The 2010 event brought together attendees from North America and across the globe, offering a technical program and an exhibition hall featuring all the latest trenchless products and services.

The NASTT’s No-Dig Show Kick-Off Breakfast, sponsored by Trenchless International magazine and Kenny Constructions, featured the musical and comedic stylings of Tim Cavanaugh. Trenchless industry expert Keith Hanks received the 2010 Trenchless Technology Person of the Year Award.

The technical program featured over 135 technical papers on five-concurrent tracks. Delegates rose early to take advantage of the educational opportunities afforded by the comprehensive program.

The Exhibition Hall was officially opened by Program Chair Mark Hallett, together with the program committee. The ribbon cutting was followed by celebratory champagne and cake in honour of the NASTT’s twenty year milestone.

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Companies from North America and abroad, offering trenchless products and services, exhibited to hundreds of delegates and visitors. Machinery large and small was on display, together with demonstrations, pop corn and a race car!

The well-attended Gala Dinnerafforded the opportunity to recognise the five founding members of the NASTT, Stephen Cordes, Norman Sirma, Richard Thomasson, Tom Iseley and the late Michael Argent.

A special addition to the Gala Awards dinner was the Trent Ralston Award for Young Trenchless Achievement. The award was presented to Professor Jason Lueke from Arizona University. The late Trent Ralston’s family were present for the presentation of the award.

Given the success of the No-Dig 2010, anticipation is already mounting for the 2011 NASTT No-Dig event, to be held in Washington D.C. from 27–31 March.