MALAYSIAN REGIONAL GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING CONFERENCES 2026
Resilient Ground, Sustainable Future
17-19 June 2026
Conference Background
The 1st Malaysian Regional Geotechnical Engineering Conference (MRGEC2026) was initiated under the strategic collaboration programme by JKR Malaysia, in partnership with JKR Sabah and JKR Sarawak, held on 11-14 Feb 2025, emphasising regional cooperation in knowledge and expertise sharing.
Theme Focus Area

Innovation in Geotechnics / Site Investigation

Slope Stability / Landslide

Foundation

Ground Improvement
MRGEC2026 OBJECTIVE
Jointly organized by JKR Malaysia, JKR Sabah, and JKR Sarawak, MRGEC 2026 aims to :
Facilitate Knowledge Exchange
Serve as a premier platform for sharing the latest advancements and technical expertise in geotechnical engineering.
Promote Best Practices
Champion innovative solutions and industry standards for site investigation, foundation design, and slope stability.
Strengthen Collaboration
Foster dynamic relationship within departments to solve Malaysia's unique geotechnical challenges.

Regional Collaboration
Jointly initiated by JKR Malaysia, JKR Sabah, and JKR Sarawak, the event is expected to host around 500 participants with 50 exhibition booths.

Knowledge
Exchange
Serves as a platform for knowledge sharing and professional networking among industry professionals and stakeholders.

Engineering Innovation
Highlights regional geotechnical challenges and innovative engineering solutions relevant to infrastructure development.

Sustainable
Capacity
Supports capacity building and promotes sustainable infrastructure development across the region.
Who Should attend
Engineer & Technical Professionals
Academicians & Researchers
Government & Regulatory Agencies
Industry Players & Solution Providers
CPD, CCD & HRDF Applied