2026 DFI-PFSF Piling & Ground Improvement Conference

May 18-20, 2026 | Sydney, Australia

This joint conference between Deep Foundations Institute (DFI) and the Piling and Foundation Specialists Federation (PFSF) will highlight various aspects of deep foundations, retention systems, and ground improvement techniques. Taking place at the iconic International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC), the event will cover a wide range of topics related to deep foundations, including:

  • Structural and geotechnical design and construction solutions to foundation problems
  • Designing and constructing safely and effectively in urban environments, including working platforms
  • Case Studies of successes or failures with lessons learned
  • Ground improvement solutions for structural support and retention works
  • Managing risk in the industry
  • Seismic design considerations
  • Developments, innovations and trends in: research; construction equipment, methods and materials
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Schedule Overview

Monday, 18 May

Conference Day 1: Exhibitor Move-In, Conference Registration and Welcome Reception

Tuesday, 19 May

Conference Day 2 (Full Day): Exhibits, Opening Plenary and Technical Sessions and Ticketed Dinner & Entertainment

Wednesday, 20 May

Conference Day 1: Technical Presentations, Exhibit Break-Down and Conference Closing

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