Renewed call out for members to join PIANC Working Group MarCom WG238
Guidelines for use of BIM (Building Information Modelling) in infrastructure for ports and waterways.
The Chair of MarCom has asked to send out a call for additional members for MarCom Working Group 238 – please see Terms of Reference here.
Objectives of WG238
Objectives
This Working Group will provide a guide for the whole marine community on BIM implementation for their projects, including how to use the methodology, benefits, specific elements, structures, software, etc., at the time that will cover the specification of guidelines that will ensure an homogenous data interchange.
A part of the objectives will be to give guidance on the property list that is required to define typical objects in marine infrastructure works, creating an object type library.
Scope
The scope of the group will focus on BIM implementation for infrastructure for ports and waterways, including if possible, a case study as example.
The WG shall consider, but not limited to, the topics listed below, specifically reviewed for marine projects:
- Glossary of BIM terminology
- BIM objectives and stages
- Benefits for clients and contractors
- Employer Information Requirements (by the client)
- BIM and construction contracts (e.g. build, D&B, DBFM, ECI, …)
- BIM applications
- Models structure
- GIS information
- Level of information needs: Level of geometry (LOG) and Level of Information
(LOI) - BIM elements classification
- Deliverables for each stage
- File management and collaborative environment
- Quality controls
- OTL (object type library), ILS (information delivery system), IFC (industry
foundation class)
It will be for the WG to decide the extent to which VDC (Virtual Design and
Construction) should be included in the WG report.
For more information please download the WG238 Terms of Reference
Interested in being part of this International Working Group?
If you would like to represent the Australian & New Zealand National Section of PIANC on this Working Group, please apply to the AU-NZ Board. Many of our members are currently active on a number of PIANC Working Groups and they produce significant outcomes that benefit maritime matters in our region. They also bring significant benefits to participants who get to meet, learn from and share with global experts.
Please advise if you qualify as a Young Professional (YP – 40 years or younger) as there are two positions available in each Working Group, one of which is for a YP.
How to Apply
Please forward your application before COB Friday 27 June 2025
Send your application to all below:
Greg Britton, (Technical Commission Lead AU-NZ) E: greg.britton@rhdhv.com,
Scott Keane (MarCom Commission Lead AU-NZ) E: scott.keane@stantec.com
Paul Weston, Executive Officer AU-NZ) E: Paul.weston@pianc.org.au
Process for Applications
Your application should include a detailed CV/Resume with a short covering letter outlining:
1. Your experience in the particular technical field; please refer to the Terms of Reference to ensure your abilities have relevance to this WG.
2. Why the WG is relevant for the Australian / NZ content and the direct benefits of participation;
3. A commitment that you will prepare (for distribution to all members) a short report providing an overview & outcomes of the WG etc;
4. Whether or not you are seeking to access Travel Assistance Policy (TAP )funding; and
5. Whether or not you qualify as a Young Professional.
Eligibility:
Please note that Working Group Members need to be Individual Members of PIANC, working for a Corporate Member or Platinum Partner, be an invited expert or a be a member of a Sister Organisation.
Process:
A Selection Committee will review all nominations received and make a final recommendation to the PIANC AU-NZ Chair.
Responsibilities:
Please be aware that membership of a Working Group requires your active participation. This includes attending typically four Working Group meetings per year – most held virtually but typically at least one in-person meeting once a year at an international location (generally Europe). You may apply to be a ‘Corresponding Member’ if you do not want to undertake the normal travel requirements of full membership. If you are expert in the field, however, and would like to influence the outcome of the Working Group we encourage you to participate as fully as you are able.
Costs:
All costs associated with membership must be borne by either yourself or your employer, however PIANC Australia & New Zealand has a Travel Assistance Policy to partially assist with travel & attendance at Working Group meetings, in order to promote Australian and New Zealand technical input into these important WG activities.
Under the PIANC AU-NZ Travel Assistance Policy (TAP), annual available funding per WG member is $3,000, subject to application and approval. TAP funds may be payable post travel upon the successful completion of a WG Summary Report and production of relevant travel receipts.