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
Chairman ITA WTC2027
General Secretary 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 Chairman ABTUS-BVOTS
Matteo Pachera
Sweco Belgium
Full Scientific Committee