Stadia and long span structures conference 2021

Author: Peter Chipchase, Hugh Pidduck, Mark Sheldon, Giancarlo Torpiano, Will Whitby

Date published

16 February 2022

Price
Free
The Institution of Structural Engineers The Institution of Structural Engineers
Back to Previous

Stadia and long span structures conference 2021

Tag
Author
Date published
Price
Author

Peter Chipchase, Hugh Pidduck, Mark Sheldon, Giancarlo Torpiano, Will Whitby

Date published

16 February 2022

Author

Peter Chipchase, Hugh Pidduck, Mark Sheldon, Giancarlo Torpiano, Will Whitby

Price

Free

Highlights from the 2021 online conference: innovations in long span design and construction and how these can be applied to projects of any scale.

Structural engineers are continually pushing boundaries to innovate long span structures. As roofs become lighter and spans become longer, engineers must further understand the dynamics involved to achieve the desired outcomes. Attendee experience is playing a crucial role in these advances, meaning engineers must design beyond the structure to ensure it is inclusive for all.

The three keynote presentations from the Stadia and long span structures conference 2021 are now available to view on-demand:

  • Innovations in long span structures - Mark Sheldon, Technical Director - Aurecon Australia
  • The engineer’s influence on long span structures - Hugh Pidduck, Associate Structural Engineer - Arup, Giancarlo Torpiano - Senior Structural Engineer - Arup & Will Whitby - Lead Structural Engineer - Arup
  • Designing for flexibility and multi-use / Lifespan extension of existing structures - Peter Chipchase, Director - WSP

Innovations in long span structures Mark Sheldon - Technical Director, Aurecon Australasia

The engineer's influence on long span structures Hugh Pidduck - Associate Structural Engineer, Arup, Giancarlo Torpiano - Senior Structural Engineer, Arup and Will Whitby - Lead Structural Engineer, Arup

Designing for flexibility and multi-use & Lifespan extension of existing structures Peter Chipchase – Director, WSP

Additional information

Format:
Video
Publisher:
IStructE

Related Resources & Events

Regional
A photograph of open umbrellas next to a red telephone box in London

Extreme weather - guided walk led by Lester Hillman

A guided walk of London's greatest ever downpour.

Date – 17 October 2026
Location – Golders Hill Park North End Way London NW3 7HE
Price – Free
Course
A construction site revealing a concrete structure and scaffolding against bright sun is shown.

Eurocode 2: design of concrete structures - November 2026

This course covers the design of common structural elements to Eurocode 2. Participants will be introduced to concrete material properties and learn about designing for durability and fire.

Date – 17 November 2026
Location – Online
Price – £315 - £465 + VAT
Course
A technical drawing with pencils and papers rolls on top.

Advanced conceptual design for design team leaders

Through a series of interactive sessions this course helps experienced practitioners take their conceptual design skills to the next level.

Date – 1 October 2026
Location – Online
Price – £565 - £835 + VAT