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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/Sydney:20250701T050000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250701T180000
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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/
LOCATION:NSW
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250708T220000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250708T233000
DTSTAMP:20260427T223403
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SUMMARY:ITA Lecture - Design of fibre reinforced segments
DESCRIPTION:This instalment of the ITA lecture series will focus on Design of fibre reinforced segments in collaboration with ITA AITES ITAtech. \nThe episode will feature three lectures\, including one by ATS member Dr David Oliviera\, and will finish with a Q&A with all speakers. It will begin at 13:00 CET. \n\nDesign and construction considerations for FRC tunnel segments – Verya Nasri\nDesign of fibre reinforced segments against concrete bursting and splitting – David Oliveira\nThe Lee Tunnel – Steel fibre segmental lining and other innovations – Charles Allen\n\nFollowing the three presentations there will be time for Q&A with the presenters \nThe Lunchtime lecture series remains free and open to all. For all those that cannot join ‘live’ online\, please register and you will receive a link to stream the episode after the event – this link will be valid for 24 hours only. After these 24 hours\, anyone wanting to watch the episode can do so by registering for the episode on the ITA website\, but there will be a small fee to watch.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/ita-lecture-design-of-fibre-reinforced-segments/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250717T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250717T193000
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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:20250924T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250924T140000
DTSTAMP:20260427T223403
CREATED:20250903T060422Z
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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/Brisbane:20250925T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250925T183000
DTSTAMP:20260427T223403
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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:20251014T220000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251014T233000
DTSTAMP:20260427T223403
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/Sydney:20251120T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251120T200000
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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/
LOCATION:NSW
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260226T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260226T183000
DTSTAMP:20260427T223403
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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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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260414T223000
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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/
LOCATION:NSW
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260423T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260423T190000
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SUMMARY:Digital engineering on the North East Link
DESCRIPTION:Event overview:\nDigital engineering is transforming how complex infrastructure projects are designed\, delivered\, and operated. The North East Link project in Melbourne\, Victoria\, presented unique challenges in the tunnel environment\, requiring innovative approaches to modelling\, design integration\, and lifecycle management. \nIn this session\, the speaker will detail the digital engineering requirements for the North East Link and demonstrate how Delve Underground applied computational design and digital engineering practices to overcome these challenges. The presentation will highlight practical outputs from digital engineering and show how they are being leveraged for asset operation and maintenance\, illustrating the value of digital processes throughout the project lifecycle. \nLearning outcomes:\n\nUnderstand the digital engineering requirements and challenges faced on the North East Link project.\nExplore practical approaches using computational design to overcome complex tunnel engineering issues.\n\nPresenters:\n \nElnaz Saminfar \nAssociate Digital Engineer at Delve Underground \nElnaz is an Associate Digital Engineer at Delve Underground\, bringing over 13 years of experience in digital engineering and computational design. She has contributed to the successful delivery of some of Australia’s largest infrastructure projects\, as well as several major international projects\, demonstrating a strong track record in managing complex projects. With advanced proficiency in a wide range of digital engineering and computational design software\, she is able to tackle complex project requirements with flexibility and precision. She focuses on optimizing workflows for digital engineering teams\, improving user proficiency\, and reducing maintenance demands\, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and effectively. Her strategic and forward-thinking approach drives innovation\, enhances team performance\, and elevates overall project outcomes\, consistently aligning technical excellence with practical project delivery goals. \n \nSoheila Moradi \nDigital Engineering Manager – Victorian Infrastructure Delivery Authority (VIDA)\n\nSoheila Moradi is the Digital Engineering Manager at the Victorian Infrastructure Delivery Authority (VIDA)\, leading digital engineering for the North East Link Project\, one of Australia’s largest infrastructure programs. She is also part of VIDA’s Digital Engineering leadership team and contributes to the Victorian Digital Engineering (VTDE) transformation\, supporting how digital practices are applied consistently across major projects. With over 20 years of experience across infrastructure and building projects\, Soheila focuses on making digital delivery practical and useful\, not just a compliance exercise. She has been closely involved in shaping how digital requirements are embedded into contracts\, how data is progressively captured during delivery\, and how asset information is handed over in a way that actually works for operations. She is known for bringing a clear\, outcome-focused approach connecting technical detail with real project needs\, and making sure digital engineering delivers value where it matters most.\n \nBlake Bambridge \nFire Systems Sales – FireSense \nWith over 20 years of experience in the fire protection industry\, I am a proactive and adaptable professional specialising in fire systems design\, project delivery\, and commercial engagement. I bring a strong combination of technical expertise and practical problem-solving\, supported by advanced skills in CAD platforms including Revit and AutoCAD. Currently working in fire systems sales with Firesense\, I focus on building strong relationships with major builders and consultants across the Construction market\, driving effective and compliant fire protection solutions. Previously\, I held a senior role on the North East Link project in Melbourne\, where I managed fire systems packages valued at over $100 million. My responsibilities included contractor onboarding\, government approvals\, and the development of critical project documentation\, while also introducing innovative approaches such as modular design and prefabrication to improve efficiency. \n \nBharat Sharma \n Operation and Maintenance Asset Manager on the North East Link Project (NEL) \nBharat Sharma is an asset management professional specialising in Operation and Maintenance (O&M) of major transport projects. Expertise in developing asset management strategies for complex Public Private Partnership (PPP) environments\, ensuring that operational performance\, risk and value are balanced across the full asset lifecycle. Currently serves as Operation and Maintenance Asset Manager on the North East Link Project (NEL). In this role\, he leads the development of the Project’s Asset Information Management System\, supporting asset management\, operations\, maintenance and incident response functions to meet the project objectives. \n  \nThis is a hybrid event\, hosted at Delve Underground’s Melbourne office at Level 15\, 385 Bourke Street and online. \nPlease note\, physical attendance is capped at 50 people due to spatial requirements.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/digital-engineering-on-the-north-east-link-2/
LOCATION:Delve Underground\, Level 15 / 385 Bourke Street\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Hybrid,Online,Victoria,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260513T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260513T183000
DTSTAMP:20260427T223403
CREATED:20260330T020114Z
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SUMMARY:Choosing the right VSD for tunnel ventilation application
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nIn recent years\, several tunnel projects have faced serious setbacks due to catastrophic motor failures. These failures are caused by high peak voltages\, a result of using Active Front End (AFE) VSDs combined with long motor cable lengths\, extending to 500 meters. This session examines the underlying electrical phenomena contributing to these issues and why conventional mitigation methods\, such as standard filters\, are often insufficient. \nParticipants will gain practical insight into proven engineering solutions that deliver near-sinusoidal voltage at the motor terminals\, reducing stress on insulation and extending asset life. Drawing on real-world case studies and field testing\, the session highlights key design considerations\, specification pitfalls\, and lessons learned to support more reliable tunnel ventilation system performance. \nLearning outcomes\nIn this event\, attendees will be able to: \n\nidentify the root causes of high peak voltages in AFE VSD tunnel applications\nevaluate why conventional filtering methods may not adequately protect motors apply practical design and specification strategies to prevent premature motor failure\nselect VSD and mitigation solutions that improve reliability and extend asset life\n\nProgram\nIn-person: \n\n5.00 pm AEST: Guest arrivals and registrations\n5.30 pm AEST: Presentation begins\n6.15 pm AEST: Q/A begins\n6.30 pm AEST: Event close\n\nOnline: \n\n5.30 pm AEST: Presentation begins\n6.30 pm AEST: Presentation ends\n\nAbout the speakers\n\n\n\nJoris Feekman\nRegional Sales Manager\, Danfoss Drives\n\nJoris is Regional Sales Manager at Danfoss Drives\, with over 25 years of experience in electrical drives and industrial power conversion. He has experience across Europe and Australia\, delivering reliable motor control solutions across a wide range of industrial applications.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHusain Natalwala\nBusiness Development Manager\, Danfoss Drives\nHusain has strong experience supporting large-scale industrial and infrastructure projects\, with exposure to Industrial Automation and Electrical Systems. At Danfoss\, he works as a BDM focussing on Tunnel Ventilation\, Water and Food Industries.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/choosing-the-right-vsd-for-tunnel-ventilation-application/
LOCATION:Online and in person at EA Melbourne\, Level 26\, 181 William Street\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Online,Victoria,Webinar
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