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ITA-AITES

World
Tunnel
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2023

EXPANDING UNDERGROUND

Knowledge & Passion to Make a Positive Impact on the World

The ITA-AITES WTC2023 conference proceedings will be published by CRC Press / Balkema

Megaron Athens International Conference Centre (MAICC)

12 – 18 May 2023
Athens – Greece

20% Discount for Aegean Airlines Travelers

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Call for Papers

The paper submission process is currently underway. Authors with accepted abstracts will receive a personalised link to submit their full paper.

Topics

WTC is the ultimate conference for everyone interested to tap into the underground potential. Enter this area to find out more about the topics.

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City

Athens, the capital of Greece is a lively, and cosmopolitan city harmoniously reconciling the past and the present.

Conference Centre

The Megaron Athens International Conference Centre is one of the finest and most technologically advanced conference venues in Europe.

Accommodation

As Athens is a highly visited city, there is a great variety of hotels and hostels centrally located, with a range of costs to accommodate any visitor's needs.

Registration

Early bird registration is available since 1st of May 2022, whereas for all other relevant information use the link below

Expanding Underground Knowledge & Passion to Make a Positive Impact on the World

Rapid urbanization, natural hazards, climate change and extreme weather phenomena, sustainable energy geo-resources, people’s mobility and transportation of goods are first-priority demanding challenges that the globe is facing.

Cities, infrastructure and logistics expansion towards underground provide safe, sustainable and green solutions facilitating the transformation of millions of people’s lives into a more resilient lifestyle.

A comprehensive understanding, rethinking and reshaping of the underground spaces has become even more vital and crucial in the urban transformation of future cities, where overground space will be more and more valuable. For the latter to be attained, a holistic approach is required not only in terms of spatial organization or overcoming engineering challenges, but also with regard to the establishments of policies, regulations and consideration of social factors.

WTC 2023 in Athens will highlight the multiple advantages and solutions that underground space can provide, at the prospect of a whole new era of smart technology where sophisticated “digital tools” change investigation, design, construction and operation methods and strategies rapidly. WTC 2023 will additionally provide an ideal opportunity to showcase recent innovations and the perspective of technology to further efficiently upgrade underground infrastructure assets, transforming the industry and the societies it serves.

We strongly believe that WTC2023 held in Athens (Greece) will provide a valuable opportunity and a fertile soil for the international underground society to make a literally positive impact on the world.”

Why Attend WTC 2023

WTC is the leading conference for international collaboration and growth, uniquely tailored for a tunnelling audience. The international nature of the conference and its plethora of exhibitors classified it as the top performing conference in the industry. For individuals and organisations alike, here are some of the top reasons why WTC 2023 cannot be missed:

Growth and Success

Help ensure the future growth and success of your career and organization by attending the premier annual tunnelling event.

Take some time to break away from the daily routine and surround yourself with thought provoking speakers and technical sessions that will have you thinking outside the box. Immediately put to use all of the fresh ideas and strategies you’ve learned — and positively affect your bottom line.

Educational Opportunities – Industry Expertise

Immerse yourself in six unique days of numerous Technical Sessions and ITA bespoke courses on the latest tunnelling topics. Chosen for their contribution to the tunnelling industry, insight and ability to connect with the audience, our speakers will broaden your horizons and provide latest trends and knowledge that you can use in your day-to-day operations.

An All Encompassing Experience

More is better — this is the preferred international tunnelling event that offers a hands-on experience on the latest products and most advanced solutions in the global market, all the while our A-list speakers are poised to show how you and your company can advance in the tunnelling and underground construction industry. This WTC is the place to deep dive into advanced subjects by attending technical sessions led by the brightest minds in the tunnelling industry.

Attend, Network, Engage

There is no better place than the WTC to network with thousands of attendees from all around the world. Nowhere else can you connect with such a diverse audience of underground construction professionals in such an enjoyable way. Engage with the other attendees at our opening night reception, lunches, networking events and refreshment breaks, while admiring the luxurious Congress venue “Megaron – The Athens Concert Hall”. Do not forget your business cards!

Real Value. Measurable ROI – Improve Your Team

Engage in discussions on real-life project performance. By keeping the conference focused, we bring together greater developmental opportunities and keep your conference learning experience dedicated only to the issues that matter most. Share your newfound knowledge with your co-workers, management team and recruits, and watch your company soar!

Reach Costumers

Be promoted in an international environment, reach – as a sponsor or an exhibitor – thousands of potential customers and interact with highly focused, on the activities of your business, delegates.

Fill yourself with memories

Being in Athens and walking around the city is like visiting an open-air museum, with some of the most impressive ancient monuments appearing at every turn. “The Acropolis”, “The Temple of Olympian Zeus”, “The Panathenaic Stadium”, “The Herod Atticus Odeon”, “The Academy of Athens” and so on.

So don’t forget your comfy pair of shoes and let’s set out to discover all those must-see Athens landmarks – and when you get hungry there will be countless ways to enjoy the famous Greek cuisine at restaurants or at waterfront traditional tavernas serving just-out-of-the-net seafood.

Indulge yourself

After tolerating while within a pandemic, the necessary social distancing, the lockdowns and the long-lasting travel restrictions, here is the time to get together again. Hence, feel free to recommence travelling and consider combining your professional activities during the pleasant late spring season with leisure by either offering yourself some time to relax while swimming into the deep blue sea or by exploring some out of the numerous Greek cultural heritage sites.

WTC2023 Topics

Dear Colleagues and Friends of the Tunnelling and Underground Space family,

It is with great pleasure on behalf of the Greek Tunneling Society (GTS) to invite you to the World Tunnel Congress 2023 that will be held in Athens – Greece, from the 12th to the 18th May 2023.

Athens, the city of myths, monuments, gods and ancient glory could offer unique experiences for the distinguished delegates of the ITA family. Contributions from all parties of the supply chain of the underground industry i.e. consultants, contractors, software producers, machine / equipment manufacturers, investors as well as operators and clients are welcome to attend since they will be able to exchange knowledge, promote their expertise / knowhow and define future needs.

Ioannis
Fikiris

Chair of the Organizing Committee
ITA – AITES World Tunnel Congress 2023 / Athens

The theme of WTC2023 “EXPANDING UNDERGROUND”, will focus on the Knowledge and Passion that our industry offers to Make a Positive Impact on the World.

During the last 5 – 6 years Greece experiences an explosive recommencement of the construction sector including large scale infrastructure projects, along with numerous tunnel and underground projects within the complex geological environment of the country. Such coincidence offers various opportunities for exciting technical tours during the congress.

The Venue of the Congress ”Megaron Athens International Conference Centre” is located in the city centre offering a unique opportunity for the delegates to explore, in parallel of the congress, the unparalleled beauty of the rich inheritance of ancient monuments and artifacts. Moreover, mid-May is an ideal season to visit Greece which is located in a blessed natural environment and surrounded by the “deep blue” Mediterranean Sea.

While GTS is getting prepared for an in-person WTC2023 participation, as we all vigorously anticipate restoring our lives to normality, there will also be an option for a virtual participation. Hence, WTC2023 will be carried out in hybrid mode.

GTS is committed to organize a successful and memorable ITA-AITES World Tunnel Congress 2023 and offer what has been known as a traditional Greek hospitality.

We are looking forward to welcoming you in Athens.

Ioannis Fikiris
Chair of the Organizing Committee
ITA – AITES World Tunnel Congress 2023 / Athens

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