SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE

The Scientific Committee plays a central role in shaping the technical and academic content of the ITA World Tunnel Congress 2027. Composed of leading experts from around the globe, the committee is responsible for reviewing submitted papers, curating technical sessions, and ensuring the highest standards of scientific quality throughout the program. The committee will be officially formed in the coming months, bringing together professionals from academia, industry, and research institutions. Their combined expertise will help guide the development of a rich and forward-looking congress agenda that reflects the latest innovations and challenges in tunnelling and underground space. 

core team

Bart De Pauw (TUC Rail) ​

Chairmain ITA WTC 2027 Antwerp & General Secretary of ABTUS-BVOTS 

Hans Mortier ​(DEME Infra & KU Leuven) 

Jean-Pierre Tshibangu​ (U Mons)

Laurence Delplace ​ (Amberg Engineering)

Dr. Didier De Bruyn (Belgian Nuclear Research Centre, Retired)

Honorary Deputy Chaiman of ABTUS-BVOTS 

Full Scientific Committee​​

TBA