The 4th International Conference on Press-in Engineering (ICPE2027)
June-Early July 2027 (3-day) | The Netherlands
Welcome Message from Chair
Kenneth Gavin
Professor, Delft University of Technology
President, International Press-in Association (IPA)
Welcome to ICPE2027
The 4th International Conference on Press-in Engineering
On behalf of the International Press-in Association (IPA) and the Organizing Committee, I am honored to welcome you to the 4th ICPE (ICPE2027), the first International Conference on Press-in Engineering to be held in Europe. This event will be held in the Netherlands in June 2027, during IPA’s 20th anniversary year—a milestone that reflects two decades of progress and global collaboration in advancing press-in engineering.
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Message from Co-chairs
As Vice President of IPA, I am delighted to support ICPE2027 as Co-chair. This conference represents an exceptional opportunity for the international press-in engineering community to share knowledge, exchange ideas, and advance best practices in foundation engineering. ICPE has long exemplified collaboration, bringing together academia, industry, and government to address complex challenges in infrastructure. ICPE2027 will continue this tradition, fostering dialogue that combines technical innovation with ethical and sustainable practice. As Secretary General of ISSMGE I am committed to promote all opportunities that bring together the diverse expertise that are needed to solve geotechnical challenges worldwide; ICPE offers exceptional opportunities for lively discussion and exchange of ideas. I look forward to welcoming colleagues from around the world to what I am confident will be a stimulating and rewarding event.
Andrew McNamara
Senior Lecturer, City St George’s, University of London
Vice President, International Press-in Association (IPA)
Secretary General, International Society for Soil Mechanics
and Geotechnical Engineering (ISSMGE)
Mandy Korff
Associate Professor, Delft University of Technology
Strategic Advisor, Deltares
Board Member, Netherlands Academy of Engineering (NAE)
Hosting ICPE2027 in the Netherlands demonstrates our shared commitment to practical innovation and collaboration. With leading institutions such as TU Delft and Deltares, the Netherlands is at the forefront of water and infrastructure engineering. Press-in piling technology fits seamlessly with these strengths, offering sustainable solutions for projects that protect communities and cultural heritage. This conference will demonstrate how research and practice converge to deliver resilient infrastructure while fostering new partnerships across Europe and beyond. We look forward to welcoming you to the Netherlands for an event that combines technical excellence with real-world impact.