The British Tunnelling Society (BTS) has unveiled the finalists for the prestigious Harding Prize 2025, an award recognising outstanding contributions from young tunnelling engineers.
The final lecture event is set to take place on March 20, 2025, at the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), One Great George Street, Westminster, London. Two finalists have been selected to present their research papers:
Christopher Prince (Align JV) – Innovation sustainability – water treatment in tunnelling, based on lessons learned from recycling water during the construction of the Chiltern Tunnels.
Sidhant Kaul (HOCHTIEF-MURPHY Joint Venture – HMJV) – TBM transition through Kidbrooke Shaft, tackling engineering challenges in the London Power Tunnels Phase 2 Project.
The Harding Prize, named after Sir Harold Harding, the Society’s founding chairman, is a key highlight of the BTS calendar. Open to tunnelling engineers under 33, it celebrates original research and innovations that contribute to the tunnelling industry.
The event is open to all, offering attendees an opportunity to engage with cutting-edge tunnelling insights and support the finalists.
