Conference Day Two: July 16 2008

9.00 Chairman’s Opening Remarks

SUCCESSFUL TRENCHLESS DESIGN

9.10 Key Design And Best Practice Techniques For Effective Microtunneling Optimization Techniques

• Assess the selection of equipment in tools to reduce surface disruption
• How to overcome unexpected obstacles or soil changes by careful constructability analysis and choosing the appropriate microtunneling method
• Challenges to microtunneling during implementation

Saad Khayyat Senior Project Manager Cansult Maunsell

Qaiss Al Bayatee Environmental Manager, Environmental Engineering Cansult Maunsell

9.50 Enabling Trenchless Work For The Successful Delivery Of Underground Railway Projects

• Assessing the effectiveness of trenchless application compared to other methods
• Detailing the most effective material and procedure selection for successful application
• Highlighting essential case study of the use of trenchless technology in the implementation of the Delhi metro

Bassam Mansour Director of Rail Business Bovis Lend Lease

11.00 Trenchless Excavation Technology With Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) In Coastal And Offshore Developments.

• Looking at essential case studies from the region and abroad including, Dubai, Palm Jumeirah, England-France Channel Tunnel and East Side Access, New York
• Assessing the environmental benefits of using trenchless application
• Determine best methods to use under various and novel projects

Dr Tamer Al Hafiz Geotechnical and Tunnelling Engineer Nakheel

11.40 Mastering Microtunnelling Projects Together

Trenchless projects are both a highly rewarding and challenging experience for the contractor. Key to success in microtunnelling is the combination of high quality equipment – reliable and flexible in application - and dedicated technical support throughout project duration by the supplier.

The German experts mts-Perforator and Perforator© highlight how they successfully co-operate with their clients all over the world, focussing on:

• The importance of thorough project evaluation and preparation.
• Choosing the right equipment: balancing flexibility and economy
• High quality equipment and technical support minimise operational risks

Philipp Graf von Preysing Business Development Manager Middle East Mts-Microtunneling Systems and Perforator

13.50 Water Leak Detection In Saudi Arabia

• Does Water Leak Detection service become another Water resource in Saudi Arabia?
• Development of Technical specification of Water Leak Detection.
• Contractual agreement of Water Leak Detection.

Fiaz Al-Elweet President International Aramoon Corporation

EXCHANGE IN SOME OF THE CRITICAL CHALLENGES THE INDUSTRY IS FACING BY PARTICIPATING IN EXCLUSIVE AFTERNOON PANEL SESSIONS

TOPICS INCLUDING:

Design Considerations of Pipe Bursting Techniques

• Assessing unfavorable conditions and limitations, looking into expansive soils, obstructions along the pipe length and surrounding utility lines.
• The effect of pipe bursting on the surrounding environment
• Addressing the economic aspects and the comparative costs versus traditional methods
• Understanding the host pipe material, size and upsizing requirements

Improving Education and Training on Trenchless Technology in the Region

• Determining the most effective means to communicate and inform project, infrastructure and construction managers of the benefits of trenchless technology
• Assessing the price comparative sources of trenchless compared to open cut
• Delivering sustainable education and training programs to ensure accurate application in the UAE.

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