2026 2nd International Conference on Bridge & Tunnel Construction and Engineering (BTCE 2026)

BTCE 2026 Successfully Held Online: Advancing Low-Carbon and Intelligent Technologies in Bridge and Tunnel Engineering

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The 2026 2nd International Conference on Bridge & Tunnel Construction and Engineering (BTCE 2026) was successfully held online, bringing together leading researchers, engineers, and scholars from around the world. The conference featured three keynote speeches and ten oral presentations, concluding with a virtual group photo and closing remarks.

Opening and Welcome Remarks

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The conference opened with a warm welcome by the host, who introduced the day’s schedule and guided participants through the online etiquette, including camera activation for a group photo following the first speech.

Keynote Speeches

Three distinguished professors delivered keynote presentations, addressing critical challenges and innovations in bridge and tunnel engineering:

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Prof. Yuanqing Wang (Chang'an University)
“Accounting Technology and Trends for Carbon Reduction in Bridge Construction, Maintenance, and Operation” – Highlighting financial and technological strategies for lowering carbon emissions throughout the bridge lifecycle.

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Prof. Qinxi Dong (Shandong Jiaotong University)
“Digital and Intelligent Supercomputing Simulation Empowers Intelligent Construction” – Demonstrating how high-performance computing and digital twins are transforming construction efficiency and safety.

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Prof. Jianbing Lv (Guangdong University of Technology)
“Research on Rapid Assessment and Emergency Response Technology for Highway Slope Disasters Integrating Multi-source Sensing and Deep Learning” – Presenting cutting-edge methods for real-time disaster monitoring and response.

Oral Presentations

Ten early-career and established researchers presented their latest findings, covering diverse topics such as concrete microstructure under extreme environments, self-sensing concrete beams, shield tunnel lining behavior, mining-induced tunnel deformation, composite lining under internal pressure, bridge anchorage dehumidification, seismic isolation for high-speed rail bridges, carbon emission management for suspension bridges, and machine-learning-based collapse resistance of steel pipe joints. Presenters represented institutions including Lanzhou Jiaotong University, Guangxi University, Southwest Jiaotong University, Nanjing Tech University, and Xi’an University of Architecture and Technology.

Practical and Environmental Significance
The conference underscored the growing importance of low-carbon construction, intelligent simulation, and deep learning–based disaster response in modern infrastructure. With global attention on carbon neutrality and climate resilience, the research shared at BTCE 2026 offers actionable pathways for reducing emissions in bridge maintenance, improving construction safety through digital tools, and rapidly responding to geotechnical hazards—directly benefiting engineering practice, policy making, and public safety.

Closing and Future Collaboration
At the conclusion of the academic program, the host expressed gratitude to all speakers and participants. Attendees were invited to contact the conference secretariat for further collaboration.

BTCE 2026 not only showcased innovative research but also fostered global dialogue on making bridge and tunnel engineering safer, greener, and smarter.