Both English and Polish are official langueges during the confererence (with simultanoues interpretation during the lectures).
WEDNESDAY / 09.04.2025 – Day 1
10:00–11:00
Participant registration, welcome coffee
SESSION 1.
Opening session / (20')
11:00–11:20
Conference opening – inaugural speeches:
• Prof. Andrzej Kuliczkowski, Kielce University of Technology
• Mariusz Karpiński-Rzepa, nbi med!a publishing house, Nowoczesne Budownictwo Inżynieryjne
• Piotr Ziętara, Kraków Waterworks (WMK S.A.)
SESSION 2.
Scientific and company presentations / 11:20–13:00 (100’)
Session Chair: Prof. Paweł Popielski, Warsaw University of Technology
11:20–11:40
Challenges for the water and wastewater sector in the context of climate change adaptation (20’)
Piotr Ziętara, Kraków Waterworks
11:40–12:10
On the Advancements in Trenchless Technologies (30’)
Prof. Keh-Jian (Albert) Shou, International Society for Trenchless Technology (ISTT)
12:10–12:20
The mission and activities of the North American Society for Trenchless Technology (10’)
Matthew Izzard, NASTT
12:20–12:30
Polish Foundation for Trenchless Technologies – a new chapter (10’)
Dr Eng. Tadeusz Żaba, PFTT, Kraków Waterworks, Cracow University of Technology
12:30–12:50
Gravity sewer rehabilitation using PP-HM modular pipes (20’)
Jacek Kulig, BASE Consulting
12:50–13:00
Discussion (10’)
13:00–14:00
Lunch break (60’)
SESSION 3.
Scientific and company presentations / 14:00–15:50 (110’)
Session Chair: Dr Eng. Bogdan Przybyła, Wrocław University of Science and Technology
14:00–14:20
Selected quality management issues in sewer rehabilitation projects (20’)
Dr Eng. Andrzej Raganowicz, Bundeswehr University Munich
14:20–14:35
Risk analysis in trenchless sewer rehabilitation – a case study (15’)
Prof. Andrzej Kuliczkowski, Kielce University of Technology
14:35–14:45
Proposal to create a permanent exhibition: Past, present and future of trenchless technologies (10’)
Prof. Andrzej Kuliczkowski, Kielce University of Technology
14:45–15:00
Modernisation of wastewater treatment infrastructure at the Main Wastewater Treatment Plant in Prague (15’)
Robert Kostolány, EUTIT
15:00–15:20
Selected monitoring methods for collectors during trenchless rehabilitation and operation (20’)
Prof. Paweł Popielski, Warsaw University of Technology
15:20–15:40
Flood damage to underground infrastructure and reconstruction using trenchless technologies (20’)
Prof. Adam Wysokowski, University of Zielona Góra
15:40–15:50
Discussion (10’)
15:50–16:10
Coffee break (20’)
SESSION 4.
Workshop: Renovation of Water and Sewer Networks – Assumptions vs. Implementation, Part 1 & 2 / 16:10–19:10 (180’)
Session Chair: Prof. Adam Wysokowski, University of Zielona Góra
Instructors: Marcin Łukaszewicz and Marcin Derda, Kraków Waterworks; Dr Eng. Beata Nienartowicz, IDEANTE, Warsaw University of Technology
16:10–17:25
Workshops – Part 1 (75’)
Introduction to the topic. Overview of renovation investments undertaken by Kraków Waterworks in recent years. Discussion of experiences with trenchless renovation techniques in terms of the correctness of method and material selection. Identification of best practices and challenges encountered in investment planning, including selecting technical and material parameters for renovation.
17:25–17:40
Coffee break (15’)
17:40–18:55
Workshops – Part 2 (75’)
Fundamentals of selecting renovation technologies and defining material requirements based on technical knowledge and real-world conditions of public procurement. Discussion of risks related to insufficiently or overly detailed tender documentation. Suggested approaches for effective investment preparation.
18:55–19:10
Discussion and workshops summary (15’)
20:00–23:00
Networking dinner
THURSDAY / 10.04.2025 – Day 2
SESSION 5.
Scientific and company presentations / 9:20–11:40 (140’)
Session Chair: Prof. Józef Dziopak, Rzeszów University of Technology
09:20–09:35
Design and implementation aspects of microtunneling at Kraków Waterworks (15’)
Marek Zapart, Kraków Waterworks
09:35–09:50
CCTV inspection of water pipelines – a powerful tool against installation defects (15’)
Marcin Derda, Rafał Niewiadomski, Kraków Waterworks
09:50–10:05
Combined sewer systems vs. climate change (15’)
Marcin Łukaszewicz, Kraków Waterworks
10:05–10:20
Trenchless rehabilitation of sewers in Kraków (15’)
Rafał Żelazny, Kraków Waterworks
10:20–10:35
Traditional vs. trenchless rehabilitation – cost analysis based on a case study (15’)
Dr Eng. Tadeusz Żaba, PFTT, Kraków Waterworks, Cracow University of Technology
10:35–10:50
How COVERLAN transforms the rehabilitation process of water mains (15’)
Marcin Motylski, Terlan
10:50–11:10
An overview of trenchless technology utilization and innovation in the United States of America (20’)
Matthew Izzard, North American Society for Trenchless Technology (NASTT)
11:10–11:30
Criteria for selecting trenchless construction methods for underground pipelines (20’)
Agata Zwierzchowska, PhD Eng., Kielce University of Technology
11:30–11:40
Discussion (10’)
11:40–12:00
Coffee break (20’)
SESSION 6.
Design and construction of the Krakow metro – discussion panel / 12:00–13:30 (90’)
Session Chair: Mariusz Karpiński-Rzepa, nbi med!a publishing house, Nowoczesne Budownictwo Inżynieryjne
Moderator: Prof. Andrzej Szarata, Rector of Cracow University of Technology, Chair of the Council for Metro Construction
A special session dedicated to the construction of the subway in Kraków, co-organized with the Cracow University of Technology. The panel will address key aspects of preparing this investment: from the current project status, through geological and hydrogeological conditions, to the challenges related to tunnel boring and its impact on the surrounding environment.
The discussion will feature distinguished experts, representatives of the scientific community, city authorities, and members of the Metro Construction Advisory Council:
• Prof. Stanisław Mazur, First Deputy Mayor of the City of Kraków
• Prof. Tadeusz Słomka, AGH University of Krakow
• Prof. Tadeusz Tatara, Cracow University of Technology
• Prof. Krzysztof Tajduś, AGH University of Krakow
• Prof. Adam Postawa, AGH University of Krakow
Topics to be discussed during the panel include:
• current status of the investment, project schedule, and funding,
• ground and water conditions along the tunnel route,
• challenges of tunnel boring and TBM machine selection,
• impact of the tunnel construction and operation on the surroundings, monitoring, and protection of adjacent structures.
13:30–14:30
Lunch break (60')
SESSION 7.
Live equipment and technology demonstrations / 14:30–15:40 (70’)
14:30–14:50
Saertex technology demonstration: Trenchless installation of the styrene-free CIPP SAERTEX Liner H2O S+ XR Hygienic, part 1 (20’)
Trenchless installation of the styrene-free CIPP SAERTEX Liner H2O S+ XR Hygienic, based on high-quality vinyl ester resin. This product meets all regulatory requirements for contact with drinking water. During the demonstration, participants will also see how to properly install a so-called “service connection” — a house connection to the installed liner.
14:50–15:35
Terlan Technology Demonstration: Rehabilitation of Transmission and Water Supply Pipelines Using COVERLAN Spray Coating (45’)
A practical demonstration of trenchless rehabilitation of transmission and water supply pipelines using SIPP (Spray in Place Pipe) technology with the COVERLAN hybrid polyurea resin composite reinforced with basalt fibers.
The demonstration will include a presentation of the machines and equipment used, an overview of key technological processes and acceptance methods, as well as a live spray application on a DN 400 pipeline. The session will conclude with an open discussion with industry experts.
15:35–15:40
Saertex technology demonstration: Trenchless installation of the styrene-free CIPP SAERTEX Liner H2O S+ XR Hygienic, part 2 (5’)
Inspection and verification of results
15:30–16:00
Coffee break (30')
SESSION 8.
Scientific and company presentations / 16:00–18:00 (110’)
Session Chair: Dr Eng. Tadeusz Żaba, PFTT, Kraków Waterworks, Cracow University of Technology
16:00–16:15
Trenchless construction technologies for underground pipe installations – choice dilemmas (15’)
Prof. Jan Ziaja, AGH University of Krakow
16:15–16:30
Four variants of polygon tests of sewage pipes (15’)
Prof. Emilia Kuliczkowska, Dr Eng. Justyna Lisowska, Kielce University of Technology
16:30–16:45
Cobra – an innovative guided pipe jacking technology without the use of bentonite (15’)
Aleksander Kazański, NODIGMARKET24
16:45–17:05
Geospatial Technologies for Digital Twins – Drones, LiDAR, Photogrammetry (20’)
Dr Eng. Artur Warchoł, Kielce University of Technology
17:05–17:20
Errors in the design and execution stages of sewer pipeline rehabilitation (15’)
Dr Eng. Bogdan Przybyła, Politechnika Wrocławska
17:20–17:35
Determining the MAOP value for the renovation of water pipes (15’)
Dr Eng. Anna Parka, Kielce University of Technology
17:35–17:50
Discussion and conference summary (15')
Chairs: Prof. Andrzej Kuliczkowski, Kielce University of Technology; Mariusz Karpiński-Rzepa, nbi med!a publishing house, Nowoczesne Budownictwo Inżynieryjne; Dr Eng. Tadeusz Żaba, Polish Foundation for Trenchless Technology (PFTT), Kraków Waterworks, Cracow University of Technology
20:00–02:00
Gala dinner with the ceremony of awarding the EXPERT 2025
FRIDAY / 11.04.2025 – Day 3
10:00–14:30
Trip to the "Wieliczka" Salt Mine – exploring underground chambers, tunnels, and the St. Kinga Chapel. Departure from the hotel, return to the same location.
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