ITAtech is dedicated to uniting engineers, manufacturers, contractors, and suppliers globally to share expertise and drive innovation in the tunneling and underground construction industry. Our goal is to support the adoption of new technologies by developing design and performance standards and promoting best-practice guidelines across the industry.
ITAtech Activity Groups
Our activity groups (AGs) focus on key areas of underground construction, such as Data Management, Excavation, Lining, Support, Waterproofing, and Design. These groups are essential in advancing industry standards and practices.
Current Structure:
3 Main Activity Groups
14 Sub-Activity Groups
Focus Areas Include:
Low Carbon Concrete Linings: Introduction and Existing Situation, Specification, Design, Carbon Accounting, Construction, Operation and Maintenance, Case Studies
Excavation: Mechanized Support, TBM Material Consumables, TBM Services Guidelines
Lining, Support & Waterproofing: Waterproofing, Permanent Sprayed Concrete, Cast In Situ, Bolts & Arches
Publications and Resources
To date, ITAtech has published 18 reports, offering valuable insights and guidelines for the underground construction industry. These publications serve as essential resources for industry professionals seeking to stay at the forefront of tunneling technologies. Publications
Membership and Participation
Companies looking to join ITAtech must become either an ITA Supporter or an ITA Prime Sponsor. Detailed membership information, including application forms and flyers, is available : Application Form and flyer information.
As a member, you will have the opportunity to participate in various activity groups, contribute to ongoing projects, and propose new topics for the development of innovative technologies. Once reviewed and approved, these technologies can be promoted and implemented in the global tunneling market.
Join ITAtech to help shape the future of tunneling and underground construction.