Delivering online course on Railway Construction Management with EUCI

SEPTEMBER EDITION OF TUNNELS & TUNNELLING INTERNATIONAL   We are pleased to share below a pared-down version of the September 2025 edition of the official British Tunnelling Society publication - Tunnels and Tunnelling International.   The edition features a look at innovative sustainability strategy on the Hamburg U5 Line. The strategy includes measures across project management, planning and construction. Insight is shared via Frank Plöger, Klaus Uphoff and Roland Herr.   It also takes a look at hybrid design of rock support in hard and layered rock masses with a focus on the new Skarvberg road tunnel. Jorge Terron-Almenara, Erlend Skretting, Karl Gunnar Holter and Are Håvard Høien providing combined Norwegian expertise.   In his latest contribution Bekaert's Benoit De Rivaz discusses a new approach for steel fibre reinforced concrete for final support and linings.   Lastly T&T takes a look at the GALLERIA DI BASE DEL BRENNERO - BRENNER BASISTUNNEL BBT SE's segment production milestones and the upcoming Geomechanics Congress in Salzburg which carries a special focus on segmental and other tunnel linings.   See it here: https://lnkd.in/e-jmntbW   Follow the British Tunnelling Society for the latest insight on tunnel-related matters   To learn about the benefits of joining the British Tunnelling Society click here: https://bit.ly/3r0MPoU

Construction projects come with their share of hidden challenges - especially below the surface. Understanding subsurface conditions early can save lenders time, money, and major headaches down the line. At the Construction Lender Round Table (CLRM), Matthew Marcus, GE, PE, PG, MCE, Managing Director at Partner Engineering and Science, Inc., shared practical tips to help lenders spot red flags and reduce geotechnical risk. From knowing when a geotechnical report is essential, to recognizing warning signs like foundation issues or cracking, Matthew breaks down what to look for and why it matters. Read the full article here for helpful insights: https://lnkd.in/gSSSKn_2

Geotechnical engineering plays a vital role in identifying and resolving structural challenges caused by soil conditions. In my interview with Matthew Marcus, GE, PE, PG, MCE, he shared practical, easy-to-understand insights that help non-engineers grasp the risks involved in real estate investments. When it comes to the ongoing tension between man and nature, science and engineering are indispensable allies—some issues, after all, can turn into a money pit. If you're ever uncertain, consulting a geotechnical expert can save you significant time and trouble when making critical decisions. #geotechnical #partneresi #structural issues #soils #constructionlenders #CRE #realestatedevelopment

At this year’s Ground Engineering GeoTech 2025 Conference in London, MHB Consultants’ Discipline Director, George Marjane, chaired the Construction and Project Delivery stage. Leading panel discussions on tackling implementation hurdles in construction technologies and the value of monitoring in construction. Events like GeoTech play a vital role in sharing lessons that shape safer, more efficient project delivery across the UK. For MHB, it reinforces our focus on technical excellence, continuous improvement, and knowledge sharing across every project we deliver. Thank you to the Ground Engineering Magazine team for hosting an excellent event. #MHBConsultants #GeoTech2025 #GroundEngineering #GeotechnicalEngineering #Construction #EngineeringLeadership #CivilEngineering

It has been 10 years since the opening of the Constitution of 1812 Bridge in Cádiz, an iconic project executed by Dragados SA that transformed the city’s mobility and its connection with the rest of Andalusia. Did you know that its 3,092 meters in length make it the longest bridge in Spain and one of Europe’s most distinctive? Its cable-stayed span, with 540 meters between pylons, ranks as the third longest in Europe. And with a clearance of 69 meters, it is the second highest bridge over the sea in the world, surpassing even San Francisco’s Golden Gate. Beyond its technical milestones, its impact on mobility has been decisive: improving access to the city, diverting heavy traffic away from the urban center, and strengthening connections with Puerto Real, the Autovía del Sur (A-4), and the rest of Andalusia. This monumental infrastructure not only solved Cádiz’s complex access challenges, but also symbolizes ACS Group’s ability to take on the greatest technical challenges and turn them into international benchmarks. Ten years on, the Constitution of 1812 Bridge remains a source of pride for Spanish engineering and a symbol of what it means to connect territories, drive development, and build the future. Discover more about this project in the following video! #OneGroupOneTeam HOCHTIEF | Turner Construction Company | CIMIC Group Limited | Dragados SA | FlatironDragados | ACS Infrastructure | Iridium Concesiones de Infraestructuras, S.A. |Abertiss |CLECE, S.A..

The IMESA Conference is a key platform for professional engineers and municipal officials to engage on the latest in infrastructure management. Taking place from 29 – 31 October in East London, this year’s theme is “Sustainable Engineering Solutions”. The BCCEI team will be on hand to highlight the Council’s role in creating stability within the civil engineering industry and to engage with delegates on sector-related matters. #BCCEI #IMESA2025 #civilengineering #infrastructuremanagement #engineeringconference #municipalofficials #sustainabledevelopment #EastLondon #engineering #SouthAfrica

Boring sewage tunnels – far from boring! The sewer network in the region around Malmö in Sweden is going to be upgraded as part of the new MAXIMA sewage system by VA SYD. A whopping 16 kilometres of modern sewage tunnels will be bored 25 metres below ground and it’s COWI's job to plan the construction. “The project secures vital infrastructure for the municipalities of Burlöv, Lomma, Malmö and Lund for decades to come, and we won this project thanks to our tunnelling expertise in both Sweden and Denmark”, says Susanna Ohlin, Senior Vice President Infrastructure at COWI in Sweden. And this is not our first rodeo – we have roped in a fair number of complex tunnels in the region before: The West Link in Gothenburg, the Copenhagen Metro and the Malmö city tunnel are recent examples. COWI's services will mainly include geotechnics, geotechnical structures, and planning for tunnel drilling using the tunnel boring machine (TBM) method. The planning documentation will be delivered in the second half of 2026. 

SMS Group Expands to Deliver Enhanced Value. SMS Geotechnical is proud to announce that the SMS Group of companies is expanding! This week, we officially launch SMS Geotechnical Engineering Pty Ltd. This new venture is focused entirely on delivering greater value and a seamless experience to our clients. By offering a truly end-to-end service, we are streamlining project delivery, reducing risk, and providing a single, highly capable point of accountability for your entire geotechnical and engineering needs. This means more integrated solutions and enhanced value engineering from concept to completion. To ensure we continue to excel in our industry, we have partnered with two principal engineers whose reputation is a standout in our sector. We proudly welcome Alexis Colina and Tomasz Krawczynski, who will be leading SMS Geotechnical Engineering operations as Directors and Principal Engineers. Their expertise will be instrumental in delivering the enhanced efficiencies and integrated solutions our clients expect. Contact Alexis Colina or Tomasz Krawczynski directly to discuss how our new end-to-end capabilities can add value to your next project. #GeotechnicalEngineering #ValueEngineering #ClientService #Expansion Darren Shotton Callum Smith Damien Mashford Matthew Hulmes

Project Spotlight: 💡 Innovative use of Permeable Low-Density Cellular Concrete (PLDCC) helped shape the perimeter of a seismically reinforced underground reservoir—supporting safer, more resilient infrastructure for the future. 🏗️ 🔗 https://lnkd.in/esWMZNBt #civilengineering #construction #infrastructure #LDCC #engineering

Project Spotlight: 💡 Innovative use of Permeable Low-Density Cellular Concrete (PLDCC) helped shape the perimeter of a seismically reinforced underground reservoir—supporting safer, more resilient infrastructure for the future. 🏗️ 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dwwHd5eN #civilengineering #construction #infrastructure #LDCC #engineering