Delegates are guaranteed to take plenty away from the conference program with a range of speakers covering projects, technology, the latest developments, policy and more.

Building on the successful and highly enjoyable event in Sydney 2008, the great benefit of an event like this is the way it brings the entire trenchless industry together in one place; owners and utilities, contractors and suppliers are all able to network, to co-operate for the future of the industry and to exchange the latest information.

The keynote speakers, including ISTT Chairman Dec Downey and Dr Sam Ariaratnam, are testament to the undoubted high quality of the program. Additionally, a record number of abstracts have been received, ensuring a very high standard of technical program overall as well as a number of fascinating papers on relevant, non-technical topics.

Additionally, a world-class exhibition will see companies from across Australia, New Zealand and many from the wider world, displaying the very latest in products and services.

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It’s not all work, and the outstanding social program provides plenty of opportunity to network with old and new colleagues in a more relaxed setting. It is often at these functions that true bonds are created.

Trenchless is the solution to many of the problems that the world is currently facing; a tightening global credit market and economic slowdown means that every dollar counts and trenchless technology is no longer an expensive alternative, but instead offers many ways to do more with less.

Trenchless also reduces the carbon footprint of many infrastructure projects and has a major role to play in promoting sustainability. Ongoing water shortages also underline the important of asset management to ensure that precious water isn’t lost due to poorly maintained infrastructure.

For all of these reasons, trenchless technology should be front and centre for all utilities and asset owners. Whether you are new to the industry and need to learn more, an old-hand seeking to brush up and find out the latest developments, or a company that has a product or service to supply, you need to attend Trenchless Australasia 09.