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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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SUMMARY:ATS-SOM Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Let’s focus on tunnel Systems! \nJoin suppliers and peers in a two-day event at the Victorian Tunnelling Centre (VTC) in Melbourne\, packed with visits\, presentations and hands on demonstrations of tunnel systems products. Express your interest in attending now. Free of charge to ATS members! \nAbout the workshop \nThe ATS-SOM Workshop\, held in collaboration with the Victorian Tunnelling Centre\, will focus specifically on tunnel systems. This engaging two-day event will feature presentations\, site visits\, and ample networking opportunities. \nKeynote presentations will be given by Ayman Eltouny and Surbhi Maheshwari from MTM\, discussing the MURL Fire Protection Upgrade Project; and Mr Michael Kost and Dr Yeasmin Khandakar from Transurban\, who will explore the use of Artificial Intelligence in managing operating road tunnel assets. \nWorkshop participants will gain exclusive behind-the-scenes access to prominent Victorian underground spaces\, including the West Gate Tunnel Project and Melbourne Central Station. \nParticipants will have the chance to engage with the latest innovations\, pose questions\, and gain hands-on experience with some of the featured products on display and explore the interactive VTC facilities. \nParticipation includes lunches and dinner on Thursday 3rd October. \nDate & time \n\nWorkshop: Thursday – Friday\, 3-4 October 2024 – 9:00am-4:30pm\nWest Gate Tunnel site visit: Monday 7 October – 9:00am-12:00am\nSocial and networking dinner: Thursday 3 Oct – 6:30pm-9:00pm\n\nCost \n\nFree to ATS Members (Join ATS here)\n\nExpress your interest in attending now! \nDue to the limited number of attendees allowed at the VTC and tunnel sites; the anticipated popularity of this event; and our desire to allocate places fairly among companies\, we are asking potential participants to register their expression of interest to attend the workshop. Submitting your interest does not guarantee a place at the workshop or the site visits. \nOnce you have registered\, you will receive a Microsoft Teams calendar invite. This invitation is provisional and should be considered pending until the registration process is complete. Successful applicants will receive a separate confirmation email after the review has taken place. \nNOTE: Expressions of interest close: Sunday\, 15 September 2024 – 6:00pm \nSponsors \nThis event would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors below. There are a few sponsorship positions available\, so please check out our Sponsorship Prospectus to learn more and see how you can help. \n \nAbout ATS-SOM \nThe ATS Tunnel Systems\, Operation and Maintenance group (ATS- SOM) is a dedicated national subgroup of the ATS\, comprising representatives from various chapters who share an interest in tunnel systems\, as well as the operation and upkeep of tunnels. \nSince its inception in 2021\, ATS-SOM now boasts a diverse committee of consultants\, vendors\, and constructors from the infrastructure\, water\, and resources sectors. The group has successfully organised numerous events and technical sessions.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/ats-som-workshop/
LOCATION:Victorian Tunnelling Centre\, 41 Drummond St\, Chadstone\, Victoria\, 3148\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victoria
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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\, Level 6\, 181 William Street\, Melbourne\, VIC\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Online,Victoria
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SUMMARY:Site Visit - Melbourne Metro Parkville Station - Enter the ballot now!
DESCRIPTION:The ATS is offering our members the fantastic opportunity to visit Melbourne Metro’s Parkville Station. \nNOTE: This event is complimentary to ATS members and will be run by ballot. To be in with a chance please enter your details here \nThis event link has been setup for the purpose of registration to be entered into a draw for the places to attend the Parkville Station Site Visit on August 19th 2024 at 3pm. The maximum number of participants will be strictly limited to 20 visiting ATS members.  \nPlease register to this event as a way to enter the ballot. Successful registrants will be notified of their selection via email/calendar invite after the draw has taken place.  \nRegistrations close COB Friday August 3rd. \nImportant – All successful participants will need to supply their own PPE\, please do not register if you are unable to satisfy these requirements: \n\nSteel capped lace up safety boots\,\nLong trousers\,\nLong-sleeved top PLUS orange high-vis vest\nSafety glasses\,\nHard hat\n\nPlan for the day of the Site Visit – this will be communicated to the successful registrants as part of the confirmation calendar invite \nSite visit information\nParkville Station connects this world-class education\, health and research precinct to the rail network for the first time and includes station entrances on the doorstep of The University of Melbourne and some of Victoria’s biggest hospitals. \nThe new station provides a direct train connection to the area for the first time and will relieve pressure on local trams and roads. \nParkville Station has been built directly below Grattan Street between Royal Parade and Leicester Street and will have 4 entrances\, each with accessible entry via escalators and lifts: \n\nGrattan Street opposite Barry Street (main entrance)\ncorner of Grattan Street and Royal Parade\nGrattan Street outside the Victorian Comprehensive Cancer Centre\nRoyal Parade outside The Royal Melbourne Hospital.\n\nThe design of the new Parkville Station precinct turns Grattan Street into a ‘grand promenade’ situated among some of Victoria’s most prominent institutions. \nThe main station entry\, on the northern side of Grattan Street outside The University of Melbourne\, features a 54m-long glass and steel canopy designed to draw natural light into the station concourse. The entrance has been designed to sit within the tree canopy to blend in with the surrounding environment. \nNatural light has been maximised in the concourse via light wells that will allow light to penetrate from the surface to the station below. The station concourse features world-class artwork by Patricia Piccinini. \nFor more information visit https://bigbuild.vic.gov.au/projects/metro-tunnel/stations/parkville/station-design \n 
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/melbourne-metro-parkville-station-site-visit-19-august-enter-the-draw-now/
LOCATION:Parkville Station site office – corner of Barry and Pelham Streets\, Carlton
CATEGORIES:Victoria
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240814
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240817
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SUMMARY:Two-day Shotcrete Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Registrations for the Shotcrete 2024 workshop are filling fast\, so don’t miss out book your seat now. \nThe workshop will cover a range of topics related to developments in shotcrete for ground support in Australia. The format will comprise a first day of lectures covering the essentials of shotcrete technology for all applications\, the second day will focus on more advanced aspects of shotcrete relevant to civil tunnels and infra-structure. It will finish with a facilitated interactive discussion where all attendees can share their experiences\, views and identify areas of need for further information. There is an optional field trip on day 3 to the Fire Testing Laboratory at Victoria University\, Werribee. \nIf you are interested in shotcrete and want to hear the most up-to-date overview of both established and newly developed practice in shotcrete technology\, hurry and register now for the Shotcrete 2024 workshop on August 14-15\, 2024.  For the full program\, refer to the attached event flyer below: \nFlyer for Melbourne shotcrete workshop 2024 V2 \n 
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/two-day-shotcrete-workshop/
LOCATION:Novotel Hotel\, Preston\, Victoria\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victoria
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240808T193000
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SUMMARY:Suburban Rail Loop in Melbourne - Embedding Sustainability
DESCRIPTION:Suburban Rail Loop Authority (SRLA)’s sustainability commitments and implementation\, and how we can deliver for Victoria’s climate change and circular economy ambitions.\n\n\nAgenda \n5:00 pm – 6:00 pm – Registration and Networking \n\n\n\n\n6:00 pm – 7:00 pm – Presentation \n\n\n\n\n7:00 pm – 7:30 pm – Networking \n\nDescription \nSuburban Rail Loop (SRL) will shape our city and state for future generations\, ensuring Melbourne remains one of the world’s most liveable cities. SRL East from Cheltenham to Box Hill will connect major employment\, health\, education and retail destinations in Melbourne’s east and south east. The line will slash travel times\, connect people travelling on the Gippsland corridor and building it will create up to 8000 direct jobs. Construction started in June 2022 and trains will be running by 2035. \nBeyond the rail line\, SRL will open up a host of new social and economic opportunities for hundreds of thousands of Victorians by creating greater access to jobs\, health services\, education and a diverse range of quality and affordable housing. \nSustainability is at the forefront of the design\, delivery and operation of Suburban Rail Loop (SRL) to maximise long term benefits for the environment\, community and the economy. SRL will take around 600\,000 car trips and 2 million passenger kilometres off our roads every day. This session is an opportunity to find out more about SRLA’s sustainability commitments and implementation pathways\, and how we can deliver for Victoria’s climate change and circular economy ambitions. \nSee more at https://bigbuild.vic.gov.au/projects/suburban-rail-loop/srl-east \n\n  \nPresenter \nSarah Reid \n Principal Sustainability Advisor at the Suburban Rail Loop Authority \nSarah works aacross SRLA and with delivery partners to embed sustainability across design and delivery. Sarah was recognised as a Green Star Champion in 2021 and is a dynamic sustainability professional with significant experience of the planning\, design and construction\, built environment and sustainability sectors. Previous roles have included Net Zero Buildings lead for City of Melbourne\, Sustainability Manager for the Fishermans Bend Taskforce and a range of consulting roles.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/suburban-rail-loop-in-melbourne-embedding-sustainability/
LOCATION:ARUP Melbourne\, Sky Park 1\, Melbourne Quarter\, 699 Collins Street\, Victoria\, 3008
CATEGORIES:Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240626T170000
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SUMMARY:Industry Update - The Snowy 2.0 project
DESCRIPTION:For the online event join by clicking here at 5.55pm on 26 June \nFrom the Owner’s Engineer perspective \nThe Snowy 2.0 project is a major pumped-storage expansion of the Snowy Mountains hydropower scheme\, which forms a vital part of Australia’s energy transition towards a low-emissions future. The project will substantially increase the existing scheme’s capacity\, adding 2200 MW of energy generation capacity and large-scale energy storage of 350\,000 MW hours. At full capacity\, Snowy 2.0 could operate for almost seven days without recharge pumping\, providing deep energy storage necessary to underpin increasing wind and solar generation. \nNot unlike the existing scheme\, the Snowy 2.0 project involves substantial underground works\, both in terms of scale and complexity. The key elements include 33km of TBM-driven tunnels\, 10km of D&B tunnels\, three shafts\, and a large power station cavern complex located 750m underground. \nThis Technical Session will provide an overview of the Snowy 2.0 project\, along with an update on the delivery of key underground elements. Following this\, a deeper dive will be provided into elements of the geotechnical approach to the delivery of the underground power station cavern complex. \nThe Snowy 2.0 caverns are amongst the largest and deepest in the world and are being delivered with a highly observational approach\, in which design predictions are continually reviewed against actual ground behaviour and support performance during construction. \nIn support of this approach\, the project has developed a comprehensive 3D ground model that spans not only the caverns but also the surrounding network of tunnels. \nLearning outcomes \n• Snowy 2.0 project update \n• Cavern excavation using an observational approach \n• Cavern 3D geological model \nTimings \n5.00 pm – 6.00 pm Networking (Refreshments and drinks will be served) \n6.00 pm – 7.00 pm Presentation \nSpeakers \n \nKara Stariha \nAssociate Geotechnical Engineer\, SMEC \nKara Stariha has eleven years’ experience in a variety of civil\, tunnelling\, dams and hydropower projects in NSW\, ACT and internationally. She has worked on all phases of project development\, from feasibility studies and site investigations to design and construction phase supervision. Kara’s primary interest is in ground characterisation\, rock mechanics\, tunnelling\, and the use of remote sensing in assessing the stability of rock slopes. She is experienced in guiding the technical implementation of risk-sharing contractual mechanisms (GBR)\, particularly as applied to tunnelling projects in complex geological environments.  \nWorking on the Owner’s team for Snowy Hydro 2.0 since 2018\, Kara has undertaken several roles relating to geotechnical engineering and ground classification throughout her time on the project. In the feasibility and reference design stages\, Kara worked on the site investigations planning and execution\, and in the geological and geotechnical interpretation and parametrisation along the tunnel alignments for input into the GIR and GBR. After taking a break from S2.0 in 2019 to complete her masters in Graz\, Austria\, Kara returned to S2.0 in 2021 as tunnelling commenced. At this time\, S2.0 utilised a contractual risk share mechanism in the form of a Geotechnical Baseline Report (GBR).  \nUntil 2023 Kara led the collection and assessment of incoming data and the application of this to assign conditions in accordance with the GBR. Kara now leads the Ground Model team\, taking a higher-level approach to interpretation\, modelling\, and geological risk management. The team collects and interprets geological and geotechnical information\, developing a model to inform Snowy Hydro of potential geological risks and tying this into the broader project risk assessments. This allows informed feedback to be provided to the contractor and assists Snowy Hydro in making key decisions around construction methodologies and forward investigations. Kara has driven the commencement of regular discussions with the contractor and designer on upcoming geotechnical and geological risks\, allowing all parties to propose and agree on appropriate mitigation measures. \n \nBen Chapman \nTunnels and Geotech Lead – Snowy 2.0\, SMEC \nBen is a Senior Associate Civil Engineer with 15 years’ experience in the design and delivery of tunnels and underground structures for a range of road\, rail\, water\, and hydropower projects. Ben’s expertise relates to both structural and geotechnical engineering\, covering all stages of project delivery\, from planning and design to on-site construction and maintenance.  \nCurrently\, Ben is seconded to Snowy Hydro from SMEC Australia\, where he has maintained a key involvement in the Snowy 2.0 project since the feasibility study initially commenced in 2017. Initially commencing as a Senior Tunnel Engineer\, Ben was responsible for the coordination and design of the primary support systems and final linings for the tunnels\, shafts\, and caverns. He then continued a similar role in the subsequent reference design phase\, with additional involvement in the preparation and negotiation of the Geotechnical Baseline Report (GBR)\, Employer’s Requirements and geotechnical risks register.  \nSince the award of the main Snowy 2.0 construction contract in 2019\, Ben has been the Tunnels\, Caverns and Geotechnical Discipline Lead and GBR Manager for the Snowy 2.0 Owner’s team. In this capacity\, Ben leads a multi-disciplinary team of tunnel and geotechnical engineers and geologists in the review of detailed design and construction documentation for the projects’ substantial underground works. Ben also leads the team administering the GBR for the project\, which is based on the principles of the recent FIDIC Emerald Book and is the first of its kind to be implemented in Australia.  \nIn this capacity\, Ben is responsible for the development and implementation of geotechnical classification systems and associated GBR management plans for conventional and TBM excavations. This allows for actual ground conditions to be assessed against the GBR baseline conditions and subsequent adjustment of time and cost to be applied in accordance with the contract. \nThe ATS Victorian Chapter and ICE Australia co-host the seminar. This event is sponsored by SMEC\, the Owner’s engineer of the project.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/industry-update-the-snowy-2-0-project/
LOCATION:SMEC\, Tower 4\, 727 Collins St\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3008\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Hybrid,Victoria
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SUMMARY:Site visit - Transurban road tunnel control room - Melbourne
DESCRIPTION:Join the ATS and Transurban in an immersive exploration into the nerve centre of tunnel systems with a site visit to a road tunnel control room in Melbourne. \nOverview \nTransurban control rooms are the pulsating brain behind the seamless operation of tunnels. These control rooms stand as the guardians of safety\, efficiency\, and operations in the bustling underground arteries of transportation networks. This visit to the Road Tunnel Control Room offers a unique opportunity for new engineers and experts alike to delve deep into the intricate workings of these vital facilities. Serving as the centre of monitoring\, management\, and response\, control rooms play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth flow of traffic and maintaining the utmost safety standards within tunnels. \nLearning outcomes \n\nIntroduction to Control Room Operations: experienced operators will provide insights into the primary functions and responsibilities of control room teams.\nEquipment Review: Witness firsthand the technology and equipment that empower control room operators to uphold efficiency and safety standards.\nInsights from Industry Experts: Benefit from the expertise of professionals as they share insights from years of experience in tunnel management and control room operations.\n\nLocation \n49 Balston St\, Southbank. \nNote: Please enter from Balston St. Come to the Citylink gate and press buzzer for entry. Parking will be limited in the area.  \n \n \nTiming \nArrive for 1pm \nNote: PPE will not be required for this site visit. 
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/site-visit-transurban-road-tunnel-control-room-melbourne/
LOCATION:49 Balston St\, Southbank
CATEGORIES:Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240409T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240409T200000
DTSTAMP:20240321T002423Z
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SUMMARY:ATSym Industry Night - Welcome Future Tunnellers
DESCRIPTION:The ATSym invites all members\, non-members\, and students to join us for an engaging panel discussion\nfeaturing firsthand experiences from three tunnelling professionals at different stages of their careers. They\nwill provide insights into working in Australia’s tunnelling industry. \nThis is your chance to hear from and gain valuable guidance on career paths\, industry trends\, and\nchallenges faced by tunnelling professionals from various sectors\, including consultants and contractors.\nDon’t miss this opportunity to gather wisdom from diverse perspectives and discover the exciting possibilities that await you in the world of tunnelling. \nThis event is organized by ATSym and Monash BEST and will be held both online and in person. \nClick here for the event flyer. \nRegistrations are essential. \nA special thank you to our event sponsors Arcadis and Aurecon! \nAgenda \n5:30pm-6:00pm – Networking & Refreshments \n6:00pm-6:45pm – Presentation \n6:45pm-7:15pm – Panel Discussion \n7:15pm-8:00pm – Networking \nSpeakers
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/atsym-industry-night-welcome-future-tunnellers/
LOCATION:Monash University Clayton Campus\, Green Chemical Futures Building - Level 4 Auditorium\, Clayton\, Victoria\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Hybrid,Online,Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240306T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240306T190000
DTSTAMP:20240304T062152Z
CREATED:20240219T230818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240304T062152Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrating International Women's Day - Unveiling the Stories of Senior Professionals in Tunnelling
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 6th of March\, 2023  \n  \nCome join us in real life (if you are in Melbourne) or online for a dynamic hybrid event that celebrates the journeys and experiences of senior professionals within the tunnelling industry!! \nThree distinguished speakers will share their personal stories\, followed by a panel discussion and Q&A on industry trends\, diversity\, and resilience. \nAll genders\, ages\, and abilities are warmly invited!!! \nDelve Underground and Arup sponsor the event. \n  \nLearning outcomes for this event include: \nBy joining this event\, you will :\n1) Gain understanding on Diverse Career Journeys\n2) Be inspired on resilience and leadership principles\n3) Promote Gender Equality and Inclusion. \nEvent Program \n5.30 arrival and refreshments\n6:00 event start\n7:00 finish and networking\n7.30 event concludes \n*Times listed are AEDT \nAbout the presenters: \nIsolde Shepherd-Piet\, MSc \n \nConstruction Lead – Tunnels at Suburban Connect – CPB \nIsolde Shepherd-Piet\, a seasoned Civil Project Manager\, brings 21 years of diverse experience in the civil engineering industry across Australia\, The Netherlands\, and Turkey. With a Master of Science in underground construction\, Isolde has worked on complex multi-disciplinary D&C projects in challenging environments. Her expertise extends to both the contractor and client’s side\, where she provides strong technical and build-ability support. Isolde’s track record includes meeting program\, cost\, safety\, quality\, and environmental objectives. Her unwavering motivation and leadership drive contribute to successful outcomes in Tender Stage as well as Preparation and Construction Stage. \nKate Wingad  \n \nGroup Manager – Engineering and Design (Rail) – John Holland \nKate Wingad\, a strategic leader in civil engineering\, boasts an impressive track record of designing and delivering Australia’s most significant infrastructure projects. With extensive experience\, Kate has held both technical and leadership roles on multidisciplinary endeavors\, including the Melbourne Airport Rail\, Regional Rail Link\, Melbourne Metro Early Works\, Level Crossing Removals\, the Adelaide Desalination Plant\, and the West Gate Tunnel Project. Her expertise spans construction delivery\, engineering management\, instrumentation\, monitoring\, and geotechnical design.. Kate distills complex information into practical actions aligned with regulatory realities. She inspires the next generation of talented women to embrace this dynamic discipline\, fostering collaboration and innovation. \nElena Gavazzi (Ceng MICE\, NER) \n \nAssociate Principal at Arup \nElena\, a Chartered Civil Engineer\, boasts 15 years of professional experience in both the Australian and UK engineering and construction industries. She has left her mark on several high-profile projects\, including Crossrail\, High Speed 2\, and Melbourne Metro (CYP). Currently\, Elena holds the position of Delivery Director for the AAW JV\, overseeing the design delivery for the Melbourne Metro works within CYP. Her journey includes roles such as Deputy Project Manager for the HS2 Design and Build Contract S1 & S2\, and Assistant Project Manager for HS2 Phase 2a Contract 861 (West Midlands to Crewe route). She also managed the York Potash MTS tunnel project and played a pivotal role in Crossrail\, focusing on asset protection for Liverpool Street and Whitechapel Stations. Elena excels in project delivery and contractor management\, backed by her technical expertise and engineering knowledge. She’s a skilled communicator\, a team player\, and adept at stakeholder engagement. \n 
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/celebrating-international-womens-day-unveiling-the-stories-of-senior-professionals-in-tunnelling/
LOCATION:Arup Offices – Sky Park\, 1 Melbourne Quarter\, 699 Collins Street\, Docklands\, Victoria\, 3008\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Hybrid,National,Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231207T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231207T210000
DTSTAMP:20231114T010418Z
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SUMMARY:Join the Feast of St. Barbara in Melbourne - 7 Dec
DESCRIPTION:St Barbara’s Day Celebration – 7 December \nThe Victorian Chapter of the ATS invites members to attend an in-person celebration for the Feast Day of St. Barbara\, the patron saint of tunnellers and miners\, at an end of year social gathering on Thursday\, 7th December. \nThis networking-focused event is being held in the wonderful event space of the Melbourne offices of the John Holland Group with its indoor area and panoramic balcony overlooking the river and city. \nThe event will recognise and celebrate the past year’s achievements on tunnelling projects within Victoria and nationally\, their engineers and workforce\, and to provide an opportunity to look forward to future tunnelling opportunities. \nThe informal celebration will be a stand-up affair with quality finger food and a range of drinks included in the ticket price ($40 per head). This price remains unchanged from last year’s event thanks to generous sponsorship from industry organisations. You will see delegates from the sponsors\, whom you often cross paths with\, at the event.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/join-the-feast-of-st-barbara-in-melbourne-7-dec/
LOCATION:John Holland Offices\, Level 9\, 180 Flinders Street\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231101T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231101T200000
DTSTAMP:20231019T235458Z
CREATED:20231004T041732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231019T235458Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Special Meeting - ATS Victoria
DESCRIPTION:ATS Victoria invites all Victorian-based members to their Annual Special Meeting (ASM) to hear how the Chapter performed over the last year and what is planned for the following year. \nTimings \n5:30 – 6:00 – Networking \n6:00 – 6:15 – Annual Special Meeting \n6:15 – 7:00 – Technical Presentation \n7:00 onwards – Networking \nAgenda \n\nApologies\nMinutes of 2022 ASM\nMatters Arising\nChairman’s Report\nFinancial Report\nElection of Committee for 2024\nOther Business\n\nFollowing the ASM\, Martin Rauer from CREG will make a presentation on sustainable TBM tunnelling\, as per the details below. CREG have kindly offered to sponsor the catering for the event. \nPresentation Outline \nPathway to sustainable TBM tunnelling using intelligent electrical equipment \nSustainability in tunnel construction is becoming an increasingly important topic especially as global greenhouse gas emissions continue to rise\, at a time when they need to be rapidly falling. \nTo effectively reduce emissions\, we need to know where they are coming from – which sectors contribute the most. How can we use this understanding to develop effective solutions and mitigation strategies. Reducing the carbon emission footprint by using electrical equipment is just one step and topic of many. \nThis presentation will discuss the development and use of intelligent electrical equipment designed to transport people and materials with a payload of up to 180 tonnes from the surface to a TBM. \nThe specially developed tunnel multi-purpose vehicle was originally supposed to be operational when drilling of the first tunnel. Testing showed that more time was needed before the vehicle could actually get into action. Therefore\, diesel vehicles had to be used for the first tunnel drive. \nHowever\, for the boring of the second parallel tunnel all electric vehicles were ready to go with some interesting results when compared to the first tunnel. \nSpeaker bio \nMartin Rauer\, Mechanical Engineer\, CREG \n \nAfter Martin Rauer completed his apprenticeship as a mechanic specializing in production and manufacturing technology\, he decided to study mechanical engineering in Darmstadt\, Germany. In 1999\, Martin successfully completed his master’s degree based on research into the development of new methods for extending and connecting offshore piles for one of Germany’s largest civil engineering and tunnelling companies\, Bilfinger Berger. He continued his journey at Bilfinger Berger in the years to come\, spending most of his time on major projects worldwide in a senior management position. Martin is currently working for CREG Australia.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/annual-special-meeting-ats-victoria/
LOCATION:WSP Australia office\, Level 11\, 567 Collins Street\, Melbourne
CATEGORIES:Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230906T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230906T183000
DTSTAMP:20230901T233801Z
CREATED:20230823T021148Z
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SUMMARY:ATS VIC - North East Link Tunnel Project Industry Updates by Paul\, Ken and Hayley
DESCRIPTION:Type: hybrid event  \n\nOnline link – Webinar Link\nVenue – Sky Park\, One Melbourne Quarter\, 699 Collins Street\, Docklands\, VIC\, 3008\, Australia.\n\nTime and date:  \n\n6th September 2023\, Wednesday\n5:00 PM – 5:30 PM: Networking over refreshments\n5:30 PM – 6:20 PM: Presentation\n6:20 PM – 6:30 PM: Q&As and Closing Comments\n\nOutline  \nThe North East Link (NEL) is the largest road project in Victoria\, Australia\, and represents the ‘missing link’ in Melbourne’s transport network. The project aims to connect the M80 with the Eastern Freeway linking key growth areas in the north and south-east of Melbourne metropolitan. This massive program of works is carefully planned with the primary and secondary packages in an engineered timeframe so the whole project can open in 2028. The North East Link Primary Package is the largest component of the NEL project\, Victoria’s biggest road project\, and Australia’s largest Public Private Partnership (PPP). The Primary Package includes 15.1 m wide three-lane twin TBM tunnels\, four-lane SEM twin tunnels with 260 m2 in cross-section area\, and cut and cover tunnels connecting to split interchanges. North East Link Program (NELP) awarded this package to the Spark consortium comprising WeBuild\, GS E&C\, CPB\, and CCO\, in June 2021. \nNow two years after the contract award\, the team has made significant advances in constructing this urban reshaping project. Paul Thomas\, Ken Muir and Hayley Bester will provide an update on the progress of the works and the vast underground spaces already created to replace one of the most congested roads in Melbourne metropolitan. \nSpeakers \n \nPaul Thomas \nPaul Thomas is the Construction Director for NELP’s North East Link Primary Package. Paul is a Chartered Engineer and Chartered Professional Manager with more than 30 years of experience in the Civil Engineering industry\, with more than 25 years spent in the tunneling and underground construction discipline\, primarily in the design and construction of mass transit\, hydro-power\, and deep sewer projects\, in Hong Kong\, Singapore\, India\, and Australia. \nPaul has extensive experience in TBM tunnels\, drill and blast tunnels\, diaphragm walls\, deep piling\, and design/construction of major underground structures and design development/planning and delivery of major underground infrastructure.\nPaul is NELP’s lead in the project’s Engineering and Construction Delivery aspects\, working closely with Spark JV and Project Co. \nKen Muir                           \nKen Muir is the Technical Director for North East Link Project Co (Project Co)\, having over 30 years of experience in mining and heavy underground civil work in both developed and developing countries. His specialties include Subterranean excavation and lining of shafts\, tunnels\, and caverns\, Drill and Blast with mechanised or hand-held equipment\, TBMs (Slurry\, EPB\, and Gripper)\, Road header\, Shaft sinking using explosive and non-explosive techniques\, and pipejacking. \nKen is NEL Project Co’s lead in the project’s Engineering and Construction Delivery aspects\, working closely with NELP and Spark JV. \nHayley Bester                   \nHayley is a communications and engagement professional with almost 15 years  experience working across State and Federal Governments and private industry on a wide rage of communications and media strategies. She currently leads the Communications and Community Engagement team for the major infrastructure project – the North East Link Tunnels. Hayley’s team support construction by working with the community for tunnelling to commence in 2024. During the time Hayley has been with Spark\, the team has developed a range of tools and incentives to ensure they are working alongside the construction team to get the job done. Prior to Spark\, Hayley worked within the Victorian Premier’s office for seven years. During this time she was responsible for communications and media in the infrastructure space. \nThese experiences have given her extensive experience working with highly influential stakeholders in the business and community sectors\, as well as working within government at the most senior level – liaising with politicians\, industry and advisers from all political backgrounds. \nSponsor \nATS acknowledge the sponsorship provided by ARUP
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/ats-vic-north-east-link-tunnel-project-industry-updates-by-paul-ken-and-hayley/
LOCATION:Sky Park\, One Melbourne Quarter\, 699 Collins Street\, Docklands\, VIC\, 3008\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Online,Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230803T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230803T190000
DTSTAMP:20230801T034022Z
CREATED:20230707T081417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230801T034022Z
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SUMMARY:Geomechanics of pressure tunnels and shafts - a critical review of existing knowledge
DESCRIPTION:Overview \nHydropower and pumped storage projects are becoming increasingly appealing as environmentally friendly energy sources and large-scale energy storage solutions. \nPressure tunnels/shafts are among the primary components of such projects. Although the design of these pressure tunnels and shafts has been well-established for decades\, during the peak of hydropower project development\, particularly prior to the 90s\, the transfer of knowledge has been adequately made only in developed countries that went through a period of reduced activity in hydropower and pumped hydro projects. \nThe design of the lining of pressure tunnels and shafts is a challenging engineering endeavour which deals with the complex coupled hydraulic-mechanical interaction between the lining and the surrounding rock mass. The lining of pressure waterways should be designed to limit head losses within the conduit to acceptable limits; control excessive leakage and risk of rock hydraulic fracturing/jacking; and ensure long-term structural capacity and serviceability during filling-up\, operation and dewatering stages. \nThis presentation will offer a brief overview of the key design factors that need to be taken into account for pressure tunnels\, including the risk of hydraulic fracturing\, hydraulic jacking\, and landslides or slope instabilities due to excessive seepage. \nFurthermore\, we will delve into the historical development\, limitations\, misconceptions\, and gaps in the commonly employed methods used to evaluate the concrete lining’s resistance to cracking in pressure tunnel and shaft designs. Finally\, we will explore the significance of filling and dewatering strategies for pressure tunnels and their impact on tunnel behaviour. \nIn this presentation you will learn: \n\nlessons learned for the design of underground structures embodied in hydropower projects\nkey design factors for pressured tunnels\nrisk identification relating to hydraulic fracturing\, hydraulic jacking\, and slope instabilities associated with excessive water pressure.\n\nProgram – in person \n\n5:30 PM – 6:00 PM: Networking  – light refreshments will be served.\n6:00 PM – 6:05 PM: Introduction of the speaker and the topic\n6:05 PM – 6:50 PM: Presentation\n6:50 PM – 7:00 PM: Q&As\n\nProgram – online (Teams link) \n\n6:00 PM – 6:05 PM: Introduction of the speaker and the topic\n6:05 PM – 6:50 PM: Presentation\n6:50 PM – 7:00 PM: Q&As\n\nPresenter \nMahdi Zoorabadi\, Technical Principal \n \nMahdi Zoorabadi (BSc\, MSc\, PhD) has 22 years of experience in consultancy and research in a broad range of tunnelling and rock engineering fields. Mahdi has been involved in site investigations and design of tunnelling\, underground structure\, dams and hydropower projects in Australia and overseas. He has extensive experience in preliminary and secondary ground support design for underground structures through empirical and numerical modelling techniques\, optioning and design of pressure tunnels\, field rock testing\, rock stress measurement\, groundwater studies\, monitoring\, and instrumentation. He won David Sudgen Award (2013) from the Australian Tunnelling Society. Mahdi is actively involved in research activities through collaboration as Adjunct Associate Professor with UNSW Sydney\, supervising PhD and Master students. Mahdi is currently serving as the Deputy-Chair of ATS VIC Chapter.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/geomechanics-of-pressure-tunnels-and-shafts-a-critical-review-of-existing-knowledge/
LOCATION:SMEC\, Tower 4\, 727 Collins St\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3008\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Online,Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230525T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230525T190000
DTSTAMP:20230417T225622Z
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SUMMARY:ATS VIC - Discrete fracture network approach for underground support design optimisation
DESCRIPTION:Ground support design for underground rock engineering projects often adopts empirical methods\, which were mostly developed in 1960s and 1970s. While these methods have provided a useful tool to aid design\, they have typically been based on a limited database of project experience and so their results need to be interpreted in the context of local experience and engineering judgement. \nDiscrete Fracture Network (DFN) model allows inclusion of site-specific discontinuities data to be stochastically quantified and explicitly adopted as design input. Combined with 3D Distinct Element Method\, this approach offers a more quantifiable\, verifiable\, and reproduceable method to assess rock mass quality & behaviour in underground excavation projects. \nThis presentation demonstrates benefits gained from this integrated approach in ground support design for large span rock caverns using a case study. The use of DFN and explicit modelling has allowed ground support to be optimised based on site-specific and more realistic anticipated ground conditions. \nIvan is the David Sugden Award winner for 2022 and will present his award-winning paper in person entitled: Discrete Fracture Network Approach in Ground Support Design Optimisation for Large Span Cavern in Jointed Rock Mass.You can read Ivan’s winning paper here. \nThe David Sugden Award was initiated by the ATS in 2004 to encourage young engineers to develop the art of technical writing. The competition is open to all ATS members and university students under 35 years of age. \nEvent program\n\n5:30-6.00pm: Networking\n6-6.50pm: Presentation\n6:50-7.00pm:Q&A and closing comments\n\nAbout the speaker\n \nIvan Haryono\, MIEAust CPEng NER\nSenior Associate Geotechnical Engineer \nIvan Haryono is Chartered and Registered Professional Geotechnical Engineer with over 12 years of experience on large scale tunnelling and deep excavation projects in Hong Kong\, Canada\, Australia\, Singapore and the Netherlands in different project stages; from tender and detailed design\, construction phase services\, forensic analysis and claims\, and independent review. He has worked on various Drill and Blast tunnels\, TBM tunnels\, deep shafts in both soft ground and rocks; for metro railway & stations\, highways\, wastewater treatment plants\, and mines. He is experienced in advanced numerical analysis for soil or rock mechanics and ground-structure interaction problems\, including finite element\, finite difference\, and distinct element methods\, and discrete fracture network modelling.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/discrete-fracture-network-approach-for-underground-support-design-optimisation/
LOCATION:230 Kwong Lee Dow Building\, 234 Queensberry Street\, Carlton\, VIC\, 3053\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230516T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230516T200000
DTSTAMP:20230412T020309Z
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SUMMARY:Ground Challenges in Melbourne's Metro Tunnel Project
DESCRIPTION:Overview \nPlease join us for the first in the new season of ICE technical presentations at Arup’s office in Melbourne and online. This fascinating talk\, presented in collaboration between the ICE and the Australian Tunnel Society (ATS)\, will explore the ground challenges on the Metro Tunnel Project. The event will also be live streamed\, which provides a great opportunity for ATS members beyond Victoria to attend\, or for locals who cannot make it along in person. \nMelbourne’s Metro Tunnel Project is the first major metropolitan rail infrastructure project in over four decades. The project consists of 9-km twin rail tunnels and 5 new stations connecting South Kensington and South Yarra underneath Melbourne’s Central Business District (CBD). This event will be presented by Ruby Chan of Bouygues Construction Australia and Elena Gavazzi of Arup. \nThe project has faced many challenges due to its complexity across various aspects such as engineering\, architecture\, and construction. This technical talk focuses initially on the ground challenges faced during design and construction of the Cross Passages and Caverns and specifically\, how we\, as engineers\, have tackled those challenges and positively contributed to the timely delivery the Project. The final part of the evening gives an overview of the methodology used in the design of the permanent lining for the 30m wide station caverns which are in construction under the hustle and bustle of the Melbourne CBD. \nSchedule \nThe running order of the event will be: \n\n17.30 – 18.00 registration and networking\n18.00 – 19.00 Presentation and questions\n19.00 – 20.00 Networking/close\n\nSpeakers \nChan Sin Ping\, Ruby | Geotechnical Manager | Bouygues Construction Australia \nRuby is a geotechnical manager of Bouygues Construction Australia\, a chartered Engineer\, a chartered Geologist and a Member of the Institution of Civil Engineers\, starting from Hong Kong and now in Australia with approx. 15 years’ experience in infrastructure construction industry\, focusing on tunnelling and foundations. \nRuby is the former Geotechnical Manager (East & West Precincts) of CYP at Melbourne’s Metro Tunnel Project responsible for ground risks identification and management. She managed technical aspects of cross passages ground improvement works from surface and in tunnels which are critical for safe tunnelling and timely delivery of the project. \nElena Gavazzi | Associate Principal | Arup \nElena is an Associate Principal and Group Leader within the Arup Victorian practice as well as leading the Arup tunnelling team in this region. Elena is a Chartered Civil Engineer with 15 years professional experience in the Australian and UK engineering and construction industries. Throughout her career Elena has worked on several high-profile tunnelling projects including Melbourne’s Metro Tunnel project\, High Speed 2 and Crossrail\, covering roles from Design Lead to Delivery Director. \nElena has extensive experience in project delivery; during her career Elena has developed excellent technical and engineering knowledge\, including critical interface and integration requirements for multi-disciplinary projects. Elena is a passionate leader and able to motivate team members to achieve key goals and objectives.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/ground-challenges-in-melbournes-metro-tunnel-project/
LOCATION:Hybrid – in person and online at ARUP Melbourne\, 699 Collins Street\, Docklands\, Victoria\, 3008
CATEGORIES:Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230502T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230502T213000
DTSTAMP:20230406T014633Z
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SUMMARY:North East Link Program tunnel design overview
DESCRIPTION:Overview \nThis presentation provides an overview of the tunnel design for the iconic North East Link Program. This is the largest tunnel project Melbourne has ever seen. \nNorth East Link (NEL) is the largest investment in a road project in Victoria’s history. It is the missing link in Melbourne’s orbital freeway between an upgraded Eastern Freeway and the M80 Ring Road. The project consists of approximately 5 km twin TBM tunnels\, each with a 14.1 m internal diameter\, two SEM mined tunnels and two cut-and-cover structures at Watsonia and Manningham. Delve Underground is the main tunnel design consultant contracted to deliver this project by SPARK consortium consists of WeBuild\, GS Engineering and Construction\, CPB Contractors\, China Construction Oceania\, Ventia\, Capella Capital\, John Laing Investments\, DIF and Pacific Partnerships. \nThe presentation will focus on the key design challenges and solutions for various design aspects including TBM temporary structures\, large-diameter TBM tunnel segments\, and Sequential Excavation Method (SEM) tunnel lining. The project adopts advanced Digital Engineering to centralise design information and facilitate asset management. \nAttendees will also be provided a unique insight into the design considerations\, key design challenges and solutions for various design aspects. The presentation will also provide an overview for the advanced Digital Engineering works carried out for the project. It is intended to be a knowledge sharing session to those who works in the tunnelling industry\, including tunnel designers\, contractors\, project managers\, and asset owners. \nThe presentation will showcase the complex 3D digital parametric models created for the project are showcased. \nThis event is programmed by ATS Young Members with the sponsorship by DELVE Underground. \nEvent program \n\n5.30 – 6.00 pm networking\n6.00 – 7.00 pm presentation followed by Q&A\n\nAbout the presenters \nRenee Shi\nAssociate engineer \nRenee Shi is a Senior Project Engineer at Delve Underground with over eight years of experience in design of underground structures and tunnels. She has worked on a number of local and international major infracture projects. Renee is the Design Package Lead for TBM tunnel lining on the North East Link Programe. \nJacob Liu\nProject structural engineer \nJacob Liu is a project structural engineer hailing from Delve Underground’s Auckland office. He has 7 years of industry experience and has worked on a wide range of structures including large-scale infrastructure\, underground structures\, bridges\, and residential buildings. His expertise comprises 2D and 3D FEA numerical modelling; the development and review of design calculations\, drawings\, and specifications; and the provision of construction phase services. \nDenis Tepavac\nAssociate – Tunnels\, Delve Underground \nDenis is an Associate engineer at Delve Underground with 13 years of experience in tunnelling on a wide range of transportation\, water and wastewater projects\, both in Australia and internationally. He has diverse design experience in metro rail\, road tunnel and large-scale underground structures. Denis is the project-wide Design Discipline Lead for SEM scope and permanent tunnel linings on the North East Link Program. \nElnaz Saminfar\nDesign Technology Specialist IV\, Delve Underground \nElnaz is a Design Technology Specialist IV at Delve Underground. She is an experienced computational designer with a structural engineering background in infrastructure and building projects. The ability to use a wide range of modelling software gives her unique flexibility in automating the process of creating complex 3D digital parametric models that can be modified and updated as required. She is the modelling lead for most of the packages on the North East Link project.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/north-east-link-program-tunnel-design-overview/
LOCATION:Level 15/385 Bourke Street\, Melbourne
CATEGORIES:Victoria
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SUMMARY:Fire testing of tunnel concrete lining segments – requirements and practical advice
DESCRIPTION:This presentation provides a detailed summary of the structural fire testing requirements for concrete used in tunnel infrastructures. \nContrasting with building fires\, tunnel fires are more significant within a few minutes due to the confined space\, which can cause concrete spalling and jeopardise the tunnel supporting capacity. This fire-induced damage should be a substantial concern to designers. The catastrophic European tunnel fire events in 1999 and 2001 led to the development of innovative regulations and recommendations\, including guidelines endorsed by the European Federation of National (EFNARC 132F r3:2006) and Efectis R0695:2020. This presentation provides an overview of these test standards and the tests conducted at the Victoria University full-scale NATA facility. \nPresentation overview \nAs more cities in Australia and overseas dig deep underground to build congestion-busting car and train tunnels\, they are exposed to risks incurred by fire-induced damage to tunnel lining. Spalling occurs when small pieces of concrete explode during fire or mechanical pressure\, weakening the concrete and putting tunnels at risk of collapse. It has been linked to tunnel disasters and deaths overseas\, including the Mount Blanc and St Gottard Tunnels in Switzerland (1999 and 2002 respectively). \nDr Maurice Guerrieri is using his expertise in ‘concrete spalling’ to test how various concrete samples respond to fire. Using the fire testing facilities in Victoria University\, he is working on major tunnel projects to ensure they meet relevant fire-testing standards. \nThe presentation will demonstrate the test results on several concrete samples with various ratios of aggregate rock\, sand\, gravel and cement in temperatures of up to 1300 degrees centigrade to test for spalling since late last year. It offers useful lessons to tunnel designers\, contractors\, project managers\, asset owners\, and so forth. \nSpeaker bio \nProfessor Maurice Guerrieri is a senior Principal research fellow within the Institute of Sustainable Industries & Liveable Cities (ISILC) at Victoria University. He is the chief engineer in charge of the NATA Structural Fire Testing Facility located at the Werribee Campus. Maurice’s research interest is centred around the performance of concrete in fire and\, to date\, has undertaken full-scale structural fire testing relating to tunnels for some of Australia’s major infrastructure projects. \n \n 
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/fire-testing-of-tunnel-concrete-lining-segments-requirements-and-practical-advice/
LOCATION:Melbourne Engineers Australia office\, Level 6\, 181 William Street\, Melbourne\, VIC\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victoria
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221202T180000
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SUMMARY:ATS VIC - St Barbara's Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The Victorian Chapter of the Australian Tunnelling Society invites members to attend an in-person celebration for the Feast Day of St. Barbara\, the patron saint of tunnellers and miners\, as an end of year social gathering on Friday 2nd December 2022. \nThis networking-focused event is to be held in the excellent event space at the Melbourne offices of the John Holland Group\, with its indoor area linked to a panoramic balcony overlooking the river and city. The event is being held to recognise and celebrate the past year’s achievements on tunnelling projects within Victoria and nationally\, their engineers and workforce\, and to provide an opportunity to look forward to future tunnelling opportunities. \nThe celebration will be an informal stand-up affair with quality finger food and a range of drinks included in the $40 ticket price\, with all the necessary responsible service requirements in place\, and we have sponsorship from various industry organisations to help offset the catering cost. Registration is live\, so\, please add Friday the 2nd of December to your diaries – we look forward to seeing you there! \nATS Victoria Committee 2022
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/ats-vic-st-barbara-day-celebration/
LOCATION:John Holland Group Offices\, Level 9\, 180 Flinders Street\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221117T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221117T193000
DTSTAMP:20221113T215935Z
CREATED:20221108T082227Z
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SUMMARY:ATS VIC - Victoria's Annual Special Meeting and Westgate Tunnel Project – Update on Tunnelling Progress
DESCRIPTION:Schedule \nNetworking – 5:30 to 6:00 pm \nAnnual Special Meeting –  6:00 to 6:30 pm \nTechnical Presentation on West Gate Tunnel Project – 6:30 and 7:30 pm \n  \nAnnual Special Meeting \nNotice is hereby given that the Annual Special Meeting (ASM) of the Australian Tunnelling Society Victorian Chapter will be held at Engineers Australia\, Level 31\, 600 Bourke Street\, Melbourne VIC 3000\, as an in-person meeting on Thursday\, 17 November at 6:00 pm AEDT. Pre-meeting networking will run from 5:30 to 6:00 pm. \nPlease join us for the ATS Victorian Chapter ASM\, which will be followed by a technical presentation providing an update on the West Gate Tunnel Project in Melbourne.\nATS Victoria holds a meeting annually for the Victorian-based members to attend and hear how the Chapter performed over the last year and what is planned for the following year. The ASM agenda will include: \n\nApologies\nMinutes of 2021 ASM\nMatters Arising\nChairman’s Report\nFinancial Report\nElection of Committee for 2023\nOther Business\n\n  \nTechnical Presentation \nFollowing the ASM\, three speakers from Transurban and CPBJHJV will give a technical presentation. This joint technical presentation will cover the progress of the TBM tunnelling on the West Gate Tunnel Project to date and introduce the back-end works activities that are presently underway. There will be a networking session from 5:30 to 6:00 pm immediately prior to the ASM\, so please come along and catch up with your industry colleagues this Thursday evening. \nSpeaker bios \nZoe Taylor – Project Director – Transurban \nWith more than 15 years in operations and construction\, Zoe Taylor is an accomplished professional\, well-versed in leading and delivering large-scale and complex projects. Her experience is especially focused on tenders\, planning and construction in roads\, mega-structures and underground infrastructure. \nDrawing on her extensive delivery experience\, Zoe is a strategic\, forward-thinker\, renowned for finding opportunities during construction to prepare for day one of operations. \nSupporting her broad understanding of state\, contractor and PPP arrangements\, Zoe has begun a Masters in Project Leadership at University of Sydney and completed the PPP Leadership Program at University of Melbourne. \nGwyn Jones – Senior Tunnel Manager CPBJH \nGwyn Jones is the Senior Tunnel Manager on the West Gate Tunnel project\, responsible for project management of all the works that are between the portals\, including the TBM tunnelling\, the civil fit out / back end works and the various interconnecting tunnels for cross passages\, low point sump\, smoke extraction\, service crossings etc. \nGwyn is a member of Engineers Australia and the AusIMM and since graduating from the world-famous Camborne School of Mines he has gained more than thirty years of tunnelling experience. These projects include rail tunnels such as the UK-France Channel Tunnel and High-Speed Rail project in Taiwan\, MRT tunnels in London\, Singapore and Taipei\, hydro-electric schemes in China and Nepal\, water and sewer tunnels in the UK\, China\, Egypt\, New Zealand and Australia and highway tunnels in UK\, Egypt and now Melbourne. \nJames Campbell – Tunnel and Buildings Manager – Transurban \nJames Campbell has 22 years’ experience in working on major infrastructure projects across Australia and New Zealand. He started his working career with Downers NZ working on earthworks and infrastructure project before moving to Australia in 2006 to build the tunnels for the Gold Coast desalination project. \nJames has worked on the Airport Link project in Brisbane\, Gladstone harbour crossing\, and two stages of the WestConnex Project in Sydney. James joined Transurban in January 2022 to oversee the Tunnel and Buildings work on the Westgate Project.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/ats-vic-victorias-annual-special-meeting-and-westgate-tunnel-project-update-on-tunnelling-progress/
LOCATION:Engineers Australia\, Vic Division\, Lvl 31\, 600 Bourke Street\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220915T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220915T193000
DTSTAMP:20220829T065202Z
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SUMMARY:The Past\, Present and Future of Mechanised Tunnelling
DESCRIPTION:ATS Victoria – In-person Technical Presentation by Martin Herrenknecht \n\nDate: 15th September 2022\nTime: 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm\nNetworking from 5:00 pm followed by refreshments served between 5:30 pm and 6:30 pm\nTechnical presentation from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm\nLocation: Engineers Australia\, Level 31\, 600 Bourke Street\, Melbourne\, Vic 3000\nFormat: Face-to-face only (there will be no online option)\n\nPresentation details \nTunnelling is\, without a doubt\, one of the most innovative disciplines. Focused on innovative and cooperative development\, the collaboration amongst researchers\, owners\, designers\, construction contractors\, machine manufacturers and suppliers is surely one reason for this. The second factor is the market dynamics in tunnelling\, driven by a globalised world and increasing urbanisation: Around the globe\, emerging economies are expanding infrastructure in their urban and regional centres\, promoting the interlinking of individual economic hubs by means of new traffic\, supply and disposal systems. The general worldwide trend in the industry towards mechanisation and automation clearly demands a similar development in tunnelling. There are challenges ahead\, and we need to improve our excavation methods to overcome them – always learning from our past tunnel experiences. \nThis lecture considers the past\, present and future of mechanised tunnelling with a focus on the innovations developed since the 1970s and what lies ahead in mechanised tunnelling. \nAbout the speaker \nMartin Herrenknecht\, Dr.-Ing. E.h.\, founder and CEO of Herrenknecht AG \nMartin Herrenknecht is the company founder and name giver\, driving force and Chairman of the Board of Management of Herrenknecht AG. After completing his degree\, the graduate engineer (FH) began his career as a design engineer in Switzerland. This was followed by several positions\, some lasting several years\, as project and design engineering managers in Canada and Germany. From 1971 to 1975\, Martin Herrenknecht worked again in Switzerland as director of the mechanical engineering service at the Seelisberg Tunnel with “Big John”\, the world’s largest tunnel boring machine at the time. \n  \nIn 1975 Martin founded the Martin Herrenknecht Engineering Service Company\, then in 1977 the limited company Herrenknecht GmbH\, whose Managing Director he remained until it became a joint stock company. Martin Herrenknecht is responsible for Group Strategy\, Business Development\, Group Marketing & Communications\, Internal Audit and Mergers and Acquisitions. Martin Herrenknecht has received numerous prestigious awards and honours\, including an honorary doctorate (Dr.-Ing. E.h.) from the Carolo-Wilhelmina Technical University of Braunschweig (Brunswick)\, the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany\, entry into the Handelsblatt Hall of Fame of German Entrepreneurship\, the Lifetime Achievement Award of the International Tunnelling and Underground Space Association (ITA) as well as the Werner von Siemens Ring for his outstanding lifetime achievement as an inventor and entrepreneur. \nNetworking refreshments prior to the technical presentation will kindly be provided by Herrenknecht -Country representative: Charles Howarth <Howarth.Charles@herrenknecht.com> \n \nFor more information\, please contact Richard Buckingham via Richard.buckingham@wsp.com. \nCOST \nFree
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/the-past-present-and-future-of-mechanised-tunnelling/
LOCATION:Melbourne Engineers Australia office\, Level 6\, 181 William Street\, Melbourne\, VIC\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220914T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220914T193000
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SUMMARY:Suburban Rail Loop – Ground Conditions and Tunnelling Challenges
DESCRIPTION:Date: 14th September 2022\, Wednesday\nTime: 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm\nNetworking from 5:30 pm to 6:00 pm\, for which refreshments are served\nTechnical presentation from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm\nLocation: Lecture Hall\, Univ of Melbourne\, Level 2\, Kwong Lee Dow Building\, 234 Queensberry St\, Carlton VIC 3053\nFormat: Face-to-face only (there will be no online option)\n\nPresentation details \nSuburban Rail Loop (SRL) is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to shape the future liveability\, productivity and connectivity of Melbourne. \nThe 90km rail line will link every major rail line from the Frankston Line to the Werribee Line via Melbourne Airport\, better connecting Victorians to jobs\, retail\, education\, health services\, and each other. \nSRL will be delivered in three stages\, the first of which (SRL East) runs from Cheltenham to Box Hill\, consisting of 26km of twin tunnels and six underground stations. \nA range of geological and hydrogeological conditions are encountered along SRL East. This results in a range of geotechnical challenges for cut and cover excavations\, tunnelling\, and managing of environmental impacts. To manage these risks\, Suburban Rail Loop Authority (SRLA) has undertaken an extensive program of geotechnical investigations\, stakeholder engagement\, and design development. \nThis presentation provides: \n\nAn update on the project;\nAn overview of anticipated geological conditions;\nA summary of the ongoing geotechnical investigation program;\nOutlines some of the tunnelling and cut and cover challenges identified;\nPresents some of the geotechnical monitoring approaches adopted;\n\nAbout the speaker \n Speaker 1 \nStefan Hanke\, BSc\, MSc\, Package Director – Tunnels & Civils\, Suburban Rail Loop Authority\, Melbourne \nStefan has over 30 years of global experience on large-scale road\, rail and water projects across Australia\, New Zealand\, Asia\, Africa\, and Europe. With extensive procurement and delivery experience in a range of contract types\, he has played key roles in successful project acquisition\, civil/tunnel works delivery\, M&E works coordination\, and project completion. Stefan has worked on notable infrastructure projects from across the world\, including London’s Crossrail\, Metro Tunnel\, North East Link\, and the Waterview Connection project in Auckland. Now Package Director of Tunnels and Civils at Suburban Rail Loop Authority\, Stefan is responsible for the procurement and delivery of the SRL East tunnelling packages. \nSpeaker 2 \nChris Lyons\, BEng\, MEng\, CPEng\, Principal Geotechnical Engineer\, Tunnels & Civils\, Suburban Rail Loop Authority\, Melbourne \nChris has 25 years of experience as a geotechnical designer working on the successful delivery of a range of infrastructure and commercial projects from concept through to delivery. Chris has gained global experience working in New Zealand\, the UK\, UAE and Australia\, on major metro tunnel projects\, including Crossrail\, Metro Tunnel and Suburban Rail Loop. Chris leads the technical inputs to manage ground condition risks for Suburban Rail Loop\, including geotechnical investigations\, hydrogeological conditions\, tunnelling\, geotechnical retention design\, ground movement impacts\, instrumentation and monitoring\, spoil disposal and ground improvements. \n  \nFor more information\, please contact Jay Lee via jeawoo.lee@gsenc.com.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/suburban-rail-loop-ground-conditions-and-tunnelling-challenges/
LOCATION:230 Kwong Lee Dow Building\, 234 Queensberry Street\, Carlton\, VIC\, 3053\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victoria
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220818T190000
DTSTAMP:20220811T062351Z
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SUMMARY:Tunnel lighting functionality
DESCRIPTION:This presentation will discuss the various types of tunnel lighting and the development of tunnel lighting in Australia using case studies from various tunnel projects in Australia will describe the types and functionality of tunnel lighting systems. Tunnel lighting functionalities include: – Normal lighting that provides appropriate visibility for users\, both day and night – Safety lighting that provides minimum visibility for users\, to enable them to leave the tunnel in their vehicles in case of power outage. – Egress lighting to guide tunnel users on foot in the event of an emergency. During this sessions you will receive an overview of: – Different types of tunnel lighting – Tunnel lighting functionality – Tunnel lighting zones – Egress lighting – Different lighting systems used on Tunnels in Australia. \nPlease see speakers for the event below: \n\n \nShilpa Charegaonkar\nFIEAust CPEng\nTechnical Director\, Energy Mott MacDonald \nTechnical Director\, Electrical engineer with 20 years of experience in technical design and delivery of complex multi-discipline industrial engineering and infrastructure projects. Experience includes delivering a range of engineering solutions\, including concept planning\, design development\, safety identification and mitigation\, process improvement solutions\, potentially explosive atmosphere engineering\, project management and energy management systems. Power and lighting design\, documentation\, and construction phase services for various projects. With excellent communication and relationship building skills\, Shilpa is results focused and takes pride in ensuring the needs of stakeholders are met throughout the project and a high level of quality is maintained. \n\n \nAdrian Sterritt\nAssociate Director\, Lighting WSP \nWith over 30 years of designing lighting Adrian brings his lighting design experience to WSP. His understanding of the lighting techniques\, coupled with his management skills\, makes him an asset to any project. Adrian is the Melbourne Specialist Lighting Team Leader and as one of the senior project leaders on many diverse projects\, Adrian is able to apply his skill and design experience to any project. Working with all aspects of lighting he can find the best lighting outcome for any project. With experience in road\, rail\, retail\, urban realm theatre and heritage projects. \n\n \nJohn Rogers\nPrincipal Lighting Engineer WSP \nJohn Rogers has over 50 years’ experience in the lighting industry in various roles. He has special experience in roadway\, tunnels and public space lighting from a background in lighting design\, luminaire manufacturing and lighting project management. Joining WSP in 2010 he has been involved on numerous projects as lighting designer or in an advisory or verification capacity as well as conducting in house training on public lighting and tunnel/underpass lighting design with particular regard to the application of and compliance with relevant Australian Standards in the design procedure.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/tunnel-lighting-functionality/
LOCATION:Mott MacDonald L17\, Tower One\, Collins Square 727 Collins Street Melbourne VIC 3008\, Mott MacDonald L17\, Tower One\, Collins Square 727 Collins Street\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Online,Victoria,Webinar
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220609T193000
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SUMMARY:ATS VIC - Challenges in creating caverns in urban areas - Melbourne Metro Tunnel
DESCRIPTION:Andrew Banks is the Caverns Director\, CBD Stations working on Melbourne’s Metro Tunnel Project. He will detail construction of the project’s CBD-based station caverns\, discussing strategies for the design and construction of the caverns and underground spaces below significant existing infrastructure. Andrew will outline cavern support practices\, including staging for excavation and cavern support\, as well as concrete elements for the cavern structures. \nAndreas Mindt is Construction Manager for the Metro Tunnel Project’s East Precinct. Responsible for managing all aspects of TBM tunnelling from South Yarra through to the new Town Hall Station in the CBD\, Andreas will discuss all aspects of cross passage construction\, from initial ground improvement considerations and related preparatory works\, through to excavation and construction. \nThe joint presentation will cover challenges faced during the construction of the Metro Tunnel Project and will shed light on how complex underground works were tackled in densely urbanised and geotechnically challenging areas. \nProgram:\n5.30 pm – 6.00 pm Networking (catering provided)\n6.00 pm – 7.00 pm Presentation\n7.30 pm – Event concludes \nSpeaker\nAndrew Banks MIEAust CPEng NER APEC Engineer IntPE(Aus)\nCaverns Director\, CBD Stations CYP Design & Construction Joint Venture \n \nAndrew Banks is currently working as Caverns Director\, CBD Stations on Melbourne’s Metro Tunnel Project. He is an accomplished civil engineer with a deep knowledge of the Australian and international tunnelling and micro tunnelling sectors and is proficient in all aspects of business development\, tendering and project delivery. \nAndrew has delivered projects across civil sectors including road and bridge construction\, sewer\, water and stormwater installation\, tunnelling\, earthworks\, concrete and steel structures. \nAndreas Mindt\nConstruction Manager\, CBD Stations CYP Design & Construction Joint Venture \n \nAndreas Mindt has 18 years’ experience in working on projects with pressurised tunnel boring machines (TBMs). He started his working career as a graduate engineer on the SMART tunnel project in Malaysia which\, at the time\, employed the fourth largest TBM ever used. After moving to Australia in 2006\, further work sent him to Singapore where he worked on metro tunnel projects in very challenging ground conditions. \nAndreas returned to Australia in late 2017 to help build the first TBM tunnels under Sydney Harbour and has recently completed TBM tunnelling of the eastern section of the Metro Tunnel Project\, including successfully tunnelling under the Yarra River \n \n 
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/ats-vic-challenges-in-creating-caverns-in-urban-areas-melbourne-metro-tunnel/
LOCATION:Engineers Australia\, Vic Division\, Lvl 31\, 600 Bourke Street\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220428T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220428T190000
DTSTAMP:20220421T090238Z
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SUMMARY:ATS 50th celebrations - legends panel discussion
DESCRIPTION:There’s never been a better time to be a tunneller in Australia. \nWith billions worth of upcoming tunnelling projects in the next decade\, we’ve assembled a panel of three legends of the industry to help us navigate the challenges and opportunities we face during this exciting time in the industry. \nThe event will be held as a face to face and webinar hybrid event across several Engineers Australia offices around the country and online. \nThe Legends Panel will comprise 3 individuals who are all regarded as well-respected ATS ‘legends’ in the tunnelling industry. The panel will take the form of a facilitated conversation chaired by Rachael McCarrison. \n  \n\nProf. Arnold Dix \n \n\nProfessor Arnold Dix is a barrister\, mediator\, dispute adjudicator\, consultant and expert on all matters relating to tunnelling\, underground infrastructure\, fire and disasters\, as well as broader civil planning and environmental disputes. His career over the past 30 years has celebrated a unique hybrid of engineering\, geology\, law and risk management matters. Arnold’s key strength is in his ability to bridge the gap between the legal and technical dimensions of a problem\, risk assessment or dispute.\nArnold’s approach in legal matters is practical and commercially minded\, appreciating the many factors that are intrinsic to complex disputes to do with tunnelling\, mining\, engineering and underground works. He has niche high level experience and a considered appreciation of the issues at hand\, as well as the many stakeholder interests to be taken into account\nArnold is the current Vice President of the International Tunnelling Association (Consultative Status to United Nations).\n\n\nDr Bill Bamford \n \n\nDr Bill Bamford is recognised as a world leader in the field of specialised rock testing with a lifetime of experience and research devoted to the area. He has established a fine team at BRTS – highly qualified young testing engineers\, an experienced Laboratory Manager and a competent administrator.\nIn 1967\, Dr Bill Bamford commenced lecturing\, performing research and managing a rock testing laboratory at the University of Melbourne.\nDr Bamford is currently an honorary Principal Fellow and Associate Professor in the Melbourne School of Engineering in the University of Melbourne. His specialisations include rock mechanics\, mine design\, geotechnical engineering. He held the position of Vice-President for the International Society for Rock Mechanics for 8 years. Other appointments include being the National Chairman of the Australian Geomechanics Society and of the Australasian Tunnelling Society.\n\n\nDiane Mather \n \n\nDiane Mather is a Design Manager for the Australian Rail Track Corporation’s (ARTC) $15.5 billion Inland Rail Program. She is responsible for the design management of the Gowrie to Heldion (G2H) section of the a Public Private Partnership Project and the technical lead for the three tunnels within the Gowrie to Kagaru (G2K project) scope the most technically complex sections of the Inland Rail alignment. The tunnels technical lead scope covers tunnel design and construction\, tunnel systems and fire life safety\, key features for the safe service offering of the project.\nDiane has more than 20 years’ experience in design and construction of civil infrastructure and mining projects\, and has successfully developed\, managed and delivered a wide range of design and construction programs across many disciplines. Prior to joining ARTC\, Diane delivered a range of design and construction work packages on several major projects including Clem7 (NSBT)\, Airport Link\, City Rail Link\, Westconnex M5East\, Westgate\, Sydney Metro\, Melbourne Metro and Brisbane Cross River Rail. Diane is a UK and Australia-registered chartered professional engineer and the winner of the inaugural Australian Tunnelling Society 2021 Women in Tunnelling Award.\n\n\nEvent program \nWebinar \n6.00 – 7.00 PM: Webinar \nIn-person event \n5.30 – 6.00 PM: Arrival and registration\n6.00 – 7.00 PM: Presentation\n7.00 – 7.30 PM: Networking \nEvent locations \nBrisbane \nEngineers Australia Hawken Auditorium\nLevel 9\, 340 Adelaide Street\, Brisbane QLD \nMelbourne (speakers presenting live from this location) \nWhite & Case \nLevel 32\, Rialto Towers \n525 Collins Street\, Melbourne VIC \nSydney \nEngineers Australia Harricks Auditorium\nMezzanine Level\, 44 Market Street\, Sydney NSW
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/ats-50th-celebrations-legends-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:Victoria
CATEGORIES:New South Wales,Online,Queensland,South Australia,Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220331T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220331T190000
DTSTAMP:20220321T035035Z
CREATED:20220317T052749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220321T035035Z
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SUMMARY:Tunnel systems: three decades of Australian tunnel systems operation stall and axial fan parallel operation
DESCRIPTION:This event will be held online and in-person (Sydney\, Melbourne\, Brisbane). \nPresentation outline\nThis is the first technical session of the ATS Tunnel Systems Group. This technical session will be in three parts. \nPART 1\nThree Decades of Australian Tunnel Systems Operation Bob Allen\, General Manager Sydney Harbour Tunnel. Bob’s 30 years operating then managing SHT means that he has had a hand in almost the complete lifecycle of a tunnel\, missing only tunnel decommissioning. His insights on maintenance\, systems upgrading\, and process improvement are built over three major systems upgrade cycles\, understanding the approaches\, what is important and what works well. Through those 30 years\, societal approaches to safety have also moved on\, and SHT has been a leader in the change in tunnel operations\, driven in no small part by Bob. \nBob will lead us through some of the changes that have been made to SHT in tunnel systems\, operations\, and operational safety\, drawing lessons where applicable for road tunnels more generally. \nPART 2 \nLee Brown will discuss Stall & Axial Fan Parallel Operation. Lee has been to be involved with the majority of major Australian and New Zealand Road and Metro Tunnel infrastructure projects. Directly involved with the design and supply of Jet & Axial Fans\, Fire Dampers and Sound Attenuation. \nPART 3 \nThe technical session will Finish with an Update from Conrad Stacey on the AS4825 work of ATS the update of the Tunnel Fire Design Standard \nLocation\nThis event will be held in multiple locations: \n\nSydney: Aurecon Office\, Level 5\, 116 Military Road\, Neutral Bay\, NSW\nArrival and registration 5.00pm AEDT\nBrisbane: Stacey Agnew Office\, Unit 4\, 35 Limestone Street\, Darra\, QLD\nArrival and registration 4.00pm AEST\nMelbourne: Engineers Australia\, Level 31\, 600 Bourke Street\, Melbourne VIC\nArrival and registration 5.00pm AEDT\n\nImportant note: CPD records cannot be automatically recorded for this event and will need to be recorded by participants. \nSpeakers\nBob Allen\nGeneral Manager Sydney Harbour Tunnel\nBob started as a tunnel controller three months prior to the opening of Sydney Harbour Tunnel in August 1992\, becoming Operations Manager in August 1993. At the end of the concession period in August 2022\, Bob will finish up with the Sydney Harbour Tunnel Company\, having spent the last 23 years as its General Manager. Bob’s leadership within the tunnel community was instrumental in starting the Australian Tunnel Operators Group and in formalising training and qualification of tunnel operators. Bob’s initiatives on tunnel operations and safety come up in many conversations in the tunnel community\, with his philosophies and knowledge on tunnel operation and safety recognised internationally. \nLee Brown\nTunnel & Metro – Business Manager\nInvolved with ventilation for nearly 25 years\, with companies Fan Systems UK\, Witt & Sohn Germany\, Fantech Australia and more recently as Director of TROX Australia. Since moving to Australia\, Lee has been to be involved with the majority of major Australian and New Zealand Road and Metro Tunnel infrastructure projects. He is directly involved with the design and supply of Jet & Axial Fans\, Fire Dampers and Sound Attenuation\, with his first project being the Auckland Waterview Tunnel supplying the complete ventilation solution of Jet Fans\, Axial Fans\, Fire Dampers\, Sound Attenuation and transition ducts. \nConrad Stacey\nDirector Stacey Agnew\nConrad is the director of Stacey Agnew experienced in Tunnel Fire life safety and ventilation. Conrad is leading the ATS AS4825 working group
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/tunnel-systems-three-decades-of-australian-tunnel-systems-operation-stall-and-axial-fan-parallel-operation/
LOCATION:Victoria
CATEGORIES:New South Wales,Online,Queensland,Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210428T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210428T183000
DTSTAMP:20210414T105627Z
CREATED:20210407T054700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210414T105627Z
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SUMMARY:ATS WEBINAR - The Kitanomine Tunnel: A SEM Case Study
DESCRIPTION:Join the Australian Tunnelling Society Victoria Division for a presentation by Kensuke Date on the challenges faced in using the Water-tight Sequential Excavation Method (SEM) for Tunnel Construction with Difficult Ground Conditions in the construction of the Kitanomine Tunnel. \nThe Kitanomine Tunnel is a 2928 m long tunnel in Furano City\, as part of the Asahikawa-Tokachi Road running N-S in central Hokkaido\, Japan. The sequential excavation method (SEM) was used for the watertight tunnel construction.  However\, the geology of the Kitanomine Tunnel mainly comprised of mudstone\, welded tuff and alluvial fan deposits\, causing additional challenges for construction. The area was also rich in water resources and the alluvial fan deposits were found to be predominantly throughout the tunnel alignment with an identified active fault crossing the alignment. Effective grouting around the tunnel to mitigate the environmental impact was also a remarkable feature of the project. \nThe presentation by Kensuke will address the following: \n\nGeological challenges that were faced in implementing the tunnelling plan\nTunnel excavation and support strategies implemented\, including the use of tanked sections\nGrouting techniques which were developed for water tightness in rock\nImplementation of Field Testing to prove the effectiveness of the ground improvement\nGroundwater recovery after the tunnel excavation\n\nKeynote Speaker\nKensuke Date\nDeputy General Manager\,Kajima Technical Research \n \nKensuke Date has 25+ years of experience in Tunnelling and geotechnical engineering. He graduated from the University of Tokyo and then has worked for Kajima Corporation\, one of the largest construction companies in Japan. He has published a lot of peer-reviewed papers on tunnelling in journals and international conferences. He has served as a tunnelling specialist and design manager in challenging projects\, including the Kitanomine tunnel passing through an artesian aquifer with watertight tunnel support. \nKensuke is currently working at Kajima Technical Research Institute in Singapore as Deputy General Manager.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/ats-webinar-the-kitanomine-tunnel-a-sem-case-study/
LOCATION:Victoria
CATEGORIES:Online,Victoria,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20201119T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20201119T170000
DTSTAMP:20201110T034606Z
CREATED:20201110T034249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201110T034606Z
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SUMMARY:ATS WEBINAR - Tunnelling Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please click here for a flyer invitation to the “Tunnelling Webinar” which will be held on the following dates: \n\nThursday\, 19 November at 5:00pm AEDT\nThursday\, 26 November at 5:00pm AEDT\n\nThe speakers include: \n\nRichard Buckingham – Victorian Chair\, Australian Tunnelling Society\nPeter Chamley – CEO\, Arup Australiasia\nRichard Graham – Project Director\, SI-NRW JV\, Forrestfield Airport Link\nPaul Thomas – Deputy Director\, Road Projects Victoria\, Tunnels and Stations\nDavid Gibson – CEO\, DGA Group
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/ats-webinar-tunnelling-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Victoria,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20200610T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20200610T193000
DTSTAMP:20200517T225545Z
CREATED:20200517T225545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200517T225545Z
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SUMMARY:Modelling for ground conditions and BIM tunnel design in the Melbourne Formation
DESCRIPTION:Join the Australian Tunnelling Society and the Australian Geomechanics Society to hear about the Melbourne Formation and applications of BIM in tunnel design. \nModelling incorporates computer-based systems such as BIM and working simplifications of geological conditions. At this session\, speakers will outline the geological conditions typical of the Melbourne Formation and the way these conditions can be simplified into a working model. The use of Building Information Modelling (BIM) in tunnelling will also be presented through the work of an RMIT Masters student who is currently completing a one-year research project on the application of BIM in tunnelling. \nSpeakers\n \nJohn Smith | Associate Professor\, Discipline Leader\, Geotechnical & Infrastructure Engineering\, RMIT University \nJohn V. Smith has 28 years’ experience in teaching and research in science and engineering at universities in Australia and Japan. His research has been funded by a range of sources including the Australian Research Council. From 2008 to 2013 John worked as principal consultant at Coffey International. John is currently Discipline Leader\, Geotechnical & Infrastructure Engineering in the School of Engineering. John continues his involvement in engineering industry as a Fellow of the College of Civil Engineers and as a Chartered Professional Engineer with Engineers Australia. \n  \n  \n \nYijian Fan | Student\, MEng Civil\, RMIT University \nYijian is a graduate student in RMIT\, holding BSc and ME degrees. He focuses on the development of ground models using BIM techniques under the guidance of Dr Smith.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/modelling-for-ground-conditions-and-bim-tunnel-design-in-the-melbourne-formation/
LOCATION:Victoria
CATEGORIES:Victoria,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20200325T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20200325T200000
DTSTAMP:20200305T065212Z
CREATED:20200304T202421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200305T065212Z
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SUMMARY:ATS VIC - North East Link-The biggest road transport project in Victoria’s History
DESCRIPTION:North East Link will finally fix the missing link in Melbourne’s freeway network. The project will deliver a massive upgrade to the Eastern Freeway\, Melbourne’s first dedicated busway and more than 25 km of new and upgraded walking and cycling paths. \nVictoria’s biggest road infrastructure project includes that state’s longest road tunnels\, travelling for six kilometres\, protecting sensitive environmental and residential areas. \nFive new interchanges will connect the tunnels with the Eastern Freeway and other major arterial roads\, with the project slashing travel times by up to 35 minutes and taking 15\,000 trucks off local roads. \nMalcolm Short and Evan Stamatopoulos will talk through the state’s Reference Design\, focussing on the tunnels\, as well as discussing the key drivers and benefits for the project and the key project milestones. \n  \nSpeaker Information  \nMalcolm Short \nMalcolm Short is Director – Engineering for the North East Link Project (NELP) and is a Chartered Engineer\, Eng Exec and a Fellow of Engineers Australia. Prior to joining NELP in late 2017 he has had almost 40 years’ experience in roles with contractors and consultants working in Australia\, New Zealand\, the UK\, South East Asia and the Far East. \nMalcolm has had extensive involvement in major transport infrastructure projects including road\, rail\, tunnels and bridges and is currently working in the transaction team for procuring the main Public Private Partnership contract for the project. \n  \nEvan Stamatopoulos \nEvan Stamatopoulos is Principal Project Specialist – Tunnelling\, for the North East Link Project. Evan is a Chartered Professional Engineer and a Member of Engineers Australia\, with 37 years of professional experience as a civil engineer. The majority of Evan’s experience is in the tunnelling field. He has worked on tunnelling projects in Australia\, New Zealand\, South East Asia and Europe and is currently working in the transaction team for procuring the main Public Private Partnership contract for the project. \n \n  \nSponsor
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/ats-vic-north-east-link-the-biggest-road-transport-project-in-victorias-history/
LOCATION:Engineers Australia\, Vic Division\, Lvl 31\, 600 Bourke Street\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victoria
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