollowing the three presentations there will be time for Q&A with the presenters\nThe Lunchtime lecture series remains free and open to all. For all those that cannot join ‘live’ online\, please register and you will receive a link to stream the episode after the event – this link will be valid for 24 hours only. After these 24 hours\, anyone wanting to watch the episode can do so by registering for the episode on the ITA website\, but there will be a small fee to watch.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/ita-lecture-series-face-stability-issues/
LOCATION:Webinar – Online only
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241113T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241113T193000
DTSTAMP:20260523T083330
CREATED:20241023T002909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T002909Z
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SUMMARY:North East Link Project update and Australian Tunnelling Society annual meeting
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE: Contrary to what it says on the Engineers Australia registration page\, this event is completely free to ATS members. Please make sure you register using your ATS email address and the discount will be applied as you move through the registration process.  \nEvent summary \nExplore this year’s key tunnelling developments at the Australian Tunnelling Society (ATS) Victorian Chapter Annual Special Meeting\, where you’ll also witness the election of the 2025 ATS Victorian Committee. \nFollowing these formalities\, this year’s technical session spotlights the latest progress on Melbourne’s North East Link project\, a pivotal tunnelling initiative. \nThe technical session will explore how advancements in Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) and Sequential Excavation Method (SEM) techniques address complex geological conditions like Silurian bedrock and Yarra River deposits\, along with improved excavation methods and real-time progress monitoring. \nYou’ll also gain insights into the use of digital engineering to enhance safety\, as well as strategies for environmental management and minimising urban disruption. \nLearning outcomes \nIn this presentation\, you will learn: \n\nhow TBM and SEM techniques are integrated to optimise tunnelling in complex geological and urban environments\nthe impact of digital engineering on design accuracy\, construction efficiency and coordination\nthe role of advanced monitoring systems in real-time operational adjustments and environmental management.\n\nProgram \nIn-person: \n\n5.30 pm AEDT: networking\n6.00 pm AEDT: refreshments\n6.30 pm AEDT: meeting and technical presentation\n7.20 pm AEDT: event ends\n\nOnline: \n\n6.30 pm AEDT: meeting and technical presentation\n7.20 pm AEDT: event ends\n\nAbout the speakers \n\nKen Muir\nTechnical Director\, Project Co\, the North East Link Project Central Package\nBiography \nKen Muir is a Chartered Engineer with 40 years of experience in underground works. Currently serving as Technical Director for PCo on the Central Package of the North East Link Project\, Ken’s diverse career spans continents and industries. He began in South African mines before contributing to the Channel Tunnel in the UK. \nHis expertise extends to hydropower projects in Malaysia and Peru\, mine development in Ireland\, and mass transit projects in Spain and Southeast Asia. For the past 18 years\, Ken has been based in Melbourne\, where he has been involved in tendering and working on a wide range of projects both in Australia and Southeast Asia. \n  \n \nPaul Thomas\nDirector\, D&C Central\, North East Link Program\nBiography \nPaul Thomas is a Chartered Engineer with 35 years of experience in underground/tunnelling and heavy civil engineering projects. Currently the Director D&C Central for NELP (State Delivery Authority)\, Paul’s career began in 1988 in South Wales\, UK. \nHis international experience\, spanning 22 years\, includes work on mass transit and hydropower underground/tunnelling projects across Singapore\, Hong Kong\, New Delhi\, Riyadh\, and Australia. In 2015\, Paul transitioned to a role with the State Government as Deputy Director for the Melbourne Metro Tunnel\, bringing his extensive global expertise to bear on local infrastructure projects. \nThis event is supported by ARUP.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/north-east-link-project-update-and-australian-tunnelling-society-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Online and in person at Arup Melbourne\, Sky Park 1\, Melbourne Quarter\, 699 Collins Street\, Victoria\, 3008
CATEGORIES:Online,Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241126T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241126T190000
DTSTAMP:20260523T083330
CREATED:20240909T043528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T032035Z
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SUMMARY:Ground freezing below a river estuary
DESCRIPTION:Overview \nA new 1.48km road tunnel has been excavated beneath the Świna straits in northwest Poland using a 13.46m slurry TBM. To overcome the challenges posed by low overburden and complex geology\, artificial ground freezing was implemented to enable safe excavation for the emergency egress structures required for motorway operations. This presentation will focus on the design and execution of the ground freezing process\, including analysis of construction phase monitoring data and key lessons learned from this challenging project. \nLearning outcomes \nAttendees will learn about ground freezing under river estuaries. \nTimings \n17:30 – 18:00 – Registration \n18:00 – 18:50 – Presentation \n18:50 – 19:00 – Questions \nIf attending online\, please log in at 17:55. \nSpeaker \n \nAnastasios Konstantinou \nDesigner\, Systra \nAnastasios (Tassos) is a seasoned geotechnical engineering specialising in underground infrastructure design. With a strong background in TBMs\, NATM\, cut and cover structures\, deep excavation as well as soil and rock slope stability\, Tassos brings a comprehensive skill set to his role. Originally from Greece\, Anastasios joined the SYSTRA team in 2018 and is currently the design package lead for the TBM Tunnel Segmental Lining design on the Suburban Rail Loop East\, Work Package C based in Melbourne.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/ground-freezing-below-a-river-estuary-save-the-date/
LOCATION:EA Brisbane Office\, Level 9\, 340 Adelaide St (EA Office)\, Brisbane\, Queensland\, 4000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Online,Queensland
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250114T230000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250115T003000
DTSTAMP:20260523T083330
CREATED:20241216T231300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T231300Z
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SUMMARY:ITA Lecture Series #42 - The seismic design of tunnels and underground structures
DESCRIPTION:This instalment of the Lunchtime lecture series will focus on ‘The seismic design of tunnels and underground structures’ in collaboration with ITA AITES WG9. \nThe episode will feature three lectures and will finish with a Q&A with all speakers. It will begin at 13:00 CET. \n\nOverview of seismic design – Conrad Felice\nThe international earthquake risk\, the risk to ITA member nations\, and the role of Working Group 9. Specific concerns to be addressed in a seismic design for tunnels and underground structures in earthquake-prone areas will be presented\, along with examples of systems that have been damaged by past earthquakes.\nFramework for seismic design & analysis of underground structures – Youssef Hashash\nSpecific procedures and analysis practices required to design a tunnel or underground structure in a seismic environment. Available methodologies will be presented\, including both empirical and numerical methods\, and specific areas of concern will be highlighted compared to traditional static analysis.\nCase studies – Angel Del Amo & Carlos Jaramillo\nThe seismic analysis of a fault-crossing tunnel\, emphasizing the critical understanding of seismic hazards and their implications for tunnel design and safety.\n\nFollowing the three presentations there will be time for Q&A with the presenters. \nThe Lunchtime lecture series remains free and open to all. For all those that cannot join ‘live’ online\, please register and you will receive a link to stream the episode after the event – this link will be valid for 24 hours only. After these 24 hours\, anyone wanting to watch the episode can do so by registering for the episode on the ITA website\, but there will be a small fee to watch. \nRegister for the events here: Lunchtime lecture series #42 | Itacet
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/ita-lecture-series-42-the-seismic-design-of-tunnels-and-underground-structures/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Register via the link to join!
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250211T230000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250212T003000
DTSTAMP:20260523T083330
CREATED:20250210T022112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T022156Z
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SUMMARY:ITA Lecture Series   #43 - Contractual tools for good project management
DESCRIPTION:This instalment of the Lunchtime lecture series will focus on contractual tools for good project management. This episode will feature three lectures: \n• Good contracts need good tenders – Matthias Neuenschwander\n• Project delivery through partnership – Neil Paynter\n• BIM in UGW contracts – Rita Sanfilippo \nFollowing the three presentations there will be time for Q&A with the presenters \nThe Lunchtime lecture series remains free and open to all. For all those that cannot join ‘live’ online\, please register and you will receive a link to stream the episode after the event – this link will be valid for 24 hours only. After these 24 hours\, anyone wanting to watch the episode can do so by registering for the episode on the ITA website\, but there will be a small fee to watch.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/ita-lecture-series-43-contractual-tools-for-good-project-management/
LOCATION:Webinar – Online only
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250220T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250220T210000
DTSTAMP:20260523T083330
CREATED:20241218T002732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T003014Z
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SUMMARY:Innovative water management for underground constructions
DESCRIPTION:Summary \nWater ingress during underground construction has been known to cause structural instability\, heightened maintenance costs\, and pose an array of safety hazards. These hazards range from the seemingly minimal moisture damage to the more severe cracking.  Traditionally\, solutions such as grouting\, drainage pipes\, and repair injections have been employed. However\, these methods are not only temporary but also prove to be rather costly\, creating a case for an innovative and sustainable alternative.  This webinar will present water management using drainage mesh solutions along with case studies from projects that have pioneered the usage of these mesh solutions. They provide a tangible demonstration of reductions in environmental impact\, lower costs\, and enhanced durability across diverse environments and geologies. \nProgram Timeline \n6.00pm AEST – Webinar commences \n6.45pm AEST – Q&A with speakers \n7.00pm AEST – Webinar concludes \nLearning Outcomes\nParticipants will gain an understanding of how to mitigate water pressure risks using monolithic drainage mesh solutions\, offering a sustainable alternative.\nThrough case studies\, participants will acquire practical knowledge on applying drainage mesh techniques in diverse underground construction scenarios. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers \n\n\nJohnny Poulsen\nCEO\nDolenco Tunnel Systems \nWith over 25 years of experience of building markets for waterproofing and concrete repair solutions\, he has founded and managed businesses in distribution and subcontracting of a wide range of specialized solutions. Johnny Poulsen has during this time accumulated know how and expertise on tunnel and underground structures on the international market. With his experience\, he has been leading the development of new\, innovative business solutions\, to accommodate the changing needs in underground construction and continues to develop and adapt in the increasingly changing conditions for construction.\n\n\n\n\n\nSergii Tabachnikov\nGeo Technical Engineer\nDolenco Tunnel Systems \nDr. Tabachnikov is Associate Professor at the Department of Geotechnics\, Underground Structures and Hydrotechnical Construction at School of Civil and Environmental Engineering of O.M. Beketov National University of Urban Economy in Kharkiv\, Ukraine. He received his Ph.D. in 2015. An active member of the International Society for Soil Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering\, he is involved in projects in the area of geotechnical surveys\, including soil investigation. Tabachnikov is researching the interaction of underground structures with the soil base\, including water-saturated ones\, and is a technical consultant in Dolenco Tunnel Systems.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKseniya Onopko\nBusiness Development Manager\nDolenco Tunnel Systems \nWith over 15 years of experience in building markets for construction products\, Kseniya is a specialist in growing business and developing new international networks of partners in many countries. Kseniya has during this time accumulated know how and expertise and adapted it to the international market of the tunnel and underground structures. With her experience\, she has created successful sales and service teams and managed them successfully for businesses.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/innovative-water-management-for-underground-constructions/
LOCATION:Webinar – Online only
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250227T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250227T190000
DTSTAMP:20260523T083330
CREATED:20250214T020143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T013745Z
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SUMMARY:Suburban Rail Loop East: Tunnels North Improving sustainability outcomes in tunnel design and construction
DESCRIPTION:Overview \nThe first section of the Suburban Rail Loop\, known as SRL East\, is a fully underground 26 kilometre metro line in Victoria\, stretching from Cheltenham in the south to Box Hill in the east. This segment will feature six stations.\nNew connections will be established with current heavy rail stations at Cheltenham\, Clayton\, Glen Waverley\, and Box Hill\, and new stations will be constructed at Monash and Burwood. Particularly\, Clayton interchange is designed to be a major transport hub\, linking regional travellers to Suburban Rail Loop. These six underground stations will be constructed 17 to 23 metres beneath the surface using a ‘bottom-up’ approach. The entrances to these stations will be conveniently located near existing train stations and key local facilities. \nThis joint presentation with Terra Verde JV\, which was awarded contract for SRL East Tunnels North\, Suburban Rail Loop Authority (SRLA) and Arup will cover progress updates on the work packageand sustainability design and initiatives adopted as part of the delivery phase of the project. \nEvent program – in person\n• 5.30 pm AEDT: Networking and light refreshments\n• 6.00 pm AEDT: Presentation commences with Q&A\n• 7.00 pm AEDT: Presentation concludes \nEvent program – online\n• 6.00 pm AEDT: Presentation commences with Q&A (see Teams Workshop link in your registration email)\n• 7.00 pm AEDT: Presentation concludes \nSpeakers \n\nChris Lyons\nDeputy Package Director SRLA\nFabio Ciciotti\nProject Director Terra Verde JV\nLaurent Auvinet\nConstruction Director Terra Verde JV\nMorgan Foster\nArup\, Senior Sustainability Engineer\n\nSponsors\n \n 
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/suburban-rail-loop-east-tunnels-north-improving-sustainability-outcomes-in-tunnel-design-and-construction/
LOCATION:Online and in person at Arup Melbourne\, Sky Park 1\, Melbourne Quarter\, 699 Collins Street\, Victoria\, 3008
CATEGORIES:Online,Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250311T230000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250312T003000
DTSTAMP:20260523T083330
CREATED:20250303T035021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T035316Z
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SUMMARY:ITA Lecture - Mechanised rehabilitation and lining works in tunnelling
DESCRIPTION:This instalment of the Lunchtime lecture series will focus on ‘Mechanised rehabilitation and lining works in tunnelling’ in collaboration with ITA AITES WG14. \n\nTES and LEM – two examples of current developments in mechanised tunnel renewal and installation of precast segmental lining – Volker Breuning\nExperience with the renovation of the Fachinger & Cramberger Tunnel with a mechanised tunnel enlargement system – Ulf Kirsten\nInnovative precast segment lining of a pair of ‘D’ shaped\, road header excavated decline tunnels by using a Lining Erection Machine – Nick Lewis\n\nFollowing the three presentations there will be time for Q&A with the presenters \nThe lecture series remains free and open to all. For all those that cannot join ‘live’ online\, please register and you will receive a link to stream the episode after the event – this link will be valid for 24 hours only. After these 24 hours\, anyone wanting to watch the episode can do so by registering for the episode on the ITA website\, but there will be a small fee to watch.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/ita-lecture-mechanised-rehabilitation-and-lining-works-in-tunnelling/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250319T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250319T193000
DTSTAMP:20260523T083330
CREATED:20250306T013843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T020639Z
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SUMMARY:ATSym University Career Information Night
DESCRIPTION:The ATSym invites all members\, non-members\, and students to join us for an engaging panel discussion featuring firsthand experiences from three tunnelling professionals at different stages of their careers. They will provide insights into working in Australia’s tunnelling industry. \nOverview \nThis is your chance to hear from and gain valuable guidance on career paths\, industry trends\, and challenges faced by tunnelling professionals from various sectors\, including consultants and contractors. Don’t miss this opportunity to gather wisdom from diverse perspectives and discover the exciting possibilities that await you in the world of tunnelling. \nFormat \nThis event is organized by ATSym and Monash BEST and will be held both online and in person. \nRegistration \nRegistrations are essential. \nSpeakers \n\nRussell Rooney – Project Director – CPB Contractors\nNadine Makin – Principal – Aurecon\nHung Anh Dau – System Engineer – NEL STC\n\nSponsor \nHuge thanks to our sponsor Herrenknecht. \n \nATSym x Monash BEST Industry Night 2025
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/atsym-university-career-information-night/
LOCATION:ARUP Melbourne\, Sky Park 1\, Melbourne Quarter\, 699 Collins Street\, Victoria\, 3008
CATEGORIES:Online,Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250409T230000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250409T230000
DTSTAMP:20260523T083330
CREATED:20250331T024002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T024148Z
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SUMMARY:ITA WG-23 Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Abstract\nAFTES working group 28 has published 2 recommendations regarding shafts design and construction. These recommendations cover deep shafts and shallow shafts\, in order to give the tools for a better understanding of shaft construction projects and the different considerations associated with these structures. The presentation will give a detailed overview of the content of these texts. \nPresented by: Mr. Clément Gaudry\nClément Gaudry is a Project Manager at Arcadis. He has been involved in several shafts design and construction projects\, including the French deep geological nuclear waste disposal project – 5 deep shafts (>500 m depth)\, Grand Paris Express Line 18 – 4 security shafts (25 to 50 m depth)\, and a utility gallery for the Olympic Village (St Denis) – 2 access shafts (20 to 55 m depth\, including one elliptical shaft). He has been actively involved in AFTES and the working Group 28 for 10 years and has recently joined the ITA Working Group 23. As a young professional\, he is part of AFTES Young Members as an event coordinator to promote underground works and sharing knowledge to the new generation of engineers. \nTo join this free Webinar please use the following link from PC\, Mac\, Linux\, iOS or Android:\nhttps://mines.zoom.us/j/95492304262
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/ita-wg-23-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250527T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250527T190000
DTSTAMP:20260523T083330
CREATED:20250505T021210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T033353Z
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SUMMARY:Design and Construction of Alkimos Seawater Desalination Project
DESCRIPTION:Details\nOverview \nThe Australian Tunnelling Society (ATS)\, Australian Geomechanics Society (AGS)\, Australian Society of Trenchless Technology (ASTT) and Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) invite you to an evening of knowledge sharing\, Q&A\, and networking. \nEvent Synopsis \nThe first stage of the Alkimos Seawater Desalination Plant (ASDP) is currently under construction by an alliance between Water Corporation\, Acciona\, and Jacobs. The plant is designed to produce 50 Gigalitres per annum\, with provision to extend to 100 gigalitres per annum in the future. Enabling earthworks to prepare the site for construction commenced in late 2023\, and works on the plant and associated infrastructure began in mid-2024. First water production is planned for 2028. \nThe offshore works include possibly the world’s largest secant piled peanut shaft that combines TBM launch and the permanent outfall chamber and intake pumping station.  The intake and outfall tunnels are designed for significant internal pressures\, and will be connected to intake and outfall structures on the sea bed via risers that are constructed in highly permeable soils. \nThis presentation will explain why the plant is needed to reduce dependence on rainfall and groundwater with a growing population. It gives an overview of the desalination process and the plant itself\, and the resulting demands for the seawater intake and brine outfall\, which are sized for the final 100 gigalitre per annum plant. The considerations that went into siting the intakes and outfalls in a highly environmentally sensitive location will be outlined\, how the resulting design process drove the need for the 2.6 km intake and 4 km outfall tunnels\, and the complex process of securing environmental approvals. It will also describe how the intake and outfall solutions on the sea bed minimise the impact to flora and fauna. \nThe presentation will then look at some of the challenges in designing and constructing the intake and outfall systems in a complex geotechnical setting that comprises highly variable Tamala Limestone and Ascot formations. This includes a description of the all the outfall structures and the tunnel boring machine selection for the highly variable ground conditions and high water pressures. \nEvent activities \nNetworking and refreshments \nPresentation \nNetworking and refreshments \nSpeakers \nAnthony Harding \nTechnical Director-Tunnels\, Jacobs \nAnthony Harding is Jacobs Global Principal for Tunnel Engineering. He gained a degree and PhD from Edinburgh University\, and has worked on a wide range of tunnel projects\, covering transportation\, water\, and power markets\, usually within multidisciplinary design-build environments\, frequently taking senior technical and design leadership roles. Anthony is Jacobs Global Principal for Tunnel Engineering\, and is currently the offshore design manage for the Alkimos Seawater Desalination Plant\, working within the Alkimos Seawater Alliance (ASWA). \n  \nDamon Howes \nSenior Principal Engineer\, Water Corporation \n\n\nDamon Howes is Senior Principal Engineer\, Special Projects at Water Corporation.  Damon is a Chemical Engineer with 30 years of experience designing\, commissioning\, optimising and operating Water Industry assets.  He has worked in consulting roles and with Water Corporation having led multidiscipline engineering teams on several Alliances and EPCM contracts.  He is currently Water Corporation’s Design Manager for the Alkimos Seawater Desalination Plant\, working within the Alkimos Seawater Alliance (ASWA).
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/design-and-construction-of-alkimos-seawater-desalination-project/
LOCATION:The Shoe Bar\, Yagan Square\, William Street\, Perth\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar,Western Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250612T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250612T190000
DTSTAMP:20260523T083330
CREATED:20250603T040246Z
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SUMMARY:TBM Performance Optimization: Technical Approaches for Challenging Tunneling Environments
DESCRIPTION:Presentation overview \nThis presentation presents advanced TBM engineering approaches that address complex challenges in contemporary tunnelling projects. The seminar provides technical insights into proven design strategies for managing difficult geological conditions\, improving excavation efficiency\, and reducing project risks across infrastructure\, mining\, and pumped hydro applications. \nThe discussion explores key engineering concepts that enhance project outcomes\, including advanced geological detection systems for improved ground characterization\, innovative excavation mechanics that adapt to varying formations\, integrated ground support solutions that optimize safety and progress rates\, and refined mucking systems that increase overall efficiency. These technical approaches are demonstrated through detailed case studies from recent mining and pumped hydro TBM projects\, illustrating how specific design decisions translate into measurable performance improvements and successful project delivery. \nThe presentation offers actionable engineering insights and validated approaches applicable to tunnel planning\, TBM specification development\, and solutions for challenging ground conditions. Technical and project management professionals involved in tunnelling operations will gain an understanding of methods that can be applied to enhance project performance. \nKey technical takeaways: \n\nDesign principles for customizing TBMs to address diverse geological challenges in tunnel construction\nEngineering solutions for optimizing excavation performance and construction efficiency in complex ground conditions\nCase study analysis demonstrating the relationship between technical decisions and project outcomes in risk management\n\nNote: This presentation will be held in person and online \nTimings \n\n5:30 PM Welcome and Networking\n6:00 PM Presentation\n6:45 PM Q&As and post presentation networking\n\nBeverages and refreshments will be provided. \nSpeaker biography \n \nLinran Hao is a Technical Lead at CREG with a background in mechanical engineering. He specializes in tunnel boring machines (TBMs) – the large machines used to dig tunnels underground. \nLinran has worked in TBM design and development for many years. He has led the design and management of over 10 TBM projects around the world\, giving him experience with different types of ground conditions and construction requirements in various countries. \nHe now focuses on developing\, managing\, and maintaining TBMs specifically for the Australian market. His main goal is to create tunnelling solutions that work more efficiently\, use less energy\, and provide better safety for workers and the public. Through his work\, Linran helps ensure that Australia’s tunnel construction projects benefit from reliable\, modern technology that meets the country’s specific needs. \nATS Victorian Chapter acknowledges the sponsorship by CREG.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/tbm-performance-optimization-technical-approaches-for-challenging-tunneling-environments/
LOCATION:ARUP Melbourne\, Sky Park 1\, Melbourne Quarter\, 699 Collins Street\, Victoria\, 3008
CATEGORIES:Online,Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250626T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250626T193000
DTSTAMP:20260523T083330
CREATED:20250527T051504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T015119Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrating International Women in Engineering Day: “Together We Engineer”
DESCRIPTION:Please note: this is a hybrid event so if you’re based in Sydney\, please come along! There will be refreshments and the opportunity to network after the panel discussion.  \nThe theme for International Women in Engineering Day (INWED) 2025 is “Together We Engineer”. This theme emphasises the importance of collaboration\, inclusivity\, and collective strength in shaping the future of engineering. It celebrates how women engineers across the globe are uniting to drive innovation\, break down barriers\, and create sustainable solutions that benefit communities worldwide. \nJoin us for the evening for an insightful panel discussion at Western Harbour Tunnel Office about “Inclusion in Tunnelling” with our wonderful speakers that include: \nIsabel Wang\, Senior Project Engineer – Cross Passages \n \nIsabel Wang is a civil engineer with 15 years of field experience in the bridge\, civil\, and tunnelling industries\, Isabel graduated with a Bachelor of Civil Engineering from the University of Sydney and began her career as civil estimator\, seizing the opportunity to move into a site-based engineer role. During this time\, Isabel worked closely with site supervisors\, subcontractors\, and suppliers\, navigating the daily hustle of machinery\, drawings and construction crews. Isabel honed her technical skills and sparked her passion for leading teams\, building a solid foundation towards Project Engineer\, her current role as SPE and completion of an 8-month diploma course designed to advance the careers of female professionals. As a frontline leader\, she has successfully managed a number of complex\, billion-dollar projects for clients such as Transport for NSW and Sydney Metro. Her expertise in overseeing construction activities\, coupled with her leadership focus on safety\, efficiency\, and quality\, has been instrumental in her role. Her dedication and innovative problem-solving significantly contributed to the successful\, ahead-of-schedule\, and defect-free completion of the Sydney Olympic Park station box\, which she is immensely proud of. \nRaneen Nashi\, Project Engineer – North Fire Suppression \n \nRaneen Nashi is a mechanical engineer currently working as a Project Engineer on the Western Harbour Tunnel\, where she is responsible for delivering the fire suppression system for the northern section. She began her tunnelling career on WestConnex 3A\, gaining experience in both design and commissioning. Originally from Iraq\, Raneen completed her mechanical engineering degree in Australia after beginning her studies in biomechanics. Her interest in infrastructure and complex systems led her into the tunnelling sector. With a diverse technical background and cross-disciplinary experience\, she brings adaptability\, a practical mindset\, and a collaborative approach to delivering projects that benefit the wider community. \nEvonna Dai\, Project Engineer – Excavations \n \nEvonna Dai is a Project Engineer currently working on the Southern Launch Cavern Excavation Team for the Western Harbour Tunnel. She holds a double degree in Civil Engineering and Architecture from the University of Sydney. After starting her career in residential construction\, she transitioned into major infrastructure and tunnelling. The Western Harbour Tunnel marks her third tunnelling project\, following her work on WestConnex 3A and the CTP projects. Each project has provided unique challenges and rewarding experiences that have shaped her growing expertise in the industry. \nChristian D’Hondt- Construction Manager \n \nChristian D’Hondt has a successful track record in delivering major underground infrastructure projects across a range of contract models\, including Alliances\, ECI\, D&C\, Construct Only\, and ITC. He brings extensive knowledge and experience in all aspects of underground construction\, particularly in complex urban environments. Christian has worked with Tier 1 tunnelling contractors on projects ranging from $50 million to $3.2 billion. His experience includes TBMs\, road headers\, shaft excavations\, conveyors\, tunnel logistics\, civil structures\, mechanical and electrical fit-outs\, live rail interface works\, and the commissioning and handover of underground infrastructure \nThis event will be both in-person and available to attend online.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/together-we-engineer-international-women-in-engineering-day/
LOCATION:Community Information Centre\, Level 9\, 60 Miller Street\, North Sydney\, NSW
CATEGORIES:Hybrid,New South Wales,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250708T220000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250708T233000
DTSTAMP:20260523T083330
CREATED:20250620T041011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T042249Z
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SUMMARY:ITA Lecture - Design of fibre reinforced segments
DESCRIPTION:This instalment of the ITA lecture series will focus on Design of fibre reinforced segments in collaboration with ITA AITES ITAtech. \nThe episode will feature three lectures\, including one by ATS member Dr David Oliviera\, and will finish with a Q&A with all speakers. It will begin at 13:00 CET. \n\nDesign and construction considerations for FRC tunnel segments – Verya Nasri\nDesign of fibre reinforced segments against concrete bursting and splitting – David Oliveira\nThe Lee Tunnel – Steel fibre segmental lining and other innovations – Charles Allen\n\nFollowing the three presentations there will be time for Q&A with the presenters \nThe Lunchtime lecture series remains free and open to all. For all those that cannot join ‘live’ online\, please register and you will receive a link to stream the episode after the event – this link will be valid for 24 hours only. After these 24 hours\, anyone wanting to watch the episode can do so by registering for the episode on the ITA website\, but there will be a small fee to watch.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/ita-lecture-design-of-fibre-reinforced-segments/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250717T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250717T193000
DTSTAMP:20260523T083330
CREATED:20250707T025443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T010435Z
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SUMMARY:ATSymx BTSym: Underground Power: Pumped Hydro Developments in the UK and Australia
DESCRIPTION:Event Overview\nThe Australian Tunnelling Society Young Members (ATSym) and the British Tunnelling Society Young Members (BTSym) are proud to host their first-ever joint international event\, uniting early-career professionals from opposite sides of the globe for a shared discussion on one of the most critical energy transition technologies: pumped hydro. \nWith pumped storage schemes gaining momentum as a key enabler of large-scale renewable energy storage\, this technical session will explore two major projects shaping the underground infrastructure landscape in their respective regions. \nJoin us for an engaging and collaborative session as we learn from each other’s challenges and achievements in delivering complex underground works for pumped hydro storage. \nThis is a rare opportunity to hear directly from professionals on two of the world’s most significant pumped hydro developments – don’t miss it. \nNOTE: If you are based in Sydney\, please consider attending in person from 6PM. It will be great opportunity for a catch up with colleagues and networking with new contacts.  \nWho Should Attend\nThis event is ideal for: \n\nYoung professionals and students in tunnelling\, geotechnical\, civil\, and hydro engineering\nEngineers and project managers working on energy infrastructure\nThose interested in large-scale underground construction and global perspectives on energy transition\nATS and BTS members and the wider tunnelling community\n\nEvent Agenda\n\nWelcome and Opening – ATSym\nIntroduction to BTSym\nBTSym Presentation: Tobias Bisenberger & Aitor Perez Suescun\nATSym Presentation: Igor Buvac & Sean Edwards\nJoint Q&A and Closing Remarks\n\nSpeakers – United Kingdom\n \nTobias Bisenberger\nConstruction Manager – Tunnels\, STRABAG\nTobias studied Civil Engineering in Vienna and completed his PhD in Mechanised Tunnelling\, focusing on contract models dealing with deviating construction timelines. He joined STRABAG in 2021 and has been involved in Pumped Storage Hydro schemes in the UK since 2022. Based in Vienna\, Tobias supports UK projects on a rotational basis\, contributing his tunnelling expertise to energy infrastructure. \n\nAitor Perez Suescun\nSenior Project Manager – Dams\, STRABAG\nAitor is a passionate civil engineer with over 12 years of global experience in ground engineering and dam construction. Having studied in Spain and Denmark\, he has worked across five countries and now resides in London\, UK. Aitor brings a deep understanding of multidisciplinary civil infrastructure delivery in complex environments. \nUK Presentation Overview\nThe presentation will outline the UK government’s “Clean Power 2030” action plan and its implications for pumped hydro development. Aitor and Tobias will provide an overview of the UK’s pipeline of pumped storage schemes and present a case study from the Scottish Highlands. The project\, supported by STRABAG\, involves optimising the reference design’s underground structures and represents a key step in the UK’s clean energy future. \nSpeakers – Australia\n \nIgor Buvac\nExperienced Engineer – Tunnels\, SMEC \nIgor is a Civil Engineer with over 5 years of experience across major infrastructure projects. He holds degrees from UNSW in Civil Engineering and Geotechnical Engineering. Igor has been a central part of the Snowy 2.0 Owner’s Team for over three years\, working across design\, TBM operations\, grouting\, and permanent linings. \n\nSean Edwards\nGraduate Engineer – Tunnels\, SMEC \nSean is a Graduate Engineer from Western Sydney University\, with hands-on experience in TBM and drill-and-blast tunnelling\, segmental linings\, caverns\, and intake shafts. He has contributed to automation and modelling tools using RS3\, FLAC\, and Strand7\, and brings a strong interdisciplinary approach to underground engineering and data-driven design. \nAustralia Presentation Overview\nSnowy 2.0 is Australia’s largest renewable energy project\, adding 2\,200 MW of pumped hydro capacity and deep energy storage to support the national transition to renewables. The presentation will provide a project update and technical insights into the construction of over 40km of underground works\, including a cavern complex 800m below ground. Igor and Sean will share lessons learned from design\, construction\, and coordination within one of Australia’s most iconic infrastructure projects.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/atsymx-btsym-underground-power-pumped-hydro-developments-in-the-uk-and-australia/
LOCATION:Webinar and IN PERSON at SMEC in Sydney\, Level 7\, 40 Mount Street\, North Sydney\, NSW\, 2060\, Australia
CATEGORIES:National,New South Wales,Online,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250820T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250820T183000
DTSTAMP:20260523T083330
CREATED:20250811T012901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T012901Z
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SUMMARY:Design Automation in Structural Engineering
DESCRIPTION:Event overview \nDesign automation is changing the way structural engineers work\, allowing us to solve problems faster\, improve design clarity\, and unlock new levels of efficiency. But where do you start? And how do you make sure you’re using these tools in a safe and transparent way? \nIn this webinar\, Danish structural engineer Timo Harboe Zollner will walk us through real-world examples of how automation\, Python\, and AI tools can be applied in structural design. Timo’s work bridges engineering and programming\, with a strong emphasis on practicality\, making automation accessible to everyday engineers. \nWhether you’re a practicing engineer or team leader\, this session is a chance to see what’s possible\, explore real examples of engineering automation\, and identify opportunities to implement it in your own projects. \nWho should attend? \nThis webinar is suited to:\n• Tunnel/Structural engineers interested in learning how to use Python and automation tools.\n• Design managers curious about digital workflows and emerging capabilities.\n• Anyone in the built environment seeking smarter\, more efficient ways of working. \nEvent Details \n📅 Date: Wednesday 20 August 2025\n🕠 Time: 5:30–6:30pm AEST (Melbourne) | 9:30–10:30am CEST (Copenhagen)\n📍 Location: Online\n🎟️ Cost: Free (registration required) \nLearning outcomes \nIn this presentation\, you will:\n• See how small amounts of code can solve repetitive engineering problems.\n• Understand how AI tools can support design workflows safely and transparently.\n• Learn how to identify automation opportunities in your daily work.\n• Gain clear direction on what to learn next if you’re new to automation. \nAbout the speaker \n\nTimo Harboe Zollner\nFounder\, Timo Harboe ApS\nCreator\, Python for Structural Engineers \nTimo is a structural engineer based in Denmark with a background at firms such as Ramboll (High Rise) and Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG). He’s known for combining engineering with programming to develop fast\, transparent\, and replicable design workflows. Today\, he runs a consultancy focused on engineering automation and teaches engineers around the world how to use Python in their work.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/design-automation-in-structural-engineering/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250821T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250821T190000
DTSTAMP:20260523T083330
CREATED:20250807T024535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T060628Z
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SUMMARY:Incident sensing and fire safety in Heysen Tunnels
DESCRIPTION:Join Matt and Conrad as they address questions from the ATS Systems\, Operations\, and Maintenance Group\, focusing on the surety of Fixed Fire-Fighting System (FFFS) activation in the Heysen Tunnels.\nGiven that the Heysen Tunnels Safety Upgrade and Refurbishment Project was brownfield exercise with unique challenges\, South Australia’s DIT recognised that a bespoke engineering approach was required rather than recycling a prior tunnel design. \nThis presentation will offer insights into their philosophical approach for brownfield tunnel refurbishment\, specifically detailing the innovative design of the flame-sensing camera supervision and explaining the absence of (traditional) linear heat detectors in the Heysen Tunnels. \nWhile the misting system installation was a significant undertaking in the Heysen Tunnels\, that topic was comprehensively covered in the previous ATS seminar in Adelaide back in February 2025 and will not be treated in detail here.  This presentation focuses on topics distinct from the paper planned for the Australasian Tunnelling Conference 2025 (ATC2025) in Perth this November. \nThe Presenters\nMatthew Taylor \n \nAs a Chartered Electrical Engineer\, Matthew has over 35 years of experience within the electrical\, mechanical\, control and communications systems engineering fields within underground transport infrastructure project delivery environment within the UK\, Australia and New Zealand. \nA recognised innovator in the design\, installation\, testing\, commissioning and the ongoing operation and maintenance of the technology that drives modern transportation systems\, Matthew has played pivotal roles in the delivery of several of Australia’s largest projects since his migration from the UK in July 1997. \nConrad Stacey \n \nDr Conrad Stacey is a Director of leading underground ventilation and fire safety consultants Stacey Agnew.  Conrad’s credits include seminal reports on livestock shipping heat stress risk\, and co-authorship of a paper on the gravitational energy drivers for the geodynamo.  He has worked on hypersonic upper atmospheric flight and river and flood plain hydraulics.  A common thread through Conrad’s work in varied areas is a core focus on the fundamental physics and the engineering thought involved\, all within the big picture of the community interest.  He will talk about the fire engineering basis for decisions during tunnel refurbishments. \nChair Diane Mather \nDiane Mather is Senior Design Manager at Queensland Hydro\, with over 25 years of experience on major projects\, including Clem7 (NSBT)\, Airport Link\, City Rail Link\, WestConnex M5 East\, West Gate\, Sydney Metro\, Melbourne Metro\, Brisbane Cross River Rail\, Inland Rail\, and now Borumba Pumped Hydro. \nIn 2021\, Diane was honoured as the inaugural winner of the Women in Tunnelling Outstanding Achievement Award by the Australian Tunnelling Society.  Diane is a dedicated role model\, mentor\, and advocate for attracting and retaining women in engineering. \nThe eVENT Space\nThe seminar will be onsite at the eVENT Space in Stacey Agnew’s offices\, and online.  Catering for those networking onsite after the eVENT will be by Yim Thai restaurant Middle Park\, which is why registration includes dietary requirements.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/incident-sensing-and-fire-safety-in-heysen-tunnels/
LOCATION:eVENT Space\, 4/35 Limestone St\, Darra\, Queensland\, 4076\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Hybrid,Online,Queensland
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250904T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250904T190000
DTSTAMP:20260523T083330
CREATED:20250821T014331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T041925Z
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SUMMARY:The Victorian Tunnelling Centre - 5 years on
DESCRIPTION:Please join ATS Victoria for this online and in person event!\nPresentation Overview\nThe Victorian Tunnelling Centre (VTC) commenced operations in August 2020.  Five years on its opening it has worked with thousands of workers on several tunnelling projects to induct them for underground operations and provide training in the construction of tunnels and supporting infrastructure.  A critical component of the training providing has been the use of interactive technologies.  These technologies have improved the engagement of the learner and their satisfaction with the program undertaken.  This presentation will step through the decision-making process used to determine approaches to the use of interactive learning technologies and provide an overview of the evolution of the VTC over the past five years and ideas on where to next. \nTimings\n\n5:30pm: Welcome and networking\n6:00pm: Presentation\n6:45pm: Q&As and post presentation networking\n\nVenue\nIn person and online \nSpeaker\n  \nDr Ross Digby  \nRoss is the Associate Director for Industry Engagement and Projects at Holmesglen Institute and the Victorian Tunnelling Centre.  Ross has extensive leadership experience in the VET sector\, including the past 16 years at Holmesglen.  In these roles he has provided leadership and drive for several innovative initiatives including: the Victorian Tunnelling Centre and HVAC Centre of Excellence.  More recently\, Ross was the TAFE Directors Australia representative on the steering committee for the Clean Energy Capability Study\, undertaken by Jobs and Skills Australia in 2023. During 2024 Ross was undertook a fellowship through the International Specialised Skills Institute to gain a deeper understanding of the collaboration between educational institutions and Mega project contractors. \n  \nSponsor
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/the-victorian-tunnelling-centre-5-years-on/
LOCATION:ARUP Melbourne\, Sky Park 1\, Melbourne Quarter\, 699 Collins Street\, Victoria\, 3008
CATEGORIES:Online,Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250915T060000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250915T190000
DTSTAMP:20260523T083330
CREATED:20250903T010819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T011038Z
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SUMMARY:Tunnel settlement and subsidence monitoring
DESCRIPTION:Overview:\nThis presentation will give a greater insight into the world leading GNSS innovative solution from Worldsensing\, which have already been deployed in many mine and infrastructure applications including in Australia and globally. Examples will be provided for settlement monitoring during and after tunnel construction and the instrumentation. Worldsensing are innovators and technology leaders in various aspects of monitoring and more recently launched the world’s first robust\, cost efficient wireless Autonomous GNSS solution as part of our G7 family of Loadsening devices\, which are expanding the capabilities of autonomous remote monitoring particularly in harsh environments globally. \nLearning outcomes:\nIn this presentation you will learn: \n\nInsight into GNSS innovative solution\nSettlement monitoring applications\nInstrumentation for settlement monitoring\n\nProgram timeline:\nIn-Person:\n5:30pm: Registrations open\n6:00pm: Presentation commences\n7:00pm: Presentation concludes\, networking continues\n7:30pm: Event concludes \nOnline:\n6:00pm: Presentation commences\n7:00pm: Presentation concludes \nSpeakers:\n \nMichal Dabrowski\nGlobal Head of GNSS and Geospatial\, Worldsensing\n\nMichal Australian-trained and experienced spatial and monitoring specialist\, having worked as an Surveying and civil engineer focus. With over 11 years\, Having worked extensively across remote parts of Australia on major projects\, including the Dampier to Bunbury Natural Gas Pipeline (DBNGP)\, as well as large-scale mining and infrastructure operations such as the Perth Airport expansion\, the Melbourne Oil and Gas Refinery in Corio\, and the Sky Rail project. Michal is currently supporting the introduction of our newest innovation – the Worldsensing GNSS Meter .This technology offers precise\, automated displacement monitoring that can seamlessly complement other instrumentation\, enhancing both the efficiency and scope of monitoring programs.\n\n\n\n\nNeil Cunnington\nChannel Account Manager – Australasia\, Worldsensing\n\n\nNeil originally worked as an Aircraft Engineer after moving from Europe to Australia 14 years ago – Specialising on Aircraft flight training Simulators incorporating a range of Engineering applications such as Electrical / mechanical / monitoring / Avionic and Aircraft systems and subsequently 9 + years ago transitioned into Monitoring Sector working as Application engineer for environmental & instrumentation Monitoring for Campbell Scientific Australia. In more recent years working across predominantly Queensland and nationally role in the civil /Mining sector with geotechnical / Tailings applications using Geosynthetics\, and structural integrity applications\, for both General Civil and mining engineering projects. Neil now heads the Oceania Region over the last 2 years Worldsensing\, back to his roots in the Monitoring Sector using proven leading technology.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/tunnel-settlement-and-subsidence-monitoring/
LOCATION:Online and in person at: Level 9\, 340 Adelaide Street\, Brisbane
CATEGORIES:Hybrid,Online,Queensland
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250924T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250924T140000
DTSTAMP:20260523T083330
CREATED:20250903T060422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T012311Z
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SUMMARY:The Interview Edge: Job Search Insights - Learning and Development Forum
DESCRIPTION:Overview:\nJoin us for an informative learning and development forum that combines expert insights to help you build a stronger professional presence. Hosted by Patricia Kaziro\, Director of Impact Business School\, with guest speaker Craig Hiscock\, Technical Director – Global Fire Safety\, Engineering & Design at Sener\, this forum will be packed with valuable information specifically tailored for the tunnelling industry. \nThis event is open to the public including students and people seeking new employment opportunities. Come for an afternoon of professional growth\, networking\, and learning how to effectively market yourself. \nLearning outcomes:\n\nDefine Your Professional Brand: Learn how to identify and articulate your unique skills\, experiences\, and professional value to communicate your value in a new role.\nOptimise Your Professional Profile: Find out how to showcase your expertise and project experience and overcome common barriers in the Australian job market.\nAce the Interview: Gain a comprehensive understanding of crucial interview do’s and don’ts. This includes preparing for common questions\, effectively communicating your achievements and potential\, and avoiding common interview mistakes.\n\nSpeakers:\n \nPatricia Kaziro – Host \nDirector of Impact Business School \n  \n \nCraig Hiscock – Guest Speaker \nTechnical Director – Global Fire Safety\, Engineering & Design at Sener \nCraig has over 35 years’ experience in the fire engineering\, fire protection and fire safety industries. Craig has a high level of expertise\, comprehensive knowledge of\, and the ability to apply\, fire engineering concepts\, principles and methodologies related to tunnel\, building and structural fire safety. \nWith a constructor’s background and designer’s outlook paired with client-side experience\, Craig has been Fire Safety and M&E Design Lead for numerous major infrastructure projects in New Zealand\, Australia and other international jurisdictions. Craig’s success is partly drawn from his extensive expertise\, and from his ability to get buy-in from the right people to spread ownership and responsibility to take a project forward. \nThrough his background\, experience\, qualifications and ability to operate across a range of key stakeholder categories\, Craig has strongly contributed to several successful major infrastructure projects throughout Australia\, New Zealand and other international jurisdictions respectively. This has earned him the reputation of being a critical link between a project delivery team\, client and key stakeholder such as emergency services agencies \nSpecialties:\n– Transport fire safety including road\, rail and bus tunnels.\n– Heavy rail surface and elevated stations and elevated trackways.\n– Commercial and Industrial building fire safety.\n– Power infrastructure and mining fire safety.\n– Risk analysis
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/the-interview-edge-job-search-insights/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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