Austria has a long tradition in the construction and operation of road and rail tunnels, a field where user safety and accident response management are becoming ever more important. Building upon the past success, this international symposium once again offers the possibility to exchange knowledge and to gain deeper insight into the newest developments in the following fields.

The focus is put on:

• Underground Transport Ventilation
  Innovative solutions for air quality and safety in subways and tunnels.
• Risk Analysis & Safety Measures
  Comprehensive evaluation of safety-related systems and strategies.
• System Testing & Commissioning
  Testing for new road and rail tunnels, plus recurring inspections during operation.
• Tunnel Refurbishment & Upgrades
  Modernizing infrastructure without disrupting daily operations.
• New Energy Carriers
  Exploring alternative fuels and energy technologies for the future.
• Sustainable Operations
  Efficient energy use and operational strategies for long-term sustainability.
• Infrastructure Resilience
  Strengthening tunnels to withstand future challenges and ensure reliability.
• Digitalization & AI
  Use of data, automation and artificial intelligence to optimize tunnel systems.