Message from the Organising Committee
The Korean Group of IABSE is honored to host the IABSE Congress 2026 in Incheon, South Korea, from September 16 to 18, 2026. Under the theme ‘Structural Engineering Towards Evolution and Hyper-Expansion,’ the Congress will serve as a premier platform for exploring innovative advancements and addressing challenges that will shape the future of structural engineering. Today’s cities are rapidly evolving beyond their traditional role as industrial and commercial hubs. They must continuously adapt to new societal demands and integrate cutting-edge technologies to enhance infrastructure. In this transformation, structural engineering professionals play a key role in driving innovation in infrastructure systems and leading the development of a sustainable built environment. IABSE Congress Incheon 2026 will provide an opportunity to discuss how digital technologies and sustainable development can be integrated into the evolution and hyper-expansion of modern infrastructure systems. Incheon (Songdo) is a dynamic city with world-class infrastructure, including Incheon International Airport and Free Economic Zones, positioning it as a central hub of evolution and hyper-innovation. This makes it an ideal venue for hosting the IABSE Congress Incheon 2026, where forward-looking discussions on the future of structural engineering will take place. This Congress will bring together experts, researchers, and practitioners from around the world to share insights, present the latest advancements in urban infrastructure, and foster international collaboration. Through keynote lectures and technical sessions, we will collectively explore the future directions of structural engineering. The IABSE Congress Incheon 2026 Organizing Committee looks forward to welcoming you to Incheon and engaging in meaningful discussions together. |
Chair of Organising Committee Ho-Kyung Kim Vice Chair of Organising Committee Jung Sik Kong |
Advisory Chair: Sung-Pil Chang (Seoul National University) Advisory Members Changkun Park (KALIS) GeonHo Hong (Korea Concrete Institute) Hyun-Moo Koh (Seoul National University) Inyeol Paik (KIBSE) Kisoo Kim (POSCO Holdings) Kyung-Soo Jeon (Yooshin) Myung Sagong (Korea Railroad Research Institute) Sang Hyun Choi (Korean Society of Steel Construction) Seung-Heon Han (Korean Society of Civil Engineers) YoungSuk Park (Myongji University) | Members Chul-Hun Chung (KLDRA) Gook Joon Park (Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport) Heedong Goh (Seoul National University) Hwan-Gu Yu (Korea Express Corporation) Hyoung-Bo Sim (Incheon National University) Hyun Woo Lee (KPEA) Jeong Wahn Yoo (Dohwa Engineering) Kitae Park (KICT) Kyung-Sik Cho (DM Engineering) Minwoo Chang (Myongji University) Myung-Jae Lee (Yooshin) Nak-Ho Lim (Hyundai E&C) Namhee Kim Hong (KIBSE) Sung-Han Cho (GS E&C) Yeun Chul Park (Inha University) |
Contacts: | IABSE Secretariat Jungholzstrasse 28, 8050 Zurich Switzerland TEL | +41-43-433-97-65 E-MAIL | secretariat@iabse.org www.iabse.org | Congress Secretariat Dr. Yeun Chul Park Dr. Namhee-Kim Hong 22 Tehran-ro-7-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Rep. of Korea ST Center, 1-gwan, #514 TEL | +82-2-871-8395 E-MAIL | iabse2026@kibse.or.kr www.iabse.org/Incheon2026 |
Congress Venue
Songdo ConvensiA is located at the heart of Songdo International City, which is a key international conference hub, known for its modern facilities and strategic location. All necessary facilities for participants are located within walking distance, including seven 3 to 5-star hotels, premium outlets and tourist attractions.
Getting Here Songdo is conveniently accessible from Incheon International Airport(ICN) in about 20 minutes by airport limousine bus. In addition, major destinations in Seoul can be reached from Songdo within 60 to 90 minutes using public transportation.
Songdo ConvensiA, 123 Central Street, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon, 21998, Korea
TEL | +82-32-210-1114 FAX | +82-32-210-1007
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The Story behind our logo- Ieum
Structural engineers connect more than steel and concrete. We connect people. The logo of the IABSE Congress Incheon 2026 is inspired by the Korean word (ieum), meaning “connection” or “linking.” The word embodies what structural engineering ultimately seeks to achieve: bringing people, places, ideas, and generations together.
At first glance, the elements of the logo may appear to be simple geometric forms—circles, columns, beams, slabs, and walls. In fact, they originate from the two Hangul(the Korean alphabet) syllables. Through a process of geometric abstraction, rotation, and overlapping, these characters are transformed into a single integrated symbol. The resulting composition retains the visual essence of ieum while evoking the fundamental forms familiar to structural engineers.
For the IABSE Congress Incheon 2026, ieum represents more than the visual identity of the Congress. It reflects our view that structural engineering is fundamentally about connection: connecting structures with society, knowledge with practice, and engineers with one another across countries and generations.
We hope this logo serves as a simple reminder of who we are and what we do: we help people, and we connect people.
Gala Dinner at Gyeongwonjae The Gala Dinner will be held at Gyeongwonjae, a beautiful traditional Korean hanok venue located just a 10-minute walk from the Congress venue. Guests will be welcomed with a cocktail reception in the courtyard, where they can enjoy traditional Korean games and cultural performances in a unique and elegant setting. A wonderful dinner will follow, offering an opportunity to experience Korean culture and hospitality while enjoying a memorable evening with fellow Congress participants. |
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Getting HereSongdo is conveniently accessible from Incheon International Airport(ICN) in about 20 minutes by airport limousine bus. In addition, major destinations in Seoul can be reached from Songdo within 60 to 90 minutes using public transportation.
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