“The actual technical content delivered during the


course was really good, insightful and cannot be faulted.” “The content was very informative with valuable


insights from both contractors’ and designers’ perspectives. It was great to hear from industry experts sharing their practical knowledge and experiences in tunneling.” This can be accused as being a biased and selective


contribution to the discussion, but we seek all feedback every year with the aim of continuously tailoring the course to suit the needs and requirements of the delegates. We also received some valuable feedback last year concerning potential changes.


SEASONED SPEAKERS Two of the recent lecturers on the course had the following to say:


“The BTS Design and Construction Course is one of the


finest to be found anywhere in the profession. It provides a concentrated injection of high calibre tunneling knowledge on a wide range of topics from world leading experts.” “The BTS Design & Construction Course provides


the full range of essential learning and the ‘need to know’ for those committed to a career in the tunneling industry.” And, if all of that is not enough, we can consider


some of the other advantages of attending the course – other than the evening sporting socials that are included for those willing to demonstrate their prowess outside of tunneling. Firstly, this is the opportunity to listen to, talk with,


and question some of the leading practitioners in our field today, both inside the lecture theatre, and out. Modesty will prevent each lecturer from claiming the


Above left: concrete segment Above right: One of final breakthroughs on London Power Tunnels-2 project PHOTO CREDIT: NATIONAL GRID Summer 2025 | 31


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