Philippine Society for Soil Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering-PSSMGE

24/02/2026

🎉 AGSSEA Leadership Announcement (2026–2029) 🎉

Following the 13th AGSSEA Council Meeting held on 28 January 2026 in Manila,
Prof. Mark Albert H. Zarco was elected as Chairman of AGSSEA, and
Prof. Louis Ge was elected as Vice Chairman of AGSSEA.

We also extend our sincere appreciation to Prof. Suttisak Soralump for his dedicated service and leadership as Chairman.

Dr. Geoff Chao will continue to serve as Honorary Secretary-General and Honorary Treasurer.

Please join us in congratulating the new AGSSEA leadership team as they work to strengthen geotechnical collaboration across Southeast Asia.

👏 Congratulations!

23/02/2026

23/02/2026

19/02/2026

Held on the second day, the Conference Dinner brought everyone together for an evening of fellowship, culture, and celebration.

Guests enjoyed a colorful and engaging performance by Folklorico, showcasing a variety of traditional Philippine dances. The evening grew even more lively as participants were invited to join the tinikling, creating shared moments of fun and cultural appreciation.

The night was serenaded by Project M, whose music set the tone throughout dinner and into the close of the evening.

With good food, great company, and refreshing drinks, it was a memorable night shared by all.

19/02/2026

We give our heartfelt thanks to all our presenters in the parallel sessions at the SEAGC-AGSSEA Conference 2026. Thank you for bringing your expertise and insights to the community!

With the overarching theme “Advancing Geotechnics for a Resilient and Sustainable Future: Mitigating Multi-hazards amidst a Changing Climate,” seventy-four (74) research presentations were successfully delivered across four subthemes:
1. Underground Structures and Ground Improvement
2. Geotechnical Investigation and Slope Stabilization
3. Geo-Environmental Engineering and Disaster Mitigation
4. Digital Technologies and Numerical Modelling

We acknowledge the sweat, grit, and hard work behind each presentation, and we once again sincerely thank you for sharing your expertise. Together, we continue advancing geotechnics to meet the challenges of a changing climate.

19/02/2026

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09/02/2026

🎉 The ISSMGE Panel Discussion was a highlight event at the SEAGC-AGSSEA Conference 2026!

Moderated by Dr. Mark Albert Zarco, key figures of ISSMGE, namely Prof. Jong-Sub Lee, Prof. Ikuo Towhata, Prof. Askar Zhussupbekov, Dr. Anil Joseph, and Dr. Keh-Jian (Albert) Shou, shared their insights in the session “Foundations for the Future: Vision for ISSMGE.”
The discussion explored key questions shaping the organization’s path forward:
1. In your opinion, what is the most outstanding achievement of ISSMGE in the last 4 years?
2. Where would you like to see ISSMGE go over the next 4 years?
3. What opportunities and challenges do you anticipate ISSMGE will face in the next 4 years?
4. What action should the leadership take in the next 4 years to realize the desired vision for ISSMGE?

We thank these leaders for their dedication and contributions to the ISSMGE, and we look forward with optimism to the society’s continued growth and impact.

04/02/2026

✨ The SEAGC-AGSSEA Conference 2026 was a resounding success!

We extend our sincerest gratitude to our sponsors who not just made the conference possible, but also for bringing their expertise and passion to the booths. Thank you for fostering meaningful engagement with our attendees in a remarkable knowledge-driven exchange of pioneering technologies, services, and collaborative opportunities.

Our Platinum Sponsors:
• Geobrugg Philippines, Inc.
• Ground Specialists, Inc.
• Moh and Associates, Inc.

Our Gold Sponsors:
• AMH Philippines, Inc.
• Daisho Co., LTD
• Garware Technical Fibres Limited India
• Geoharbour Construction Philippines, Inc.
• Geoquest Philippines
• Geotechnics Philippines Inc.
• Midas IT Philippines Corp.
• Pile Dynamics, Inc.
• PGATECH Group of Companies

Our Silver Sponsors:
• Ace Instrument Co., LTD.
• Concrete Canvas, Ltd.
• Ductile Iron Piling System Philippines Corp.
• GDS Instruments Ltd.
• Infrasys, Inc.
• Maccaferri Philippines, Inc.
• Macro Industrial Packaging Products Corp.
• Philinstruments Corp.
• Philippine GeoAnalytics, Inc.
• Qualitest Solutions and Technologies, Inc.
• Techfab India Industries Ltd.
• Worldsensing
• Xstructures Engineering Consultants

Our Bronze Sponsors:
• Advanced Foundation Construction Systems Corporation
• Anta Construction Corporation

We are already looking forward to collaborating again!

03/02/2026

The E.M. Morales Memorial Lecture at the SEAGC–AGSSEA Conference 2026 honored Engr. Emilio Matias Morales, a highly respected figure in structural and geotechnical engineering whose lifelong dedication significantly advanced engineering practice in the Philippines.

Introduced by Dr. Jun Buensuceso, the lecture was delivered by Dr. Dennes Bergado, an Emeritus Professor of Civil and Infrastructure Engineering at the Asian Institute of Technology. He presented his topic titled “Vacuum-PVD Improvement: Case Studies of First & Second Soft Ground Improvement at the 3rd Runway of Suvamabhumi Airport as well as at Hino Test Track Project.”

03/02/2026

The Salvador F. Reyes Honor Lecture was a key highlight of the SEAGC–AGSSEA Conference 2026, recognizing the lasting impact of Dr. Salvador F. Reyes on geotechnical engineering education and practice in the Philippines.

Introduced by Prof. Mark Zarco, the lecture was delivered by Prof. Rolando Orense, who presented “Geotechnical Engineering in New Zealand’s Geologically Challenging Environment.” The talk explored how New Zealand’s geological setting along the Australian-Pacific plate boundary and how recent earthquakes, landslides, and storms have shaped geotechnical practice and driven innovation in hazard mitigation and engineering design.

03/02/2026

The SEAGC–AGSSEA Conference 2026 proudly featured the Za-Chieh Moh Memorial Lecture, honoring the legacy of Dr. Za-Chieh Moh, a pioneer of geotechnical engineering education and practice in Asia.

Delivered by Prof. Suttisak Soralump and introduced by Prof. Geoff Chao, the lecture titled “Risk and Uncertainty Analysis of Unusual Geotechnical and Structural Failures” highlighted proactive risk management through compelling case studies in Thailand, demonstrating how anticipating uncertainties can help prevent disasters beyond what traditional design codes allow.