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The DFI–EFFC international conference in Rome focused on how megaprojects are creating new opportunities and challenges for the geotechnical industry. It explored the role of advanced machinery, technologies, and specialized materials, and the need for designers and contractors to develop approaches suited to evolving codes and contractual requirements.<br /><br />The event brought together academics, clients, designers, contractors, suppliers, and owners to discuss challenges and solutions for increasingly large, fast, specialized, and complex projects. Hosted at Sapienza University, it featured keynote lectures and technical presentations. Of more than 150 papers submitted, 70 were selected for oral presentation across 12 sessions, and 38 for posters. Students and young engineers also participated, including in a plenary discussion designed specifically for young professionals.<br /><br />The conference chair thanked the sponsors, partner organizations, organizing and technical committees, advisory board, DFI staff, and Italian colleagues for their contributions to the event.

Keywords

DFI-EFFC conference

Rome

megaprojects

geotechnical industry

advanced machinery

specialized materials

design codes

contractual requirements

Sapienza University

young engineers