9th International Conference on Physical Modelling in Geotechnics 2018
Welcome Message
The organising committee for Physical Modelling of the International Society for Soil Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering (ISSMGE TC104) would like to invite you to London for the 9th International Conference on Physical Modelling in Geotechnics (ICPMG 2018).
The main theme of this conference will be to communicate and disseminate recent developments in all aspects of geotechnical physical modelling hosted at City, University of London.
We will welcome researchers to the diverse and exciting City of London for a four day physical modelling extravaganza. Highlights will include:
- A banquet at Middle Temple Hall; an ancient Inn of Court
- A welcome reception at the historic Skinners’ Hall; home to one of the Great Twelve City of London livery companies.
Key Dates
Call for Abstracts: January 2017
Abstract submission closed!
Manuscript submission closing date: 1st September 2017
Registration opens: August 2017
Programme
The ICPMG2018 programme will be available February 2018.
Manuscript Submission
Manuscript submission will available from August 2017 through an online submission page. All authors of accepted abstracts should submit own papers (word and PDF format and not exceed 6 pages). Please refer to the authors' instructions and templates here.
General Information
Climate
London, UK, has an average temperature of 18°C in July. July is most likely to be the driest month of the year. For up-to-date weather information please check the Met Office.
Currency
The local currency is Pound Sterling, the UK/British Pound £ (GBP).
Tax
The current rate of Value Added Tax (purchase tax) in the United Kingdom is 20%. Prices always include VAT (where applicable) in the UK.
Credit Cards / ATMs / Cash Machines
All major credit cards are widely accepted, however, American Express (AMEX) is accepted less widely in the UK.
There are many ATMs in London and Sterling can be withdrawn from these machines by using a credit/debit card (please check if charges apply).
Electricity
Type G is mainly used in the UK. This type of plug is rated 13 amps and has three rectangular prongs that form a triangle.
Emergency Phone Numbers
Dial 999 for fire, police, ambulance or coastguard services - Emergency calls are free.
Language
English (British) is the national language.
Time
It will be British Summer Time (GMT + 1) during the conference.
Tipping
It is not common to pay gratuity in restaurants, hotels and taxis. However, 12.5% service charge is the normal rate to add to the bill.
Travel Insurance
Please make sure that you have valid travel insurance to cover your time in the UK.
The Organisers will not be held liable for illness, accidents or thefts suffered by participants or accompanying persons during the conference or their stay in the UK before or after the conference.
Visa
Should delegates need a letter of invitation to obtain an Entry Visa, these will be issued to delegates, upon request, following registration and payment of conference fee. The registration will open in August 2017.
Please note that we cannot enter into correspondence with the UK Authorities on your behalf and any invitation letter does not imply any financial liability on our part.
