“The use of underground space is seen to be vital in a world where more than half of the population now lives in urban areas.
Further concentration in mega-cities is a trend which cannot be stopped.

The use of underground space can contribute to sustainable development, maintaining liveability and preparing the world for the impact of climate change. Creating awareness on the use of underground space in this respect is vital.” *abstract of ITACUS goal

Riyadh (KSA) Ministry of Transport

The ministry of transport organized with the ITA-CET Foundation, an event intended to raise awareness and further the education of every party involved in transport and infrastructure planning, construction and management. The topics studied included: landslides risk prevision and management in relation with tunnelling, rock falls and protection techniques in relation with transport infrastructures.

During the first day, Prof. Bai Yun introduced the audience to the Qiongzhou Strait Tunnel Proposal, a part of the Guangdong - Hainan Project. This session was followed by an open discussion between the lecturers and the audience.
Prof Eivind Grøv from the SINTEF research center then exposed Sub-sea tunneling-present status and future challenges in planning and construction.