The Association of Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Specialists is delighted to announce that its flagship Annual Conference will return to the prestigious One Great George Street in Westminster, London, on Thursday 22 April 2027.

Centred around the theme of resilience, the event will bring together industry leaders, technical specialists and emerging professionals to explore how the geotechnical and geoenvironmental sector can respond to an evolving range of environmental, technical and societal challenges.

The Annual Conference will welcome 240 professionals from across the industry for a day of technical insight, discussion, collaboration and networking. Chaired by AGS Chair, Alex Lee (Partner at HKA), the programme will showcase the latest industry developments, research and best practice, while providing valuable opportunities to connect with colleagues, clients and sector leaders. The day will conclude with an extended drinks reception in the Great Hall, offering further opportunities to continue conversations and strengthen professional connections.

The AGS is also pleased to announce the return of its popular Early Careers Poster Competition. This year, early career professionals are invited to share their ideas on how the industry can inspire more people to pursue a career in geoscience, helping to encourage and support the next generation of talent.

Further details on the programme, speakers, registration and poster competition will be announced in the coming months.

REGISTRATION

AGS Member companies and Affiliate Members are entitled to a limited number of complimentary tickets, as part of their membership subscription. To register for your free place and for full information, download the registration form and return it completed to  ags@ags.org.uk before 10am on Tuesday 13th April.

Honorary Members of the AGS may attend the event free of charge on receipt of a completed registration form.

A limited number of student places are available at the reduced rate of £10 per ticket. To book a student place, please email ags@ags.org.uk. Payment is required within 14 days of the invoice date.

Additional tickets are priced at £140 for AGS Members, and £215 for Non-Members. In order to obtain the AGS Member rate, please add the delegate place to your basket, select ‘proceed to checkout’, enter delegate details and under ‘billing details’, select your company from the AGS member company dropdown list. The rate at the end of the checkout page will then update to the AGS member rate.

Registration strictly closes at 10am on Tuesday 13th April. All tickets are offered on a first come, first served basis. All rates exclude VAT. Refunds cannot be given after the registration deadline has passed.

SPONSORSHIP

Sponsoring the AGS Annual Conference offers a valuable opportunity to raise your profile within the UK’s geotechnical and geoenvironmental community, connecting your organisation with industry leaders, technical specialists and key decision-makers. Sponsorship packages are expected to sell out well in advance of the event, so early booking is strongly recommended. For full package benefits please click HERE.

Speakers

Dr Alex Lee
AGS Chair and Partner at HKA

Dr Alexander Lee has over 25 years of experience in ground risk and remediation and specialises as an expert witness. He is a Chartered Geologist and Scientist, a regular chair and presenter at both domestic and international conferences and is the outgoing chair of the National Brownfield Forum. He sits on the NQMS Steering Group, was a former Chair of the Society of Brownfield Risk Assessors and is an Accredited Risk Assessor.