9th Asia Conference on Earthquake Engineering

The 9th Asia Conference on Earthquake Engineering (9ACEE) took place from 4–6 May 2026 in Kathmandu, Nepal.

Previously hosted across Asia in cities such as Manila, Bangkok, Tokyo, Cebu, and Taipei, the conference brought its 2026 edition to Kathmandu, continuing its role as a key platform for regional collaboration in earthquake engineering.

This year’s theme, “Risk to Resilience: Linking Science to the People,” centered on a fundamental question: how does engineering translate into real-world impact in the face of seismic activity? The discussions focused on what ultimately gets designed, built, and relied upon when it matters most.

About the conference

9ACEE is a three-day technical conference featuring an opening ceremony, welcome addresses, keynote lectures, and parallel technical sessions led by distinguished speakers. A wide range of topics in earthquake engineering and resilience were explored, fostering knowledge exchange among engineers, researchers, and academics.

Beyond the technical program, the conference included networking events, banquets, and an optional field visit to Bhaktapur, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

View the full program and schedule on the 9ACEE website.

Event Details

Dates: 4 – 6 May 2026

Venue: The Soaltee Kathmandu, Autograph Collection

Theme: Risk to Resilience: Linking Science to the People

Keynote Speakers

Distinguished experts from Asia shared their expert insights and innovative perspectives on seismic engineering. The keynote speakers included:

• Aslam Perwaiz | Executive Director at the Asian Disaster Preparedness Center, Bangkok, Thailand
• Dr. Kimiro Meguro | Dean of Interfaculty Initiative in Information Studies, The University of Tokyo, Japan
• Engr. Ronaldo S. Ison | Principal Civil/Structural Engineer of R.S. ISON & Associates and former president of ASEP, Philippines
• Prof. Pennung Warnitchai | Chair of Structural Engineering Program, Department of Civil and Infrastructure Engineering, Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand
• Dr. Naveed Anwar | CEO of CSI Bangkok
• Dr. Susan Hough | Seismologist, Earthquake Program US-South Asia Coordinator, United States Geological Survey (USGS), Pasadena, CA, USA

Topics covered

• Engineering Seismology
• Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering
• Seismic Design, Evaluation & Retrofit
• Seismic Loss & Risk Assessment
• Monitoring & Early Warning
• Advanced Simulation Methods
• Photogrammetry & Visualization
• Post-Disaster Response & Recovery
• Heritage & Traditional Structures
• Social Vulnerability & Risks
• Risk Reduction Policies & Practices

Organizers

The conference is organized by the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA), Government of Nepal, in collaboration with the Nepal Academy of Science and Technology (NAST) and the Asia Conference on Earthquake Engineering (ACEE).

It is hosted by the National Society for Earthquake Technology Nepal (NSET), with support from academic institutions, professional bodies, and development partners.

CSI Bangkok at 9ACEE

CSI Bangkok, together with Computers & Structures, Inc. supported 9ACEE as a Title Sponsor, with contributions that included:

• Keynote talk on ‘Performance-Based Design in the Age of AI: From Research to Engineering Practice’ by Dr. Naveed Anwar
  • Dr. Naveed also participated in a panel discussion alongside industry experts. The topic of the panel was on ‘Frontline CSOs & Researchers: Stronger Together for Last-Mile Earthquake Resilience (ADRRN-ERM Hub)’.
• A dedicated exhibition booth showcasing CSI Bangkok products, projects, and other initiatives
• Direct engagement with participants on engineering tools, workflows, and solutions