Structural Design Institute

DESIGN TO SURVIVE: Is Our Critical Infrastructure Truly Secure?

From devastating blast threats to modern hazards, protecting critical infrastructure is a major engineering challenge. Conventional design is no longer sufficient; today's protective structures must adapt to survive an unpredictable world.
The CVU Colombo Forum 2026 proudly presents a distinguished keynote session:
🎙️ "Composite steel-concrete composite structures for tall buildings: applications, behaviour, design and construction."
Featuring leading global authority: Scientia Professor Brian Uy

ABOUT THE KEYNOTE SPEAKER
🎓 Global Leader: 105th President of the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) and Scientia Professor of Structural Engineering at UNSW, Sydney, Australia.
🏆 Standards & Governance: Chair of the Australian/New Zealand Standards on Steel and Composite Structures, and Vice President of the International Association of Bridge and Structural Engineering (IABSE).
🏆 Decorated Pioneer: Named the Sir John Holland Civil Engineer of the Year and recipient of the John Connell Gold Medal from Engineers Australia.
🏆 Academic Eminence: Fellow of the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (ATSE); former Dean, Head of School, and Director.
🏆 Industry Legacy: Deep expertise in the design of major buildings and offshore structures with global giants Arup, Arcadis, and Worley.
💡 Join this exclusive session to explore advanced structural paradigms, behavior, and design methodologies for high-rise developments in an age of global instability.

📅 Event Details:
• Date: 24th July 2026 | Time: 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM
• Venue: Jasmine Hall, BMICH, Colombo
• Audience: Open to local and international professionals.
🎟️ Seats are strictly limited. Reserve your place today:
👉 https://ctbuh-colombo-forum-2026.vercel.app
📞 Inquiries & Delegations:
• Vishan: +94 71 209 3341
• Kushani: +94 71 073 2650

🔴🔴🔴🔴 STARTING DATE POSTPONED!!! 🔴🔴🔴🔴
New Starting Date: 06th June 2026
🌆👷🏽‍♂️🏗️ Construction of High Rise Buildings Course 🏗️👷🏻‍♀️🌆
Are you ready to take your construction expertise to the next level?
Join our comprehensive course on Construction of High-Rise Buildings, based on the latest "Construction Specifications for Tall Buildings in Sri Lanka." Learn everything from site preparation to steelwork, waterproofing, and façade finishing, all tailored to high-rise projects. Whether you're a student or a professional, this course equips you with the practical knowledge and skills to confidently handle complex high-rise construction challenges.
Don’t miss this opportunity to build your future, one floor at a time!
REGISTER NOW : https://forms.gle/G19UkYBdmmCDvp7M8
📅 - New Starting Date: 06th June 2026
⏳ - Duration: 10 consecutive Saturdays
🕠 - 9.00 am to 11.30 am (GMT+5:30)
👨‍🏫 - Available Physically and Online via Zoom
📍 Physical Session Location: No. 189/E, Madinnagoda, Rajagiriya, Sri Lanka (Civil & Structural Engineering Consultants Pvt Ltd - Head Office)
⭐ Conducted by: Prof. Priyan Mendis, Eng. Shiromal Fernando, and other leading industry experts
🏅 A Digital Certificate will be awarded upon successful completion of this CPD course.
📞 For more details, contact:
WhatsApp: +94 70 337 6250
Email: [email protected]
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