The conference is organised jointly by the Turkish Society of Soil Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering and Near East University with the aim of bringing scientists, engineers, practitioners, and researchers together, to exchange knowledge and discuss the new developments in the field of soil mechanics and geotechnical engineering. The four previous conferences were participated by eminent ISSMGE members. The conference will be hosted by Near East University, will comprise sessions over a two-day period and include keynote lectures, oral presentations, discussions, and poster sessions. Sessions will be chaired by internationally recognised academics and scientists. The official language of the conference is English. On the third day the participants will have ample opportunity for technical excursions and visits to historical sites.