Asst. Prof. Dr. İbrahim Rasin DÜZCEER, a faculty member of the Civil Engineering Department, participated in the EFFC (European Federation of Foundation Contractors) Council Meeting held in Prague on March 6–7, 2025.
The meeting brought together presidents and technical committee representatives from Türkiye, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Italy, Austria, Poland, the Czech Republic, Sweden, the Netherlands, and Belgium. The participants discussed the current activities and challenges faced by member countries. Chairs of the Contract, Technical, Sustainability, and Health & Safety Working Groups presented updates on their respective focus areas.
Several key publications were introduced, including the “Guideline for the Assessment of Integrity of Deep Foundations by Non-Destructive Testing”, the second edition of the “Working Platform Guideline” and “Support Fluids Guideline”, and the upcoming third edition of the “Tremie Concrete Guideline”. Discussions were also held on the use of artificial intelligence in the geotechnical field and strategies for encouraging young geotechnical engineers to join the sector.
A comprehensive presentation was delivered on the national and international activities of TMD (Turkish Association of Foundation Contractors), current projects in Türkiye, and the contributions of Turkish professionals to the geotechnical engineering field.
Information was shared regarding the upcoming international conference titled “Geotechnical Engineering Redefined: New Frontiers in Ground Engineering”, to be held in Bruges, Belgium, on May 21–23, 2025, in collaboration with DFI-EFFC. It was also noted that early registration ends on March 21.
We extend our sincere thanks to EFFC President Fabrizio Leoni and ADSZS President Jindřich Řicica, the host of the event. We also congratulate Asst. Prof. Dr. İbrahim Rasin DÜZCEER for his valuable participation in this significant international gathering.
