You're invited to join us on October 16th from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM for a technical presentation on Interface Strength Testing for Soil-Structure Interaction, hosted at NGI Houston.

When offshore foundations or pipelines meet the seabed, the interaction at their contact surface, known as interface shear strength, plays a critical role in stability and long-term performance. For example, it governs the resistance of pile foundations along their shafts and controls how pipelines move or remain stable on the seabed. These interactions are especially important in soft clays and sands where many offshore structures are installed.

This session will explain what interface shear strength is, why it matters in offshore design, and how engineers measure it using specialized laboratory equipment. We will also touch on the practical challenges of testing, such as ensuring repeatable results and capturing complex offshore conditions, and discuss how complementary methods like model testing and field observations, along with future developments in digitalization and modeling, are helping bridge the gap between lab and field performance.

The presentation concludes with a guided tour of NGI’s advanced testing facilities, where participants will see the equipment in operation and gain a first-hand look at how interface shear strength is measured in practice.

The event will feature multiple expert speakers, and a light lunch and beverages will be provided.

This is a great opportunity to gain insights into cutting-edge geotechnical research and connect with fellow professionals.

Space is limited — don’t miss out!