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Company innovates in services relocation challenge

Sun, 5 May 2013 GHD has welcomed The Honorable Julia Gillard to the official opening ceremony of the Great Eastern Highway Upgrade Project, a project that represented one of the most significant service relocation and replacement challenges on a Western Australian infrastructure project.

5 minutes with Sudipta Basu

Trenchless Australasia speaks with industry expert and Sydney Water Principal Civil Engineer Sudipta Basu about the role of Trenchless Technology in Sydney, his predictions for the future of the technology, and his involvement at the ASTT conference.

Fast, accurate, reliable and repeatable location

The task of locating specific pipe and cables in large underground networks is becoming increasingly complex, making the operator’s job more difficult and more time consuming. It is vital to check for underground hazards before undertaking any digging activity, otherwise there is the threat of death or injury from live cable strikes, and local disruption if utility or telecommunications services are cut.

Dig safe with PelicanCorp

Need assistance locating existing infrastructure on your next no-dig project? PelicanCorp provides software and services that protect essential infrastructure, assisting the work of utilities, asset owners and the project pre-investigation industry.

Fact on fact, not fancy

As the business of keeping clear of underground services becomes more crowded, the onus comes on project operators to make sure their tools are performing to the highest standard. This article provides guidance to operators when purchasing equipment, explaining terminology and equipment limitations.

Selecting the right transmitter

Anthony Johnstone from the National Utility Locating Contractors Association Australia and Access Detection speaks about the importance of transmitters and how to select one that best suits your locating needs.

Book your social ticket to 2013

Fri, 22 February 2013 The social events and touring opportunities have been confirmed for the Sydney-based International No-Dig Down Under 2013, and include exhibition opening cocktails, a tour on the beautiful Sydney Harbour and the prestigious ISTT and ASTT Awards Night and Gala dinner at an iconic Sydney location.

Meet the partners of ISTT No-Dig 2013

Wed, 23 January 2013 Trenchless Australasia introduces you to the event partners and sponsors already locked in for the 31st ISTT No-Dig Conference and Exhibition, to be located in Sydney from 1-4 September 2013.

Fibre-to-house connection contracts signed by NBN Co

Tue, 8 January 2013 NBN Co has signed contracts with two companies for services connecting flats and units to the NBN.

The ISTT event comes Down Under in 2013

In 2013 the Australasian Society will welcome the International Society for Trenchless Technology to Sydney for the Trenchless Technology event of the year – International No-Dig Down Under 2013.

Trenchless Live 2012 an industry success

In Melbourne from 22–24 October 2012, over 900 participants attended one of the largest trenchless exhibitions ever hosted in the Southern Hemisphere. Live demonstrations were the centrepiece of the conference program, with exhibitors displaying innovative and proven trenchless technologies.

Last week to receive a free Trenchless Australasia e-guide

Tue, 27 November 2012 As a Trenchless Australasia e-newsletter reader, we recommend that you join 4,000 of your peers in becoming a subscriber to the quarterly magazine.

ISTT Chairman speaks on Aussie radio

Mon, 5 November 2012 ISTT Chairman Sam Ariaratnam has recently featured on Australia's ABC Radio Station, speaking in a segment focussed on construction in underground space.

Trenchless Live 2012 an industry success

Mon, 5 November 2012 Over 900 participants attended one of the largest trenchless exhibitions ever hosted in the Southern Hemisphere, held in Melbourne from 22-24 October 2012. Live demonstrations were the centrepiece of the conference program with exhibitors displaying the latest Trenchless Technology.

Trenchless Live 2012 kicks off in style!

Tue, 23 October 2012 The largest live trenchless event in the Southern Hemisphere has commenced in style - last night ASTT Chairman Trevor Gosatti welcomed delegates, exhibitors, speakers and partners to the event at the ASTT's Opening Cocktail Party, sponsored by HOBAS.

Trenchless Live 2012 opens tonight

Mon, 22 October 2012 The ASTT’s annual event of 2012 will officially open tonight at the 5 pm Oktoberfest-themed Opening Exhibition and Cocktails party.

Why job seekers should subscribe to industry magazines

Fri, 31 August 2012 Engaging with the trenchless industry through a magazine subscription will help you with your career development. Plus, if you subscribe today, you’ll receive a thank-you gift; an e-guide on how to get involved with the NBN roll-out.

Countdown is on! Register for Trenchless Live today

Tue, 14 August 2012 The early bird registration deadline for Trenchless Live 2012 is fast approaching, and there's only three weeks left to take advantage of this special offer.

Finding and winning tenders: your essential guide

Tue, 14 August 2012 Tough business conditions in the Australian construction and infrastructure industries results in handfuls of businesses closing down each week.

No-Dig Down Under 2013 gears up

Mon, 30 July 2012 The Call for Papers for the 31st ISTT No-Dig – No Dig Down Under 2013 – is now open, with the program committee comprising ISTT and ASTT representatives.

Network integrity: protecting vital assets

The Network Integrity area of Telstra delivers customer solutions for asset relocations and commercial works, working with stakeholders including Dial Before You Dig to minimise damage to the network.

Subsurface utility engineering

The process of identifying underground assets is critical to the fast and safe delivery of a project. Here, Matt Keppich considers the potential best practice for this process and the development of an Australia-New Zealand Standard for subsurface utility engineering.