November 10, 2026
David Bradley, Chair of the British Drilling Association (BDA), will take part in a panel discussion exploring collaboration, innovation and digital transformation at the Association of Geotechnical & Geoenvironmental Specialists (AGS) Annual Conference 2027.
Taking place on Thursday 22 April 2027 at The Institution of Civil Engineers, London, the conference will focus on the overarching theme of resilience, with sessions examining infrastructure, brownfield regeneration, digital transformation and waste challenges.
David will represent the BDA in a discussion provisionally titled ‘Building Resilience Through Collaboration and Innovation’. The session is expected to consider how industry, clients and regulators can work together to encourage innovation, accelerate digital transformation and develop the capabilities needed for a more resilient future.
The discussion provides an opportunity to highlight the role of drilling contractors within the wider geotechnical sector and the importance of collaboration in addressing shared challenges, from skills and competence to safety, sustainability and the evolving demands placed on ground investigation.
Through its work on industry standards, training, safety and sustainability, the BDA continues to support the development of professional drilling practices and greater engagement across the geotechnical supply chain.
The AGS Annual Conference is a major event in the geotechnical and geoenvironmental calendar, bringing together industry specialists and stakeholders to discuss key challenges and opportunities.
Further details of the panel and conference programme will be shared by the AGS as they are confirmed.
For more, including registration, visit: https://www.ags.org.uk/item/ags-annual-conference-2027/