Delft University of Technology is delighted to invite you to the International Conference on Advances and Innovations in Soft Soil Engineering - SOFT SOILS 2026, which will take place from 24 to 26 August 2026 in the historic city of Delft, Netherlands.
This three-day conference brings together researchers, industry professionals and policymakers from around the world to explore the latest developments in soft soil engineering. We will discuss the most recent state-of-the-art developments in the field through keynote lectures, technical sessions and interactive discussions.
The conference will be hosted at the TU Delft Aula Conference Centre, a hub for engineering and innovation, just a 20-minute walk from the charming city centre of Delft. Known for its rich history, scenic canals and vibrant academic atmosphere, Delft provides the perfect setting for engaging discussions, knowledge exchange and networking.
Whether you are a researcher, practitioner or policymaker, SOFT SOILS 2026 offers a unique opportunity to connect with experts, present your research and experience, and gain insights into the key advancements in the field.
We look forward to welcoming you to Delft in 2026!
Themes of Interest:
We invite high-quality submissions that explore recent research, experimental developments, innovative applications, and case studies related to soft soils.
Themes include, but are not limited to:
- Design, construction, performance, and monitoring on soft soils
- Developments in laboratory and in situ testing
- Behaviour of soft soils including Bio-Chemo-Thermo-Hydro-Mechanical coupling
- Constitutive and numerical modelling of soft soils
- On-shore, near-shore, and off-shore soft soils engineering
- Climate impact and resilience, including vegetation
- Machine learning and data analysis
- Soft soils in Geo-engineering education
- Others
Abstract Submission
We invite researchers, professionals, and academics to submit contributions to the conference. Abstracts should clearly summarise the motivations, aim & objectives, methodology, and key results of the work, and emphasise its broader significance and impact.
The submission process will be completed in two stages, and all through the ISSMGE Conference Review Platform. First, abstracts will be submitted and reviewed by the scientific committee. Upon acceptance, authors will be invited to submit an extended abstract for inclusion in the conference proceedings published online in the ISSMGE portal.
Formatting guidelines:
- Language: English
- Length: Maximum of 250 words or 2,500 characters
We look forward to your contributions!
Important Dates
- Abstract Submission Deadline: 30 September 2025
- Notification of Acceptance: 15 October 2025
- Extended Abstract Deadline: 15 January 2026
- Early Bird Registration Deadline: 15 April 2026
- Conference Dates: 2426 August 2026
Who Should Attend?
Soft Soils 2026 is designed for a wide audience, including:
- Researchers and academic staff in geotechnical and civil engineering
- Industry professionals in infrastructure, consultancy, and construction
- Governmental and non-governmental stakeholders
- Environmental scientists and urban planners
- PhD students and early-career researchers
Why Join Us in Delft?
- Present your research to a global audience
- Network with experts in soft soil engineering
- Participate in technical sessions, workshops, and keynote lectures
- Experience the vibrant and historic city of Delft, hub of engineering innovation
- Explore cutting-edge tools, techniques, and real-world applications
