Vancouver hosted more than 800 delegates from around the world for the 39th IABSE (International Association of Bridge and Structural Engineering) Symposium in September 2017. Delegates enjoyed a high-quality scientific program, including four pre-conference workshops (seismic, timber, forensics and Young Engineers).

Associated Engineering staff played a major part in organizing the symposium. Senior Bridge Engineer, Katrin Habel was conference Co-chair. Other key contributors included David Harvey (liaison for SEABC and the supporting organisations), Raya Smertina (communications), Michael Tolboom (graphic design), and Tijana Vulic (general assistance). Associated Engineering staff also presented a number of papers at the Symposium,.

Congratulations, Katrin, the organizing team, moderators, and presenters on a very successful symposium.