CECL-Global
CECL is a consultancy business which specialises in the design of tunnels and underground space. Advanced numerical modelling and visualisation skills enable world class design solutions to be developed from concept through to handover.
- Date
- 11 December 2025
- Time
This event has now ended
Overview
Building upon five years of intensive R&D we will showcase how the process represents a revolution in tunnelling technology that will deliver substantial cost and carbon savings and will support the achievement of rapid advance rates.
The process will deliver a high quality, watertight lining capable of remaining durable in the most challenging of environments.
Join us for an in-depth look at this innovative methodology, including details of the process and the unique lining material.
The speakers will highlight how Slipform Tunnelling® is not just a concept, but a practical system which we and our consortium partners expect to bring to market in the next twelve months.
Following the lecture, there will be a networking session in the ICE Kendal's bar with food sponsored by Bekaert and drinks sponsored by CECL-Global.
Drinks sponsor
Food Sponsor
Bekaert
Bekaert is a global leader in material science of steel wire and coating solutions for various markets.
Event Organiser
British Tunnelling Society
The BTS is a dynamic group of tunnelling professionals sharing knowledge within the industry.
Speakers
Professor Colin Eddie FREng FICE
CECL-Global
design & innovation
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Professor Colin Eddie FREng FICE
Colin is an internationally recognised expert in tunnel design and construction with over 40 years of experience.
He has contributed significantly to the sector by developing numerous innovations in tunnelling and underground space which have been credited with improving the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of many recent major projects.
Today he and his organisation (CECL-Global) provide expert support and advice to clients around the world. He manages an active research and development programme in collaboration with industry partners and the University of Warwick.
Dr Henry Pairaudeau MA MEng PhD CEng MICE
CECL-Global
applied research
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Dr Henry Pairaudeau MA MEng PhD CEng MICE
Henry has over fourteen year’s experience in engineering design, management and research for major infrastructure and tunnelling projects.
His major project contributions include the Lee Tunnel, Thames Tideway West and the UK’s Geological Disposal Facility for radioactive waste. Recently, he has completed a PhD at the University of Warwick researching novel materials for Slipform Tunnelling®.
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