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SUMMARY:Mt Coot-tha Quarry Site Visit - Register Now!
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW – Limited Places \nFollowing the success of the Mt Coot-tha Quarry site visit in 2020\, ATS Queensland is again excited to invite members to Quarry Day 2023 on 31 August 2023 proudly supported and sponsored by our prime sponsor DESOI. \nThe day is aimed at graduate and early career professionals and will cover a range of equipment and technical demonstrations. These will feature: \nRock fissure and crack injection – DESOI \nShotcrete pumping and application – JEMNA \nLithium battery exposed to high temperature – STACEY AGNEW \nUse of drones in a construction setting – UNIVERSITY OF QUEENSLAND \nRock drilling – OPTIONX \nRock drilling – VERMEER \nMASTER BUILDERS SOLUTIONS + BLUEY TECHNOLOGIES ANZ \nProducts – BluCem HS200 RMX\, BluCem HS200\, MasterSeal 345 \nBluCem HS200 RMX\, is a ready mix product which arrives pre-mixed in concrete agitators on site to form an ultra-flow cementitious grout. BluCem RMX HS200 is a pumpable\, high strength product suitable for civil engineering applications. BluCem RMX HS200 incorporates advanced additives to form a cementitious grout which is free of alluminate and metallic expansion agents or methocel based additives providing a product suitable for 100 year design life applications. \nBluCem HS200\, is a one component powder product which requires only the addition of water to form an ultra flow cementitious grout. BluCem HS200 is a pumpable\, high strength product suitable for civil engineering applications. BluCem HS200 incorporates advanced additives to form a cementitious grout which is free of alluminate and metallic expansion agents or methocel based additives providing a product suitable for 100 year design life applications. \nA coffee van in the morning available in the quarry (kindly supported by the exhibitors). \nNote: All delegates will be required to wear long pants\, closed toe safety boots and a long sleeve shirt. Reasonable fitness and mobility is required as the tour involves walking through a working quarry. \n  \nSchedule \nThe day will be split into two parts: \nSession 1 – Commence 0800 Induction. \nIn the quarry with a chance to meet the supplier and see hands on demonstrations; \nLunch – Mt Coo-tha Cafe; and \nSession 2 – Presentations from the demonstrators and suppliers covering the morning’s activities with the opportunity for Q&A. \nFinish 1530 \nNote that demonstrations and presentations are subject to change on the day. \n\n Prime Sponsor \n \nIS YOUR PARTNER FOR INJECTION TECHNOLOGY
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/mt-coot-tha-quarry-site-visit/
LOCATION:Mt Coot-tha Quarry site visit\, Brisbane\, QLD
CATEGORIES:Queensland
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SUMMARY:ATS QLD - Discrete fracture network approach for underground support design optimisation
DESCRIPTION:Ground support design for underground rock engineering projects often adopts empirical methods\, which were mostly developed in 1960s and 1970s. While these methods have provided a useful tool to aid design\, they have typically been based on a limited database of project experience and so their results need to be interpreted in the context of local experience and engineering judgement. Discrete Fracture Network (DFN) model allows inclusion of site-specific discontinuities data to be stochastically quantified and explicitly adopted as design input. Combined with 3D Distinct Element Method\, this approach offers a more quantifiable\, verifiable and reproduceable method to assess rock mass quality & behaviour in underground excavation projects. \nThis presentation demonstrates benefits gained from this integrated approach in ground support design for large span rock caverns using a case study. The use of DFN and explicit modelling has allowed ground support to be optimised based on site-specific and more realistic anticipated ground conditions. Ivan is the David Sugden Award winner for 2022 and will present his award-winning paper in person entitled: Discrete Fracture Network Approach in Ground Support Design Optimisation for Large Span Cavern in Jointed Rock Mass. The David Sugden Award was initiated by the ATS in 2004 to encourage young engineers to develop the art of technical writing. The competition is open to all ATS members and university students under 35 years of age. \nLearning Outcomes\nIvan is the David Sugden Award winner for 2022. He will present his award-winning paper in person. This presentation\, so-called’ David Sugden Award Road Show’ is one of the annual events organised by ATS. Key takeaways will include: \n\ninterpretation of discontinuities in rock mass using DFN application of the advanced analytical method to understand rock mass behaviour\nactual large cavern design case.\n\nEvent Program\n\n5.30pm: Welcome and light refreshments\n6.00pm: Presentation commencement\n7.00pm: Networking and drinks\n7.30pm: Event concludes\n\nTicket Inclusions\n\nLight refreshments\nCanapes\nNon-alcoholic beverages\nAlcoholic beverages\n\nAbout the speaker\n \nIvan Haryono\, MIEAust CPEng NER\nSenior Associate Geotechnical Engineer\, WSP \nIvan Haryono is Chartered and Registered Professional Geotechnical Engineer with over 12 years of experience on large scale tunnelling and deep excavation projects in Hong Kong\, Canada\, Australia\, Singapore\, and the Netherlands in different project stages; from tender & detailed design\, construction phase services\, forensic analysis and claims\, and independent review. He has worked on various Drill & Blast tunnels\, TBM tunnels\, deep shafts in both soft ground and rocks; for metro railway & stations\, highways\, wastewater treatment plants\, and mines. He is experienced in advanced numerical analysis for soil or rock mechanics and ground-structure interaction problems\, including finite element\, finite difference\, & distinct element methods\, and discrete fracture network modelling.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/discrete-fracture-network-approach-for-underground-support-design-optimisation-2/
LOCATION:Engineers Australia QLD\, Level 9\, 340 Adelaide St\, Brisbane\, QLD\, 4000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Queensland
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SUMMARY:Geomechanics of pressure tunnels and shafts - a critical review of existing knowledge
DESCRIPTION:Overview \nHydropower and pumped storage projects are becoming increasingly appealing as environmentally friendly energy sources and large-scale energy storage solutions. \nPressure tunnels/shafts are among the primary components of such projects. Although the design of these pressure tunnels and shafts has been well-established for decades\, during the peak of hydropower project development\, particularly prior to the 90s\, the transfer of knowledge has been adequately made only in developed countries that went through a period of reduced activity in hydropower and pumped hydro projects. \nThe design of the lining of pressure tunnels and shafts is a challenging engineering endeavour which deals with the complex coupled hydraulic-mechanical interaction between the lining and the surrounding rock mass. The lining of pressure waterways should be designed to limit head losses within the conduit to acceptable limits; control excessive leakage and risk of rock hydraulic fracturing/jacking; and ensure long-term structural capacity and serviceability during filling-up\, operation and dewatering stages. \nThis presentation will offer a brief overview of the key design factors that need to be taken into account for pressure tunnels\, including the risk of hydraulic fracturing\, hydraulic jacking\, and landslides or slope instabilities due to excessive seepage. \nFurthermore\, we will delve into the historical development\, limitations\, misconceptions\, and gaps in the commonly employed methods used to evaluate the concrete lining’s resistance to cracking in pressure tunnel and shaft designs. Finally\, we will explore the significance of filling and dewatering strategies for pressure tunnels and their impact on tunnel behaviour. \nIn this presentation you will learn: \n\nlessons learned for the design of underground structures embodied in hydropower projects\nkey design factors for pressured tunnels\nrisk identification relating to hydraulic fracturing\, hydraulic jacking\, and slope instabilities associated with excessive water pressure.\n\nProgram – in person \n\n5:30 PM – 6:00 PM: Networking  – light refreshments will be served.\n6:00 PM – 6:05 PM: Introduction of the speaker and the topic\n6:05 PM – 6:50 PM: Presentation\n6:50 PM – 7:00 PM: Q&As\n\nProgram – online (Teams link) \n\n6:00 PM – 6:05 PM: Introduction of the speaker and the topic\n6:05 PM – 6:50 PM: Presentation\n6:50 PM – 7:00 PM: Q&As\n\nPresenter \nMahdi Zoorabadi\, Technical Principal \n \nMahdi Zoorabadi (BSc\, MSc\, PhD) has 22 years of experience in consultancy and research in a broad range of tunnelling and rock engineering fields. Mahdi has been involved in site investigations and design of tunnelling\, underground structure\, dams and hydropower projects in Australia and overseas. He has extensive experience in preliminary and secondary ground support design for underground structures through empirical and numerical modelling techniques\, optioning and design of pressure tunnels\, field rock testing\, rock stress measurement\, groundwater studies\, monitoring\, and instrumentation. He won David Sudgen Award (2013) from the Australian Tunnelling Society. Mahdi is actively involved in research activities through collaboration as Adjunct Associate Professor with UNSW Sydney\, supervising PhD and Master students. Mahdi is currently serving as the Deputy-Chair of ATS VIC Chapter.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/geomechanics-of-pressure-tunnels-and-shafts-a-critical-review-of-existing-knowledge/
LOCATION:SMEC\, Tower 4\, 727 Collins St\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3008\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Online,Victoria
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SUMMARY:Tunnel Fire Safety - short course
DESCRIPTION:A one-day course by Dr Ricky Carvel from the University of Edinburgh\nCOURSE FULL – REGISTRATIONS CLOSED \nSummary: \nWorld renowned fire science researcher and educator\, Dr Ricky Carvel will present a one-day course intended as a primer for engineers or fire professionals entering\, or wanting more erudite exposure to\, the field of tunnel fire safety. \nIt covers basic fire concepts for non-fire people and basic tunnel concepts for non-tunnel people\, and then puts these together to explain how fires behave in the tunnel environment. Real tunnel fire behaviour is explored through case studies\, and topics such as fire suppression\, fire fighting\, egress and rescue. \nThe course will enable staff members of tunnel owners\, operators and responders to better understand the design\, operational and emergency response issues around fire-safe tunnels and systems and encourage designers and contractors to think more deeply than the standard answers. \nCourse syllabus: \nCarvel Tunnel Fires Australia 2023 \nThe presenter: \n \nRicky graduated in 1992 as a chemist and physicist\, with work in fire and explosion research in a private fire consultancy before completing a PhD in civil engineering in 2004 at Heriot-Watt University. Ricky’s research then continued at the University of Edinburgh\, and in 2013 morphed into lecturing on combustion and fire dynamics. \nHis work led him to co-edit the Handbook of Tunnel Fire Safety with Alan Beard (2005). For the second edition in 2011\, Ricky authored 5 chapters. \nWith a 28-year career researching and teaching about fire behaviour\, and with a particular focus on tunnels\, Ricky is uniquely qualified to deliver this course. \nTimings: \nCourse: 10 am to 5 pm \nCourse dinner (venue TBC): 6 pm – late \nCost:   \n\nCourse and dinner (includes teas/coffees\, lunch and course dinner): AU$810\nPlus a copy of the Handbook of Tunnel Fire Safety: AU$1\,040\n\nPayment: by invoice after registration. \nLocation: \neVENT Space\, 4/35 Limestone St\, Darra\, Queensland\, 4076. \nOn-street parking is available. eVENT Space is a 10 to 15 minute walk from 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 can also be arranged. \nWith the interactive nature of such a day-long course\, and the benefit of interactions with the presenter and attendees over tea breaks\, lunch and dinner\, it will be delivered as a face-to-face course only\, with no online option. \nThe course is supported by the Australian Tunnelling Society and by the Society of Fire Safety.  It is sponsored by Stacey Agnew through their eVENT Space. \nTo register your interest to attend\, confirm dietary requirements\, or make other enquiries\, email event@staceyagnew.com
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/tunnel-fire-safety-short-course/
LOCATION:eVENT Space\, 4/35 Limestone St\, Darra\, Queensland\, 4076\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230720T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230720T193000
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CREATED:20230706T093620Z
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SUMMARY:Careers in tunnelling - A young engineer's perspective
DESCRIPTION:The ATS invites all members\, non-members and students to join us for an engaging panel discussion on the first-hand experiences of 4 young tunnelling professionals\, giving their insights and lessons learned on what it’s like to work in Australia’s tunnelling industry. \nYou will have the opportunity to hear from and gain valuable guidance on career paths\, industry trends and the challenges faced by young tunnelling professionals from various sectors in the tunnelling industry\, including consultants\, contractors and suppliers. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to gather wisdom from diverse perspectives and discover the exciting possibilities that await you in the world of tunnelling. \nThis event will be held in person in Sydney and online. Registrations are essential. Sign up NOW! \nSpeakers \n \n  \nMany thanks to event sponsors:
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/careers-in-tunnelling-a-young-engineers-perspective/
LOCATION:Hybrid – webinar and in-person\, Mezzanine Floor\, 44 Market Street\, Sydney\, nsw\, 2000\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20230711T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20230711T143000
DTSTAMP:20260601T081020
CREATED:20230623T004528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230623T010849Z
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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:20230615T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230615T193000
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SUMMARY:Getting the most out of the International Tunnelling Association
DESCRIPTION:From current President Arnold Dix to the Working Groups that produce guidance to the industry\, Australian engineers are helping shape global tunnelling through their involvement in the International Tunnelling Association. Find out what they’ve been doing\, what it means for you\, and how you can get involved in this one-hour presentation. \nArnold will provide an overview of the ITA’s purpose and structure and an update from the most recent World Tunnel Congress\, followed by short updates from some of our Working Group leaders and contributors. \nIn this hybrid event – that will be live in Melbourne\, Brisbane\, Perth and Sydney\, there will be working group representatives in each location to help answer questions – whether just to understand what’s going on or to explore the possibility of getting involved yourself. \nEvent program in person (Melbourne\, Brisbane\, Perth\, and Sydney)  \n• 5.30pm: Registrations \n• 6.00pm: Event welcome \n• 6.05pm: Speaker presentation \n• 6.40pm: Audience Q&A \n• 7.00pm: Networking \n• 7.30pm: Event concludes \nEvent program online  \n• 6.00pm: Event welcome \n• 6.05pm: Speaker presentation \n• 6.40pm: Audience Q&A \n• 7.00pm: Event concludes \nTicket inclusions in person (Melbourne\, Brisbane\, Perth\, and Sydney)  \n• Light refreshments \nVenues \n• Melbourne: Leadership Hub Upper\, Engineers Australia\, Level 31\, 600 Bourke St \n• Brisbane:  Engineers Australia\, Level 9\, 340 Adelaide Street. \n• Perth:  Little Shoe\, 1st Floor\, Yagan Square\, Perth \n• Sydney: AECOM\, Level 21\, 420 George Street \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker\n\n\nArnold Dix\, President\, International Tunnelling and Underground Space Association \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBiography\nProfessor Arnold Dix is a lawyer and scientist (geologist) specialising in the underground. He is an Underground Disaster investigator. He is an internationally recognised subject matter expert in fire and life safety and collapses of the underground\, holding a distinguished service award from the United States for his contribution to the fire and life safety of road and rail tunnels (NFPA130 and NFPA502).\n\nHe is a member of the British Institute of Investigators. Arnold has served on the committees and working groups of the ITA\, FIDIC\, PIARC and NFPA for decades. He is active on all continents\, a member of the specialist Underground Works Chambers\, a member of the Victorian Bar and is a visiting Professor of Engineering (tunnels) Tokyo City University.\n\nArnold Dix loves tunnels and the underground space. He is convinced that the underground offers a range of adaptive and resilient solutions to most of the perils facing humanity today. Combining his formal qualifications in Science\, Law and Engineering he advocates for all things underground in UN SDG and ESG contexts with a smile on his face and an eye to all matters ethical. He is a disaster and fire life safety subject matter expert as well as having special law\, insurance and finance interests. He happens to be the president of ITA too.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/getting-the-most-out-of-the-international-tunnelling-association/
LOCATION:Various venues in Melbourne\, Brisbane\, Perth and Sydney
CATEGORIES:National
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230608T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230608T193000
DTSTAMP:20260601T081020
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SUMMARY:ATS NSW - Discrete fracture network approach for underground support design optimisation
DESCRIPTION:Ground support design for underground rock engineering projects often adopts empirical methods\, which were mostly developed in 1960s and 1970s. While these methods have provided a useful tool to aid design\, they have typically been based on a limited database of project experience and so their results need to be interpreted in the context of local experience and engineering judgement. Discrete Fracture Network (DFN) model allows inclusion of site-specific discontinuities data to be stochastically quantified and explicitly adopted as design input. Combined with 3D Distinct Element Method\, this approach offers a more quantifiable\, verifiable and reproduceable method to assess rock mass quality & behaviour in underground excavation projects. \nThis presentation demonstrates benefits gained from this integrated approach in ground support design for large span rock caverns using a case study. The use of DFN and explicit modelling has allowed ground support to be optimised based on site-specific and more realistic anticipated ground conditions. Ivan is the David Sugden Award winner for 2022 and will present his award-winning paper in person entitled: Discrete Fracture Network Approach in Ground Support Design Optimisation for Large Span Cavern in Jointed Rock Mass. The David Sugden Award was initiated by the ATS in 2004 to encourage young engineers to develop the art of technical writing. The competition is open to all ATS members and university students under 35 years of age. \nLearning Outcomes\nIvan is the David Sugden Award winner for 2022. He will present his award-winning paper in person. This presentation\, so-called’ David Sugden Award Road Show’ is one of the annual events organised by ATS. Key takeaways will include: \n\ninterpretation of discontinuities in rock mass using DFN application of the advanced analytical method to understand rock mass behaviour\nactual large cavern design case.\n\nEvent Program\n\n5.30pm: Welcome and light refreshments\n6.00pm: Presentation commencement\n7.00pm: Networking and drinks\n7.30pm: Event concludes\n\nTicket Inclusions\n\nLight refreshments\nCanapes\nNon-alcoholic beverages\nAlcoholic beverages\n\nAbout the speaker\n \nIvan Haryono\, MIEAust CPEng NER\nSenior Associate Geotechnical Engineer\, WSP \nIvan Haryono is Chartered and Registered Professional Geotechnical Engineer with over 12 years of experience on large scale tunnelling and deep excavation projects in Hong Kong\, Canada\, Australia\, Singapore\, and the Netherlands in different project stages; from tender & detailed design\, construction phase services\, forensic analysis and claims\, and independent review. He has worked on various Drill & Blast tunnels\, TBM tunnels\, deep shafts in both soft ground and rocks; for metro railway & stations\, highways\, wastewater treatment plants\, and mines. He is experienced in advanced numerical analysis for soil or rock mechanics and ground-structure interaction problems\, including finite element\, finite difference\, & distinct element methods\, and discrete fracture network modelling.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/ats-nsw-discrete-fracture-network-approach-for-underground-support-design-optimisation/
LOCATION:Engineers Australia\, Sydney office\, Mezzanine Floor\, 44 Market Street\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:New South Wales
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230525T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230525T190000
DTSTAMP:20260601T081020
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SUMMARY:ATS VIC - Discrete fracture network approach for underground support design optimisation
DESCRIPTION:Ground support design for underground rock engineering projects often adopts empirical methods\, which were mostly developed in 1960s and 1970s. While these methods have provided a useful tool to aid design\, they have typically been based on a limited database of project experience and so their results need to be interpreted in the context of local experience and engineering judgement. \nDiscrete Fracture Network (DFN) model allows inclusion of site-specific discontinuities data to be stochastically quantified and explicitly adopted as design input. Combined with 3D Distinct Element Method\, this approach offers a more quantifiable\, verifiable\, and reproduceable method to assess rock mass quality & behaviour in underground excavation projects. \nThis presentation demonstrates benefits gained from this integrated approach in ground support design for large span rock caverns using a case study. The use of DFN and explicit modelling has allowed ground support to be optimised based on site-specific and more realistic anticipated ground conditions. \nIvan is the David Sugden Award winner for 2022 and will present his award-winning paper in person entitled: Discrete Fracture Network Approach in Ground Support Design Optimisation for Large Span Cavern in Jointed Rock Mass.You can read Ivan’s winning paper here. \nThe David Sugden Award was initiated by the ATS in 2004 to encourage young engineers to develop the art of technical writing. The competition is open to all ATS members and university students under 35 years of age. \nEvent program\n\n5:30-6.00pm: Networking\n6-6.50pm: Presentation\n6:50-7.00pm:Q&A and closing comments\n\nAbout the speaker\n \nIvan Haryono\, MIEAust CPEng NER\nSenior Associate Geotechnical Engineer \nIvan Haryono is Chartered and Registered Professional Geotechnical Engineer with over 12 years of experience on large scale tunnelling and deep excavation projects in Hong Kong\, Canada\, Australia\, Singapore and the Netherlands in different project stages; from tender and detailed design\, construction phase services\, forensic analysis and claims\, and independent review. He has worked on various Drill and Blast tunnels\, TBM tunnels\, deep shafts in both soft ground and rocks; for metro railway & stations\, highways\, wastewater treatment plants\, and mines. He is experienced in advanced numerical analysis for soil or rock mechanics and ground-structure interaction problems\, including finite element\, finite difference\, and distinct element methods\, and discrete fracture network modelling.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/discrete-fracture-network-approach-for-underground-support-design-optimisation/
LOCATION:230 Kwong Lee Dow Building\, 234 Queensberry Street\, Carlton\, VIC\, 3053\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230524T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230524T193000
DTSTAMP:20260601T081020
CREATED:20230419T225548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T014951Z
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SUMMARY:The use of fibre optics to improve tunnel support design
DESCRIPTION:Optimisation of tunnel ground support through observational approaches necessitates a comprehensive monitoring programme to verify design assumptions regarding the performance of ground support systems. However the interaction of ground support and the surrounding rock mass is difficult to measure accurately\, with current methods focusing on individual locations or devices to represent a ground behaviour. \nThis presentation summarises a strategy to determine the continuous performance of ground support elements as part of the overall support system in conjunction with assessment of ground behaviour and its response to construction. Central to this is the application of a distributed optical strain sensing technology in combination with ground support elements. \nUse of this technology allows optimisation of ground support configuration\, improved ground characterisation\, improved safety\, reduced time and costs and the development and validation of numerical tools for design engineers. Four case studies\, including Northconnex using this technology are described. \nLearning outcomes for this event include: \nA distributed optical strain-sensing technique is presented as a solution for measuring the strain distribution along ground support members used in underground works.\nThe development of this technique that captures in-situ support behaviour in terms of coaxial\, lateral\, and shear loading arrangements will be summarised.\nDesign engineers can use the data to evaluate the performance of the prescribed tunnel support. \nEvent Program \n5:30pm – Registration and networking\n6:00pm – Presentation commences\n6:40pm – Q&A\n7:00pm – Discussion and drinks\n7:30pm – Event close\n*Times listed are AEDT \n  \nThe event is sponsored by GEODATA KODA Australia ! \nAbout the presenter\nDr. Nicholas Vlachopoulos  (PhD\, CD\, PEng\, PEGr\, FEIC\, FEC) \n \n• Professor of Civil Engineering at the Royal Military College of Canada\, Cross-Appointed at Queen’s University\n• Director at the Queen’s-RMC GeoEngineeirng Center\n• Founder and Director of the RMC Green Team \nDr. Nicholas Vlachopoulos specialises in the optimization of support systems of underground works\, rock mechanics\, and geotechnical monitoring. He is a professional engineer with over 25 years of experience in geotechnical / geological engineering\, sustainability works and project management on major construction and research projects. He has worked at well over 150 locations nationally and internationally. In 2023\, he was inducted as a Fellow within the Engineering Institute of Canada (FEIC) for “Excellence in Engineering and services to the profession and to society”. More relevant information about the speaker can be seen by visiting the website here: https://nicholasvlachopoulos.ca/index.html
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/the-use-of-fibre-optics-to-improve-tunnel-support-design/
LOCATION:EA Sydney Office\, Mezzanine Level\, 44 Market Street\, Sydney\, New South Wales\, 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:New South Wales
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230518T053000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230518T200000
DTSTAMP:20260601T081020
CREATED:20230411T051156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230411T052120Z
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SUMMARY:Tunnelling Risk Management on the Forrestfield Airport Link Project (FAL)\, Perth
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThe Australian Tunnelling Society and Institution of Civil Engineers invite you to an evening of knowledge sharing\, Q&A\, and networking. \nSynopsis\nThe talk will briefly describe the successful soft ground tunnelling project and lessons learnt\, including strategies used to manage geotechnical risk\, ground conditions\, TBM tunnelling and cross passage construction. \nSome of the more notable incidents during tunnelling will be described including a major flooding and ground loss incident at a cross passage-tunnel connection requiring remediation and repair of 25m of damaged tunnel by hydro demolition and SGI lining\, TBM screw failures underground and severe clogging in tertiary siltstone/sandstone materials. Slurry circuit challenges\, ground movement and infrastructure protection including tunneling under Perth Airport runways\, taxiways\, aprons and jet fuel lines will also be described. \nThe $1.86 billion Forrestfield-Airport Link was jointly funded by the Australian and Western Australian governments. The project was delivered by lead contractor Salini Impregilo-NRW Joint Venture on behalf of the Public Transport Authority of Western Australia. \nTimeline\n5.30pm – 6.00pm: Networking and refreshments\n6.00pm – 7.00pm: Presentation\n7.00pm – 8.00pm Networking and refreshments \nDetails\nHybrid webinar and in person event \nSpeaker \nEric Hudson-Smith\, BE (Hons)\, ME\, Geotechnical and Tunnelling Manager\, PTA \n \nEric Hudson-Smith has a Master’s degree in engineering and over 40 years’ experience on a wide range of projects in Australia\, New Zealand\, Indonesia\, Singapore\, Mongolia and Iran. He has worked on soft ground tunnelling projects for both Owners and Contractors at various stages of feasibility\, tender document reparation\, tendering\, design\, construction\, claims\, litigations and operating tunnel maintenance (investigation and repair of damaged tunnels and underground structures) in Singapore\, New Zealand and Australia. Projects have included bored and cut and cover tunnels\, microtunnels\, pipe jacks and HDD projects\, cross passages and deep shafts for road\, rail\, sewerage\, materials handling\, power and water supply schemes. He was Chair of the WA Chapter and Deputy National Chair\, Australian Tunnelling Society\, 2004-2015 and has been an active committee member since. \nHuge thanks to Austunnel for sponsoring this event.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/tunnelling-risk-management-on-the-forrestfield-airport-link-project-fal-perth/
LOCATION:Hybrid – online and in person at Little Shoe\, 1st Floor\, Yagan Square\, Perth
CATEGORIES:National,Western Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230516T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230516T200000
DTSTAMP:20260601T081020
CREATED:20230411T063315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230412T020309Z
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SUMMARY:Ground Challenges in Melbourne's Metro Tunnel Project
DESCRIPTION:Overview \nPlease join us for the first in the new season of ICE technical presentations at Arup’s office in Melbourne and online. This fascinating talk\, presented in collaboration between the ICE and the Australian Tunnel Society (ATS)\, will explore the ground challenges on the Metro Tunnel Project. The event will also be live streamed\, which provides a great opportunity for ATS members beyond Victoria to attend\, or for locals who cannot make it along in person. \nMelbourne’s Metro Tunnel Project is the first major metropolitan rail infrastructure project in over four decades. The project consists of 9-km twin rail tunnels and 5 new stations connecting South Kensington and South Yarra underneath Melbourne’s Central Business District (CBD). This event will be presented by Ruby Chan of Bouygues Construction Australia and Elena Gavazzi of Arup. \nThe project has faced many challenges due to its complexity across various aspects such as engineering\, architecture\, and construction. This technical talk focuses initially on the ground challenges faced during design and construction of the Cross Passages and Caverns and specifically\, how we\, as engineers\, have tackled those challenges and positively contributed to the timely delivery the Project. The final part of the evening gives an overview of the methodology used in the design of the permanent lining for the 30m wide station caverns which are in construction under the hustle and bustle of the Melbourne CBD. \nSchedule \nThe running order of the event will be: \n\n17.30 – 18.00 registration and networking\n18.00 – 19.00 Presentation and questions\n19.00 – 20.00 Networking/close\n\nSpeakers \nChan Sin Ping\, Ruby | Geotechnical Manager | Bouygues Construction Australia \nRuby is a geotechnical manager of Bouygues Construction Australia\, a chartered Engineer\, a chartered Geologist and a Member of the Institution of Civil Engineers\, starting from Hong Kong and now in Australia with approx. 15 years’ experience in infrastructure construction industry\, focusing on tunnelling and foundations. \nRuby is the former Geotechnical Manager (East & West Precincts) of CYP at Melbourne’s Metro Tunnel Project responsible for ground risks identification and management. She managed technical aspects of cross passages ground improvement works from surface and in tunnels which are critical for safe tunnelling and timely delivery of the project. \nElena Gavazzi | Associate Principal | Arup \nElena is an Associate Principal and Group Leader within the Arup Victorian practice as well as leading the Arup tunnelling team in this region. Elena is a Chartered Civil Engineer with 15 years professional experience in the Australian and UK engineering and construction industries. Throughout her career Elena has worked on several high-profile tunnelling projects including Melbourne’s Metro Tunnel project\, High Speed 2 and Crossrail\, covering roles from Design Lead to Delivery Director. \nElena has extensive experience in project delivery; during her career Elena has developed excellent technical and engineering knowledge\, including critical interface and integration requirements for multi-disciplinary projects. Elena is a passionate leader and able to motivate team members to achieve key goals and objectives.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/ground-challenges-in-melbournes-metro-tunnel-project/
LOCATION:Hybrid – in person and online at ARUP Melbourne\, 699 Collins Street\, Docklands\, Victoria\, 3008
CATEGORIES:Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230502T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230502T213000
DTSTAMP:20260601T081020
CREATED:20230406T014316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230406T014633Z
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SUMMARY:North East Link Program tunnel design overview
DESCRIPTION:Overview \nThis presentation provides an overview of the tunnel design for the iconic North East Link Program. This is the largest tunnel project Melbourne has ever seen. \nNorth East Link (NEL) is the largest investment in a road project in Victoria’s history. It is the missing link in Melbourne’s orbital freeway between an upgraded Eastern Freeway and the M80 Ring Road. The project consists of approximately 5 km twin TBM tunnels\, each with a 14.1 m internal diameter\, two SEM mined tunnels and two cut-and-cover structures at Watsonia and Manningham. Delve Underground is the main tunnel design consultant contracted to deliver this project by SPARK consortium consists of WeBuild\, GS Engineering and Construction\, CPB Contractors\, China Construction Oceania\, Ventia\, Capella Capital\, John Laing Investments\, DIF and Pacific Partnerships. \nThe presentation will focus on the key design challenges and solutions for various design aspects including TBM temporary structures\, large-diameter TBM tunnel segments\, and Sequential Excavation Method (SEM) tunnel lining. The project adopts advanced Digital Engineering to centralise design information and facilitate asset management. \nAttendees will also be provided a unique insight into the design considerations\, key design challenges and solutions for various design aspects. The presentation will also provide an overview for the advanced Digital Engineering works carried out for the project. It is intended to be a knowledge sharing session to those who works in the tunnelling industry\, including tunnel designers\, contractors\, project managers\, and asset owners. \nThe presentation will showcase the complex 3D digital parametric models created for the project are showcased. \nThis event is programmed by ATS Young Members with the sponsorship by DELVE Underground. \nEvent program \n\n5.30 – 6.00 pm networking\n6.00 – 7.00 pm presentation followed by Q&A\n\nAbout the presenters \nRenee Shi\nAssociate engineer \nRenee Shi is a Senior Project Engineer at Delve Underground with over eight years of experience in design of underground structures and tunnels. She has worked on a number of local and international major infracture projects. Renee is the Design Package Lead for TBM tunnel lining on the North East Link Programe. \nJacob Liu\nProject structural engineer \nJacob Liu is a project structural engineer hailing from Delve Underground’s Auckland office. He has 7 years of industry experience and has worked on a wide range of structures including large-scale infrastructure\, underground structures\, bridges\, and residential buildings. His expertise comprises 2D and 3D FEA numerical modelling; the development and review of design calculations\, drawings\, and specifications; and the provision of construction phase services. \nDenis Tepavac\nAssociate – Tunnels\, Delve Underground \nDenis is an Associate engineer at Delve Underground with 13 years of experience in tunnelling on a wide range of transportation\, water and wastewater projects\, both in Australia and internationally. He has diverse design experience in metro rail\, road tunnel and large-scale underground structures. Denis is the project-wide Design Discipline Lead for SEM scope and permanent tunnel linings on the North East Link Program. \nElnaz Saminfar\nDesign Technology Specialist IV\, Delve Underground \nElnaz is a Design Technology Specialist IV at Delve Underground. She is an experienced computational designer with a structural engineering background in infrastructure and building projects. The ability to use a wide range of modelling software gives her unique flexibility in automating the process of creating complex 3D digital parametric models that can be modified and updated as required. She is the modelling lead for most of the packages on the North East Link project.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/north-east-link-program-tunnel-design-overview/
LOCATION:Level 15/385 Bourke Street\, Melbourne
CATEGORIES:Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230427T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230427T170000
DTSTAMP:20260601T081020
CREATED:20221215T222801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230421T021150Z
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SUMMARY:Building around existing tunnels seminar
DESCRIPTION:Join the Australian Tunnelling Society (ATS) and Australian Geomechanics Society (AGS) for a one-day seminar on the impacts that building construction has on tunnels. \nThere is an increasing demand for the assessment of the potential impact of new building construction\, including new tunnels\, on existing tunnels and other underground infrastructure. \nThere are limited resources both on the approvals side and for developers to carry out these assessments and particularly in a timely manner. \nThe purpose of this seminar is for presentations\, papers and a panel discussion to provide useful information for the broad range of participants involved. Particularly referring standards and guidelines including applicability of structural and geotechnical assessment criteria. \nThe tunnels involved could be road\, rail\, sewer or water supply. Topics could also include-analysis case studies\, monitoring methods and data\, dilapidation surveys\, the approval process\, predictions of impacts verses actual impacts and any economic\, property or legal issues. \nMorning tea\, lunch and afternoon tea will be provided. \nProgram\n8:30 Arrival and registration \n9:00 Welcome and Introduction – Ted Nye \n9:10 Design of the CRR station caverns for future over site development – Strath Clarke \n9:35 Preliminary impact assessment for new building development applications over existing tunnels – Don Cooper & Adrian Chau \n10:00 Deep excavation in Sydney Sandstone adjacent to planned metro tunnels – Paul Hewitt \n10:25 Questions \n10:35 Morning Tea \n10:55 City Shaping Infrastructure Projects: The Sydney Metro Corridor Protection Development Review Process – Owen Davies \n11:20 Development Near Underground Rail Corridors – Engineering Assessment with Case Studies – Jiping Pan \n11:45 Technical assessment of new developments impact on historical and recent tunnels in Melbourne – Lesley Yang \n12:10 Containment system for deep excavations with adjoining tunnels – video presentation – Marco Perez \n12:35 Questions \n12:45 Lunch \n13:30 A case study – Tunnelling adjacent to a major water transfer tunnel – Mark Sheffield \n13:55 Modelling potential impact on critical and heritage buried infrastructure from adjacent development – A. Sarathchandran \n14:20 Basement Excavation Analysis – Potential impact on the North Georges River Sewer (NGRS) – Ted Nye \n14:45 Questions \n14:55 Afternoon Tea \n15:15 Assessment of the impact of a new building development on the future Rozelle Interchange Tunnels in Sydney – Sabrina Kost \n15:40 Feasibility study on the effect of a building development near tunnels at Sydney CBD – M. Khoshini \n16:05 Barangaroo South – International Tower 3 – Protecting a Future Rail Corridor – Ted Nye \n16:30 Questions \n16:40 Close \nClick here for registration and costs \nClick here to view the program
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/building-around-existing-tunnels-seminar/
LOCATION:Clifton Event Solutions\, Level 13\, 60 Margaret Street\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230424T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230424T120000
DTSTAMP:20260601T081020
CREATED:20230324T034107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T051326Z
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SUMMARY:ATS VIC Technical Site Visit – Westgate Tunnel Project\, Melbourne
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now closed. \nDate: Monday 24 April 2023 \nTime: 09:00 – 12:00 (AEST) \n09:00 sharp commencement\, 20 mins of project briefing prior to site visit commencing. \nMeeting Point: West Gate Tunnel Project Info Centre. Opposite Murray’s Coaches\, which is located at 2 Somerville Road\, Yarraville 3013 \nVisitor parking is available at the information centre\, as clearly indicated by appropriate signage \nCost: Complimentary to ATS members \nRegistration: Attendees must first register to be entered into a draw for the places\, as the maximum number of participants will be strictly limited 15 visiting ATS members. \nPlease submit your registration of interest to attend this exciting tunnel project visit via this Registration Link by COB Monday 3rd April\, registrations of interest received after this date will not be included in the draw. Successful registrants will be notified of their selection via email after the draw has taken place. \nPlan for the day of the Site Visit \nAt 09:00 sharp\, on 24th April\, the project orientation and safety induction will commence. All ATS visitors must be fit for walking down to and within the tunnel\, there will be several kilometres of walking. Please do not submit an expression of interest to visit the tunnel if you feel you might not be able to meet this requirement. The site visit will then conclude by 12:00 (midday). \nYou must bring your own Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)\, as listed below: \n\nSteel capped lace up safety boots\,\nLong trousers\,\nLong-sleeved orange reflectorised shirt (or other long-sleeved shirt/jacket PLUS high-vis vest)\nSafety glasses\,\nHard hat.\n\nAll PPE must be in good condition and suitable for use on site. Incorrect or missing PPE will result in non-admission to the tunnel\, this will be strictly enforced by the project representative on the day. \nWestgate Tunnel Project Background \nThe West Gate Tunnel Project includes tunnels and an elevated motorway connecting the West Gate Freeway with the Port of Melbourne\, CityLink and the city. It provides an alternative crossing of the Maribyrnong River to the West Gate Bridge. The West Gate Tunnel also involves the widening of the West Gate Freeway (from the M80 Ring Road and Princes Freeway to Williamstown Road) and upgrades to the road connections. \nThe West Gate Tunnel has three components: \n\nWest Gate Freeway – connection of the M80 and Princes Freeway to the southern portals of the tunnels\, including connections to Grieve Parade\, Millers Road\, Williamstown Road\, Hyde Street and the West Gate Bridge.\nTwin tunnels – southern portals\, which connect to the West Gate Freeway\, and the northern portal\, which connects to the new bridge over the Maribyrnong River.\nPort\, CityLink and city connections – connects from the north tunnel portal to the city and includes the Maribyrnong River crossing\, connections to the Port of Melbourne\, elevated roads along Footscray Road\, and connections to CityLink and the city\, including the Wurundjeri Way extension.\n\nThe Project also includes improvements to the shared use path network\, including the extension of the Federation Trail to Hyde Street\, an elevated veloway for cyclists above Footscray Road\, a link to the Moonee Ponds Creek Trail and a new cycling bridge adjacent to Dynon Road. \nFor more information visit www.westgatetunnelproject.vic.gov.au \nThe twin\, three lane tunnels are approximately 4 km long (outbound) and 2.8 km long (inbound) and are being constructed using two Herrenknecht Earth Balance (EPB) TBMs. The Inbound tunnel recently successfully completed its drive\, breaking through in February 2023. The Outbound tunnel breakthrough is expected imminently\, in Q2 2023
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/ats-vic-technical-site-visit-westgate-tunnel-project-melbourne/
LOCATION:West Gate Tunnel Project Info Centre\, 2 Somerville Road\, Yarraville\, Victoria\, 3013\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230420T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230420T190000
DTSTAMP:20260601T081020
CREATED:20230313T045324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230320T005459Z
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SUMMARY:Brisbane Metro Adelaide Street tunnel
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThe Adelaide Street tunnel is a critical piece of the Brisbane Metro project that provides additional capacity to Brisbane’s public transport system but requires the construction of a new road only 3.5m below the existing roadway. \nThis presentation will describe the need for the tunnel and the constraints of complex geology\, buried services\, traffic loading\, adjacent heritage structures\, and a demanding construction program with very little support site area. The presentation will describe how these challenging constraints have been met\, including the design and construction of a relatively large span soft ground tunnel\, which involves over 20km of canopy tubes and 19kms of fiberglass face nails installed in a complex construction sequence to minimise surface movements and provide sufficient space for the final bidirectional tunnel. The presentation will also include a brief update of construction progress. \nIn this presentation\, you will learn: \n\nwhat drives shallow tunnelling over cut and cover\n\n\nhow typical urban constraints can be overcome to successfully design and execute a shallow soft ground tunnel.\n\nEvent program\nIn-person:  \n\n5:30pm AEST: Arrival and registrations open.\n\n\n6:00pm AEST: Presentation commences.\n\n\n7:00pm AEST: Presentation concludes.\n\n\n7:00pm AEST: Networking commences.\n\nOnline:  \n\n6:00pm AEST: Presentation commences.\n\n\n7:00pm AEST: Presentation concludes.\n\nWho should attend?\nTunnelling engineers and those interested in this space. \nAbout the speakers\nHenry Unwin FIEAust CPEng\nPrincipal Project Manager at Brisbane City Council \nAfter graduating from Portsmouth Polytechnic in 1984\, he started work with Taylor Woodrow Construction working on projects in the industrial\, commercial\, wastewater\, and nuclear projects across the UK\, and the renovation and extension of the Hunghom Rail Terminus in Kowloon (with 100\,000 passengers per day commuting through the construction works). Henry migrated to Australia in 2008 and worked as Engineering Manager on a number of major infrastructure projects including Brisbane Airport Domestic Terminal Expansion; Sydney Metro; Darwin\, Gladstone and Broome LNG projects; Surat Basin Rail and a major 100Ml/d Water Treatment Plant. Henry is currently Principal Project Manager Infrastructure Design & Assurance on Council’s Brisbane Metro project. \nRussell Connors\nSenior Project Engineer\, Acciona \nRussell Connors is a Senior Project Engineer who has worked on several technically challenging and complex tunnelling projects across Australia and Singapore. Russell’s experience includes Earth Pressure Balance and Slurry Shield Tunnel Boring Machines operating in dense urban environments. Russell is currently involved with the planning and execution of the Adelaide Street Tunnel through the heart of Brisbane CBD\, a soft ground mined tunnel with extremely low ground cover close to heritage listed and sensitive structures. Originating from Melbourne\, Australia\, Russell graduated from RMIT University with a Bachelor of Civil Engineering and Infrastructure. Russell has also received several awards from Australian and Singaporean tunnelling societies recognising his technical expertise. \nSilvia Ferrero MIEAust CPEng NER\nGeotechnical Engineer at Arup \nSilvia is a geotechnical engineer in Arup with over 20 years’ experience in the design and delivery of small to large scale projects\, from concept design to detailed design. Silvia completed her engineering studies in Italy\, and then moved to the UK where she worked as junior engineer for 4 years\, before joining Arup in the Milan office and then moving to Brisbane in 2011. Silvia’s experience is mostly focused on design and review of geotechnical aspects within multidisciplinary projects\, including infrastructure and building projects. For Brisbane Metro\, Silvia led the geotechnical and structures team\, developing the geotechnical interpretation of the ground conditions and geotechnical design.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/brisbane-metro-adelaide-street-tunnel/
LOCATION:Hybrid – online and in person at Little Shoe\, 1st Floor\, Yagan Square\, Perth
CATEGORIES:Online,Queensland
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230330T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230330T190000
DTSTAMP:20260601T081020
CREATED:20230222T003322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230224T004103Z
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SUMMARY:Kidston pumped hydroelectric scheme design and construction
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nWhen operational\, the Kidston Pumped Hydroelectric Scheme (K2-Hydro) will be Australia’s first Pumped Hydro project in over 40 years and will have the capacity to generate 250MW for up to approximately 8 hours. It repurposes the Kidston Gold Mine which finally closed in 2001. Design and construction commenced in April 2021 with tunnelling commencing in December that year with the 1500m long drill and blast main access tunnel. \nAfter several years of development\, the owner Genex\, awarded an EPC Contract to the McConnel Dowell and John Holland Joint Venture (MDJH-JV) in March 2021 with site work starting in May 2021 and tunnelling work in December 2021. A joint venture of GHD and Mott MacDonald was engaged through the ECI and delivery phase to design the overall facility\, including all tunnels and caverns\, dam\, powerhouse and transformer hall\, hydraulics\, power waterways\, FLS and ventilation\, balance of plant and local infrastructure. \nTunnelling works on this project consist of 2.85km of tunnels\, 1km of shafts and over 70\,000 cubic meters of cavern excavations. \nThe presentation will explore: \n\nthe impact the geology of the area had on the project and gain an understanding of the geology\nwhy the various tunnel types were chosen\nwhat to consider for support design methods\nhow far the construction project has progressed.\n\nEvent program\nIn-person event \n\nAttendees’ arrival: 5.45pm AEST\nEvent commences: 6.00pm AEST\nEvent concludes: 7.00pm AEST\nNetworking: 7.00pm – 7.30pm AEST\nEvening concludes: 7.30pm AEST\n\nWebinar \n\nEvent commences: 7.00pm AEDT\nEvent concludes: 8.00pm AEDT\n\nAbout the presenters\nBrendan Henry\nPractice Leader\, GHD Tunnels and Engineering \nBrendan has 30 years of experience on a wide range of tunnelling and heavy civil engineering projects as contractor and designer\, working in UK\, Singapore\, Canada and for the last 14 years\, Australia\, arriving in 2008 as Engineering Manager for the TBM Tunnels on Airport Link with John Holland. Brendan has now been with GHD for 10 years\, working on all phases of tunnel project delivery and most recently on the detailed design for D&C projects such as a 7.3km water transfer scheme in Philippines\, Metro West in Sydney\, and as the Engineering Delivery Manager for the design JV on Kidston. \nPeter Gaylard\, MIEAust CPEng NER\nSenior Project Manager\, John Holland \nPeter has 15yrs of experience in delivery of complex infrastructure including on major Tunnelling\, Materials Handling\, Mining\, General Building and Utility Services projects. Major projects worked on have included the Brisbane Airport Link Kedron Interchange Mined Tunnels\, Wiggins Island Coal Export Terminal Stockyard Structural\, Mechanical and Electrical package\, Grosvenor Coal Mine Access Decline TBM and early works for the Brisbane Cross River Rail Roma St site. A Chartered Professional Engineer in both Civil and Mechanical disciplines Peter takes a multidisciplinary approach to project delivery and is trusted to find innovative solutions for each project.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/kidston-pumped-hydroelectric-scheme-design-and-construction/
LOCATION:Hybrid – online and in person at Little Shoe\, 1st Floor\, Yagan Square\, Perth
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230323T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230323T193000
DTSTAMP:20260601T081020
CREATED:20230307T001245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230313T025058Z
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SUMMARY:Herrenknecht Presentation - Mechanised sinking of deep shafts in hard rock
DESCRIPTION:Register now for limited places!\nIn 2022\, Herrenknecht revealed details about its latest mechanised shaft sinking solution for mining\, the Shaft Boring Cutterhead (SBC).  \nJoin us for this special presentation which is not to be missed – limited places! \nThe company\, which has successfully delivered its Vertical Shaft Sinking Machine (VSM) & Shaft Boring Roadheader (SBR) to soft-to-medium rock sinking applications in mining\, has equipped its latest concept for hard rock up to 250 MPa uniaxial compressive strength (UCS)\, with the machine able to carry out cutting\, lining and mucking operations concurrently. \n \nThe SBC had been designed for shaft diameters up to 9 m and shaft depths of approximately -1\,500 m. The machine weight starts from 450 t and it is 45 m in length. \nPatrick will present the SBC’s specifications and its capabilities as well as some of the projects completed to date.  \nThis is an excellent networking opportunity and light refreshments will be served. \nRegistration details to follow soon. \nPresenter\n \nPatrick Rennkamp has been Product Manager Mining for Herrenknecht for over 20 years. He has a wide range of experience in both horizontal and vertical mechanised excavation methods where he is a leader in this field.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/herrenknecht-presentation-mechanised-sinking-of-deep-shafts-in-hard-rock/
LOCATION:Aurecon – 25 King Street\, Bowen Hills\, QLD 4006
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230316T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230316T190000
DTSTAMP:20260601T081020
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:20230309T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230309T193000
DTSTAMP:20260601T081020
CREATED:20230226T082715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230308T005341Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrating diversity in tunnel engineering
DESCRIPTION:Join us to celebrate International Women’s Day and diversity in tunnel engineering \nThe Australian Tunnelling Society (ATS) and Diversity in Tunnelling (DiT) team cordially invite you to join us for the upcoming event to mark International Women’s Day with presentations from key women in the industry (followed by Q & A). \nEvent Program (AEDT) \n5:30pm – Registrations open & light refreshments \n6:00pm – Event commences \n6:45pm – Q&A \n7:00pm – Discussion & drinks \n7:30pm – Event close \n\nWho should attend: Tunnelling engineers\, and all those interested in the space. \nSpeaker 1 – Nina Kilpinen\, Managing Director at Seed Engineering Australia \n \nNina is a successful engineer\, expert project manager and business leader\, with almost twenty-five years of professional experience. She is the founder and Managing Director of Seed Engineering\, specialising in the development and management of complex civil infrastructure projects\, large team leadership and business management. Nina is recognised for her efficiency\, versatility\, creativity and team building leadership capabilities\, which she brings to the large-scale civil infrastructure projects she has managed. \nNina has a depth of business experience. She has founded and operated successful retail businesses\, worked as non-executive director at the Australian Theatre for Young People\, is a casual academic and member of the Professional Advisory Board at the University of Technology Sydney\, a Fellow of Engineers Australia and a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. She holds tertiary qualifications in engineering\, construction law and engineering management and is passionate about building leadership skills in the next generation of engineers. Nina was awarded the highly commended Consult Australia Female Leadership Champions of Change award in 2017\, in recognition of her support for women in engineering. She is an active and founding member of the NSW Construction Industry diversity and inclusion roundtable\, which includes representatives from over twenty construction\, consulting\, government and academic organisations. \nNina lives in the upper Blue Mts with her husband\, three children and two dogs. She is a keen snow sports enthusiast and aims to spend at least forty days per year\, on the snow. \nSpeaker 2 – Iris Yim\, Lead Engineering Geologist at Aurecon \n \nIris is an engineering geologist in Aurecon with about 15 years’ experience in Australia and internationally. She worked on few challenging tunnel projects such as the Express Railway link and South Island Line Admiralty Extension in Hong Kong\, Westconnex Stage 2b and 3a in Sydney. Other experiences such as geohazard risk assessment and mitigation and earthquake risk assessment in HK and New Zealand.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/celebrating-diversity-in-tunnel-engineering/
LOCATION:EA Sydney Office\, Mezzanine Level\, 44 Market Street\, Sydney\, New South Wales\, 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:New South Wales
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230223T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230223T190000
DTSTAMP:20260601T081020
CREATED:20230208T001338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230215T040151Z
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SUMMARY:Fire testing of tunnel concrete lining segments – requirements and practical advice
DESCRIPTION:This presentation provides a detailed summary of the structural fire testing requirements for concrete used in tunnel infrastructures. \nContrasting with building fires\, tunnel fires are more significant within a few minutes due to the confined space\, which can cause concrete spalling and jeopardise the tunnel supporting capacity. This fire-induced damage should be a substantial concern to designers. The catastrophic European tunnel fire events in 1999 and 2001 led to the development of innovative regulations and recommendations\, including guidelines endorsed by the European Federation of National (EFNARC 132F r3:2006) and Efectis R0695:2020. This presentation provides an overview of these test standards and the tests conducted at the Victoria University full-scale NATA facility. \nPresentation overview \nAs more cities in Australia and overseas dig deep underground to build congestion-busting car and train tunnels\, they are exposed to risks incurred by fire-induced damage to tunnel lining. Spalling occurs when small pieces of concrete explode during fire or mechanical pressure\, weakening the concrete and putting tunnels at risk of collapse. It has been linked to tunnel disasters and deaths overseas\, including the Mount Blanc and St Gottard Tunnels in Switzerland (1999 and 2002 respectively). \nDr Maurice Guerrieri is using his expertise in ‘concrete spalling’ to test how various concrete samples respond to fire. Using the fire testing facilities in Victoria University\, he is working on major tunnel projects to ensure they meet relevant fire-testing standards. \nThe presentation will demonstrate the test results on several concrete samples with various ratios of aggregate rock\, sand\, gravel and cement in temperatures of up to 1300 degrees centigrade to test for spalling since late last year. It offers useful lessons to tunnel designers\, contractors\, project managers\, asset owners\, and so forth. \nSpeaker bio \nProfessor Maurice Guerrieri is a senior Principal research fellow within the Institute of Sustainable Industries & Liveable Cities (ISILC) at Victoria University. He is the chief engineer in charge of the NATA Structural Fire Testing Facility located at the Werribee Campus. Maurice’s research interest is centred around the performance of concrete in fire and\, to date\, has undertaken full-scale structural fire testing relating to tunnels for some of Australia’s major infrastructure projects. \n \n 
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/fire-testing-of-tunnel-concrete-lining-segments-requirements-and-practical-advice/
LOCATION:Melbourne Engineers Australia office
CATEGORIES:Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230216T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230216T190000
DTSTAMP:20260601T081020
CREATED:20230207T234842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T230839Z
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SUMMARY:The missing link: Constructing the WestConnex M4-M8 Link tunnels
DESCRIPTION:How outstanding project leadership and innovation lead to successful delivery of the critical link for the WestConnex project. \nThe WestConnex M4M8 Tunnels is the final link for integrating the overall WestConnex tunnel network\, providing the critical link between the M4 at Haberfield and M8 at St Peters\, and creating the longest continuous underground motorway in Australia. This presentation covers how a strong leadership culture\, along with design and construction innovations\, enabled the team to safely deliver the project ahead of time\, on budget and to the client’s satisfaction. \nWho should attend: Tunnelling & Construction engineers\, and anyone interested in the space. \nHow to attend: This is a hybrid event so you can attend in person or online. \nSpeaker 1 – Emmanuel Clech\, Project Design & Construction Director at Acciona Samsung Bouygues JV \nEmmanuel has over 33 years construction and management experience on international tunnel projects. He has successfully delivered major Infrastructure worldwide. His most recent role has been Project Design & Construction Director for the A$3.25B Westconnex M4-M5 Link Tunnels in Sydney\, Australia. Emmanuel thrives on building highly capable teams with a “one team” culture where everyone is clear on the direction\, openly communicate\, collaborate\, and support each other. He supports his one-team focus with a commitment to providing training\, staff development\, and continuously improving safety across the project lifecycle. \nSpeaker 2 – Andrew Marsonet\, Project Director at Acciona Samsung Bouygues JV \nAndrew has more than 40 years of construction experience\, with a focus on the delivery of large-scale civil infrastructure in brownfield environments. Over the past 20 years Andrew has held senior management positions and assumed accountability for winning and delivering design/construction of major projects. \nHis projects have included the M4–M5 Link Tunnels\, M2 Motorway Upgrade\, major elements of the Sydney Harbour Tunnel and the tunnel packages of the New Southern Rail Airport Link in Sydney. A natural leader with an open and engaging approach\, his collaborative leadership style has contributed to his effectiveness in project and operational management roles. \nSpeaker 3 – Dr. David Oliviera\, Technical Director\, Tunnelling at Aurecon \nDr David Oliveira is a Fellow of Engineers Australia with over 23 years of experience in geotechnical and civil engineering and highly regarded technical competence. He is currently a Technical Director\, Tunnelling with Aurecon and is passionate about innovation and intelligent risk taking\, focusing on delivering the highest levels of service and quality engineering to clients. His most recent experiences in tunnelling include the M4-M5 Link Tunnels\, Sydney Metro West Central Tunnelling Package and Hinkley Point C Nuclear Power Plant in the UK. \nThis event is sponsored by Jacobs and Aurecon.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/the-missing-link-constructing-the-westconnex-m4-m8-link-tunnels/
LOCATION:Hybrid – online and in person at Aurecon – Level 11\, 73 Miller St\, North Sydney\, Level 11/73 Miller St\, North Sydney\, New South Wales\, 2060\, Australia
CATEGORIES:National
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221214T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221214T193000
DTSTAMP:20260601T081020
CREATED:20221212T013430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221212T013430Z
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SUMMARY:ATS NSW Chapter AGM - TBM Tunnelling in the Himalayas
DESCRIPTION:The NSW Chapter of the ATS is having its annual AGM on 14 December 2022. Subhash Soni from TfNSW will also provide a presentation on his experiences with TBM tunnelling in the Himalayas.\nAaron Lippett\, NSW Young Members Representative\, will also provide a brief update on the Young Member’s initiative to update the ATS Tunnel Design Guideline. \nSubhash’s presentation covers the challenges faced during TBM tunnelling in complex Himalayan geology at greater depth where ground conditions are highly variable with numerous fault zones. The complexity of tunnelling in the Himalaya’s coupled with case studies including retrieving the stuck TBMs and retrofitting the machine to resume operations. This promises to be an interesting talk to end the year. \nDr. Subhash Soni is a Fellow member of Engineers Australia and working as Technical Lead for Tunnel Structure within Advance Technical Services of TfNSW. He has more than 20 years’ experience in the design and construction of tunnels in road\, metro\, rail\, hydropower desalination and other utilities.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/ats-nsw-chapter-agm-tbm-tunnelling-in-the-himalayas/
LOCATION:Aurecon\, Level 8\, 850 Collins Street\, Docklands\, VIC\, 3008
CATEGORIES:New South Wales
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221208T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221208T190000
DTSTAMP:20260601T081020
CREATED:20221118T053529Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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=Australia/Sydney:20221202T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221202T180000
DTSTAMP:20260601T081020
CREATED:20221016T214745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T233526Z
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SUMMARY:ATS VIC - St Barbara's Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The Victorian Chapter of the Australian Tunnelling Society invites members to attend an in-person celebration for the Feast Day of St. Barbara\, the patron saint of tunnellers and miners\, as an end of year social gathering on Friday 2nd December 2022. \nThis networking-focused event is to be held in the excellent event space at the Melbourne offices of the John Holland Group\, with its indoor area linked to a panoramic balcony overlooking the river and city. The event is being held to recognise and celebrate the past year’s achievements on tunnelling projects within Victoria and nationally\, their engineers and workforce\, and to provide an opportunity to look forward to future tunnelling opportunities. \nThe celebration will be an informal stand-up affair with quality finger food and a range of drinks included in the $40 ticket price\, with all the necessary responsible service requirements in place\, and we have sponsorship from various industry organisations to help offset the catering cost. Registration is live\, so\, please add Friday the 2nd of December to your diaries – we look forward to seeing you there! \nATS Victoria Committee 2022
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/ats-vic-st-barbara-day-celebration/
LOCATION:John Holland Group Offices\, Level 9\, 180 Flinders Street\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221202T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221202T113000
DTSTAMP:20260601T081020
CREATED:20221121T232853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T232853Z
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SUMMARY:Saint Barbaras day at Sydney Metro Central project site
DESCRIPTION:The ATS NSW committee has organised a Sydney Metro Central site visit to celebrate the Feast Day of St. Barbara\, the patron saint of tunnellers and miners on the 2nd of December. Numbers are limited to 15 and will include a presentation about the project and the Burwood site\, site  visit and inspection of the portal\, Blessing by local parish Priest and Q&A session with the construction team and then finally food and drinks with the AFJV team. If interested please email David.Clague@Bekaert.com who can give you the details for the day.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/saint-barbaras-day-at-sydney-metro-central-project-site/
CATEGORIES:New South Wales
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221201T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221201T220000
DTSTAMP:20260601T081020
CREATED:20221009T225408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221116T051126Z
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SUMMARY:ATS QLD - St Barbara Day dinner 2022
DESCRIPTION:This event will be held in Australian Standard Time (AEST). This means minus one hour from AEDT time shown on this listing.  \nThis is the yearly celebration and get together for the Queensland Chapter of the ATS\, with a selected charity and raffle being held on the night. We will\, per usual\, seek sponsors for the night. \nThis networking-focused event will recognise the achievements of tunnelling projects and their engineers around the country and will promote the industry. The event is one of the most highly regarded events in the tunnelling calendar. The night will involve welcome drinks\, followed by a Christmas meal\, speeches by the committee and sponsors\, and the lucky door prize draw. \nThe evening will raise funds for Retina Australia by donating a portion of the ticket price to the charity. Retina Australia funds world-leading research into treatments and cures for blindness caused by inherited retinal disease and cares for people and families through peer-to-peer support services. Through education and advocacy Retina Australia works tirelessly to empower around 15\,000 Australians who are living with blindness or vision impairment. \nEvent program\n6.00 pm AEST: Registrations open and event commences \n6:30 pm AEST: Presidents 2022 Address and sponsor acknowledgement \n6:45 pm AEST: Dinner is served \n8.00 pm AEST: Drinks and networking \n10.00 pm AEST: Event concludes \nSponsors
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/ats-st-barbara-day-dinner-2022/
LOCATION:The Charming Squire\, 3/133 Grey Street\, Brisbane\, Queensland\, 4101\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Queensland
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221123
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221126
DTSTAMP:20260601T081020
CREATED:20210222T034050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210518T024257Z
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SUMMARY:Tunnel Boring Machine in Difficult Grounds - 5th International Conference
DESCRIPTION:TBM DiGs is an international conference series that provides a specialized technological forum for discussing and exchanging knowledge related to TBM works in difficult ground conditions. This series covers a wide range of topics\, including characterization of difficult ground\, field observations and case studies\, physical and laboratory tests\, numerical modelling and techniques\, treatments of difficult ground\, TBM design and installation\, tunnel support design\, monitoring and risk management. TBM DiGs 2021 is the fifth conference in this series. \nTBM DiGs 2021 is jointly organized by Montanuniversität Leoben and OEGG (Austrian Society for Geomechanics). The conference organizers would like to welcome researchers and practitioners involved with TBM tunnelling to TBM DiGs 2021 to share\, to cooperate\, and to progress. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n CONFERENCE OBJECTIVES AND TOPICS\n\nThe conference aims to bring together all who are interested in the use of tunnel boring machines in difficult ground\, to review developments in the field over the previous two years\, and to attempt to extrapolate for the near-term future. We anticipate that the conference will explore a great variety of topics. \nPresentations in the following areas are invited: \n\nRock – Very Hard and Abrasive rocks\nRock – Squeezing ground\nRock – Long and deep tunnels\nSoil – Sticky soil and Clogging\nSoil – Abrasive sand and wear problems\nSoil – High water pressure – hyperbaric challenges\nMixed Ground conditions\nInnovation – New Technology (construction chemicals\, sensory systems\, big data\, operational simulation)\nHigh Groundwater inflow / Gassy tunnels\nExtreme TBM tunneling (very small/big TBMs\, remote areas\, outer space construction)\nManufacturing challenges and new developments\nLogistics and Site Management for challenging TBM tunneling\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKey note speakers \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProf. Dr. Mark Diederichs \nQueen’s University\, Canada \nTitle of speech:\n“TBM challenges in deep and complex tectonic environments\n– the devil is in the details” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLars Babendererde \nBabEng\, Germany
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/tunnel-boring-machine-in-difficult-grounds-5th-international-conference/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221117T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221117T193000
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SUMMARY:ATS VIC - Victoria's Annual Special Meeting and Westgate Tunnel Project – Update on Tunnelling Progress
DESCRIPTION:Schedule \nNetworking – 5:30 to 6:00 pm \nAnnual Special Meeting –  6:00 to 6:30 pm \nTechnical Presentation on West Gate Tunnel Project – 6:30 and 7:30 pm \n  \nAnnual Special Meeting \nNotice is hereby given that the Annual Special Meeting (ASM) of the Australian Tunnelling Society Victorian Chapter will be held at Engineers Australia\, Level 31\, 600 Bourke Street\, Melbourne VIC 3000\, as an in-person meeting on Thursday\, 17 November at 6:00 pm AEDT. Pre-meeting networking will run from 5:30 to 6:00 pm. \nPlease join us for the ATS Victorian Chapter ASM\, which will be followed by a technical presentation providing an update on the West Gate Tunnel Project in Melbourne.\nATS Victoria holds a meeting annually for the Victorian-based members to attend and hear how the Chapter performed over the last year and what is planned for the following year. The ASM agenda will include: \n\nApologies\nMinutes of 2021 ASM\nMatters Arising\nChairman’s Report\nFinancial Report\nElection of Committee for 2023\nOther Business\n\n  \nTechnical Presentation \nFollowing the ASM\, three speakers from Transurban and CPBJHJV will give a technical presentation. This joint technical presentation will cover the progress of the TBM tunnelling on the West Gate Tunnel Project to date and introduce the back-end works activities that are presently underway. There will be a networking session from 5:30 to 6:00 pm immediately prior to the ASM\, so please come along and catch up with your industry colleagues this Thursday evening. \nSpeaker bios \nZoe Taylor – Project Director – Transurban \nWith more than 15 years in operations and construction\, Zoe Taylor is an accomplished professional\, well-versed in leading and delivering large-scale and complex projects. Her experience is especially focused on tenders\, planning and construction in roads\, mega-structures and underground infrastructure. \nDrawing on her extensive delivery experience\, Zoe is a strategic\, forward-thinker\, renowned for finding opportunities during construction to prepare for day one of operations. \nSupporting her broad understanding of state\, contractor and PPP arrangements\, Zoe has begun a Masters in Project Leadership at University of Sydney and completed the PPP Leadership Program at University of Melbourne. \nGwyn Jones – Senior Tunnel Manager CPBJH \nGwyn Jones is the Senior Tunnel Manager on the West Gate Tunnel project\, responsible for project management of all the works that are between the portals\, including the TBM tunnelling\, the civil fit out / back end works and the various interconnecting tunnels for cross passages\, low point sump\, smoke extraction\, service crossings etc. \nGwyn is a member of Engineers Australia and the AusIMM and since graduating from the world-famous Camborne School of Mines he has gained more than thirty years of tunnelling experience. These projects include rail tunnels such as the UK-France Channel Tunnel and High-Speed Rail project in Taiwan\, MRT tunnels in London\, Singapore and Taipei\, hydro-electric schemes in China and Nepal\, water and sewer tunnels in the UK\, China\, Egypt\, New Zealand and Australia and highway tunnels in UK\, Egypt and now Melbourne. \nJames Campbell – Tunnel and Buildings Manager – Transurban \nJames Campbell has 22 years’ experience in working on major infrastructure projects across Australia and New Zealand. He started his working career with Downers NZ working on earthworks and infrastructure project before moving to Australia in 2006 to build the tunnels for the Gold Coast desalination project. \nJames has worked on the Airport Link project in Brisbane\, Gladstone harbour crossing\, and two stages of the WestConnex Project in Sydney. James joined Transurban in January 2022 to oversee the Tunnel and Buildings work on the Westgate Project.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/ats-vic-victorias-annual-special-meeting-and-westgate-tunnel-project-update-on-tunnelling-progress/
LOCATION:Engineers Australia\, Vic Division\, Lvl 31\, 600 Bourke Street\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20221115T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20221115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260601T081020
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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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