Bringing together attendees from North America and across the globe, the 2011 event offered a five stream technical program and an exhibition hall featuring all the latest trenchless products and services.

The NASTT No-Dig Show Kick-Off Breakfast was opened by NASTT Chairman George Ragula. Outgoing Board Members, Chris Brahler, Dan Liotti and Dave Bennett were thanked for their services.

The Exhibition Hall was officially opened by Program Chair Jack Burnam and George Ragula together with program committee, and special guest, George Washington.

Companies offering trenchless products and services, from North America and abroad, exhibited to hundreds of delegates and visitors.

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The technical program this year featured 140 papers on a diverse range of trenchless topics. Delegates were early to rise to take advantage of this great opportunity.

The Gala Dinner proved to be a night of great entertainment and socialising. Jim Hoggatt received the Chairman's award for outstanding service to the trenchless industry. The Trent Ralston Award for Young Trenchless Achievement was awarded to Kathryn Wallin and the late Joseph L. Abbott Jr was recognised for his contribution to the industry. The inaugural recipients of the Joseph L. Abbott Jr innovative product award winners were Vermeer and Zia Systems .

The 21st NASTT No-Dig show will be held in Nashville, Tennessee, at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Centre from 11–15 March 2012.