MinSouth (MinSouth)

The Institution of Civil Engineers; 1 Great George Street; Westminster (London)

The Woodsmith Project in North Yorkshire is a landmark Anglo American mining development featuring a 37-kilometre tunnel to transport Polyhalite from Whitby to Teesside via conveyor.

In 2023, the Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) set a world record with a 25.8-kilometre single drive; now surpassing 29 kilometres.

This presentation will provide an overview of the TBM cutterhead maintenance using timber heading techniques, showcasing STRABAG’s engineering innovations, ongoing progress on 1,600-metre shafts at the mine site and how challenges have been addressed since the 2021 BTS presentation.

It will also detail the innovative construction of two 380-metre shafts, through faulted geology and groundwater pressures, using the UK’s first blind boring method at Lockwood Beck and Lady Cross.

Note 1: This is an in-person lecture but will also be streamed live on Zoom.

Note 2: Tea & coffee will be served from 17:30 hrs onwards

Note 3: Post-lecture drinks and food will be served at the ICE bar.



To register to attend inperson or virtually, go to this email address: www.eventbrite.com/e/1224758689209?aff=oddtdtcreator

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