NEWS & UPDATES

Underground Antwerp is Getting a Major Upgrade!

Today, 04 May 2026, De Lijn starts the renovation of the Antwerp pre-metro tunnels. The oldest section of the tunnel dates back to March 1975, making it 51 years old and well overdue for a major overhaul.

Project Update on the The Antwerp Masterpiece – Oosterweel Connection

Take a look at the video with Oosterweel Connection Project Updates: For a visual deep-dive into the site’s progress and a preview of what you will see during the ITA WTC2027.

Belgian Industry Gathers Ahead of the ITA World Tunnel Congress 2027

On 31 March 2026, the Organising Committee of ITA WTC2027 Antwerp brought together 170 professionals related to the tunnelling and underground construction community for an information session and cocktail event at A Room with a ZOO in Antwerp. The countdown to the ITA World Tunnel Congress 2027 has officially begun.

We’re on YouTube! 

Our official YouTube channel: ITA World Tunnel Congress 2027 Antwerp – YouTube is the place where we share videos about progress updates, project insights, and relevant information about the World Tunnel Congress 2027. 

Progress Update from the Organising Committee 

The organising committee of the World Tunnel Congress 2027 is making great progress in preparing for this landmark event in Antwerp. From planning the congress venue to coordinating impressive technical site visits — including major infrastructure projects like the Oosterweel Connection

Antwerp Selected to Host World Tunnel Congress 2027 

Koen Kennis, director of Lantis, first alderman of the City of Antwerp and responsible for finance, mobility, heritage, tourism and small businesses, has expressed immense pride and support in our city being selected to host the World Tunnel Congress 2027 🌟 Kennis emphasised