Event | Optimising Tunnelling with Advanced Geotech Modelling

✨ Overview

Australia’s tunnelling industry is booming, connecting communities and driving national infrastructure growth.
On 24 June 2025, join Engineers Australia and MIDAS IT Australia for the GTS NX webinar to:

▪️Review AS5100-compliant tunnelling case studies
▪️Streamline your modelling, analysis & design workflows
▪️Evaluate soil and rock tunnel performance through project applications
▪️Acquire expert insights on emerging tunnelling trends

Walk away with the proven tools and insights you need to tackle any ground condition with confidence! 💪🏼

👤 Who Should Attend

▪️Tunnel & Structural Designers exploring case studies and modern tunnelling analysis methods
▪️Civil & Geotechnical Engineers seeking seamless ground-structure workflows
▪️Project Managers & Consultants aiming to reduce design risk and optimise construction workflow
▪️Government Bodies & Regulators overseeing risk evaluation and subsurface project compliance
▪️Students & Modelling Enthusiasts eager to master geotech tools

❓ Why You Should Join

▪️See GTS NX in action solving a real tunnelling project application
▪️Accelerate your modelling workflows with intelligent automation
▪️Gain insights on Australia’s infrastructure boom
▪️Get your questions answered live by top industry experts

💡 What You'll Take Away

▪️Explore efficient workflows in GTS NX for design and risk assessment

▪️See real-world case studies showcasing practical applications of GTS NX

▪️Understand the role of geotechnical analysis in modern tunnelling projects

▪️Learn how to model tunnel behaviour using advanced simulation techniques

💻 Webinar Highlights

12:00 - 12:05
Welcome & Industry Insights Amanda Rodgers | Engineers Australia
12:05 - 12:15
Industry Opening Speech : Insights into Current Infrastructure and Tunnelling Trends Jack Muir | Aurecon
12:15 - 12:40
Deep Dive into GTS NX : Optimising Tunnelling with Advanced Geotech Modelling Harsha Tadavarthi | MIDAS IT Australia
12:40 - 13:05
Project Application : Cut & Cover Design of an Underground Mine Portal using GTS NX Gary Preddey | Newbridge Civil Pty Ltd
13:05 - 13:20
Live Q&A Session
* Follow-Up Training Session on July 1
- Hands-on training on the features introduced in this webinar
- Registration link will be sent in your post-webinar email.

🎙️Speakers

Jack Muir

Principal Engineer | Aurecon

Jack Muir is a Principal at Aurecon with extensive experience in tunnelling projects across Australia and overseas. With a strong background in ground engineering, he has led complex infrastructure projects with a focus on innovative solutions and technology integration. Jack is passionate about addressing key industry challenges, including the societal licence to build underground, and will share insights on national infrastructure priorities, emerging trends, and the role engineers play in the future of tunnelling.

Harsha Tadavarthi

Geotechnical Team Leader & Technical Manager | MIDAS IT Australia

Harsha Tadavarthi is the Geotechnical Team Leader and Technical Manager at MIDAS IT, with over seven years of experience in geotechnical engineering. He provides expert support and training for GTS NX and SoilWorks users across a wide range of sectors, including infrastructure, civil engineering, and mining. He also conducts international workshops to share practical applications and theoretical insights in geotechnical modelling, and currently oversees MIDAS IT’s technical operations in the Oceania region.

Gary Preddey

Projects Director | Newbridge Civil Pty Ltd

Gary P. Preddey is a structural engineer with 30 years of experience designing buried structures in road, rail, and mining applications. He is a long-time member of various Australian/New Zealand Standard Committees, including the bridge code AS5100, buried corrugated metal structures AS/NZS2041, and earth retaining walls AS4678. He is a founding partner in the Australian civil engineering business Newbridge Civil Pty Ltd.

🎁 Special Benefits for Attendees

Sign up now to gain full access to premium resources, including a trial license and comprehensive tutorials designed to help you maximise your experience with MIDAS. Don't miss this opportunity to explore powerful engineering solutions!

30-Days Free License All registrants will receive a free training license in the confirmation email.
Exclusive Training Materials Ready-to-use models & tutorials: Circular Tunnel, NATM Tunnel, Tunnel Lining — Demand Capacity Plots.
CPD Hours Participants will earn 1.5 CPD hours accredited by Engineers Australia, supporting career growth.

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📋 Webinar Details

▪️Date & Time : 24/06/2025 (Tue) — 12:00 PM to 1:20 PM (AEST)

▪️Platform: YouTube Live

▪️Language: English

▪️Duration: 80 minutes

ℹ️ A join link will be sent to you a day before the webinar starts.
ℹ️ Please check your email inbox to ensure you receive it.

📩 Contact Us

Nicholas Choi, Business Development Manager
Email : au.support@midasit.com