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Dubai to Host 2nd International Trenchless Exhibition & Conference MENA (ITEC MENA 2025)
Conrad Dubai, United Arab Emirates – The Middle East’s growing demand for sustainable and resilient infrastructure will take center stage this October as Dubai hosts the 2nd International Trenchless Exhibition & Conference MENA (ITEC MENA 2025) from 22–23 October 2025 at the Conrad Dubai.
Organized by GM Events, ITEC MENA 2025 will bring together over 250 senior stakeholders from across the region, including representatives from Dubai Municipality, the Ministry of Municipality in Qatar, the Ministry of Transport in Doha, the Ministry of Municipalities and Housing (MOMAH) in Saudi Arabia, and Kuwait Oil Company, alongside international consultants, contractors, and technology innovators. The event will explore how trenchless and no-dig solutions are reshaping the future of underground infrastructure in the Middle East and North Africa.
As cities across the region continue to modernize, trenchless construction methods are rapidly emerging as the preferred alternative to traditional excavation, offering minimal surface disruption, faster execution, and reduced environmental impact. The conference will feature a powerful lineup of experts, including Dr. Tamer Al Hafez, Tunnels Projects Construction Specialist at Dubai Municipality; Hossam Samir Ibrahim, Senior Urban and Regional Planning Advisor at Ministry of Municipality, Qatar; Hasan Sarwar, Project Manager at the Ministry of Transport, Qatar; and Mohamed Ghazy, Project Director of Storm Water Study and Design Projects at MOMAH, Saudi Arabia. They will be joined by Faisal Aljihayem, Senior Planning Engineer at Kuwait Oil Company, who will share perspectives on the role of trenchless technologies in advancing government-led infrastructure projects and sustainability objectives across the Gulf.
Through a series of keynote sessions, technical presentations, and expert panel discussions, ITEC MENA 2025 will address the latest trends in trenchless engineering, horizontal directional drilling (HDD), utility mapping, pipe rehabilitation, and digital asset management. Attendees will also gain insight into how artificial intelligence, geotechnical innovation, and smart surveying technologies are transforming the planning and delivery of underground utilities across urban environments.
The accompanying exhibition will feature 10+ leading international solution providers showcasing the newest trenchless machinery, rehabilitation equipment, and digital inspection systems. Confirmed partners and exhibitors include Rockpecker, TCC (Tamimi), Joseph Gallagher, Bekaert, Saertex Multicom, NRP International Contracting LLC, Apollo Techno International/Elgin, Star Drilling Fluids Trading LLC, CREG, and XCMG. These companies will present groundbreaking technologies designed to enhance efficiency, reduce surface disruption, and extend the lifespan of critical underground assets.
“ITEC MENA 2025 will be a key platform for regional authorities, municipalities, and industry leaders to collaborate and accelerate the adoption of trenchless solutions,” said the organizers. “By showcasing best practices and next- generation technologies, the event will help strengthen the region’s infrastructure resilience and sustainability efforts.”
With major investments flowing into water, wastewater, and utility networks across the GCC, trenchless solutions are becoming essential to achieving sustainable urban development goals. Studies show that no-dig methods can reduce surface disruption and project timelines by up to 40%, making them an increasingly attractive choice for modern infrastructure expansion.
Registration is open for ITEC MENA 2025.
For more information, visit www.trenchlessmena.com.
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