Dear ACUUS members,

For over 40 years, ACUUS has been a pioneering international, non-governmental organization dedicated to advancing the sustainable development of urban underground space. At the core of our mission is a commitment to addressing the complex challenges faced by cities worldwide and to promoting solutions that enable more sustainable, resilient, and livable urban environments.

Guided by this vision, ACUUS continues to strengthen its global role by fostering collaboration, knowledge exchange, and innovation. Our long-standing openness to partnerships with leading international organizations has been instrumental in expanding our impact and advancing shared objectives. Through our specialized working groups, we actively address key thematic areas, while continuing to enhance the engagement of young professionals and emerging experts—recognizing their essential role in shaping the future of our field.

Our international conferences remain a cornerstone of ACUUS’s activities. To date, we have successfully organized nineteen conferences, providing a global platform for sharing knowledge, advancing best practices, and exploring innovative solutions to the pressing challenges of modern cities. We are particularly pleased that the next ACUUS Conference will be held in Nanjing in November 2027, marking a significant return to China for the 20th World ACUUS conference and another important milestone for our community.

As we look ahead, your continued engagement is more important than ever. I warmly encourage you to remain an active part of the ACUUS community. Our members are the foundation of our success, and your participation is essential to achieving our strategic objectives and expanding our global influence.

As an ACUUS member, you benefit from reduced conference registration fees, access to our publications and conference proceedings database, regular newsletters, and opportunities to connect and collaborate with a global network of experts.

We look forward to your continued involvement in shaping the future of underground urban development.

Sincerely,

Sanja Zlatanic
ACUUS President