Data integration and ground modelling for bridging geology, geophysics and geotechnics

Data integration and ground modelling for bridging geology, geophysics and geotechnics

Bringing together diverse datasets is central to building coherent, reliable subsurface ground models. Papers are invited that examines multidisciplinary approaches that bridge geology, geophysics and geotechnics, showcasing methods for data fusion, calibration and uncertainty quantification / reduction. Authors may highlight how integrated workflows lead to better‑informed designs, more efficient projects and clearer communication across all technical disciplines.

Modern subsurface characterisation increasingly depends on the ability to integrate diverse datasets into unified, interpretable ground models. As offshore projects grow in complexity, the need to bridge geological understanding with geophysical imaging and geotechnical measurement has never been more important. This theme explores the latest advances in multidisciplinary data integration, demonstrating how combined insights from multiple domains can produce more robust, defensible, and decision‑ready models of the subsurface.

We highlight emerging techniques in data fusion, cross‑disciplinary calibration, and the quantification and reduction of uncertainty. These approaches enable practitioners to reconcile datasets with different scales, resolutions, and physical properties — from seismic and geophysical surveys to borehole logs, laboratory testing, and geological conceptual models. By bringing these elements together, integrated ground models can better capture spatial variability, identify critical hazards, and support engineering decisions with greater confidence.

This theme also examines how collaborative workflows and shared modelling frameworks enhance communication across geology, geophysics, and geotechnics. As project teams become more diverse and geographically distributed, clear and consistent ground models play a vital role in aligning assumptions, reducing rework, and improving project efficiency. Contributions may demonstrate how integrated approaches lead to optimised designs, reduced risk, and more transparent decision‑making throughout the project lifecycle.

CALL FOR ABSTRACTS DEADLINE: 26 JUNE 2026

The conference organising committee invites authors to submit abstracts, of up to 250 words.

The conference proceedings will be produced with an ISBN number. All published papers will be Scopus indexed and have searchable DOI numbers.

Submission Timeline

• Friday 26 June 2026 – Deadline for completed abstracts
• Friday 17 July 2026 – All primary authors will have been notified of their abstract status and given technical paper instructions
• Friday 29 January 2027 – Submission of draft papers for review
• Friday 30 April 2027 – Submission of final papers for publication after addressing review comments.