Program
Distinguished keynote speakers, engaging panel discussions, theme sessions and a digital exhibition, in a 3-day event that aims to facilitate stakeholders communication and highlight scientific & technical innovations targeted at extreme natural events.CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
18 N. Nikodimou 10557 ATHENS
Registrations & ‘Meet & Greet’
Opening Ceremony
I. Anastasopoulos, ETH Zurich
Governor P. Chatzipanos, ASCE
E. Sapountzakis, NTUA
BREAK
PANEL DISCUSSION – Structuring and Financing Climate Resilient Infrastructure: the global perspective
Lunch Break
Keynote Lecture – National Geographic: “Has science solved one of history’s greatest adventure mysteries?”
Theme Lecture – Tools for Quantifying Uncertainties Associated with Non-Invasive Subsurface Site Characterization Methods used for Seismic Ground Response Analyses
Special Session – Climate Toolkits for Infrastructure PPPs
Gisele Saralegui, IFC
Philippe Neves, World Bank
Dr. Khafi Weekes, World Bank
Guillermo Eduardo Diaz Fanas, World Bank
Keynote Lecture – Multimodal transportation systems protection against sea level rise
Coffee Break
Keynote Lecture – Wildfire risks and management
Panel Discussion – Climate Mitigation and Adaptation in Road Concessions: Key Considerations
Theme Lecture – System-wide seismic risk assessment of port facilities
Keynote Lecture – Functional recovery of transportation systems: Resilience investments optimization tool
Coffee Break
PLENARY LECTURE – Breaking the disaster cycle: a multi-dimensional, multi-stakeholder view of risk and resilience
next to the conference venue
WELCOME RECEPTION
Theme Lecture – Recommendations for determining Winkler spring parameters for pipe stress analysis applications
Special Session – STRUCTURAL DESIGN FOR EXTRA-TERRESTRIAL NATURAL HAZARDS
Dr. G. Kampas, University of Greenwich, UK
Dr. C. Malaga-Chuquitaype, Imperial College London, UK
Dr. O.-J. Ktenidou, National Observatory of Athens, Greece
Dr. M. Memarzadeh, NASA Ames Research Center, USA
Keynote Lecture– Engineering Design of Communities for Disaster Resilience
Keynote Lecture – Insurance, a pillar of resilience and sustainability
Coffee Break
Theme Lecture – Performance-based design of steel structures for enhanced lifecycle seismic performance
Special Session – Flood risk for bridges and transport networks: monitoring, modelling, and assessment
Dr. M. Loli, University of Surrey, UK
Dr. F. Schmidt, Université Gustave Eiffel, France
Dr. S. Ientile, Université Gustave Eiffel, France
Ass. Prof. S. A. Mitoulis, University of Surrey, UK
Asst. Prof. S. Argyroudis, Brunel University London, UK
Theme Lecture – Financing Sustainability and Facilitating the Net Zero Journey
Theme Lecture – Climate risks and opportunities: TCFD reporting recommendations
Round-table Discussion – Climate risks and opportunities: tools and resources to embed sustainability and resilience in projects
Lunch Break
Keynote Lecture – Risk-Based Optimum Life-Cycle Management of Civil Infrastructure under Climate Change Effects
Special Session – Insurance & engineering towards a more effective risk management
Dr. A. Mouyiannou, Swiss Re, Switzerland
Dr. M. Deyanova, Mott MacDonald, Bulgaria
Theme Lecture – Seismic downhole arrays as a validation tool for computational analysis
Special Session – Low cost seismic isolation for the developing world
Prof. M. Blondet, Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú, Peru
Ass. Prof. D. Konstantinidis, UC Berkeley, USA
Asst. Prof. M. Vassiliou, ETH Zurich, Switzerland
Keynote Lecture – Incorporating climate change risks in project financing
Coffee Break
Special Session – Improving Resilience of Critical Energy Infrastructures
Dr. C. Fuggini, RINA S.p.A, Italy
Dr. G. Giunta, Eni S.p.A, Italy
Prof. S. Karamanos, University of Thessaly, Greece
Special Session – Low cost seismic isolation for the developing world
Prof. M. Blondet, Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú, Peru
Ass. Prof. D. Konstantinidis, UC Berkeley, USA
Asst. Prof. M. Vassiliou, ETH Zurich, Switzerland
Keynote Lecture – Equitable climate resilience – science and solutions for a warming world
Special Session – Forensics of liquefaction: Revisiting and learning from past events
Ass. Prof. O. Adamidis, University of Oxford, UK
Dr. E. Korre, ETH Zurich, Switzerland
Theme Lecture – Structural integrity of offshore pipelines
PANEL DISCUSSION – Structuring and Financing Climate Resilient Infrastructure: the global perspective
Keynote Lecture – Vibration Mitigation Performance of On- and Off-shore Wind Turbine Tower
Special Session – Driving Decisions with Data – Project Information Models during Risk Assessments, Construction and Long Term Monitoring
Dr. G. Hlepas, HQ US Army Corps of Engineers, USA
V. Bateman, HQ US Army Corps of Engineers, USA
Theme Lecture – Liquefaction of gravelly soils and the impact on critical infrastructure
Special Session – The role of information in infrastructure resilience: Methods and tools
Dr. N. Makhoul, Politecnico di Milano, Italy
Asst. Prof. S. Argyroudis, Brunel University London, UK
Prof. J. van de Lindt, Colorado State University, USA
Keynote Lecture – Rocking Isolation: An effective strategy for limiting forces, permanent displacements, damage and cost
Coffee Break
Special Session – Multi-hazard risk & resilience assessment: Novel applications to networks and systems of assets
Ass. Prof. D. Vamvatsikos, NTUA, Greece
Dr. A. Kazantzi, Resilience Guard GmbH, Switzerland
Dr. K. Bakalis, EPFL, Switzerland
Dr. V. Melissianos, NTUA, Greece
Special Session – Innovative Ground Interventions & Metamaterial Concepts for Structure Protection
Prof. I. Antoniadis, National Technical University of Athens, Greece
Prof. E. Chatzi, ETH Zürich, Switzerland
Prof. A. Marzani, University of Bologna, Italy
Keynote Lecture – Big Data Frameworks to Enhance Community Resilience against Landslides
Keynote Lecture – Lifecycle assessment of geotechnical infrastructure
Lunch Break
Special Session – Multi-hazard risk & resilience assessment: Novel applications to networks and systems of assets
Ass. Prof. D. Vamvatsikos, NTUA, Greece
Dr. A. Kazantzi, Resilience Guard GmbH, Switzerland
Dr. K. Bakalis, EPFL, Switzerland
Dr. V. Melissianos, NTUA, Greece
Keynote Lecture – Industrial Infrastructure Resilience in Coastal Multi-Hazard Settings
Theme Lecture – Seismic analysis of historic stone masonry structures – Presence and future opportunities
Keynote Lecture – Digital Twinning for the Built Environment
Coffee Break
Theme Lecture – Physical and Numerical Modelling of Landslide-Structure-Interaction
Special Session – Computer Vision & Cognitive Decision Making for Infrastructure Resilience
Special Session – Physical and Numerical Modelling of Landslide-Structure-Interaction
Prof. S. Cuomo, University of Salerno, Italy
Dr. M. Martinelli, Deltares, The Netherlands
Prof. V. Thakur, NTNU, Norway
Prof. C. Choi, UST Hong Kong, China
Closing Ceremony
Panelists:
L. A. Johnson, EERI
J. Padgett, Rice Univ.
G. Gazetas, NTUA
I. Anastasopoulos, ETH Zurich
Moderator:
K. Pitilakis, AUTH, Greece
SPECIAL SESSIONS & WORKSHOPS
Special Session: Climate Toolkits for Infrastructure PPPs – How to embed climate mitigation and adaptation within infrastructure PPP projects
Climate change is one of the gravest global concerns as it is increasingly challenging the ability of governments to mitigate climate impacts that are already impacting their populations. Learn more
Organizers
World Bank, IFC
Presenters
G. Saralegui, Global Climate Head for PPP Advisory, IFC
P. Neves, Senior Investment Specialist, World Bank
Dr. K. Weekes, Climate Infrastructure Consultant, World Bank
G. E. Diaz Fanas, Infrastructure Climate Consultant, World Bank
Special Session: Driving Decisions with Data – Project Information Models during Risk Assessments, Construction and Long Term Monitoring
Aging infrastructure, growing populations, and climate change has resulted in an increased risk associated with critical infrastructure. In order to assess the performance of this aging infrastructure over time, selection of appropriate project instrumentation, monitoring intervals and integrating these and other data can be critical. Learn more
Organizers
Dr. Georgette Hlepas, HQ US Army Corps of Engineers, USA
Vanessa Bateman, HQ US Army Corps of Engineers, USA
Special Session: Computer Vision and Cognitive Decision-Making for Infrastructure Resilience
The session aims to connect experts in engineering domains to those in Computer Vision and Machine Learning for a common goal: mitigation of the impact of extreme natural events (natural disasters, climate change) on infrastructure. Learn more
Organizers
Asst. Prof. Eva Agapaki
University of Florida, USA
Special Session: Forensics of liquefaction: Revisiting and learning from past events
In this session, iconic case histories from past liquefaction events will be revisited, in an effort to uncover the intricacies related to the phenomenon, while simultaneously putting the state-of-the-art in physical and numerical modelling to the test. Learn more
Organizers
Assoc. Prof. Orestis Adamidis
University of Oxford, UK
Dr. Eva Korre
ETH Zurich, Switzerland
Special Session: The role of information in infrastructure resilience: Methods and tools
The session focuses on the role of data and evidence obtained through emerging digital technologies in building resilience for critical infrastructure systems. Learn more
Organizers
Dr. Nisrine Makhoul, Politecnico di Milano, Italy
Dr. Sotiris Argyroudis, Brunel University, UK
Prof. John van de Lindt, Colorado State University, USA
Special Session: Low cost seismic isolation for the developing world
Seismic isolation is considered an expensive method and has been mainly applied in high-income countries. However, there have been numerous research attempts to drastically reduce its cost and make it affordable and widely applicable to low-income countries. Learn more
Organizers
Prof. M. Blondet, Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú, Peru
Ass. Prof. D. Konstantinidis, UC Berkeley, USA
Asst. Prof. M. Vassiliou, ETH Zurich, Switzerland
Special Session: Innovative Ground Interventions & Metamaterial Concepts for Structure Protection
Scientific and technological advances towards the implementation of metastructures for isolation against seismic, machinery and traffic induced ground borne vibrations and noise. Learn more
Organizers
Prof. Ioannis Antoniadis
National Technical University of Athens, Greece
Prof. Eleni Chatzi
ETH Zürich, Switzerland
Prof. Alessandro Marzani
University of Bologna, Italy
Special Session: Flood risk for bridges and transport networks: monitoring, modelling, and assessment
This session will present novel approaches in hazard mapping, monitoring, risk analysis, experimental modelling and numerical simulation, and assessment of cascading effects in view of network functionality, as well as societal and economic impacts. Learn more
Organizers
Dr. M. Loli, University of Surrey, UK
Dr. F. Schmidt, Université Gustave Eiffel, France
Dr. S. Ientile, Université Gustave Eiffel, France
Ass. Prof. S. A. Mitoulis, University of Surrey, UK
Dr. S. Argyroudis, Brunel University, UK
Special Session: Restoration of transport infrastructure after natural hazards
This special session aims at providing a platform for discussion and springboarding the development of practical, efficient and sufficient restoration models, in an effort to build resilience into our critical infrastructure. Learn more
Organizers
Ass. Prof. S. A. Mitoulis, University of Surrey, UK
Dr. S. Argyroudis, Brunel University, UK
Dr. M. Pregnolato, University of Bristol, UK
O. Keou, The World Bank, USA
Special Session: Insurance & engineering towards a more effective risk management
Risk assessment and development of risk management strategy are core tasks in the (re)insurance world and at the same time a well-developed field in engineering. We strongly believe that the successful collaboration of both worlds can be beneficial for all stake-holders involved in disaster risk management. Learn more
Organizers
Dr. Amaryllis Mouyiannou, Swiss Re, Switzerland
Dr. Manya Deyanova, Mott MacDonald, Bulgaria
Special Session: Improving Resilience of Critical Energy Infrastructures
To prepare modern societies for major breakdowns of Critical Energy Infrastructures in Europe, resilience concepts need to be developed, tested and validated to make sure proper planning, preparation, response and recovery is made and achieved in the event critical situations occur. Learn more
Organizers
Dr. Clemente Fuggini, RINA S.p.A, Italy
Dr. Giuseppe Giunta, Eni S.p.A, Italy
Prof. Spyros Karamanos, University of Thessaly, Greece
Special Session: Physical and Numerical Modelling of Landslide-Structure-Interaction (LSI)
Many geo-disasters in the world are related to landslides. They endanger the resident populations, and cause severe economic and functional losses, especially in urbanized areas, due to direct damage to the existing structures and indirect costs related to the disruption of strategic corridors. Learn more
Organizers
Prof. S. Cuomo, University of Salerno, Italy
Dr. M. Martinelli, Deltares, Netherlands
Prof. V. Thakur, NTNU, Norway
Prof. C. Choi, UST Hong Kong, China
Special Session: Structural Design for Extra-Terrestrial Natural Hazards
Over recent decades, there has been significant investment -in the order of USD billions- by both governmental and private agencies, for pursuing space exploration and developing the first space hubs and habitats in extra-terrestrial environments. Learn more
Organizers
Dr. Georgios Kampas, University of Greenwich, UK
Dr. Christian Malaga-Chuquitaype, Imperial College London, UK
Dr. Olga-Joan Ktenidou, National Observatory of Athens, Greece
Dr. Milad Memarzadeh, NASA Ames Research Center, USA
Special Session: Multi-hazard risk & resilience assessment: Novel applications to networks and systems of assets
Natural disasters are major events triggered by natural processes of the earth that may cause major loss of life as well as significant direct or indirect socioeconomic consequences to cultural heritage, buildings, or infrastructure assets and networks (transportation, power, sewage, telecommunication etc.). Learn more
Organizers
Ass. Prof. D. Vamvatsikos, National Technical University of Athens, Greece
Dr. A. Kazantzi, Resilience Guard GmbH, Switzerland
Dr. K. Bakalis, École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, Switzerland
Dr. V. Melissianos, National Technical University of Athens, Greece
Accompanying Persons & Post-Conference Program
Acropolis, Acropolis Museum & Athens City tour
For first-time comers to Athens, this is a tour that cannot be missed. Visitors will have the chance to travel in history, admire the ancient greek civilization and appreciate the recent greek heritage and culture. Enjoy a half-day visit to the Architectural Masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: The Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and finally “the harmony between material and spirit”, the monument that “puts order in the mind”, the Parthenon.
On your way to Acropolis hill you will also visit some of the most emblematic city attractions (the Panathenaic Stadium, the Hadrian’s Arch, the Prime Minister’s residence guarded by the Euzones, etc.). Finish your tour at the new Acropolis Museum – a stunning modern piece of architecture that harmonically blends with the remains of the Ancient city.
Price: 65 € pp*
Dates: 05, 06, 07 July 2022
Duration: 5h (08:30 – 13:30)* Rate includes: City tour by coach and English speaking professional guide, pick up and drop off at your hotel, entrance fee to Acropolis and Acropolis Museum
Full Day Visit to Mycenae, Nafplio & Epidaurus
Follow the footsteps of the ancient Greeks on a fascinating full-day trip to Mycenae and Epidaurus. Explore the remains of the city “rich in gold” of the ancient poets and admire the famous Lion’s Gate, the Cyclopean Walls, and the Royal Tombs. Following a quick stop at the picturesque town of Nafplion, nestling at the foot of a cliff crowned by the mighty ramparts of the Palamidi Fortress, continue your way to the striking theatre of Epidaurus, renowned for its perfect architectural proportions and exemplary acoustics.
Price: 84 € pp*
Date: Tuesday, 05 July 2022
Distance: 2 hour driving
Duration: 10h15m (08:45 – 19:00)* Rate includes: Excursion by coach and English speaking professional guide, pick up and drop off at your hotel, entrance fee to Mycenae and Epidaurus, Lunch at restaurant during the tour.
The Archeological site of Mycenae
The view at the Argolic gulf from the Palamidi fortress at Nafplion
Epidaurus Stadium
The picturesque alleys of Plaka
The Evzones Guards outside the Greek Parliament
The Odeon of Herodes Atticus
Athens old town tour: Syntagma, Ancient Agora, Plaka, Pnyx
The tour begins in front of the Parliament in Syntagma Square where you will see the Monument of the Unknown Soldier and the change of the famous Guards. A pleasant walk will follow through the National Garden to the Zappeion Hall, the Temple of Olympian Zeus and the Hadrian’s Arch. From here you will enter the Plaka neighborhood with its mesmerizing streets and the traditional shops. The tour continues to the Athenian Agora, the Observatory, the Hill of Democracy (Pnyx), the Mars and Philoppapos Hill, the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, and the Theater of Dionysus.
Price: 30 € pp*
Date & Time: 06 July 2022
Duration: 4h (09:00 – 13:00)* Rate includes English speaking professional guide.
View of the archeological site of Delphi
The Delphi stadium at the foot of Mount Parnassos
A day tour to Delphi, the ancient center of the world
Located on the slopes of Mount Parnassus the sanctuary of Delphi was the center of the Ancient World – the “Omphalos” (Navel of Earth) – whose prestige extended far beyond the boundaries of the Hellenic World. Blending harmoniously with a landscape of unparalleled beauty and majesty and charged with sacred meaning, Delphi was a famous religious center and a symbol of unity in the 6th century B.C. The visitors of the archeological site and the Delphi museum will have the chance to admire various ancient masterpieces (such as the bronze Charioteer and the famous athlete Aghias), the Treasury of the Athenians, the Temple of Apollo and many other highlights of great architectural and historical significance in a stunning natural environment.
Price: 78 € pp
Date: 07 July 2022, Full Day
Distance: A 2.5-hour escape from Athens
Duration: 10h (08:30 – 18:30)
Post-conference Cruise to the Saronic Gulf: Hydra, Poros, Aegina
The day after the conference, enjoy a carefree cruise from Athens to three nearby picturesque islands of the Saronic Gulf. The first stop is the island of Hydra, the haven of the artistic world and favorite jet set destination. Next stop is the Poros island with its scenic port and final stop the historic island of Aegina, where you will have time either to visit the Athena Afea Temple or swim to the nearest beaches of the island. Lunch is served on board during the voyage.
Price: 95 € pp*
Date & Time: 08 July 2022
Duration: 12h45m (07:15 – 20:00)* Rate includes lunch on board in buffet style, live music and folkloric show for entertainment and port taxes.
The enchanting Hydra island
The graphic port of Poros Island
The Athena Afea Temple at Aegina island
Horse carriages in Aegina island
SOCIAL FUNCTIONS
“WELCOME TO ATHENS” MEET AND GREET
The ICONHIC2022 experience commences before the main event starts in a very Athenian way. On July 4th, all registered delegates are invited to pickup their registration material while enjoying the Athenian sunset accompanied by a complimentary drink. Our staff will be waiting for you in the Electra Palace garden, just footsteps away from the Parthenon for a meet and greet conference welcome where you may take advantage of pre-conference warm-up discussions in a relaxed environment. As the sun sets, we recommend strolling along the flea market in Plaka, the “neighborhood of gods” before dining under the Acropolis.
Complimentary for all Conference Delegates and their companion.
Location: Electra Palace Athens
ICE-BREAKING RECEPTION
Immediately after the opening plenary lecture, the dialogue keeps unfolding during the ice-breaking reception. After a stimulating scene-setter on the first day of the conference, there will be a lot to discuss so let’s spend some more time together in the company of an aperitif or chilled refreshment before dinner. Join the ICONHIC2022 community in our ice-breaking reception to be held on site at the conference venue.
Complimentary for all Conference Delegates and their companion.
Location: Noah Athens garden (Next to the Venue)
CONFERENCE BEACH PARTY
An ICONHIC tradition, the conference dinner party this year is moving to the sandy beaches of the Athenian riviera. After two days full of numerous sessions and lively debates we do need a refreshing break before resuming for the 3rd conference day which is devoted to the discussion of technical solutions and synthesis.
Registration required: Book your ticket here
Price: 50€
Location: DOT Beach Vibes, Leof. Alkionidon 4, Voula 166 74
Transportation: Please fill out the form here if you wish to use our free bus service.