At IARCS, we believe that knowledge, collaboration, and innovation are the foundations of a resilient future. Our News section keeps you connected to the latest developments, research, and opportunities in resilience. From international conferences to pioneering projects, discover how IARCS and its members are driving progress toward safer, smarter, and more sustainable cities and structures.
February 2–3, 2026 – Porto, Portugal
ITU-hosted summit focusing on protecting and strengthening the resilience of submarine cable infrastructure through policy, regulation, and industry coordination.
March 23–25, 2026 – Delft, Netherlands
Hosted by the 4TU Centre for Resilience Engineering, with a focus on resilient systems across infrastructure, organizations, and socio-technical domains.
April 12–14, 2026 – Nashville, Tennessee, USA
International conference focused on strengths-based resilience research, prevention, and intervention across disciplines and community practice.
April 28–30, 2026 – Hosted by KTU (Lithuania)
Conference theme: “Societal Resilience in Times of Cascading Crises and Disasters,” bringing together disaster and emergency studies researchers and practitioners.
May 8, 2026 – Nashville, Tennessee, USA
A built-environment resilience summit aimed at real estate, planning, and public-sector stakeholders, focused on actionable resilience strategies.
May 17–22, 2026 – Baku, Azerbaijan
UN-Habitat’s flagship urbanization forum. WUF13’s theme emphasizes housing as a foundation for safe and resilient cities and communities.
May 14–15, 2026 – Palmetto, Florida, USA
Regional summit focused on resilience planning, climate adaptation, and sustainable growth, hosted by the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council.
September 27–29, 2025 – Nagoya, Japan
The International Conference on Innovative Structure and Resilient City (ISRC) explores the intersection of innovation, technology, and resilience in structural design and urban planning. The event fosters collaboration among engineers, urban designers, and policymakers to promote sustainable and disaster-resilient cities.
March 23–25, 2026 – Delft, Netherlands
Hosted by the 4TU Centre for Resilience Engineering, ICRS 2026 focuses on interdisciplinary approaches to resilience in infrastructure, supply chains, and digital-physical systems. The conference encourages innovative thinking to design systems that can adapt and recover from disruptions efficiently.
2025 (Dates TBD) – Washington, D.C., USA
Organized by the U.S. Chamber Foundation, this annual conference brings together government, business, and community leaders to explore best practices in disaster resilience, infrastructure investment, and sustainable urban planning under the theme “The Resilience Reset.”
June 3, 2025 – Geneva, Switzerland
Held alongside the UNDRR Global Platform, WRRC 2025 brings together global resilience practitioners, policymakers, and researchers to discuss post-disaster recovery frameworks and strategies to strengthen resilience across nations.
September 29–30, 2025 – London, United Kingdom
The Resilience Conference unites technology innovators, defence specialists, and policymakers to explore how digital transformation, AI, and security can shape a more resilient society. It serves as a bridge between research, technology, and governance.
September 17–18, 2025 – Orlando, Florida, USA
The Florida Resilience Conference brings together local and regional leaders to discuss coastal adaptation, urban planning, and infrastructure preparedness across the state. It highlights community engagement and local solutions for resilience.
2025 (Dates TBD) – Minneapolis, USA
This regional forum connects universities, public agencies, and community leaders to advance climate resilience and adaptation strategies across the U.S. Midwest, with sessions on equity, infrastructure, and climate data.
October 20–24, 2025 – Vienna, Austria
Organized by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), RNI 2025 focuses on strengthening the resilience and safety of nuclear facilities under external hazards, with discussions on design innovation, risk management, and sustainability.
April 22–23, 2027 – New York, USA
ICRSCI 2027 provides a multidisciplinary platform for engineers, researchers, and industry professionals to discuss new techniques, models, and tools for resilient and sustainable civil infrastructure worldwide.
Annual – London, United Kingdom
The Future Resilience Forum (FRF) is a cross-sector event bringing together global leaders in science, policy, and technology to discuss the future of resilience. It focuses on digital transformation, climate adaptation, and governance frameworks for the next generation of resilient systems.