ABTUS-BVOTS
- the Belgian Tunnelling Association -

A Unique Behind‑the‑Scenes Visit to the Waasland Tunnel On 23 February 2026, thirty enthusiastic participants gathered for an exceptional technical visit to the Waasland Tunnel in Antwerp. The works carried out in and around the Waaslandtunnel — with a project value of approximately 25 million euros — focus on modernising installations, improving safety systems, and ensuring the long‑term operational reliability of one of Antwerp’s most iconic river crossings. According to th

WTC cocktail evening Tuesday, March 31, 2026 – from 6:00 PM | FMCCA (Room With A ZOO), Antwerp In the lead-up to WTC 2027 , where ABTUS-BVOTS will welcome more than 2,000 tunnelling professionals  to Antwerp, we invite our members to an inspiring evening session: A plenary part explaining the significance and impact of WTC2027 for the Belgian tunnelling community Ample networking opportunities to set the tone for the road toward 2027 This event is exclusive to sympathizers in

General Assembly + Seminar O'weel Right Bank On Tuesday, March 31, 2026 , we welcome our members from 12:00  onward for our General Assembly , followed by an in-depth afternoon seminar  on the study and construction works on the Right Bank of the Oosterweel Link in Antwerp . A must-attend update for everyone involved in tunnels and underground infrastructure! Anyone crossing Antwerp will have noticed the impressive works on the Right Bank. During this seminar, we provide a co

Ahead of its official reopening on 28 February 2026 , ABTUS‑BVOTS is pleased to offer its members a unique opportunity  to visit the Waaslandtunnel  in a completely traffic‑free condition. Thanks to the collaboration with AWV  and the Flemish Government – Department of Mobility & Public Works , this technical site visit provides an exceptional behind‑the‑scenes look at one of Belgium’s most iconic pieces of infrastructure. PPE is mandatory: helmet, safety shoes, fluorescent v