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Join us in Krakow: The 3rd International Conference on Road Tunnel Operations and Safety is coming soon!

Published on 24 September 2026

The road tunnel community is heading to Krakow for PIARC’s 3rd International Conference on Road Tunnel Operations and Safety, a major event bringing together experts from around the world.

Join us in Krakow: The 3rd International Conference on Road Tunnel Operations and Safety is coming soon!

The countdown has begun! From 30 September to 2 October 2026, road tunnel professionals from around the world will gather in Krakow, Poland, for the 3rd PIARC International Conference on Road Tunnel Operations and Safety.

Following the success of the previous editions in Lyon (2018) and Granada (2022), this new gathering will provide an opportunity for experts, engineers, researchers and decision-makers to share knowledge, discuss the latest developments and exchange experiences on the future of tunnel safety and operations worldwide.

This is your chance to be part of the conversation: exchange experiences with peers from every corner of the globe, discover cutting-edge solutions, and take home practical insights you can apply to your own projects. Don't miss the opportunity to connect, learn and be inspired. This is an event you simply cannot afford to skip!

A special highlight: The launch of Tunnels Thematic Week

To mark this milestone event, PIARC is proud to launch its Tunnels Thematic Week, running alongside the conference. Throughout this dedicated week, the association will shine a spotlight on its work in the field of road tunnels, from our technical reports and online resources to our ongoing projects and expert committees, with dedicated promotion across PIARC's social media channels. It's the perfect opportunity to discover the full scope of PIARC's work on tunnel safety and operations, all in one place.

Bulletin 3 now available

Ahead of the conference, Bulletin 3 has just been released, packed with all the practical details you need to prepare for your trip to Krakow: programme highlights, logistics and more. Don't wait, take a look now and get ready for an unmissable event!

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