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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260414T210000
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DTSTAMP:20260417T191611
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SUMMARY:ITA Lecture - Immersed tunnels as an innovative solution
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThis instalment of the Lunchtime lecture series will focus on ‘Immersed tunnels as an innovative solution’. The session is in collaboration with ITA AITES WG11. \nThe episode will feature three parts and will finish with a Q&A with all speakers. It will begin at 13:00 CEST (9pm AEST). \n\nIntroduction to immersed tunnels – Marcel ‘t Hart\nFirst immersed tunnel in the Middle East; Khor Al‑Zubair tunnel – Martijn Smitt\nWeserquerung\, a challenging river crossing – Jens Classen\n\nFollowing the three presentations there will be time for Q&A with the presenters \nThe ITA lecture series remains free and open to all. For all those that cannot join ‘live’ online\, please register and you will receive a link to stream the episode after the event – this link will be valid for four weeks. After these four weeks\, anyone wanting to watch the episode can do so by registering for the episode on the ITA website\, but there will be a small fee to watch. \nRegister for the event here: https://www.itacet.org/session/lunchtime-lecture-series55/
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/ita-lecture-immersed-tunnels-as-an-innovative-solution/
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260226T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260226T183000
DTSTAMP:20260417T191611
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SUMMARY:High speed rail tunnel aerodynamics
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThe webinar will focus on the aerodynamic phenomena and effects associated with the high-speed passage of a train through a tunnel. We will begin by describing the pressure waves generated as a high-speed train enters a tunnel\, passes through changes in tunnel geometry\, crosses another train and exits the tunnel. Their generation\, propagation\, reflection\, and transmission will be discussed. Airflow patterns induced inside the tunnel\, influenced by blockage ratio\, tunnel geometry and train speed\, will also be presented. \nIn the second part\, we will examine the impact of these pressure waves on passenger tympanic comfort and safety\, both on the platforms of underground stations and on board high-speed trains. Their effects on tunnel equipment\, such as ventilation systems and platform screen doors\, as well as on the trains themselves\, will also be addressed. Finally\, we will discuss aerodynamic drag and the factors that help reduce it\, including the construction of pressure relief shafts or the creation of a partial air vacuum. \nThis will lead us to conclude with a brief exploration of the hyperloop concept. The presentation will be supported by experimental results and numerical simulations based on real world case studies. \nLearning outcomes\nIn this event\, you will: \n\nhave an appreciation of the aerodynamic challenges experienced in a high-speed rail tunnel environment and what measures should be taken during the design and construction of such systems\nobtain a good overview of different systems that are affected and will give the audience a general understanding of the problem.\n\nProgram\n\n5.30 pm AEDT: Presentation begins\n6.30 pm AEDT: Presentation ends\n\nAbout the speakers\n\n\n\nMichele Mossi\nPresident\, CEO and Founder\, GESTE\n\nMichele Mossi (born 1970) is a physicist and engineer who graduated from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne (EPFL)\, where he also earned a PhD in aerodynamics. He is the founding CEO of GESTE Engineering\, an engineering consultancy specializing in railway technology and safety. He specializes in aerodynamics\, ventilation\, and safety. As a consulting engineer and project director\, he has contributed to numerous projects in these fields for railway\, metro\, road\, and river tunnels across Europe\, the United Arab Emirates\, and the United States. He is also an expert in hyperloop system.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPaolo Molteni\nProject Manager – Business Unit Manager FLOWS\, GESTE\n\nPaolo Molteni (1971)\, an aerospace engineer and PhD graduate from the Politecnico di Milano\, is a consulting engineer specialized in ventilation\, aerodynamics\, thermal engineering\, and pedestrian flows. He has specific training in computational fluid dynamics and is an expert in numerical simulation and computation (CFD). He is the Head of the FLOWS Business Unit (aerodynamics\, thermal engineering\, ventilation\, and flows) at GESTE Engineering. He has carried out numerous projects involving the ventilation of metro tunnels\, road and railway tunnels\, as well as stations and buildings open to the public. He is the main developer of the 1D calculation software TNT\, designed for the simulation of unsteady\, compressible\, and non-isothermal flows in complex tunnel networks.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/high-speed-rail-tunnel-aerodynamics/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Register via the link to join!
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251120T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251120T200000
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CREATED:20251103T022844Z
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SUMMARY:Cavidrain in Tunnels: 25 Years of International Service
DESCRIPTION:Exploring advancements in tunnel drainage design and construction through international case studies from Australia\, Hong Kong\, and the UK.\nOverview\nThis session explores the evolution of tunnel drainage systems over the past twenty-five years\, focusing on modern approaches that improve drainage efficiency\, durability\, and constructability. Participants will gain insights into how design innovations and material advancements have addressed common challenges such as precipitate deposition\, maintenance access\, and cost efficiency. Drawing on case studies from major projects in Australia\, Hong Kong\, and the United Kingdom\, the presentation will highlight lessons learned and best practices in developing reliable and sustainable tunnel drainage solutions. Attendees will also learn about the performance outcomes achieved through alternative drainage layer designs and construction methods. \nLearning Outcomes\nBy attending this session\, participants will: \n1. Develop an understanding of innovative approaches to tunnel drainage design and how these differ from traditional methods. \n2. Learn from international case studies illustrating successful implementation and long-term performance. \n3. Understand key design and construction considerations\, including practical dos and don’ts derived from field experience. \nSpeakers\nRichard Clarke \nSector Manager – Rail and Tunnels\, ABG \n \nRichard spent the first thirty years of his professional career working for several consultants and operators designing\, building and operating UK landfill sites. He gained experience of using a variety of geosynthetic and geocomposite products in addition to boulder clay\, marl\, coal shale and bentonite-enhanced sand primary liners. He later transferred into brownfield remediation overseeing the construction and testing of earthworks\, piling mats and crane pads before a move across to ABG where his practical experience is being brought to bear as Sector Manager for both Tunnels (worldwide) and Rail (UK). \n  \nGoran Erak \nDirector of Civil Engineering\, ABG Geosynthetics \n \nGoran is a civil engineer with 33 years of experience in the UK\, Europe\, Africa and Middle East\, working on a number of challenging projects within a variety of sectors\, including environmental\, tunnels\, highways\, rail\, water\, mining\, structural and residential. He’s responsible for the ABG Geosynthetics Civils division globally\, including monitoring design output for specific projects in this sector and dealing with civil engineering consultancies\, contractors\, government organisations and coordinating research projects with universities. He is also responsible for providing specialist geosynthetic design solutions on unusual or difficult civil engineering Applications as well as managing research and development projects for advanced geosynthetic applications.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/cavidrain-in-tunnels-25-years-of-international-service/
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251014T220000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251014T233000
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CREATED:20250930T052745Z
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SUMMARY:ITA Lecture - Pushing the limits in urban conventional tunnelling
DESCRIPTION:Upcoming lecture \nDate: Tuesday 14th October 2025 \nTime: 13:00 – 14:30 CET / 22:00 – 23:30 AEDT (online presentation) \nDuration: 1 ½ hours \nTopic: Pushing the limits in urban conventional tunnelling \nThis instalment of the Lunchtime lecture series will focus on Pushing the limits in urban conventional tunnelling in collaboration with ITA AITES WG19. \nThe episode will feature three lectures and will finish with a Q&A with all speakers\, links below to the speaker bios. The lecture will begin at 13:00 CET. \n\nIntroduction to the new guideline for the conventional tunnelling in an urban setting – Etienne Garin\nCase study – Vojtech Gall\nCase study – Robert Galler\n\nFollowing the three presentations there will be time for Q&A with the presenters \nThe Lunchtime lecture series remains free and open to all. For all those that cannot join ‘live’ online\, please register and you will receive a link to stream the episode after the event – this link will be valid for four weeks now \nRegister for the events here:  Lunchtime lecture series#49 – ITACET \n 
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/ita-lecture-pushing-the-limits-in-urban-conventional-tunnelling/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250925T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250925T183000
DTSTAMP:20260417T191611
CREATED:20250910T021719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T025357Z
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SUMMARY:Tunnelling in Barcelona Line 9: Final Stage
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThis webinar explores the final phase of Barcelona Metro Line 9\, where engineers faced the unique challenge of restarting a tunnel boring machine (TBM) after it had been stored underground for a decade. The presentation highlights how the team successfully refurbished critical TBM components\, resumed excavation through 2.1 km of hard granodiorite using EPB technology\, and prepared for the project’s most complex stretch\, a 1.6 km drive under high-pressure and heterogeneous ground conditions.  Participants will gain insights into ground conditioning\, TBM modifications\, predictive maintenance strategies\, and the technical solutions that enabled excavation to continue safely and efficiently beneath one of Europe’s most complex urban environments. \nLearning outcomes:\nBy attending this webinar\, you will be able to: \n\nUnderstand the refurbishment process required to reactivate a TBM after a decade-long shutdown\, including underground component replacement and upgrades.\nEvaluate excavation strategies for operating EPB technology in hard and abrasive rock\, with focus on cutterhead design\, screw conveyor management\, and wear mitigation.\nApply predictive and data-driven maintenance principles to optimize TBM performance\, extend component life\, and ensure operational safety.\nAnticipate engineering adaptations for tunneling in complex mixed-face and high-pressure conditions\, including the use of hybrid cutterhead designs and main drive system upgrades.\n\nProgram timeline:\n\n5:30pm AEST: Presentation commences\n6:30pm AEST: Presentation concludes\n\nSpeakers:\n\nNestor Rubiralta\nTYLin Europe-Latam Line 9 TBM Tunnell\, Tunnelling Department Director\n\nNéstor Rubiralta\, tunnel engineer with over 20 years of international experience in metro\, road\, water\, and hydropower projects. Began as TBM Operations Supervisor on Barcelona Metro Line 9 before managing tunnel construction with Acciona and participating in design-and-build tendering for large-scale projects in Australia\, including East West Link Melbourne\, WestConnex Sydney\, and Forrestfield Airport Link Perth. Also worked as a global consultant with Tunnelconsult\, integrating contractor experience into design for constructability and efficiency. Currently serves as Tunnelling Department Director at TYLin Europe-Latam and Technical Director for Line 9 TBM tunnel for the last pending stretch. \n  \n\n\nFélix Dominguez\nBarcelona Metro Line 9 TBM Tunnel\, Assistant Director\n\nFélix Domínguez Mayans has over ten years of experience in tunnel engineering\, participating in a wide range of mechanized tunnelling projects worldwide. Since 2022\, he has been part of the construction site management team for Line 9\, serving as Assistant to the L9 Tunnel Director. Félix brings hands-on expertise from diverse tunnelling environments\, combining technical knowledge with practical site experience. He is also an active member of AETOS Young Members\, contributing to the professional development and networking within the tunnelling community. His career reflects a commitment to advancing tunnelling practices through collaboration and innovation.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/tunnelling-in-barcelona-line-9-final-stage/
LOCATION:Webinar – Online only
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250924T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250924T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T191611
CREATED:20250903T060422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T012311Z
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SUMMARY:The Interview Edge: Job Search Insights - Learning and Development Forum
DESCRIPTION:Overview:\nJoin us for an informative learning and development forum that combines expert insights to help you build a stronger professional presence. Hosted by Patricia Kaziro\, Director of Impact Business School\, with guest speaker Craig Hiscock\, Technical Director – Global Fire Safety\, Engineering & Design at Sener\, this forum will be packed with valuable information specifically tailored for the tunnelling industry. \nThis event is open to the public including students and people seeking new employment opportunities. Come for an afternoon of professional growth\, networking\, and learning how to effectively market yourself. \nLearning outcomes:\n\nDefine Your Professional Brand: Learn how to identify and articulate your unique skills\, experiences\, and professional value to communicate your value in a new role.\nOptimise Your Professional Profile: Find out how to showcase your expertise and project experience and overcome common barriers in the Australian job market.\nAce the Interview: Gain a comprehensive understanding of crucial interview do’s and don’ts. This includes preparing for common questions\, effectively communicating your achievements and potential\, and avoiding common interview mistakes.\n\nSpeakers:\n \nPatricia Kaziro – Host \nDirector of Impact Business School \n  \n \nCraig Hiscock – Guest Speaker \nTechnical Director – Global Fire Safety\, Engineering & Design at Sener \nCraig has over 35 years’ experience in the fire engineering\, fire protection and fire safety industries. Craig has a high level of expertise\, comprehensive knowledge of\, and the ability to apply\, fire engineering concepts\, principles and methodologies related to tunnel\, building and structural fire safety. \nWith a constructor’s background and designer’s outlook paired with client-side experience\, Craig has been Fire Safety and M&E Design Lead for numerous major infrastructure projects in New Zealand\, Australia and other international jurisdictions. Craig’s success is partly drawn from his extensive expertise\, and from his ability to get buy-in from the right people to spread ownership and responsibility to take a project forward. \nThrough his background\, experience\, qualifications and ability to operate across a range of key stakeholder categories\, Craig has strongly contributed to several successful major infrastructure projects throughout Australia\, New Zealand and other international jurisdictions respectively. This has earned him the reputation of being a critical link between a project delivery team\, client and key stakeholder such as emergency services agencies \nSpecialties:\n– Transport fire safety including road\, rail and bus tunnels.\n– Heavy rail surface and elevated stations and elevated trackways.\n– Commercial and Industrial building fire safety.\n– Power infrastructure and mining fire safety.\n– Risk analysis
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/the-interview-edge-job-search-insights/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250717T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250717T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T191611
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SUMMARY:ATSymx BTSym: Underground Power: Pumped Hydro Developments in the UK and Australia
DESCRIPTION:Event Overview\nThe Australian Tunnelling Society Young Members (ATSym) and the British Tunnelling Society Young Members (BTSym) are proud to host their first-ever joint international event\, uniting early-career professionals from opposite sides of the globe for a shared discussion on one of the most critical energy transition technologies: pumped hydro. \nWith pumped storage schemes gaining momentum as a key enabler of large-scale renewable energy storage\, this technical session will explore two major projects shaping the underground infrastructure landscape in their respective regions. \nJoin us for an engaging and collaborative session as we learn from each other’s challenges and achievements in delivering complex underground works for pumped hydro storage. \nThis is a rare opportunity to hear directly from professionals on two of the world’s most significant pumped hydro developments – don’t miss it. \nNOTE: If you are based in Sydney\, please consider attending in person from 6PM. It will be great opportunity for a catch up with colleagues and networking with new contacts.  \nWho Should Attend\nThis event is ideal for: \n\nYoung professionals and students in tunnelling\, geotechnical\, civil\, and hydro engineering\nEngineers and project managers working on energy infrastructure\nThose interested in large-scale underground construction and global perspectives on energy transition\nATS and BTS members and the wider tunnelling community\n\nEvent Agenda\n\nWelcome and Opening – ATSym\nIntroduction to BTSym\nBTSym Presentation: Tobias Bisenberger & Aitor Perez Suescun\nATSym Presentation: Igor Buvac & Sean Edwards\nJoint Q&A and Closing Remarks\n\nSpeakers – United Kingdom\n \nTobias Bisenberger\nConstruction Manager – Tunnels\, STRABAG\nTobias studied Civil Engineering in Vienna and completed his PhD in Mechanised Tunnelling\, focusing on contract models dealing with deviating construction timelines. He joined STRABAG in 2021 and has been involved in Pumped Storage Hydro schemes in the UK since 2022. Based in Vienna\, Tobias supports UK projects on a rotational basis\, contributing his tunnelling expertise to energy infrastructure. \n\nAitor Perez Suescun\nSenior Project Manager – Dams\, STRABAG\nAitor is a passionate civil engineer with over 12 years of global experience in ground engineering and dam construction. Having studied in Spain and Denmark\, he has worked across five countries and now resides in London\, UK. Aitor brings a deep understanding of multidisciplinary civil infrastructure delivery in complex environments. \nUK Presentation Overview\nThe presentation will outline the UK government’s “Clean Power 2030” action plan and its implications for pumped hydro development. Aitor and Tobias will provide an overview of the UK’s pipeline of pumped storage schemes and present a case study from the Scottish Highlands. The project\, supported by STRABAG\, involves optimising the reference design’s underground structures and represents a key step in the UK’s clean energy future. \nSpeakers – Australia\n \nIgor Buvac\nExperienced Engineer – Tunnels\, SMEC \nIgor is a Civil Engineer with over 5 years of experience across major infrastructure projects. He holds degrees from UNSW in Civil Engineering and Geotechnical Engineering. Igor has been a central part of the Snowy 2.0 Owner’s Team for over three years\, working across design\, TBM operations\, grouting\, and permanent linings. \n\nSean Edwards\nGraduate Engineer – Tunnels\, SMEC \nSean is a Graduate Engineer from Western Sydney University\, with hands-on experience in TBM and drill-and-blast tunnelling\, segmental linings\, caverns\, and intake shafts. He has contributed to automation and modelling tools using RS3\, FLAC\, and Strand7\, and brings a strong interdisciplinary approach to underground engineering and data-driven design. \nAustralia Presentation Overview\nSnowy 2.0 is Australia’s largest renewable energy project\, adding 2\,200 MW of pumped hydro capacity and deep energy storage to support the national transition to renewables. The presentation will provide a project update and technical insights into the construction of over 40km of underground works\, including a cavern complex 800m below ground. Igor and Sean will share lessons learned from design\, construction\, and coordination within one of Australia’s most iconic infrastructure projects.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/atsymx-btsym-underground-power-pumped-hydro-developments-in-the-uk-and-australia/
LOCATION:Webinar and IN PERSON at SMEC in Sydney\, Level 7\, 40 Mount Street\, North Sydney\, NSW\, 2060\, Australia
CATEGORIES:National,New South Wales,Online,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250708T220000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250708T233000
DTSTAMP:20260417T191611
CREATED:20250620T041011Z
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SUMMARY:ITA Lecture - Design of fibre reinforced segments
DESCRIPTION:This instalment of the ITA lecture series will focus on Design of fibre reinforced segments in collaboration with ITA AITES ITAtech. \nThe episode will feature three lectures\, including one by ATS member Dr David Oliviera\, and will finish with a Q&A with all speakers. It will begin at 13:00 CET. \n\nDesign and construction considerations for FRC tunnel segments – Verya Nasri\nDesign of fibre reinforced segments against concrete bursting and splitting – David Oliveira\nThe Lee Tunnel – Steel fibre segmental lining and other innovations – Charles Allen\n\nFollowing the three presentations there will be time for Q&A with the presenters \nThe Lunchtime lecture series remains free and open to all. For all those that cannot join ‘live’ online\, please register and you will receive a link to stream the episode after the event – this link will be valid for 24 hours only. After these 24 hours\, anyone wanting to watch the episode can do so by registering for the episode on the ITA website\, but there will be a small fee to watch.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/ita-lecture-design-of-fibre-reinforced-segments/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250701T050000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250701T180000
DTSTAMP:20260417T191611
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SUMMARY:Early Career CPD: shaping the future of tunnelling
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThe tunnelling industry in Australia is experiencing significant growth\, and as an early career engineer\, now is the perfect time to build a comprehensive understanding of what this sector involves. This session invites three experienced professionals from the tunnelling sector\, each at different career stages\, to provide their perspective on entering the industry; highlighting the challenges they’ve faced\, the skills they’ve developed\, and the invaluable lessons they’ve learned along the way. From graduating into the industry to managing complex projects\, you’ll hear about their real-world experiences and the strategies they used to overcome obstacles and thrive in this sector. \nThis session will support young engineers in developing a strong foundation of knowledge for the sector. Attendees will gain practical advice based on lived experiences\, develop an understanding of the future trends in the industry and learn what opportunities lie ahead as the sector continues to evolve. \nWho should attend?\nThis webinar is suited to young engineers looking to develop an understanding of the tunnelling sector and gain from industry experiences. \nEvent series\nThis webinar is part of the Young Engineers Australia (YEA) Early Career CPD series. Events will take place on the following dates: \n\nThursday 29 May 2025\, 1.00 pm – 1.45 pm AEST\, In the Works: sharing stories of skills in practise\nTuesday 3 June 2025\, 5.00 pm – 6.00 pm AEST\, Early Career CPD: innovative engineering – problem solving in high pressure environments\n\nPrevious sessions in this series are available on EA OnDemand. \nLearning outcomes\nIn this presentation\, you will: \n\nLearn key lessons from the early stages of a tunnelling career.\nDiscover effective pathways to building a successful career in tunnelling.\nGain insights into emerging opportunities and future trends in the tunnelling industry.\n\nAbout the speakers\nDejan Devrnja MIEAust\nSenior Design Coordinator – Tunnels\, CPB\nDejan completed his Masters of Engineering\, Civil\, from the University of Melbourne and was awarded the Kinsman Studentship Award. He is currently employed as a Senior Design Coordinator – Tunnels for CPB Contractors at Suburban Connect Consortium (CPB Acciona Ghella) on Suburban Rail Loop Work Package C.\n\n\n\nRomy Wolstencroft GradIEAust\nGraduate Engineer\, GHD\nRomy completed her Bachelor of Engineering with first class honours\, from Queensland University of Technology\, and is currently employed as a graduate tunnel engineer at GHD. Romy loves gaining experience in the Engineering field of either civil\, structural or environmental\, learning new skills and applying her current knowledge to make an impact on the world.\n\n\n\n\nAaron Lippett MIEAust\nLead Engineer\, Aurecon\nAaron is a lead tunnel engineer with experience in the design and construction of major tunnel projects. Aaron bridges the gap between technical and managerial leadership\, working directly with clients to develop coordinated and constructible solutions to technical project issues. Aaron is known for his extended contributions on major projects\, often serving through the full project life-cycle from design to construction and completions. Aaron serves as the current ATS Young Members Secretary and NSW Events Coordinator. He is part of the ATS Tunnel Guidelines Working Group as the primary author the analytical and numerical methods chapters.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/early-career-cpd-shaping-the-future-of-tunnelling/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250527T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250527T190000
DTSTAMP:20260417T191611
CREATED:20250505T021210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T033353Z
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SUMMARY:Design and Construction of Alkimos Seawater Desalination Project
DESCRIPTION:Details\nOverview \nThe Australian Tunnelling Society (ATS)\, Australian Geomechanics Society (AGS)\, Australian Society of Trenchless Technology (ASTT) and Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) invite you to an evening of knowledge sharing\, Q&A\, and networking. \nEvent Synopsis \nThe first stage of the Alkimos Seawater Desalination Plant (ASDP) is currently under construction by an alliance between Water Corporation\, Acciona\, and Jacobs. The plant is designed to produce 50 Gigalitres per annum\, with provision to extend to 100 gigalitres per annum in the future. Enabling earthworks to prepare the site for construction commenced in late 2023\, and works on the plant and associated infrastructure began in mid-2024. First water production is planned for 2028. \nThe offshore works include possibly the world’s largest secant piled peanut shaft that combines TBM launch and the permanent outfall chamber and intake pumping station.  The intake and outfall tunnels are designed for significant internal pressures\, and will be connected to intake and outfall structures on the sea bed via risers that are constructed in highly permeable soils. \nThis presentation will explain why the plant is needed to reduce dependence on rainfall and groundwater with a growing population. It gives an overview of the desalination process and the plant itself\, and the resulting demands for the seawater intake and brine outfall\, which are sized for the final 100 gigalitre per annum plant. The considerations that went into siting the intakes and outfalls in a highly environmentally sensitive location will be outlined\, how the resulting design process drove the need for the 2.6 km intake and 4 km outfall tunnels\, and the complex process of securing environmental approvals. It will also describe how the intake and outfall solutions on the sea bed minimise the impact to flora and fauna. \nThe presentation will then look at some of the challenges in designing and constructing the intake and outfall systems in a complex geotechnical setting that comprises highly variable Tamala Limestone and Ascot formations. This includes a description of the all the outfall structures and the tunnel boring machine selection for the highly variable ground conditions and high water pressures. \nEvent activities \nNetworking and refreshments \nPresentation \nNetworking and refreshments \nSpeakers \nAnthony Harding \nTechnical Director-Tunnels\, Jacobs \nAnthony Harding is Jacobs Global Principal for Tunnel Engineering. He gained a degree and PhD from Edinburgh University\, and has worked on a wide range of tunnel projects\, covering transportation\, water\, and power markets\, usually within multidisciplinary design-build environments\, frequently taking senior technical and design leadership roles. Anthony is Jacobs Global Principal for Tunnel Engineering\, and is currently the offshore design manage for the Alkimos Seawater Desalination Plant\, working within the Alkimos Seawater Alliance (ASWA). \n  \nDamon Howes \nSenior Principal Engineer\, Water Corporation \n\n\nDamon Howes is Senior Principal Engineer\, Special Projects at Water Corporation.  Damon is a Chemical Engineer with 30 years of experience designing\, commissioning\, optimising and operating Water Industry assets.  He has worked in consulting roles and with Water Corporation having led multidiscipline engineering teams on several Alliances and EPCM contracts.  He is currently Water Corporation’s Design Manager for the Alkimos Seawater Desalination Plant\, working within the Alkimos Seawater Alliance (ASWA).
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/design-and-construction-of-alkimos-seawater-desalination-project/
LOCATION:The Shoe Bar\, Yagan Square\, William Street\, Perth\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar,Western Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250428T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250428T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T191611
CREATED:20250415T233302Z
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SUMMARY:Preparing Citylink for Integration with Westgate Tunnel Project
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a hybrid event: Preparing Citylink for Integration with Westgate Tunnel Project \nOverview\nOn completion of the West Gate Tunnel (WGT) Project\, together with CityLink\, Transurban’s integrated road network in Victoria will be operable from a single primary location. \nDiscover how one of our largest infrastructure projects is being seamlessly integrated\, while maintaining the Customer Experience\, Functional Resilience\, and Business Continuity that we provide on Victoria’s most heavily trafficked road corridors. \nThis presentation will provide insight into our associated strategy\, risk landscape\, integration sequencing and operational readiness. \nRegistrations are essential \nTimings\nIn person: 5.30-7.30 AEST \nOnline: 6:00pm-7:00pm AEST \nProgram\n5.30 pm – 6.00 pm AEST Networking (catering provided)\n6.00 pm – 7.00 pm AEST Presentation\n7.30 pm – AEST Event concludes \n Speaker \n \nSimon Irving \nEngineering Manager\, MIEAust NER MIMechE CEng \nSIrving@Transurban.com \nwww.linkedin.com/in/simontirving \nSimon Irving is an Engineering Manager at Transurban. A recognised Strategic Leader\, Chartered Professional Engineer and certified Project Manager\, Simon has 20 years’ international experience in Engineering Leadership\, Project Delivery\, and Asset Management of large-scale\, complex\, and critical infrastructure. \nSimon has spent the majority of his career in Australia\, as well as stints in Europe\, China and the Middle East\, with a focus on delivery\, integration\, and operations of multi-disciplinary engineering solutions in metallurgy\, materials handling\, and transport industries. \nEvent Sponsor\nTunnel and Civil Constructability Consulting
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/preparing-citylink-for-integration-with-westgate-tunnel-project/
LOCATION:Aurecon\, Level 8\, 850 Collins Street\, Docklands\, VIC\, 3008
CATEGORIES:Hybrid,Victoria,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250409T230000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250409T230000
DTSTAMP:20260417T191611
CREATED:20250331T024002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T024148Z
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SUMMARY:ITA WG-23 Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Abstract\nAFTES working group 28 has published 2 recommendations regarding shafts design and construction. These recommendations cover deep shafts and shallow shafts\, in order to give the tools for a better understanding of shaft construction projects and the different considerations associated with these structures. The presentation will give a detailed overview of the content of these texts. \nPresented by: Mr. Clément Gaudry\nClément Gaudry is a Project Manager at Arcadis. He has been involved in several shafts design and construction projects\, including the French deep geological nuclear waste disposal project – 5 deep shafts (>500 m depth)\, Grand Paris Express Line 18 – 4 security shafts (25 to 50 m depth)\, and a utility gallery for the Olympic Village (St Denis) – 2 access shafts (20 to 55 m depth\, including one elliptical shaft). He has been actively involved in AFTES and the working Group 28 for 10 years and has recently joined the ITA Working Group 23. As a young professional\, he is part of AFTES Young Members as an event coordinator to promote underground works and sharing knowledge to the new generation of engineers. \nTo join this free Webinar please use the following link from PC\, Mac\, Linux\, iOS or Android:\nhttps://mines.zoom.us/j/95492304262
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/ita-wg-23-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250211T230000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250212T003000
DTSTAMP:20260417T191611
CREATED:20250210T022112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T022156Z
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SUMMARY:ITA Lecture Series   #43 - Contractual tools for good project management
DESCRIPTION:This instalment of the Lunchtime lecture series will focus on contractual tools for good project management. This episode will feature three lectures: \n• Good contracts need good tenders – Matthias Neuenschwander\n• Project delivery through partnership – Neil Paynter\n• BIM in UGW contracts – Rita Sanfilippo \nFollowing the three presentations there will be time for Q&A with the presenters \nThe Lunchtime lecture series remains free and open to all. For all those that cannot join ‘live’ online\, please register and you will receive a link to stream the episode after the event – this link will be valid for 24 hours only. After these 24 hours\, anyone wanting to watch the episode can do so by registering for the episode on the ITA website\, but there will be a small fee to watch.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/ita-lecture-series-43-contractual-tools-for-good-project-management/
LOCATION:Webinar – Online only
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20241114T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20241114T190000
DTSTAMP:20260417T191611
CREATED:20241107T024013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T041047Z
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SUMMARY:Technical Seminar Ground Stabilisation by Ground Freezing: International Experience
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this hybrid event to explore the theory\, applications\, and case studies of ground freezing. \nNote: when you register\, please specify if you will be attending in person or online. \nAbout Ground Freezing \nArtificial ground freezing is a construction technique that is used in the construction of shafts\, mines and tunnels to provide temporary ground support and groundwater control when other conventional methods such as dewatering\, shoring and grouting or soil mixing are not feasible. \nGround freezing is a versatile construction technique used to temporarily solidify the ground. By inserting pipes and circulating a cold brine or refrigerant\, heat is extracted from the soil\, causing it to freeze and form a solid mass. This technique is invaluable in challenging conditions\, such as in soft ground or the presence of groundwater. \nPresentation \n\nGround freezing principles and applications\nGround characterisation and laboratory testing for ground freezing design\nIn situ monitoring during construction\nProject examples from various countries\n\nSpeaker \nMichael Löffler\, a leading expert in ground freezing\, heads the group at CDM Smith (Germany) specialising in this technique. His projects include the cross passages at the Silvertown and High Speed 2 tunnels in London\, the tunnels under the Suez Canal in Ismailia (Egypt)\, the new construction of the federal intelligence service building in Berlin\, the North-South metro line in Cologne and the Post Tower high-rise in Bonn. \nSponsors \n \n 
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/technical-seminar-ground-stabilisation-by-ground-freezing-international-experience/
LOCATION:ARUP Melbourne\, Sky Park 1\, Melbourne Quarter\, 699 Collins Street\, Victoria\, 3008
CATEGORIES:Victoria,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241011T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241011T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T191611
CREATED:20240930T043224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T052405Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop - Achieving\, demonstrating and accepting appropriate fire safety in Australian tunnels
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this half-day workshop in Brisbane.\nWorkshop summary \nThe ATS has established a diverse\, representative Working Group to progress an updated revision of Australia’s tunnel fire safety standard AS4825.  It is proposed to be titled “Fire in Tunnels”\, covering fire safety and asset resilience.  The governance around how an appropriate level of fire safety is demonstrated and accepted for a tunnel is an extremely important topic to be covered by such a standard.  Australia has unique legal and political requirements\, and Australian fire engineering practice has a diverse set of approaches\, there is a need to ‘ventilate’ and share views on the approaches applied\, and learn what we can from other jurisdictions. \nThis workshop will provide a forum for working group members\, industry stakeholders and fire engineering practitioners to engage on the issue.  It is not primarily a training session\, although it will certainly be informative\, and worth attending for that purpose alone. It will be a wide-ranging discussion / debate\, presenting and challenging ideas\, with an outcome of consensus as to how\, out of the options\, a standard should give guidance on this matter for the Australian context.  A position paper will be produced\, that will also inform the drafting of the new standard. \nThe panellists\, who bring leading experience in tunnel fire engineering in Australia and internationally\, will each make short presentations\, curated with the goal of eliciting technical discussions\, and suggestions topics for inclusion or exclusion for the updated draft standard. \nOverseas panellists will join online.  Australian participants are strongly encouraged to attend in person. \nModerator: Nigel Casey \nNigel is a careful\, accurate thinker\, whose career has seen him ponder the issues on fire risk acceptance in major underground road and rail projects\, from a government perspective.  He has been active on the Austroads Tunnel Taskforce\, and in raising and prosecuting risk-related development projects. \nRapporteur: Diane Mather \nDiane is the driving force of AS4825 revision\, taking on the task of capturing the outcomes. \nPanelists: \n\nBernhard Kohl\, foremost practitioner in tunnel safety and risk analysis\, based in Austria but practicing globally\, including on the Australasian DG method with Conrad Stacey.\nMichael Beecroft\, leading the contributions to AS4825 from fire brigades (AFAC)\, a fire safety engineer working for the Queensland Fire Department\, with experience working in private industry and consulting.\nCraig Hiscock\, a tunnel fire safety and tunnel systems technical director with design delivery and design review experience.\nAmer Magrabi\, Society of Fire Safety Representative and former AS 4825:2011 committee member.\nDavid Radcliffe\, Rail industry ‘wise elder’ and Strategic Adviser to Suburban Rail Loop\, representing owners and operators.\nIngo Riess\, a leading Zurich-based tunnel ventilation and safety consultant\, with experience in Australia and many other countries.\nConrad Stacey\, Chair of the AS4825 Working Group\, well known in the underground ventilation and fire engineering industry internationally.\nArnold Dix\, Australia’s celebrity tunneller\, barrister and International Tunnelling Association President\, keeping us on a sound legal basis.\n\nParticipants: \nYou (we very much hope)\, particularly if you want to contribute. \nDetails: \nDate:  11 October 2024 \nTime: 1 pm to 5 pm\, with breaks\, followed by refreshments and erudite discussion till late. \nCost: Free in person (also free on-line\, but you don’t get any post-event refreshments or erudite discussion that way). \nLocation: eVENT Space\, 4/35 Limestone St\, Darra\, Queensland\, 4076.  On-street parking is available.  eVENT Space is a 10 to 15 minute walk from the Darra train station\, which has direct services from the city and indirect services from Brisbane airport\, with transfer at one city station.  Pickup and drop-off at the station will also be arranged for anyone requesting it. \nThe session is supported by the Australian Tunnelling Society and by the Society of Fire Safety. It is sponsored by Stacey Agnew through their eVENT Space. \nRegistration: \nTo register your interest to attend please click here. To make other enquiries\, email event@staceyagnew.com.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/workshop-achieving-demonstrating-and-accepting-appropriate-fire-safety-in-australian-tunnels/
LOCATION:eVENT Space\, 4/35 Limestone St\, Darra\, Queensland\, 4076\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Queensland,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240522T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240522T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T191611
CREATED:20240519T224909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240519T224909Z
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SUMMARY:EA Webinar - Construction engineering challenges in complex Fire and Life Safety system upgrades
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThis session will address the challenges of estimating\, designing\, and constructing a complex fire life safety upgrade project in the Melbourne Underground Rail Loop’s brownfield urban rail network environment. \nWe will discuss the knowns and unknowns in the fire engineering design phase\, the access-constrained construction phase\, and the unpredictable testing and commissioning phase. \nKey competencies from the Construction Engineering Learning and Development guide to be discussed include developing project methods\, controlling project quality\, ensuring a safe working environment\, and managing contract obligations. \nThis webinar forms part of the Construction series of CPD. \nWho should attend?\nThis session is relevant to construction engineers\, from site engineers to project managers\, especially those working in brownfield environments or managing complex railway projects. \nLearning outcomes\n\nKey fire engineering and design principles for upgrading existing train stations\nAppropriate risk management in a brownfield environment\nImportance of planning and scope – access to live railways\nLessons learned from Testing and Commissioning – how to predict the unpredictable\n\nAbout the speakers\n\nJan Nadarajah\nProject Manager\, ACCIONA Australia\n.\nJan Nadarajah is a seasoned Engineering / Project Manager with over 15 years of experience designing and delivering complex and varied infrastructure projects in the transport\, water and international development sectors. She is a keen problem solver and particularly loves challenging engineering projects. Jan also has an interest in social science and has a graduate degree in psychology. She believes in progressing towards equality both in and out of the workplace.\n\n\n\nDaniel West\nSenior Mechanical Engineer\, WSP\n.\nDaniel West is currently serving as the engineering manager for the MURL Fire & Life Safety Upgrade project (AWP5)\, having previously worked as the design area manager for the same project since May 2021.\n\n\nDaniel has over 12 years of experience in building services / infrastructure consulting in Australia and New Zealand. This has included a mix of rail\, industrial and commercial projects. Throughout Daniel’s time at WSP\, he has held project management roles\, including at SPA as a package lead for successfully delivered works packages (IWP\, AWP2 and AWP3) over the last five years. \nPreviously he provided leadership of the mechanical team at SPA for other SPA rail projects. Prior to commencing on SPA\, Daniel lead multiple building projects as the WSP project lead including childcare centres\, community hub\, hospital upgrades and residential / aged care projects.” \n\n \nEsteban Santacruz CPEng\nFire Safety Engineer\, Transport Systems\, WSP\n.\nEsteban is a Chartered Professional Engineer with expertise in engineering consultancy working in the field of fire safety in Australia and Europe in underground infrastructure and in designing fire safety strategies\, including railways and road tunnels infrastructure.\n\nEsteban specialises in the design of fire safety systems using local and international fire safety engineering principles in underground structures. Esteban is currently acting as Subject Matter Expert for three of the largest infrastructure projects in Victoria; the Melbourne Underground Rail Loop Stage 2\, the Metro Tunnel Project and North East Link Project. \nHe has provided advice for different public transport operators to address aging infrastructure and also led tender works for new infrastructure projects. His capabilities include bespoke smoke management strategies\, mass underground evacuation analysis\, structural fire analysis and risk analysis for underground rail stations and tunnels.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/ea-webinar-construction-engineering-challenges-in-complex-fire-and-life-safety-system-upgrades/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20231207T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20231207T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T191611
CREATED:20231128T014750Z
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SUMMARY:Considerations for designers and constructors to deliver practical operation and maintenance outcomes
DESCRIPTION:Overview \nGain insight into tunnel maintenance as the presentation contrasts key considerations for designers/constructors with maintenance regimes over tunnel operational service life. \nFocusing on the interface between tunnel systems is key to meeting design life requirements and ensuring a maintainable fit-for-service underground space. \nThe presentation will look at case studies both locally and internationally\, as well as provide insight into what systems are in place for tunnel maintenance after a project is handed over to the operator. \nLearning outcomes \nYou will gain insights on the general complexities with writing O&M manuals for civil aspects. This includes consideration for durability\, access\, frequency\, interpretation of design intent\, defining what is reasonable for maintenance and determining whether it can be reasonably completed. \n\nTunnel linings\, seepage and anchors.\nCable trays and infrastructure.\nVent stations.\nCut and cover areas.\nDrainage systems (groundwater and stormwater).\n\nAbout the speaker \nKaylah MacIntosh\, Technical Services Manager\, John Holland \n \nBased in Brisbane\, Kayla Macintosh is a Mechanical Engineer with a Masters in Geophysics working for John Holland as a Technical Services Manager. Kaylah is an experienced underground space engineer with design\, construction and maintenance experience in tunnelling & infrastructure spanning over 10 years. Kaylah has previously held roles in operational road tunnel capital works delivery\, which she leverages to drive improved Operation and Maintenance outcomes through smart tunnel system design solutions on in-flight projects. 
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/considerations-for-designers-and-constructors-to-deliver-practical-operation-and-maintenance-outcomes/
LOCATION:Online and in person at: Level 9\, 340 Adelaide Street\, Brisbane
CATEGORIES:Queensland,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20231114T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20231114T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T191611
CREATED:20231019T003154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231019T004722Z
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SUMMARY:Conventional tunnelling in highly deformable rocks - ITA webinar
DESCRIPTION:This instalment of the ITA lecture series will focus on ‘Conventional\ntunnelling in highly deformable rocks.’ \nIt will begin at 13:00 CET time. \nThe episode will feature three lectures and will finish with a Q&A with\nall speakers. \n1. Conventional tunnelling in highly deformable rocks – design\nconsiderations – Dr. Angelos Gakis\, Head of Geotechnics\,\nDr. Sauer & Partners \n2. Support elements for conventional tunnelling in highly\ndeformable rocks – Wolfgang   Dolsak\, Global Product Manager\nForepoling\, DSI Underground \n3. Tunnel construction with HS-EPS yielding elements in\noverstressed weak rocks – Manuel Entfellner\, Construction\nSite Manager\, IMPLENIA \n 
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/conventional-tunnelling-in-highly-deformable-rocks-ita-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Register via the link to join!
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231019T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231019T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T191611
CREATED:20231016T001314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T032359Z
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SUMMARY:Revolutionising Australia’s infrastructure though centralised geological and geotechnical data management
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this exciting and informative National ATS Event! \nSummary \nAustralia’s increasing infrastructure development demands a comprehensive grasp of its intricate underground landscape. This understanding is pivotal as space competition heightens for future expansion. Despite substantial annual investments in ground investigations\, often involving intrusive testing\, geotechnical data is primarily stored in outdated formats\, resulting in data loss or duplication. While some preservation efforts exist\, public access to the information remains limited. \nThis Churchill Fellowship-based study underscores the feasibility of a more sustainable approach. Successful models from the UK\, Netherlands\, Switzerland\, Denmark\, and New Zealand showcase effective central repositories for geological data. The lack of a comparable requirement in Australia hinders efficient data utilisation\, leading to extended project timelines and increased costs for both the government and taxpayers.  The study offers valuable guidance for Australian government bodies to establish centralised geological and geotechnical databases. The accessibility and cost-efficiency of these systems can stimulate cooperation across sectors\, contributing to the sustainable development of future cities. \nThis event is generously sponsored by: WSP Australia \n  \nTimings \nIn person – 5.30 for a 6pm start –WSP Australia\, Level 27 680 George St\, Sydney NSW 2000 \nWebinar – 5.45 for a 6pm start – The hybrid meeting link is via Zoom: https://wsp.zoom.us/j/83396276103 \nPLEASE NOTE: There is no requirement to register in advance so make sure you make a note in your diary now! If you are joining online\, please click on the above link and remember to give yourself plenty of time to sign in via zoom or the zoom app. If you are joining in person\, please enter the building and go straight up to Level 27. \n  \nPresenter bio \nDr David Och \nDavid has a PhD in geology on the study of a complex structural\, tectonic and metamorphic terrane at Port Macquarie\, NSW\, Australia. He is the Technical Director – Geology (Tunnels) for WSP in Australia and leads the NSW Tunnels Group. His expertise in tunnelling and engineering geology has led to key lead and advisory roles on major transportation projects. David’s recent roles have included Geotechnical Lead for Sydney Metro City & Southwest and Sydney Metro West Projects\, and Geological Lead on the Western Harbour Tunnel and Beaches Link project. \nDavid\, a Churchill Fellow\, has just completed a study on geotechnical databases at geological surveys including the BGS\, TNO (Netherlands)\, Swisstopo and GEUS (Denmark). This work was published as a report through Winston Churchill Trust and a recent paper in Springer. David is also an Associate Professor at the School of Biological\, Earth and Environmental Sciences at UNSW Sydney. He supervises students in Honours degrees at Sydney University and Adelaide University\, and lectures in Landscape design at University of Technology Sydney (UTS). \n \nGeologist David Och shows rock core samples to North West Rail Link project director Rod Staples\, NSW Transport Minister Andrew Constance and NSW Premier  Mike Baird.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/revolutionising-australias-infrastructure-though-centralised-geological-and-geotechnical-data-management/
LOCATION:Hybrid and in person at WSP Sydney\, Level 27\, 680 George Street\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:New South Wales,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230927T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230927T190000
DTSTAMP:20260417T191611
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR - Lessons learned from design and construction of Nant-de-Drance Powerhouse
DESCRIPTION:WEBINAR Registration Link\nDate:             27 September 2023 \nTime:            6:00 pm — 7.00 pm AEST \nLocation:       Online only \nOverview\nThe Nant-de-Drance pumped hydropower scheme (900 MW)\, awarded “International Major Tunneling Project of the Year” ITA-NCE prize in 2014\, connects the two existing artificial reservoirs at Emosson and Vieux Emosson in Switzerland. \nExcept for raising the upper dam\, all works were undertaken underground. They include 16 km of tunnels\, two vertical shafts of height 440m and 6 large caverns. The exceptional size of the powerhouse cavern (194m x 32m x 52m)\, located at 600m depth in a metamorphic rock formation of sedimentary origin\, required the definition of an appropriate excavation\, support and lining concept. \nAn advanced rock behaviour model\, based on an important investigation campaign\, 3D finite element modeling\, and analysis of unstable blocks allowed the optimization of the support and the lining. \nMonitoring during construction and back-analysis allowed the successive reduction of support measures and the streamlining of the excavation phasing. The resulting savings largely exceeded the incurred expenses for additional investigation and calculations. \nThe cavern excavation schedule was accelerated by reorganizing the phasing of the different stages\, creating a margin to make up delays elsewhere. \nStructural design was also particularly challenging due to the unusual load cases to which the structure is subjected during construction and operation\, as well as the large volumes of concrete being poured. \nAfter 14 years of work\, Nant de Drance was officially commissioned on 9 September 2022. At the height of construction\, up to 650 labourers were present on site without any serious accidents. By its ability to absorb or inject up to 900 MW of power\, Nant de Drance is going to be a key instrument for stabilisation and regulation on the Swiss and European grid. \nSpeakers\n \nPatrick Heck\, CEng MICE graduated with a degree in civil\, structural and environmental engineering in 2007 from Trinity College Dublin\, Ireland. Patrick started his career in geotechnical engineering\, first with Buro Happold in the UK\, and from 2010 with WSP-BG in Lausanne\, Switzerland. He has been involved in the design and construction of several hydroelectric schemes in Switzerland. He was the BG project manager for the civil & structural engineering of the powerhouse and switchgear caverns at Nant de Drance. \n \nEtienne Garin\, Civil Engineer\, M.Sc.: graduated in Civil Engineering from Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne in 1996. He benefits from vast experience in the field of underground construction and hydroelectric scheme. Since he joined WSP-BG he has actively participated in the design and construction of major tunnels in Switzerland and abroad\, as well as hydroelectric power schemes. During his career\, he has carried out calculations at detailed and final design stage\, been responsible for site supervision\, and has managed projects from preliminary design to client delivery. He was in charge of the design of the caverns for the Nant-de-Drance project. Since 2023\, Etienne Garin is animator of the ITA WG 19 “Conventionnal Tunnelling” \n \nGérard Seingre\, Civil Engineer\, M.Sc.: graduated in Civil Engineering from Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne. Gérard is an expert in deep tunnelling and site survey for construction of energy infrastructures. He has planned and played a leading role in the construction of over 40 km of deep tunnels\, 3 vertical shafts over 400 m high\, more than 10 big caverns and 2 descending access galleries (main projects Loetschberg-base Tunnel and Pump storage power plant Nant de Drance). He was for 12 years animator of the working 17 “Long tunnels at great depth” for the ITA. He is currently the treasurer of ITA. Gérard is also lecturer for tunnelling construction at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology of Lausanne.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/webinar-lessons-learned-from-design-and-construction-of-nant-de-drance-powerhouse/
LOCATION:Webinar – Online only
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20230711T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20230711T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T191611
CREATED:20230623T004528Z
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SUMMARY:Occupational health in tunnelling - ITA Lecture Series
DESCRIPTION:The episode will feature one lecture and finish with a Q&A session with all speakers. \nOccupational Health and Welfare in Tunnelling – Donald Lamont & Eric Ball.  \nThe Lunchtime lecture series remains free and open to all. \nFor all those that cannot join ‘live’\, please register and you will receive a link to view the episode after the event – this link will be valid for 24 hours. \nIf you have any questions\, please don’t hesitate to reach out to the ITACET secretariat: secretariat@itacet.org
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/occupational-health-in-tunnelling-ita-lunchtime-lecture-series/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230316T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230316T190000
DTSTAMP:20260417T191611
CREATED:20230215T004446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230224T000043Z
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SUMMARY:Water mist suppression for road tunnels
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nWater mist suppression systems are an established and approved technology in many high-risk and/or special hazard applications are increasing in popularity for overseas road tunnels. This presentation will discuss differences between water mist and deluge and consider implementation and interaction with other systems and structural design. \nWater deluge systems have remained the established means of automatic fire suppression within Australian road tunnels for over 30 years. Whilst effective in protection of life and preservation of tunnels in a fire\, there are compromises; the cost and scale of the systems\, the burden imposed on the tunnel drainage systems\, and potential impact on occupants and responding emergency personnel\, to name a few. Water mist suppression systems are an established and approved technology in many high-risk / special hazard applications. \nAs an alternative in road tunnels\, water mist suppression systems address many of the issues inherent with deluge\, whilst achieving similar outcomes. Much less water is used\, which impacts cost and space associated with both suppression and drainage. For these reasons and many more\, water mist suppression systems are increasing in popularity in overseas road tunnels. Hurdles to local implementation are varied\, and include lack of familiarity/local precedents\, potential interactions with smoke ventilation systems\, and potential considerations for time-temperature curves and therefore structural design. Our speakers will aim to shed light on the varied aspects of this technology\, and the pathway to it’s effective implementation in Australian road tunnels. \nEvent program\nWebinar:  \n\n6:00pm AEDT: Event commences\n7:00pm AEDT: Event concludes\n\nIn-person:  \nMelbourne: L17\, Tower One\, Collins Square\, 727 Collins Street\, Docklands \nSydney: 10/F\, 383 Kent Street\, Sydney \n\n5:45pm AEDT: Attendees arrive\n6:00pm AEDT: Event commences\n7:00pm AEDT: Event concludes\n7:00-7:30pm AEDT: Networking\n7:30pm AEDT: Event concludes\n\nBrisbane: Unit 4\, 35 Limestone Street\, Darra\, Queensland \n\n4:45pm AEST: Attendees arrive\n5:00pm AEST: Event commences\n6:00pm AEST: Event concludes\n6:00-6:30pm AEST: Networking\n6:30pm AEST: Event concludes\n\nAbout the speakers\nConrad Stacey\, FIEAust CPEng NER APEC Engineer IntPE(Aus)\nDirector\, Stacey Agnew \nOne of the countries most trusted experts in the fields of tunnel ventilation and underground fire safety\, Conrad leads the working group for revision of AS 4825 – ‘Tunnel Fire Safety’ and has observed and designed complete fire and life safety solutions for tunnels of all kinds\, all over the world. \nPaul Gingell\nNational Manager\, Foam & Water Mist SystemsLPG Fire \nLPGfire brings a combined 100 years in the design of fire protection systems for Special Hazard Risks. As National Manager\, Foam & Water Mist Systems\, Paul has been ‘at the coal face’\, implementing and integrating these systems in road tunnels\, and continually improving the process and outcome with his clients.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/water-mist-suppression-for-road-tunnels/
LOCATION:Various venues (PLEASE SEE EVENT PROGRAM OPPOSITE FOR CORRECT VENUES AND TIMINGS)
CATEGORIES:National,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221208T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221208T190000
DTSTAMP:20260417T191611
CREATED:20221118T053529Z
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SUMMARY:Aerodynamics\, ventilation and fire in tunnels
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nIn this webinar\, four papers will be presented from the 19th International Symposium on Aerodynamics\, Ventilation & Fire in Tunnels conference. \nSustainability on the design of large infrastructure to house MEI equipment is currently under a lot of scrutiny and these presentations will tackle the problem from different perspectives. This session will also lay out innovative and state of the art sustainable solutions in an Australian project which have been recognised by international peers. \nKey takeaways\n\nhow sustainability can be considered in design and accounted for in risk analysis\nhow to improve efficiency in longitudinal ventilation with point extraction\nhow to use artificial neural networks to predict critical velocity for tunnel fires\nhow to create\, test and validate a ventilation model for a large rail network\n\nAbout the speakers\nKerem Oguz\nPrincipal Mechanical Engineer\, Mott MacDonald\, Australia \nKerem is a Chartered Mechanical Engineer with over eight years of experience designing tunnel ventilation systems. He has worked on a range of road and rail tunnel projects worldwide. Before moving to Australia from the UK\, Kerem was part of the project team working on the detailed tunnel ventilation design of the Northern Line Extension and the testing and commissioning of Crossrail’s tunnel ventilation system. More recently\, he has been involved in the design of new metros across Australia\, including Sydney Metro and Melbourne’s Suburban Rail Loop. \nGencer Koc\nAssociate Fire Safety and Tunnel Ventilation Engineer\, WSP Australia \nGencer is a mechanical engineer with 18 years’ experience in solving thermo-fluid-related industrial problems. He obtained his PhD on modelling train aerodynamics inside tunnels using machine learning and artificial neural networks in 2012. Gencer has completed the tunnel ventilation system design of more than 180 railway stations and more than 200 km track tunnels. He has participated in the tunnel ventilation system design of more than 20 road tunnels. He is currently working on the fire and life safety systems design of road tunnels in Australia. \nAndrea Paradiso\nLead Tunnel System Engineer\, Aurecon \nAndrea is a Lead Engineer in Aurecon’s Tunnel Systems Team in Melbourne with over 15 years of experience worldwide in fire safety engineering\, tunnel ventilation and computational fluid dynamics. He is a critical thinker passionate about bringing innovative solutions into design by mastering advanced scientifical and mathematical models. \nEden Altura\nEngineer/Consultant\, ARUP UK \nEden is an Engineer/Consultant in Arup’s Building Engineering London Group. Eden has worked on metro tunnel ventilation designs for clients in UK\, Toronto and Denmark. She is passionate about mitigating the impacts of design and construction on climate change. She currently supports design teams to achieve ambitious sustainability objectives in various sectors. \nNikhil Dawda\, Graduate Mechanical Engineer\nARUP UK \nA motivated and inquisitive engineer with a background in Aeronautics\, having achieved first-class honours from Imperial College London. Nikhil has worked on metro tunnel ventilation designs for clients in Toronto and Copenhagen. Nikhil also worked on the design of construction ventilation systems for HS2 and aided in the design and development of data centres for companies such as AWS.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/aerodynamics-ventilation-and-fire-in-tunnels/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20221115T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20221115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T191611
CREATED:20221108T081341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221108T081341Z
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SUMMARY:ITAtech Webinar - Low Carbon Concrete Linings
DESCRIPTION:NOTE : Event is in CET Time (UTC + 1) \n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for the ITAtech free webinar on “Low Carbon Concrete Linings – Case studies”\, taking place Tuesday November 15th at 12:00 pm CET. \nIn tunnelling projects it is estimated that 60-80% of embodied carbon is contained in the concrete linings of tunnels and shafts. A majority of the concrete is ordinary Portland cement-based\, and the cement industry contributes to roughly 8% of global carbon emissions. \nIn this seminar\, eight case studies will be presented demonstrating carbon reduction in tunnel lining design\, materials and construction methods. Case studies will come from projects in Paris\, Singapore\, Doha\, Melbourne … \nRegister to participate in this webinar organised by ITA / ITAtech.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/itatech-webinar-low-carbon-concrete-linings/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20221108T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20221108T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T191611
CREATED:20221027T235025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221027T235055Z
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SUMMARY:ITACET Webinar - TBM safety - Before the launch
DESCRIPTION:LUNCHTIME LECTURE SERIES #20\nNOTE : Event is in CET Time (UTC + 1) \nThis instalment of the Lunchtime lecture series will focus on ‘ H&S during design’. \nThe episode will feature one lecture and finish with a Q&A session with all speakers: \n\nTBM safety – Before the launch – Donald Lamont & Werner Burger\n\n  \nThe lecture will cover the machinery safety aspects of TBMs along with the manufacturer’s perspective of the complex procedures involved in getting a TBM set up on site ready for launch. \nThe first part of the lecture by Donald Lamont\, Animateur of ITA WG5 will look at machinery safety and standards – present and future – for tunnelling machinery manufacture. \nThe second part of the lecture by Werner Burger\, vice-Animateur of ITA WG5 and member of ITAtech Steering Board\, will look at what is involved in transporting a TBM from the factory to site\, at the site assembly process along with the provision of spares and consumables. \nBoth lecturers are active in CEN/TC151/WG4 – “Tunnel boring machines”.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/itacet-webinar-tbm-safety-before-the-launch/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221103T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221103T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T191611
CREATED:20220906T235143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221027T035535Z
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SUMMARY:Digitalisation and automation in tunnels
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nGain an understanding of how BIM enables a collaborative way of working using digital processes to enable more productive methods of operating and maintaining assets through their lifecycle. \nAbout the event\nBuilding Information Modelling (BIM) in Tunnelling is the digital representation of physical infrastructure and functional characteristics. BIM serves as a shared knowledge resource for information about an asset throughout its lifecycle. Information modelling in tunnelling includes supporting decision making and encompasses strategic appraisal and planning. Modelling supports design\, construction to operation\, maintenance and renewal. Information modelling systems allow us to deliver quality engineering to owners and contractors. The process requires skills\, tools\, and robust procedures. For the entire tunnelling community to take advantage of this\, it is of paramount importance to share\, educate and implement experiences\, standards and guidelines\, which are driven by the build industry. \nThis presentation will provide insights into: \n\nBest practice in international and domestic applications\, cross-disciplinary initiatives\, and future thinking where digitalisation in underground tunnelling and the future\nUnderstanding of how BIM enables a collaborative way of working\nProductive methods of planning\, designing and constructing\nOperating and maintaining assets through their lifecycle\n\nEvent program and locations\nPresentation to conclude for all attendees at 7:30 pm AEDT. \nBrisbane – online \n\n5.30 pm AEST – Presentation\n6.30 pm AEST – Presentation to conclude for all attendees\n\nSydney – online \n\n6.30 pm AEDT – Presentation\n7.30 pm AEDT – Presentation to conclude for all attendees\n\nOnline – via Webex details will be sent upon registration. \n\n6:30pm AEDT – Presentation\n\nAbout the speaker\nDr Jurij Karlovsek\nDeputy Director\nSustainable Infrastructure Research Hub Lecturer\, Geotechnical Engineering \nDr Jurij Karlovsek is an engineer\, researcher\, and educator at The University of Queensland\, Brisbane Australia. Jurij has a broad area of expertise in Geotechnical Engineering with the main specialty in infrastructure projects\, especially the development of sustainable underground space. Jurij focuses on the digital enablement of infrastructure to deliver applications of digital engineering\, asset information modelling\, and construction. His current position is the deputy director of a UQ Sustainable Infrastructure Research Hub\, with a lead focus on digitalisation for a sustainable infrastructure future. Since 2016\, Jurij chairs the International Tunnelling and Underground Space Association Working Group 22 with a working title – Information Modelling in Tunnelling. \nIn addition to the above\, Jurij actively engages in the mentorship of undergraduate students\, supporting their industry engagement activities\, and generally helping to make their experience as students a more enriched one.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/digitalisation-and-automation-in-tunnels/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:National,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220824T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220824T173000
DTSTAMP:20260417T191611
CREATED:20220727T014110Z
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SUMMARY:ATS & ICE - 3D Reality Capture Systems
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThe Australian Tunnelling Society and Institution of Civil Engineers invite you to an evening of knowledge sharing\, Q&A\, and networking. \nNew Era of Tunnel Inspection\nIn the past\, tunnel inspection and documentation was a “camera and clipboard” manual process to document geology\, tunnel lining conditions\, or assets within tunnel networks. It was time-consuming and inconsistent in terms of objectivity\, continuity and spatial context. \nWith a variety of fixed and mobile platforms\, we are now able to combine laser scanners and high-resolution cameras to rapidly record the tunnel surface to a resolution that can detect sub millimeter cracks.. Mobile systems can capture data at ambient traffic speed\, reducing what\nused to take weeks and months\, to just hours. \nFrom this data we then generate highly precise true-colour\, textured 3D models of the scanned tunnel surface. \nDetection\, mapping and measurement of tunnel components can be undertaken in a centralised structured database\, managing inspection intervals and temporal changes from a single point of truth. \nDigital tools enable productivity improvements through the life of an asset\, 3D Reality Capture Systems are an excellent example of this. \nEvent Timeline (GMT+8)\n5.30pm – 6.00pm: Networking and refreshments\n6.00pm – 7.00pm: Presentation\n7.00pm – 8.00pm: Networking and refreshments \nSpeaker\nDrew Coulthard\nCurrent Role: National Monitoring Manager \, Land Surveys \nExperienced professional Senior Surveyor with an MBA in Project Management. Drew has worked across a number of different sectors including civil\, mining\, rail and infrastructure projects. For the last 15 year Drew has predominantly work on infrastructure projects in the UK and Australian with a focus on Instrumentation and Monitoring and Geospatial Capture. Drew is passionate about embracing new geospatial data capture techniques that can add value to key infrastructure assets by consistently monitoring change over time. \nDuring his time in the UK Drew also worked of Western Section of Crossrail for over 4 years both on the contract side as a I&M Project Managing and\, on the client\, side overseeing the instrumentation and monitoring contracts\, managing stakeholder interfaces and coordinating damage claims with assessors and insurers. On to the Australia 2015 he started working for Land Survey on project around Australia and has spent the last 8 years working on various project around the Australia and overseas the tendering and delivery of major national projects.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/ats-ice-3d-reality-capture-systems/
LOCATION:Little Shoe\, 1st Floor\, Yangan Square\, Perth\, Western Australia\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Webinar,Western Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220818T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220818T190000
DTSTAMP:20260417T191611
CREATED:20220728T054800Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220621T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220621T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T191611
CREATED:20220517T235854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220518T001125Z
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SUMMARY:FREE Webinar: Estimating Rock Mass Properties with Dr Robert Bertuzzi
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr Robert Bertuzzi\, PSM’s Principal Geotechnical Engineer\, for a free webinar on ‘Estimating Rock Mass Properties‘ on Tuesday\, 21st June 2022 at 1pm AEST. We will explore the science of rock mechanics\, look at robust guidelines for rock mass classification\, review laboratory data and much more. Click here to find out more.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/free-webinar-estimating-rock-mass-properties-with-dr-robert-bertuzzi/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220602T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20220602T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T191611
CREATED:20220505T015004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220512T021036Z
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SUMMARY:ATS QLD - Spaceproofing for tunnels
DESCRIPTION:This event is hosted by the ATS Tunnel Systems group and is a joint session with ITEE. \nSpaceproofing is a critical early activity required to inform the design and construction of tunnels and underground spaces. \nIt is important to get the sizing for tunnels right. Too small; the tunnel may not be able to function or be operated as intended. Constructing a tunnel that is too big; you are wasting your money. \nSpaceproofing ensures that all required functions can be accommodated within the planned tunnel volume. This can be a challenge for tunnel design\, which involves reconciling the functional space needs of a large number of stakeholders and resolving many complex physical interfaces early in the design process. \n \n \nEvent program\n5.30pm — In-person registration & networking (catering)\n6.00pm — Webinar commencement\n7.30pm — Webinar conclusion & in-person networking\n8.00pm — In-person conclusion \nSpeakers\n \nTony Peglas BEng\, CPEng\, RPEQ\nPrincipal Aurecon \nTony is a Principal at Aurecon with over 20 years’ experience in the tunnelling industry and has worked on many large-scale tunnelling infrastructure projects including the Inland Rail Project\, West Gate Tunnel Project\, WestConnex New M5 and M4-M5 Link\, NorthConnex\, Airport Link Project\, Clem7 and Cross City Tunnel. Tony is the Australasian Tunnelling Society (ATS) representative on the Austroads Tunnels Taskforce which undertakes research on new technologies and best practice for road tunnel projects. \n \nTom Starling\nAssociate Principal – Mechanical ECI \nTom Starling is a mechanical engineer with 16 years of experience in process\, industrial\, mining\, infrastructure\, water and defence sectors. \nTom works for EIC Activities\, a member of the CIMIC group. Tom has worked with tunnel space-proofing strategies all around Australia and overseas\, in transport\, power and mining applications with sister companies CPB\, Thiess\, Leighton Asia\, and their joint venture partners. Tom’s background is in delivery of design and technical services\, but his role at EIC Activities sees him advising a wide audience of engineers\, stakeholders\, operators and financers in all phases of project development\, approaching issues from a range of perspectives. \n \nChris Baker \nTunnel Systems Design Manager – UGL Brisbane \nChris is an engineering design manager with UGL and works within the Major Projects Underground Infrastructure team designing road and rail tunnels within Australia\, with recent detail design experience on M6 in Sydney and Cross river rail in Brisbane.  He has a degree in mechanical engineering\, a master degree project management and an MBA.  Chris has a very board experience of mechanical and electrical tunnel systems including Fire and Life Safety and Security in design and enjoys the challengers that come with Major Projects. \nPrior to working on road and rail tunnels\, Chris worked on tunnels in the mining industry focusing on services design and gained construction and commission experience.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/ats-qld-spaceproofing-for-tunnels/
LOCATION:Engineers Australia QLD\, Level 9\, 340 Adelaide St\, Brisbane\, QLD\, 4000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Queensland,Webinar
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