Abstract submissions open for WTC2026, Montreal, Canada!

The planning committee for WTC2026, to be held in Montreal, Canada from May 15^th – 21^st, 2026  has announced that Abstract Submissions are now open. The conference theme ‘Connecting communities through underground infrastructure’ addresses the vital role the tunnelling industry plays in connecting our communities through underground infrastructure.

The planning committee invites you to browse the themes below and submit your abstract by May 30, 2025.

·       Contractual Practices, Insurance and Risk Management

·       Planning and Use of Underground Space

·       Site Investigation and Ground Characterization

·       Instrumentation, Monitoring and Remote Sensing

·       Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

·       Conventional Tunnelling in Challenging Conditions

·       Sequential Excavation and NATM

·       Mechanized Tunnelling in Challenging Conditions

·       Immersed Tunnels

·       Caverns and Power Houses

·       Microtunnelling

·       Shaft Design

·       Innovative Tunnelling

·       Robotics and Automation

·       Ground Support and Lining Design

·       Grouting, Groundwater Control and Waterproofing

·       Digital and Information Technology

·       Operation, Inspection, Maintenance and Rehabilitation

·       Safety in Tunnelling

·       Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Tunnelling

Why Submit

·       Play a vital role in connecting our communities through underground infrastructure

·       Join the international community of tunnelling practitioners to share your experience

·       Network with experts and stakeholders

·       Be part of the program- share your research and expertise.

The committee values diversity and inclusivity and encourage submissions from specialists across various disciplines.

How to Submit

Submit your abstract: https://wtc2026.ca/programme/abstracts/

Dates and deadlines

·       May 30, 2025 – Abstract submission deadline

·       July 15, 2025 – Abstract notification of acceptance

·       July 15, 2025 – Full Paper submission opens

·       October 26, 2025 – Full Paper submission deadline

·       December 12, 2025 – Full Paper notification of acceptance

·       January 9, 2026 – Full Paper revision deadline

·       January 16, 2026 – Full Paper Notification

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