WTC2024 abstract deadline extended

5 June 2023


The deadline for submitting abstracts for next year’s World Tunnel Congress has been extended to June 30.

The theme for WTC2024, which will be held in Shenzhen, China, from April 19-25 next year, is “Tunnelling for a Better Life”.

Professionals with valuable insights, case studies, best practices, lessons learned, and solutions to today’s challenges are encouraged to share their knowledge and experiences at the event. Abstracts can be submitted via the online submission system.

Papers are invited under the topics: planning; survey; design; ground stability; support and lining; conventional tunnelling; mechanised tunnelling (TBM, shield); waterproofing and drainage; geological prediction and geophysical prospecting; instrumentation and monitoring/testing and inspection; ventilation and aerodynamics; maintenance and repair; operational safety; tunnel renovation and upgrading; occupational health and safety; new materials; digital and information technology; immersed/floating tunnels; shafts; underground caverns/underground space use; and contractual practices and risk management.

Participants will be notified on July 15 as to whether their abstract has been accepted. The deadline for full paper submission is September 30.

WTC2024 will be held at Shenzhen International Convention and Exhibition Center.

For more information, click here to visit the WTC2024 website.