Malaysia gears up to host Asia's top tunnelling minds at ACTT 2025
The biennial conference will gather global experts and industry professionals to promote innovation, sustainability, and knowledge exchange in underground infrastructure development.
Organising chairman Frankie Cheah said the event, set to take place from Sept 10 to 12 this year, is open to all engineering professionals, from young graduates to experienced practitioners.
"We aim to provide a platform for exchanging ideas, showcasing innovation, and advancing the field of tunnelling and underground space technology," he said in a statement.
ACTT 2025 is Asia's leading platform for showcasing cutting-edge advancements in tunnelling and trenchless technologies.
Organised by IEM and endorsed by the International Tunnelling Association (ITA), the three-day conference offers unparalleled opportunities for networking, collaboration, and exposure to transformative technologies.
The keynote line-up features ITA former president Professor Dr Jenny Yan, who has over 30 years of experience in challenging tunnelling projects across China, Malaysia, Laos, Nepal, and Morocco, and Gamuda Bhd geotechnical director Ir Dr Ooi Lean Hock.
Other speakers include Griffith University deputy dean Associate Professor Ir Dr Dominic EL Ong, AECOM executive director Dr Siew Wei Lee, Sarawak Sewerage Services Department director Datuk Ir Ts Richard Tajan, G&P Professionals co-founder Ir Dr Tan Yean Chin, and Seafco vice president Zaw Zaw Aye.
With an expected attendance of 150–200 participants, ACTT 2025 aligns seamlessly with Malaysia's ambition to advance its science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) agenda.
By showcasing trenchless technologies and fostering discussions on workforce development, the conference will inspire the next generation of engineers and technologists.
It will highlight the critical role of STEM in addressing real-world challenges, such as rehabilitating aging infrastructure and promoting sustainable urban development.
The conference will emphasise the need for comprehensive standards, skilled workforce training, and increased awareness of trenchless technologies among decision-makers.
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