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• Indian Railways

• RITES Government of India Enterprise

• Konkan Railway

• Ministry of Railways

• Ministry of Road Transport and Highways

• Northern Railway Company

• NHPC

• NHAI

• Ensure project success by building relationships with

key stakeholders

• Understand how the latest legislative developments

in India’s tunnels and underground construction sector

impact you

• Find out about the latest tunnelling opportunities both

in the design and conceptualisation stages

• Reduce the chance of failures by adopting the latest

safety and risk management technologies available

in the market

• Learn how to deal with and solve technical tunnel

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Dear tunnelling & underground construction experts,

During the last year there has been vast movement within the

Indian tunnelling and underground construction industry, a

number of new tenders have been allocated, construction

work has been actively on going and several major tunnelling

projects have been completed.

Further, with the announcement of the Planning Commission’s

12th Five Year Plan and the government’s increase in infrastructure

investment, this is a vital time to exchange ideas, hear about active

tunnelling projects, learn about the current issues and review the

latest technological advances within the industry.

IQPC welcomes your involvement and is proud to announce the

second instalment of Tunnels & Underground Construction India,

which will be taking place from the 12th - 14th December 2011. Key

influential leaders within the industry shall be present, engaging in

topical discussions that are currently impacting the market.

Many of you found last year’s summit informative and were keen

to take part in even more interactive sessions. Therefore, this

year we are increasing the number of round table discussions

and enhancing our workshops in order to incorporate more

focused discussions.

We would be delighted to see you there and encourage your

active involvement in the panel discussions.

I hope you enjoy reading this year’s agenda and workshop

programme and I look forward to seeing you in December.

Priya JethwaConference Producer

P.S To guarantee your place with the best price see the back

page for a saving of up to US $200!

Interactive workshops: Monday 12th December 2011

IQPC’s workshops provide a unique platform where you can

spend valuable time with industry experts. Participation in these

interactive sessions enables you to understand the most critical

issues affecting tunnels and underground construction in India,

further uncovering practical solutions that you can apply to your

own projects.

Morning workshop: 09:00 - 12:00Analysing the latest tunnelling machinery and how to select the right equipment

This workshop will review the latest tunnelling methods and

machinery available in the market and help you identify the critical

factors to consider when choosing machinery and equipment.

09:00 Registration and refreshments

09:30 Understanding the need for quality machinery

10:00 Comparing best practice machinery selection

10:30 Tea break

10:50 Evaluating how to select the right equipment and what

factors to consider

11:30 Exploring tunnelling in the Himalayas and what

machinery was utilised

12:00 Engaging in group discussion and sharing lessons

learnt, communicating how to approach selection

differently in future projects

12:30 Workshop concludes

Workshop leader: Dr. Rajbal Singh, Joint Director, Central Soil and MaterialsResearch Station

Afternoon workshop: 14:00 - 17:30Fire Safety in Tunnels – Past, present and future

This workshop will review best practices in tunnelling safety and

help you identify critical factors to consider when adopting the

most suitable technologies and methodology.

14:00 Registration and refreshments

14:30 Learning from experience – Fires in tunnels, case studies

• outline of previous incidents

• what burns in tunnels

15:00 International safety regulations and guidelines for

tunnels, an overview

• how specific incidents influence our understanding

of regulatory needs

• outline of international standards

• summary of different international requirements and

guidelines for tunnel safety

15:30 Tea break

16:00 Overview of international tunnel fire research

• what do we know

• what remains to be found

• how do we apply research findings to real projects

16:30 Experience from research into METRO tunnel fires, their

ignition, fire spread and mitigation

17:00 Panel discussion, how do we in India learn from

international experience

17:30 End of workshop

Workshop leader:

SP Technical Research Institute of Sweden

IQPC has provided a useful platform for interaction

with various agencies and experts in the field of

tunnelling and underground construction.

General Manager, RITES

A very informative, impressive and interesting

conference. I personally found the conference

inspirational.

Deputy General Manager, Sandvik Asia PVT LTD

A cohesive group discussing the problems faced

by the industry, was a welcomed experience. The

discussions were intense and focused.

Senior Deputy General Manager, RITES

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08:00 Registration, refreshments and networking

08:40 Chairman’s welcome and opening remarksDr. T.G. Sitharam, Professor in Civil Engg, IndianInstitute of Science

Current trends and future developments in tunnelling andunderground construction in India

09:00 Examining the impact of the Government’s 12th FiveYear Plan on tunnelling and underground constructionin India• Reviewing the progress of tunnel and underground

construction projects linked to the 11th Five Year Plan

• Analysing the increase in government infrastructure

spending for the 12th Five Year Plan and what it means

for the Indian tunnel market

• Identifying key investment areas and opportunities for

the industry

Rajesh Agarwal, General Manager-Projects,

Konkan Railway

09:30 Exploring current and future tunnel andunderground construction projects to identify thegreatest opportunities for your organisation• Studying lessons learnt from key projects underway,

including India’s metro and hydropower projects

• Overview of future projects in the transport, power and

utilities sectors

• Understanding how your company can benefit from the

opportunities presented by these projects

K. Rajaraman, Managing Director, Chennai Metro Rail Ltd.

10:00 Executive exchange: Exclusive one-to-onenetworking opportunityMeet, network and exchange business cards with fellow

delegates and speakers who are grappling with similar

tunnelling and underground construction issues and

challenges. In this revolutionary, quick-fire format, you can

meet every single delegate and exchange best practices.

Make sure you bring a stack of business cards!

10:30 Networking break

Planning and designing safe and durable tunnels that meet stakeholder expectations

11:00 Exclusive presentation by Mapei in India - To serve the tunnelling projects

11:30 Reviewing numerical modelling of underground structures• Identifying numerical methods and which methods suit

various ground structures

• Studying rock characterisation techniques and

simulation of excavation methods

• Analysing typical underground structures including power

house caverns, Delhi metro and oil storage caverns

• Reviewing creep analysis for squeezing conditions

Dr. K.G Sharma, President, International Society of

Rock Mechanics, IIT Delhi

12:00 Lunch and networking break

13:00 Exclusive presentation by

13:30 Tackling common challenges caused by variableground conditions in India• Geological overview of ground conditions in India,

including rock types and cavities

• Analysing the technical construction challenges caused

by unexpected ground conditions, including tunnel

route diversions and trapped machinery

• Recognising the importance of thorough site investigations

to mitigate unexpected construction challenges

P.K. Choudhary, General Manager Urban Infrastructure,

RITES

14:00 Cost-effective site investigations that save time andmoney in the long run• Understanding how a thorough site investigation

reduces long-term project costs and potential delays

• Selecting the appropriate site investigation practices

for your project

• Carrying out the right level of testing to give greater

long-term benefits whilst minimising investigation

cost and time

Dr. P.C. Nawani, Executive Director, National Instituteof Rock Mechanics

14:30 Comparing the latest solutions for treating variousground conditions• Comparing micro piling techniques for rehabilitation of

foundations and recognising which solutions to choose

• Reviewing soil nailing techniques for tunnelling in soft

soils and soil stabilisation

• Analysing how solutions differ depending on

ground conditions

Dr. Satyendra Mittal, Associate Professor, IndianInstitute of Technology Roorkee

15:00 Networking break

Enhancing safety aspects when tunnelling

15:30 Increasing excavation productivity in tunnelling byimproving ventilation and working conditions• Comparing ventilation systems and how workable systems

increase productivity and prevent worker illnesses

• Tackling visibility issues to decrease worker injuries and

improve worker efficiency

• Improving hygiene standards to promote worker moral

and increase work productivity

Achal Jain, Chief Engineer, Indian Railway

16:00 Minimising on site casualties by improving fire andsafety standards• Ensuring adequate safety clothing is provided to avoid

worker injuries

• Implementing simple and effective safety procedures,

fire drills and escape routes

• Analysing the latest fire and safety detection systems

and how this can decrease fire and injury

Gyan Prakash Srivastava, CSO, Northern RailwayRakesh Chopra, Consultant, Retired Member of Boardof Ministry of RailwaysDr. T.G. Sitharam, Professor in Civil Engg, IndianInstitute of ScienceS K Marwah, Chief Engineer, Ministry of RoadTransport and Highways

16:30 Chairman’s closing remarks

16:40 End of conference day one

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09:00 Registration, refreshments and networking

09:30 Chairman’s welcome and opening remarksDr. T.G. Sitharam, Professor in Civil Engg, IndianInstitute of Science

Comparing the latest tunnelling machinery and technology

10:00 Analysing the latest machinery used for tunnelexcavation in the Himalayas• Comparing DBM, TBM, EPBM and NATM tunnelling

methods

• Discussing which methods worked best for the

different ground conditions

• Employing the correct machinery and other solutions

for various ground conditions

Dr. Manoj Verman, Director Tunnelling and

Geotechnical, Halcrow

10:30 Highlighting recent failures in Indian tunnelling andhow to address similar challenges successfully• Comparing tunnelling progress when using machinery

or manual labour – advantages and disadvantages

• Best practice planning and boring machine face design

that prevents machinery getting stuck in tunnels

• Discussing issues with inflexible cutting machines and

how to change the face of boring machines

Rakesh Chopra, Consultant, Retired Member of Boardof Ministry of RailwaysGummaraju B Nagendra, Chief Engineer,

Konkan RailwayPradeep K Gupta, Chief Geologist, NHPC Limited

11:00 Reviewing methods to minimise damage to public utilities and prevent flooding when excavating tunnels• Analysing flooding in metros and how this impacts

public facilities

• Reviewing preventative measures to avoid

future flooding

• Comparing the latest visual technology systems and

how these tools can detect utilities present and

ground conditions

Pradeep K Gupta, Chief Geologist, NHPC Limited

11:30 Networking break

Avoiding construction delays and minimising public disruption

12:00 Minimising public disruption in urban areas byemploying the right machinery• Recognising noise limits to avoid public disturbance

• Reviewing how to conduct accurate planning to avoid

ground collapsing in urban areas and prevent spiralling

costs and reputational damage

• Comparing the latest tunnelling technology such as box

tunnelling that can be used in urban areas

Ankala Saibaba, Chief Engineer, Indian Railways

12:30 Lunch and networking break

Analysing the latest tunnelling developments in India

13:30 How to increase foreign investment within theindustry by understanding the importance ofcreditability and relationship building• Exploring how sufficient initial project planning

increases creditability and influences long-term

working relationships

• Analysing the implications of cost-effective planning

methods and how this encourages foreign interest

• Distinguishing why cheaper tunnelling methods are not

always the best option and the lessons learnt from

projects abroad

Vinay Gupta, Chief Executive Officer, Tandon Consultants

14:00 Discussing the latest developments in India’stunnels and underground construction industry• Reviewing recent changes in infrastructure regulations

and how this impacts tunnelling construction

• Comparing whether this influences external

financial implications

Rakesh Chopra, Consultant, Retired Member of Boardof Ministry of RailwaysDr. Manoj Verman, Director Tunnelling and

Geotechnical, HalcrowRajesh Agarwal, General Manager, Projects,

Konkan RailwayVinay Gupta, Chief Executive Officer, Tandon Consultants

14:30 Networking break

Cost and long-term benefits of constructing safe and durable tunnels

15:00 Analysing irrigation tunnelling in India and lessons learnt• Distinguishing what key issues arose during analysis stage

• Reviewing how these key issues were addressed and

the beneficial impact

• Examining project completion and lessons learned

Abdul Basheer Mohammad, Retired Engineer-in-Chief,

Irrigation Department, Government of Andhra Pradesh

15:30 Analysing how to build tunnels efficiency but safely• Knowing how to select the right contracting materials

• How to effectively make a comparison of material costs

versus long-term durability and return on investment

• Reviewing the latest cost efficient materials

used internationally

Dr. Rajbal Singh, Joint Director, Central Soil andMaterials Research Station

16:00 Comparing contributing factors to quality versuspoorly designed tunnels• Analysing issues in initial design – what common

mistakes cause tunnel collapse or project failure?

• Discussing how issues can and should be addressed

during planning, design and construction

• Examining a successful project constructed by the

Government of India

R.K. Goel, Scientist, CIMFR

16:30 Chairman’s closing remarks

16:40 End of conference day two

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When the Indian government announced further investment in

infrastructure in their 12th Five Year Plan, substantial growth

further increased in the planning of tunnels and underground

projects within the rail, road, sewage and hydropower sectors.

This has resulted in an unprecedented demand for further

awareness on leading-edge machinery and technology available

in the market; and a greater demand to learn about the latest

safety technologies from world-class experts in the field of

tunnelling.

As we approach the end of the 11th Five Year Plan and enter into

the first year of the 12th Five Year Plan, the next few months are

critical to distinguish how we can improve and learn from the past

experiences in tunnel and underground construction.

Last year’s summit was a great success with numerous attendees

exchanging contact details and tendering opportunities.

This year the summit intends to encourage key industry leaders to

engage in simulating knowledge sharing discussions both on a

strategic and technical level. There will be in-depth presentations

reviewing current issues projects are facing.

Further, there will be numerous interactive sessions with key

industry experts actively reviewing the latest technological

advances available within the industry. Thus, building towards

and encouraging effective and long lasting industry relationships.

Who you will meet:

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trends, technological developments and the regulatory landscape.

IQPC’s large scale conferences are market leading “must attend”

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IQPC produces more than 1,700 events annually around the

world, and continues to grow. Founded in 1973, IQPC now has

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Berlin, Dubai, London, New York, Singapore, Sydney, and

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Sponsorship & exhibition opportunities

The scope of tunnels in India is increasing, as is the need for

services and solutions related to tunnelling projects. Stakeholders

are looking for suppliers to provide essential products, services

and solutions including advanced tunnelling machinery, tunnel

design software, fire & safety solutions, chemical supplies,

geo-logical field surveys and much more.

Only at Tunnels and Underground Construction India will the

highest-level decision makers attend in one place at one time.

• Can you afford to miss out on this opportunity?

• Do you have a product or service that our senior decision-

makers and influencers need?

We have a range of business development, marketing and sales

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11 Roofing, Sliding and Insula�on Material

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• Technical Directors

• Executive Directors

• Heads of Infrastructure

• Heads of Tunnels

• Heads of Transport

• Senior Tunnel Engineers

• Heads of Geotechnics

• Geotechnical Engineers

• Heads of Structure

• Chief Engineers

• Project Managers

• General Managers

• Geotechnical Engineers

• Tunnelling SpecialistsSupported by:

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