Construcciones Yamaro: Trenchless tech backed by water utilities at No-Dig 2025
Victoria’s leading water corporations are rallying behind No-Dig Down Under 2025, united by a commitment to sustainable infrastructure solutions.
| Date: 17-18 September 2025 Venue: Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre Registrations: Tickets to attend the exhibition are free. Conference tickets will be available for purchase in the coming months. For more information, visit nodigdownunder.com Enquiries: nodigdownunder@primecreative.com.au |
As urban populations rise and the demand for sustainable infrastructure intensifies, trenchless technology is becoming a game‑changer in the way water utilities manage resources and deliver essential services. Leading the charge are Yarra Valley Water, Barwon Water and Greater Western Water, all of which have come on board as industry partners for No-Dig Down Under 2025.
Their collective support of this pivotal event underscores the utilities’ commitment to reducing environmental impacts while advancing resilient infrastructure solutions.
With trenchless solutions at the forefront of their operations, these water corporations are embracing a future where innovation and sustainability go hand in hand. No-Dig Down Under offers the perfect platform for them to stay ahead of the curve – engaging with cutting-edge technologies, exchanging insights and exploring best practices in environmentally conscious construction methods.
As the southern hemisphere’s largest conference dedicated to trenchless technology – and the second largest globally – No-Dig Down Under is a must-attend event for professionals dedicated to revolutionising the infrastructure landscape.
Yarra Valley Water, a long-standing advocate for trenchless technology, is particularly excited about this opportunity. Ash Hamer, divisional manager of operations, emphasises the value of engaging with current trends and innovative practices that directly benefit customers.
“We have a long history with trenchless technology and are committed to being an active partner in the industry to ensure we’re fully engaged with current trends, new technology and best practices that enable us to provide value to our customers,” says Hamer.
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Yarra Valley Water’s service area, which spans diverse locations – from environmentally sensitive areas to densely populated urban spaces – requires a focused approach to trenchless construction. Hamer highlights the importance of collaboration to ensure the successful delivery of projects that meet both technical and environmental demands.
“To ensure success, Yarra Valley Water collaborates closely with our partners to utilise the appropriate equipment for the geotechnical profile,” says Hamer. “This collaboration includes targeted geotechnical baseline reports that provide a clear risk picture to all partners involved.”
He adds that Yarra Valley Water looks forward to the ongoing knowledge exchange that No‑Dig Down Under 2025 will foster, reinforcing the sector’s commitment to continuous improvement.
“The trenchless sector is always striving to learn and support each other to be better,” says Hamer. “This requires all partners in the supply chain to be actively involved to realise the full benefit of this technology.”
Equally enthusiastic about No-Dig Down Under 2025 is Barwon Water, a corporation known for its culture of innovation and commitment to sustainability. With an emphasis on creativity and continuous improvement, general manager of planning, delivery and environment Seamus Butcher says Barwon Water is excited to connect with like-minded professionals and learn from the diverse perspectives of industry leaders.
“We’re keen to engage with other water corporations to exchange insights and to learn more about the ‘no-dig’ industry,” he says.
Barwon Water is already implementing trenchless methods like sewer relining and horizontal directional drilling (HDD) in key projects, with an annual investment of $10 million to rehabilitate 25 kilometres of aging infrastructure.
Butcher points to projects such as the Colac pipeline, which incorporates HDD to protect local wildlife and waterways while minimising environmental disruption.
Other projects, such as the Colac to Birregurra pipeline, have also adopted trenchless methods. By harnessing these solutions, these projects are minimising the destruction of habitat and reducing carbon emissions, creating a healthier environment.
“Leveraging technology and data is helping to improve the performance of our assets and progress our longer-term aim of moving towards zero sewer spills. A collaborative approach is central to our success,” says Butcher.
“We encourage contractors to propose new ideas and innovative methods, fostering industry-leading improvements that enhance safety, quality and environmental stewardship and minimise customer impact.”
Greater Western Water (GWW) is also on board as a key partner for No-Dig Down Under 2025. Ian Burton, general manager of growth and infrastructure, notes that the event aligns with GWW’s dedication to sustainable, customer-centric construction solutions.
“Trenchless technologies provide an innovative way to install and repair our essential water and sewerage infrastructure without extensive surface excavation. The water industry faces shared challenges, and the conference will be a great opportunity to share key learnings and successes around water and sewerage infrastructure projects,” says Burton.
“GWW is committed to delivering safe, efficient and environmentally conscious solutions and we look forward to sharing our knowledge and also learning from others to better support our customers and broader community now and into the future.”
GWW has long relied on trenchless technology in its infrastructure projects, especially in environmentally sensitive locations. Burton highlights how using these methods has reduced noise, dust and traffic impacts, making them ideal for high‑density urban areas.
Recent projects, such as the Elizabeth Street Sewer upgrade and the Werribee Open Range Zoo Recycled Water Main, have benefitted from trenchless solutions that minimise disruption.
“We are focused on adopting innovative, less invasive construction methods and sharing knowledge across the water sector and with our construction partners through conferences and ongoing training and development of our people,” says Burton.
GWW’s ongoing commitment to technological advancements is key to its 2030 Strategy, which focuses on delivering long-term value for customers and supporting communities to thrive. Burton looks forward to learning from other leaders in the industry to help achieve these ambitious goals.
“Knowledge-sharing with our industry peers and partners can lead to more efficient, cost-effective solutions for future projects and directly benefit our customers and community. We also see this as a valuable opportunity to explore new potential partnerships and collaborations,” he says.
“Supporting our employees’ growth and development is a high priority and we see the workshops and training sessions on offer as a great opportunity for our people to refine their skills, learn about regulatory changes, and improve safety practices.”
As these water corporations come together to support No-Dig Down Under 2025, their shared commitment to sustainability and innovation is set to help shape the future of trenchless technology in Australia.
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