Professor Arnold Dix is hailed as a hero around the world.
Professor Dix’s unwavering bravery, steady hand, and expertise in handling critical situations has catapulted him into the biggest feel-good story of 2023, the rescue of 41 miners in the Silkyara-Bardot Tunnel collapse in India.
Described as ‘the tunnel guy’ who does anything and everything that is complex with tunnels, Professor Dix was contacted by the Chief Engineer of India and the Secretary for the Prime Minister of India asking for his help.
His actions as the leader of the tunnel rescue team have not only made a significant impact on the lives of the survivors but have also instilled a sense of hope and gratitude within many communities.
Professor Dix’s story will inspire and enthral, showing that perseverance and determination will bring results.
He promised that 41 trapped men would be brought home alive, and he delivered!
Professor Dix is a Barrister and scientist (geologist) specialising in the underground.
He is an Underground Disaster investigator and an internationally recognized expert in fire and life safety and underground collapses.
Professor Dix is a member of the British Institute of Investigators.
He is active on all continents, a member of the specialist Underground Works Chambers, a member of the Victorian Bar and is a visiting Professor of Engineering (tunnels) at Tokyo City University – he is currently the President of the International Tunnelling and Underground Space Association – the peak advisory body to the United Nations on all matters underground.
Arnold is convinced that the underground offers a range of adaptive and resilient solutions to most of the perils facing humanity today.
Combining his formal qualifications, he advocates for all things underground—with a smile on his face and an ethical eye on all matters.
His mantra - ‘It’s time the good people of the world claim the future for all peoples and our planet. The Silkyara rescue demonstrates that almost anything is possible when we unite and be nice.’
Talking Points
The Incredible Rescue
This is a highly charged emotional rollercoaster of a story as the lives of 41 men hung in the balance, all hinging on the promise by an Australian Engineer that 41 men will be brought home safely.
The Incredible Rescue
Leadership in Times of Crisis
How bringing people together can make the impossible possible. When working as a team is crucial to a positive outcome, what does it take to manage the emotions, fears, impulses and decisions of team members.
Leadership in Times of Crisis
Teamwork
The crucial element for success.Teamwork
But how do you combine Communication, Problem solving, Risk assessment and Decisive Action into a winning formula.
Mindset, Inspiration, Compassion
It’s time the good people of the world claim the future for all peoples and our planet. The Silkyara rescue demonstrates that almost anything is possible when we unite and be nice.’
Mindset, Inspiration, Compassion
Video
Professor Arnold Dix | Saxton Speakers
Meet the 'nerdy' Aussie farmer behind the Indian tunnel rescue that saved 41 people | 7.30
Late last month a nation of a billion people held its breath as rescue workers attempted the seemingly impossible, rescuing 41 men trapped in a collapsed underground tunnel. The mission was led by an unlikely hero, who spends most of his time on a farm on the outskirts of Melbourne. Elias Clure caught up with him.Uttarkashi Tunnel Hero Arnold Dix Earns Appreciation From Australian Prime Minister In Parliament
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese commends Arnold Dix, the rescuer in the Uttarkashi tunnel incident, during a session in the Australian Parliament, hailing it as an extraordinary story. In response, Arnold Dix shares the video and expresses gratitude to PM Albanese on his social media platforms.
