Program Schedule

We look forward to seeing you in Austin, TX!

All event unless otherwise noted will take place at the Austin Marriott Downtown.

Please note, all events and times are subject to change. Check back regularly for the latest schedule and details about conference events.

This unique two-day event – organized in partnership by North American Tunneling Journal and the Underground Construction Association – features sponsored tabletops and session topics on the most cutting edge tunneling projects.


Sunday, November 12, 2023

3:00 pm – 4:30 pm

NAT 2024 Planning Committee Meeting

Room 401 Level 4
3:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Sponsor Tabletop Set Up

Moontower Hall
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Scholarship Recipients & Mentoring Meet & Greet

Room 401 Level 4

Monday, November 13, 2023

7:00 am – 6:30 pm

Registration Open

Waller Ballroom Foyer Level 3
7:00 am – 8:00 am

Authors’ Coffee

Waller Salon B Level 3
7:30 am – 8:00 am

Continental Breakfast & Coffee with Sponsors

Moontower Hall Level 2
8:00 am – 10:00 am

Conference Opening & Keynote Sessions

Waller Salons CD&EF Level 3
10:00 am – 10:30 am

Coffee Break with Sponsors

Moontower Hall Level 2
10:30 am – Noon

Technical Session: Tunnel Rehabilitation and Sustainability

Waller Salons CD&EF Level 3
Noon – 1:30 pm

Lunch with Sponsors

Moontower Hall Level 2
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

Technical Session: Renewable Energy and Water Security

Waller Salons CD&EF Level 3
3:00 pm – 3:30 pm

Refreshment Break with Sponsors

Moontower Hall Level 2
3:30 pm – 5:00 pm

Contractor's Panel Session

Waller Salons CD&EF Level 3
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

Networking Reception with Sponsors
Sponsored by Geoform Systems Corporation

Moontower Hall Level 2

Tuesday, November 14, 2023

7:00 am – 5:30 pm

Registration Open

Waller Ballroom Foyer Level 3
7:00 am – 8:00 am

Authors' Coffee

Waller Salon B Level 3
7:30 am – 8:00 am

Continental Breakfast and Coffee with Sponsors

Moontower Hall Level 2
8:00 am – 10:00 am Technical Session: Research, Development & Advances in Materials & Equipment Waller Salons CD&EF Level 3
10:00 am – 10:30 am

Coffee Break with Sponsors

Moontower Hall Level 2
10:30 am – Noon

Technical Session: Developments in Digital Technologies & Artificial Intelligence

Waller Salons CD&EF Level 3
Noon – 1:30 pm

Lunch with Sponsors

Moontower Hall Level 2
1:30 pm – 3:00 pm

Technical Session: Major Projects

Waller Salons CD&EF Level 3
3:00 pm – 3:30 pm

Technical Session: South and Central Project Update

Waller Salons CD&EF Level 3
3:30 pm – 4:00 pm

Refreshment Break with Sponsors

Moontower Hall Level 2
4:00 pm – 5:30 pm

“Ask the Owner’s” Panel Session
Conference Chair’s Closing Remarks

Waller Salons CD&EF Level 3

Wednesday, November 15, 2023

8:00 am – 11:00 am

RETC 2025 Planning Committee Meeting

Room 401 Level 4
8:00 am – 11:00 am

Brushy Creek Regional Utility Authority (BCRUA) Phase 2 Raw Water Delivery System: Field Trip 1 (Ticketed)

Offsite Meet the Shuttle in the Lobby
11:30 am – 2:30 pm

Brushy Creek Regional Utility Authority (BCRUA) Phase 2 Raw Water Delivery System: Field Trip 2 (Ticketed)

Offsite Meet the Shuttle in the Lobby