The International Society for Soil Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering (ISSMGE) is proud to announce the recipients of the 2026 International Lifetime Achievement Medal (ILAM): Professor Samuel Ejezie (Nigeria ) , Professor Hanz Brandl (Austria) and Professor Chun Fai Leung (Singapore).
The prestigious ILAM award recognizes individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the field of geotechnical engineering throughout their careers. This year's winners were selected by the ISSMGE Board in two stages following a rigorous review process conducted by the ISSMGE Awards Committee (AWAC). A total of 9 candidates from all ISSMGE regions were nominated and evaluated based on strict criteria reflecting excellence and global impact.
According to the rules, the medals will be delivered by the President or Vice-President of ISSMGE.
