Challenges, Successes and Latest Developments for TBM Tunnelling
Wed, 17 Dec
|Zoom or G/F, Fincher Meeting Room, KCC
by Ir Guy Bridges (AECOM)
Time & Location
17 Dec 2025, 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm HKT
Zoom or G/F, Fincher Meeting Room, KCC, 10 Cox's Rd, Jordan, Hong Kong
About the event
Synopsis
TBM technology is constantly being developed, with machines now capable of much more than they could just a few years ago. However, there are still instances where TBM’s have struggled or even failed to complete the planned tunnel construction. This talk will review some notable successes and also failures, and describe some of the key factors that have contributed to the project outcome.
The talk will also include a review of the latest developments in TBM technology, ranging from the traditional elements such as cutter performance, maintenance, ground conditioning etc., novel TBM developments, and also on digital developments such as automation, intelligent data management and application of machine learning, that can assist with the optimum operation of the TBM.
About the Speaker
Guy graduated with a degree in Exploration and Mining Geology from Cardiff University, UK, and with the lack of employment opportunities in Mining in the UK, started…