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Cohesive Knowledge Systems in Tunnelling
Project delivery in tunnelling can be transformed through ‘Integrated Data Intelligence’ using cohesive knowledge systems, says Rajat Gangrade, Technical Advisor – Geotechnical and Tunnelling, HNTB. He is noted for developing innovative digital tools for tunnel risk management, modelling geotechnical parameter uncertainty, and advancing the analysis of TBM-ground interactions.
Using TBM’s in Himalayan Hydro
Use and applicability of TBMs for constructing headrace tunnels in Himalayan hydropower projects is discussed by consultant Dean Brox.
Forsmark repositories move ahead
Sweden is advancing the development of its underground storage complex at Forsmark by starting to extend its vault for short-lived radioactive waste and preparing to undertake major excavations even deeper that will hold spent nuclear fuel. Report by Patrick Reynolds.
Breakthrough made on Toulouse Metro
TBM Berthe de Puybusque has made its first breakthrough on the Toulouse Metro.
Federal government withholds $18bn for New York tunnel projects
The Trump administration yesterday announced a hold on around US$18bn of funds for the Hudson Tunnel Project and the 2nd Avenue Subway.
Call for entries for Harding Prize 2026
Young tunnelling engineers are being encouraged to enter the British Tunnelling Society’s competition for the Harding Prize 2026.
TBM delivered for Soloman Islands hydro project
The TBM for the Soloman Islands’ Tina River Hydro Project has been delivered to site.
Tunnelling set to start on Sao Paulo metro phase 2
Tunnelling on the next phase of Sao Paulo’s Line2-Green expansion will start soon after the TBM cutterhead was lowered into the launch chamber this week.
CRCHI develops triple-circular pipe roofing machine
CRCHI has produced a triple-circular pipe roof machine for the Sanya Estuary Passage Project.
Gateway Development Commission makes key appointments
James Starace will lead the GDC’s technical and engineering team.