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SUMMARY:Future of Design - Cambridge 2026
DESCRIPTION:The IABSE British Group is delighted to welcome you to the Future of Design 2026\, a full-day conference for young engineers aimed at promoting the work of early careers designers and inspiring the future generation\, held on the 24th of March at the University of Cambridge. \nDetails of the event itinerary\, competitions and tickets will be made available in the coming weeks. \nEvent Page\nBuy Tickets\nSpeakers
URL:https://iabse.org.uk/event/future-of-design-cambridge-2026/
LOCATION:University of Cambridge\, Department of Engineering\, Trumpington Street\,\, Cambridge\, CB2 1PZ
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SUMMARY:Nethercot Webinar - Manor Lodge School
DESCRIPTION:Sarah Baigent\, Structural Engineer at Price & Myers and Nethercot Prize winner 2025 will give an IABSE webinar on her project Manor Lodge School. \nWhen: February  March 13\, 2026\, 1pm-2pm. (POSTPONED) Register (Free): Click Here \nManor Lodge School – Designing for Nature and Nuture \nManor Lodge combined technical precision with personal growth. The project reinforced that good design depends not only on detailed specification\, but also on collaboration and communication. Done properly\, this creates a structure that is both functional and inspiring. At the picturesque school\, the task was to replace a tired conservatory with a new\, extended space for learning\, play\, and connection with nature. The challenges included working in difficult ground conditions\, within an occupied school\, whilst still keeping sustainability at the forefront. This project highlighted the challenges of working with existing buildings (even with record drawings)\, the need for teamwork and creative problem solving\, and how every meeting can be improved with a bacon butty. \nRead the full paper here\, which won the Nethercot Prize in 2025.
URL:https://iabse.org.uk/event/nethercot-webinar-manor-lodge-school/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260209T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260209T210000
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SUMMARY:Journey to Success: London 2026
DESCRIPTION:“Journey to Success” is an event for early career engineers and designers where leading figures who have been in practice in the fields of buildings and transportation infrastructure discuss their own personal journeys. The event will discuss skills\, opportunities\, risks and difficulties.\n\nThe panel will be chaired by Cameron Archer-Jones (A-JC)\, and will consist of:\n\n 	Paul Monaghan (City of London)\n 	Jennifer Anna Pazdon (CastConnex)\n 	Jessica Sandberg (Atkins)\n\nThis free event is likely to be popular\, but the audience is strictly limited to 40. In the event of you being unable to attend\, please return your ticket so that it can be given to others on the waiting list.
URL:https://iabse.org.uk/event/journey-to-success-london-2026/
LOCATION:The Sekforde\, 34 Sekforde Street\, London\, EC1R 0HA
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251112T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251112T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T124909
CREATED:20250720T082617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T145727Z
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SUMMARY:Milne Medal Lecture 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Milne Medal is awarded to an individual engineer for excellence in structural design\, both in the overall concept and in the attention to detail in their work\, and is named in recognition of the late Bob Milne\, who served for many years as the Honorary Secretary of the IABSE British Group. This year\, we are delighted to award the Milne Medal to Peter Laidler of Structure Workshop. \nPeter will give his Milne Medal Lecture “Design is in the Making” on the 12th November 2025 at the IStructE\, Bastwick Street\, London. \n \nPeter Laidler \nPeter founded Structure Workshop in 2004 and since its inception the practice has become known for its creative\, low carbon approach to structural engineering. Whether a piece of furniture\, or a public building\, his work is driven by collaboration and curiosity\, viewing engineering not just as problem-solving but as a way to engage with broader cultural and architectural ideas. \nDesign is in the Making \nFor Peter\, design and making are inseparable. Drawing on projects where craft and material exploration have informed the process\, he will demonstrate how this approach leads to solutions that are both technically resolved and rich in character. \nMilne Medal Dinner \nThe lecture will be followed by a dinner at Lantana Shoreditch. All are welcome to discuss the lecture with Peter and other IABSE members.
URL:https://iabse.org.uk/event/milne-medal-lecture-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251020T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251020T170000
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SUMMARY:Nethercot Paper Prize - Stage 2 deadline
DESCRIPTION:Nethercot Paper Prize\, 2025\nEarly career architects\, engineers\, and designers (expected to be under 35 and based in the UK) are invited to submit a single author paper for judging for the Nethercot Prize. The paper should cover the process of designing a new structure or adapting an old one. \nThis year\, we have decided to split the process into two stages. Stage 1 is the submission of an abstract; if shortlisted\, participants will be invited to submit a full paper at Stage 2. \nThe prize is named after Professor David Nethercot\, President of IABSE 2013-2016. \nShortlisted authors will be invited to the IABSE Milne Medal dinner normally held in November each year. The winner of the paper competition will be awarded with a cash prize of £500\, and an opportunity to present their work in an internationally broadcast IABSE webinar. \nStory telling is a key skill to successfully convey ideas during a project. Excellent quality work can easily be ignored if not accompanied with appropriate communication. This award aims to encourage the written communication skills of the participants and highlight the excellent project work that is carried out by IABSE early career professionals. \nThe judges are not interested on reading papers that focus on selling the outcome of a project. A successful paper in the Nethercot Prize will engage with the reader; define the key drivers of a project you have been working on; explain the key architectural or structural engineering interventions that have been made; explain what has been your contribution to the project; explain what makes both the project and your contrition remarkable; and especially\, critically analyse what went well and what might have been improved. \nAbstracts should be limited to 150 words\, and papers to 1300 words. Images and figures may be incorporated but the submission must cover no more than five A4 pages at point size 11. \n Judging Criteria\n\nEngagement of the reader\nCommunication of technical content and overall written style\nInsight and understanding of the wider project\nUnderstanding and communication of the impact of our work on the wider community\nCritical reflection on the design process and appropriate identification of lessons learned (positive or negative)\n\nPlease do not assume that basing your paper on the style of previously awarded or shortlisted papers is the appropriate route to follow to succeed in this edition of the Nethercot Prize. \nAuthors are required to confirm with the relevant people (project director or as appropriate) that the subject matter is appropriate for public dissemination. \nSubmission\nSubmit your paper by email to events@iabse.org.uk  \n Programme\n15th September 2025 Stage 1 entry deadline (5pm)\n22nd September          Stage 1 shortlist announced\n20th October                Stage 2 Entry deadline (5pm)\n21st-10th November   Judging\n12th November            Awards announced at Milne Medal lecture
URL:https://iabse.org.uk/event/nethercot-paper-prize-stage-2-deadline/
ORGANIZER;CN="IABSE British Group":MAILTO:events@iabse.org.uk
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251015T200000
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SUMMARY:The Millennium Bridge Bubble - Henderson Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:This panel discussion pulls together some participants from the recent IABSE Henderson Colloquium to discuss the topic of the “Millennium Bridge Bubble”. \nCentred around the turn of the millennium\, the UK experienced a significant boom in the construction of footbridges\, often with an ambition to have outcomes that were greater than the simple act of crossing an obstacle. The Colloquium explored whether those ambitions were realised\, and whether it was a short-term bubble\, a confluence of talent and funding\, or whether it created a paradigm shift in the quality and skill level amongst designers\, fabricators and contractors\, as well as a permanent change in the ambitions of commissioning clients. \nBased on the discussion had at the colloquium\, this event (and the accompanying short report) starts to reflect and articulate the lessons that might still be learnt 25 years on in our age of climate crisis\, fear and conservatism. \nPanellists \nDavid Knight (Cake Engineering) – Chair \nCatherine Ramsden (Useful Studio) \nKeith Brownlie (Beam Architects) \nBrian Duguid (Mott MacDonald) \nArianna Levantesi (Knight Architects)
URL:https://iabse.org.uk/event/the-millennium-bridge-bubble-henderson-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:Knight Architects\, The Generator\, 20 Wharfdale Rd\, London\, N1 9RY\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250930T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250930T150000
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CREATED:20250909T095215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T095215Z
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SUMMARY:Site Visit: HS2 Wendover Dean Viaduct
DESCRIPTION:An opportunity to have a site visit to see ongoing construction on the Wendover Dean Viaduct and surrounding structures on HS2. \nPPE and lunch will be provided. \nPlease note\, tickets for this are severely limited.  If you cannot attend please let us know in good time so we can pass on your place to others on the waiting list. \n \n\n\n\nLocation\nEKFB Rocky Lane Compound\, Wendover\, Quainton\, Aylesbury\, HP18 0UU
URL:https://iabse.org.uk/event/site-visit-hs2-wendover-dean-viaduct/
LOCATION:HP18 0UU\, EKFB Rocky Lane Compound\, Wendover\, Quainton\, Aylesbury\, HP18 0UU\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250925T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250925T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T124909
CREATED:20250620T052911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T095008Z
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SUMMARY:Future of Design 2025 - London
DESCRIPTION:Save the date! \nStep into the future of design at this one-day interactive conference dedicated to the Millennium Structures that have reshaped our skylines and redefined innovation. Whether you’re a student\, graduate\, or industry professional\, this is your chance to engage with world-class engineers and thought leaders shaping the next generation of structures. \n 
URL:https://iabse.org.uk/event/future-of-design-2025-london/
LOCATION:Imperial College London\, Skempton Building\, Imperial College Rd\, South Kensington\, London\, SW7 2BU\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="IABSE BG":MAILTO:events@iabse.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250915T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250915T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T124909
CREATED:20250720T082153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T172018Z
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SUMMARY:Nethercot Paper Prize - Stage 1 deadline
DESCRIPTION:Nethercot Paper Prize\, 2025\nDEADLINE EXTENDED to 29th September 2025 \nEarly career architects\, engineers\, and designers (expected to be under 35 and based in the UK) are invited to submit a single author paper for judging for the Nethercot Prize. The paper should cover the process of designing a new structure or adapting an old one. \nThis year\, we have decided to split the process into two stages. Stage 1 is the submission of an abstract; if shortlisted\, participants will be invited to submit a full paper at Stage 2. \nThe prize is named after Professor David Nethercot\, President of IABSE 2013-2016. \nShortlisted authors will be invited to the IABSE Milne Medal dinner normally held in November each year. The winner of the paper competition will be awarded with a cash prize of £500\, and an opportunity to present their work in an internationally broadcast IABSE webinar. \nStory telling is a key skill to successfully convey ideas during a project. Excellent quality work can easily be ignored if not accompanied with appropriate communication. This award aims to encourage the written communication skills of the participants and highlight the excellent project work that is carried out by IABSE early career professionals. \nThe judges are not interested on reading papers that focus on selling the outcome of a project. A successful paper in the Nethercot Prize will engage with the reader; define the key drivers of a project you have been working on; explain the key architectural or structural engineering interventions that have been made; explain what has been your contribution to the project; explain what makes both the project and your contrition remarkable; and especially\, critically analyse what went well and what might have been improved. \nAbstracts should be limited to 150 words\, and papers to 1300 words. Images and figures may be incorporated but the submission must cover no more than five A4 pages at point size 11. \n Judging Criteria\n\nEngagement of the reader\nCommunication of technical content and overall written style\nInsight and understanding of the wider project\nUnderstanding and communication of the impact of our work on the wider community\nCritical reflection on the design process and appropriate identification of lessons learned (positive or negative)\n\nPlease do not assume that basing your paper on the style of previously awarded or shortlisted papers is the appropriate route to follow to succeed in this edition of the Nethercot Prize. \nAuthors are required to confirm with the relevant people (project director or as appropriate) that the subject matter is appropriate for public dissemination. \nSubmission\nSubmit your paper by email to events@iabse.org.uk  \n Programme\n15th September 2025 Stage 1 entry deadline (5pm) EXTENDED TO 29th September!\n2nd October                  Stage 1 shortlist announced\n20th October                Stage 2 Entry deadline (5pm)\n21st-10th November   Judging\n12th November            Awards announced at Milne Medal lecture
URL:https://iabse.org.uk/event/nethercot-paper-prize-stage-1-deadline/
ORGANIZER;CN="IABSE British Group":MAILTO:events@iabse.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250529T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250529T193000
DTSTAMP:20260414T124909
CREATED:20250326T161643Z
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SUMMARY:IABSE Annual Lecture 2025: Catherine Ramsden
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 IABSE Annual Lecture will be given by Catherine Ramsden of Useful Studio. \nThrough the redline\nBy consistently looking through and beyond the narrow remit of the redline\, a binding project boundary\, we can reach indirect\, and even unknown\, benefits and outcomes while better responding to critical aspects that disregard edges such as light\, air and time. \nCatherine Ramsden (Founding Director\, Useful Studio)\nCatherine founded Useful Studio in 2013 and directs the practice while also having served as Deputy Chair on the Board for the wider Useful Simple Trust. The Studio is an award-winning B Corp and Social Enterprise with Catherine being actively involved in both\, serving as Co-Chair of the B Corp Built Environment Group. With significant experience across architecture\, urbanism and in public realm including footbridges\, her lean design approach and social purpose is fuelled by a passion for efficiency and positive impact. \nThe early years of her career focussed on planning and urban design working in California on significant environmental projects including strategic masterplans for Mission Bay and Balboa Park in San Diego as well as a townscape scheme for Santa Cruz. During a decade at Foster + Partners\, as Associate Partner\, Catherine’s key projects included Albion Riverside affordable housing with the Peabody Trust\, the Millennium Bridge and the Thomas Deacon Academy. \nHer first degree in Environmental Design was at the University of Colorado\, Boulder and she has a Masters of Architecture\, Magna cum Laude from the University of Pennsylvania. Her education also included a year in Copenhagen. \nCatherine is an external examiner and lectures regularly in schools and universities. She is a member of the National Highways Strategic Design Panel. \nTickets available here: https://buytickets.at/internationalassociationofbridgeandstructuralengineering/1663597 \n\nDinner\nSponsored by Teufelberger-Redaelli \n \nImmediately following the Catherine’s lecture\, please join us for the IABSE Annual Dinner which will take place at the Swan on Bankside with a balcony overlooking the river\, St Paul’s Cathedral and the Millennium Bridge.  (21 New Globe Walk\, Bankside\, London SE1 9DT) \nTickets available here: https://buytickets.at/internationalassociationofbridgeandstructuralengineering/1663597 \nTicket sales for the dinner close on May 15th 2025.
URL:https://iabse.org.uk/event/iabse-annual-lecture-2025-catherine-ramsden/
LOCATION:IStructE Headquarters\, 47-58 Bastwick Street\, London\, EC1V 3PS\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250410T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250410T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T124909
CREATED:20250205T110852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T093220Z
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SUMMARY:Future of Design - Leeds 2025
DESCRIPTION:The IABSE British Group is delighted to welcome you to the Future of Design 2025\, a full-day conference for young engineers aimed at promoting the work of early careers designers and inspiring the future generation\, held on the 10th of April at the University of Leeds. \nDetails of the event itinerary\, competitions and tickets will be made available in the coming weeks. \nEvent Page\nEvent Guide\nBook Tickets\n 
URL:https://iabse.org.uk/event/future-of-design-leeds-2025/
LOCATION:The University of Leeds\, School of Mechanical Engineering\, Woodhouse Lane\, Leeds\, LS2 9JT
ORGANIZER;CN="IABSE British Group":MAILTO:events @ IABSE.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250228T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250228T140000
DTSTAMP:20260414T124909
CREATED:20241203T124646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T202438Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Fern the Diplodocus - A Structural Tale
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Max Clayton\, Winner of the Nethercot Prize 2024\, IABSE British Group.                      \nModerator: David Knight\, Chair\, IABSE British Group \nThe 2024 Nethercot Prize winner Max Clayton will give a webinar on his paper outlining the design and construction of Fern the Diplodocus. \nIn the gardens of the Natural History Museum\, a new resident stands tall over the Jurassic vegetation. Over the past four years\, Structure Workshop has collaborated with scientists at the Natural History Museum and Madrid-based art fabricators Factum Arte to design and make the world’s first and only post-tensioned bronze dinosaur. Based on Dippy\, the Museum’s famous and much-loved Diplodocus cast\, the new attraction is a free-standing\, 25m long\, life-size bronze dinosaur. Newly named Fern\, it was officially unveiled in July 2024 in the revamped museum gardens as part of the Urban Nature Project\, which has transformed the gardens into a biodiverse green space. The living dinosaur was an engineering marvel: an incredibly elegant and efficient natural structure. The neck and tail cantilevers are held aloft by thick\, strong ligaments under great tension\, running along the spine and anchored back to the hip. In the final design\, each bone is a separate hollow casting\, and they form the primary structural elements. The vertebrae are held together with stainless steel structural ‘tendons’ running along the spine. The tendons have been posttensioned to compress the bronze\, holding the separate vertebrae together and forming the main structural spine. Just like the real animal\, the tendons are anchored to the hip bone\, and the two cantilevers largely balance each other. Read further … \n \nClient: The Natural History Museum\, London. \nFabrication and digital mediation: Factum Arte. \nFounders: Fademesa.   \nStructural Engineering: Structure Workshop. \nFern the Diplodocus is supported by Kusuma Trust.
URL:https://iabse.org.uk/event/webinar-fern-the-diplodocus-a-structural-tale/
LOCATION:Online
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250130T193000
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SUMMARY:Journey to Success: Manchester 2025
DESCRIPTION:“Journey to Success” is an event for early career engineers and designers where leading figures who have been in practice in the fields of buildings and transportation infrastructure discuss their own personal journeys. The event will discuss skills\, opportunities\, risks and difficulties. \nThe panel will be chaired by Francisco Martin (Mott MacDonald)\, and will consist of: \n\nAitor Oliveras Ibañez (Mott MacDonald)\nKit Wolverson (Mott MacDonald)\nEd Dablin (DYSE)\nMungo Stacy (WSP)\n\nThis free event is likely to be popular\, but the audience is strictly limited to 40. In the event of you being unable to attend\, please return your ticket so that it can be given to others on the waiting list. \n \n 
URL:https://iabse.org.uk/event/journey-to-success-manchester-2025/
LOCATION:The Rain Bar\, 80 Great Bridgewater St\, Manchester\, M1 5JG\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="IABSE British Group":MAILTO:events@iabse.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241129T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241129T120000
DTSTAMP:20260414T124909
CREATED:20241105T092045Z
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SUMMARY:Site Visit - Renfrew Bridge\, River Clyde
DESCRIPTION:The IABSE British Group is delighted to be able to offer a site visit to the Renfrew Bridge\, following the Bridges Scotland Conference and hosted by Hardesty and Hannover. \nProject Background \nThe Renfrew bridge is a 184-meter double-leaf bobtail cable-stayed swing bridge connecting Renfrew to Clydebank and Yoker. The crossing is the centrepiece of the Clyde Waterfront and Renfrew Riverside (CWRR) project\, which will transform the waterfront and improve access to jobs\, education\, hospitals\, and leisure pursuits. The bridge will also create new connections into Scotland’s Advanced Manufacturing Innovation District (AMIDS). Featuring an asymmetric or “bobtail” arrangement with 65-meter forward spans and 27-meter back spans\, the bridge will carry vehicles\, cyclists\, and pedestrians on two carriageways and two pedestrian footpaths. The steel superstructure spans are gear-driven\, hydraulically powered\, and open at a 110° angle. The pivots feature 6.7-meter-diameter slewing bearings. The forward steel superstructure is supported by cable-stays anchored to steel pylons and a counterweighted back span. \nTechnical details \nEach span on The River Clyde Bridge is 92 meters\, which makes it one of the largest double-leaf bobtail swing bridges in the world. One design decision that allowed H&H to achieve the massive span was to use an orthotropic deck to reduce the dead load. The cable stay system extends the superstructure support vertically which makes the bridge significantly lighter. The slewing bearing positioned underneath the structure is normally used within the crane industry. Here\, the system is made to accommodate a heavy balance load. H&H opted to repurpose a slewing bearing from Tyson Krupp\, a German firm that manufactures large-scale industrial equipment. \nA sustainable facet to the project was the installation process.  By floating in bridge segments from Belgium\, the surrounding region and native ecosystem were not affected by lorries transporting large components. The bridge materials were fabricated in Belgium in a well-ventilated warehouse with controlled conditions. There was no disruption to Glaswegian neighbourhoods due to fabrication\, paint\, and assembly of the bridge. The bridge is powered by a hydraulic motor system\, and the team uses biodegradable hydraulic fluid. \nAttendance \nAttendance is strictly limited\, so please only apply for a ticket if you are able to attend. We will maintain a waiting list so if you are unable to attend please let us know and we will cancel your ticket and offer it to others. You will need to bring appropriate PPE: hard hat\, high visibility vest\, boots\, gloves and glasses. \nDue to the state of construction it is unlikely to be possible to coordinate a swing of the bridge with the visit.
URL:https://iabse.org.uk/event/site-visit-renfrew-bridge-river-clyde/
LOCATION:Renfrew Bridge\, Bridge\, Renfrew\, Glasgow\, Scotland\, PA4 8SY\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241114T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241114T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T124909
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SUMMARY:IABSE Milne Medal 2024
DESCRIPTION:The Milne Medal is awarded to an individual engineer for excellence in structural design\, both in the overall concept and in the attention to detail in their work\, and is named in recognition of the late Bob Milne\, who served for many years as the Honorary Secretary of the IABSE British Group. This year\, we are delighted to award the Milne Medal to John Roycroft of BDP. \nJohn will give his Milne Medal Lecture “Send me a sketch” on the 14th November 2024 at the IStructE\, Bastwick Street\, London. \n \nJohn Roycroft \nJohn leads the civil and structural profession at BDP and has forged a career in the design and delivery of structurally challenging projects. John has a passion and energy for design which is central to bringing structural innovation to life. \nJohn particularly enjoys working with architects and clients from the outset of the project to drive the best solution. He is passionate about engineers communicating effectively and runs sketching workshops that help develop this important skill and allow young engineers to build confidence to engage with the design team early. He was the Chair of the ICE Structures Expert panel from 2009 to 2014. \nHaving joined the University of Bath to study architecture he transferred to civil & structural engineering after the first year\, having been inspired by industry greats such as the late Sir Ted Happold whose engineering history lectures demonstrated the wonderful opportunities for creativity and for bringing positive change as an engineer. At Bath within the nurturing and supportive environment that Mike Barnes led\, John learnt the art of the structural engineer and embraced the skills and potential for collaborative and interdisciplinary design culminating in him winning a design award for his elegant footbridge in a final year project open to architects and engineers. John started his career with Whitby Bird & Partners and has been fortunate to be mentored by inspirational and talented leaders and engineers at the practices he has worked at during his career to date. John joined BDP in 2008 as he saw the significant potential in a company that has its routes embedded in multidisciplinary collaboration and design quality. Now Chair of civil and structural engineering at BDP\, John uses collaboration as his guiding principle\, promoting that amid all the technological buzz\, it is still our relationships that drive the best project outcomes. \n  \n  \nSend me a sketch \n“Digital technology has transformed our industry\, but I think the best tool remains the humble pen or pencil. Sketching is just a brilliant way to think\, solve problems and collaborate. Working with people has been the most enjoyable aspect of my 30 plus year career to date. \n“To deliver buildings and infrastructure\, we first need to build strong relationships and I’m as proud of the friendships I’ve cultivated as I am with the structures I’ve designed. From undergraduate days at the University of Bath\, where talented individuals such as Mike Barnes and Paul McCombie took me under their wing to leading the engineering team at BDP today\, I could not have made the journey without people. \n“Having fun as part of the process is also something we should embrace as an industry. So\, I believe that amid all the technological buzz\, it is still our relationships that drive the best project outcomes.” \n  \nMilne Medal Dinner \nThe lecture will be followed by a dinner at Fare (11 Old Street\, London\, EC1V 9HL). All are welcome to discuss the lecture with John and other IABSE members.
URL:https://iabse.org.uk/event/iabse-milne-medal-2024/
LOCATION:IStructE Headquarters\, 47-58 Bastwick Street\, London\, EC1V 3PS\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="IABSE BG":MAILTO:events@iabse.org.uk
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241021
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241024
DTSTAMP:20260414T124909
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T124856Z
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SUMMARY:AFGC - UHPRC 2024 (Menton\, France)
DESCRIPTION:For interest of IABSE British Group members\, this conference will be hosted by the French Association of Civil Engineers in Menton on the French Riviera: \n \nDESIGNING\, BUILDING AND RETROFITTING WITH UHPFRC: WELCOME TO MENTON! \n\n\nSeven years after the 2017 Ultra-High-Performance Fiber-Reinforced Concrete (UHPFRC) conference held in Montpellier\, focused on the know-how and applications carried out with UHPFRC\, projects and constructions using UHPRFCs have clearly experienced a marked increase in Europe\, in North America and in Asia. The objective of the 2024 UHPFRC International Symposium organized by AFGC in Menton (French Riviera) is to update additional experience acquired in the knowledge and use of UHPFRCS: design of structures\, elements and works; retrofitting and repair of structures; industrial realizations; large-scale applications. \nInnovative achievements looking to the future \nResearch\, standards and regulations at the service of innovation \nA material for the environment: durability\, saving resources\, reducing CO2 emissions \nThe symposium will present the most recent effective UHPFRC realizations in civil engineering\, building\, facilities\, equipment and infrastructure\, both for new construction and rehabilitation. It will deal with researches\, regulations and standards developed at the international level to facilitate the design\, justify the safety and the reliability of UHPFRC structures. It will detail the performance offered by these materials towards environment: use in the field of eco-design\, saving of resources\, durability\, reduction of greenhouse gas emissions\, life cycle analysis\, etc. \nDuring the three days presentations in plenary and parallel technical sessions will address: Applications and achievements in UHPFRC: Civil Engineering and Buildings; Codifications\, Regulations\, Standardizations; Environmental aspect: decarbonization\, saving materials\, recycling\, eco-design \nA special student session “my UHPFRC solution” will be organized in order to promote the knowledge and the use of UHPFRC by new generations called to further develop constructive innovations in the service of a more sustainable and more responsible built heritage. \n\n\nMore details can be found here: https://uhpfrc2024.sciencesconf.org/
URL:https://iabse.org.uk/event/afgc-uhprc-2024-menton-france/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241015T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241015T193000
DTSTAMP:20260414T124909
CREATED:20240909T192709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T075757Z
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SUMMARY:The intricate world of moving bridges - IABSE Henderson Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:This panel discussion pulls together some participants from the recent IABSE Henderson Colloquium to discuss the topic of “Moving Bridges”\, outlining the challenges and difficulties of designing\, constructing\, operating\, and maintaining these structures. Based on the discussion had at the colloquium\, this event (and the accompanying short report) shares the areas for further research around moving bridges and identifies common areas of necessary development. \nPanellists \nPaul van Hagen (Principal Engineer\, Hardesty & Hannover) – Chair \nEzra Groskin (Moxon Architects) – Architect’s perspective \nSimon Fryer (Buro Happold) – Designer’s perspective \nChris Miles (Transport for London) – Client’s perspective \nRyan Dillon (BAM) – Contractor’s perspective \n \n 
URL:https://iabse.org.uk/event/the-intricate-world-of-moving-bridges-iabse-henderson-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:Arup\, 8 Fitzroy Street\, London\, W1T 4BJ\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="IABSE BG":MAILTO:events@iabse.org.uk
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241011
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241012
DTSTAMP:20260414T124909
CREATED:20240323T085410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T073511Z
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SUMMARY:Nethercot Prize 2024 - Submission Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Nethercot Paper Prize\, 2024\nEarly career architects\, engineers\, and designers (expected to be under 35 and based in the UK) are invited to submit a single author paper for judging for the Nethercot Prize. The paper should cover the process of designing a new structure or adapting an old one. The prize is named after Professor David Nethercot\, President of IABSE 2013-2016. \nShortlisted authors will be invited to the IABSE Milne Medal dinner normally held in November each year. The winner of the paper competition will be awarded with a cash prize of £400\, and an opportunity to present their work in an internationally broadcast IABSE webinar. \nStory telling is a key skill to successfully convey ideas during a project. Excellent quality work can easily be ignored if not accompanied with appropriate communication. This award aims to encourage the written communication skills of the participants and highlight the excellent project work that is carried out by IABSE early career professionals. \nThe judges are not interested on reading papers that focus on selling the outcome of a project. A successful paper in the Nethercot Prize will engage with the reader; define the key drivers of a project you have been working on; explain the key architectural or structural engineering interventions that have been made; explain what has been your contribution to the project; explain what makes both the project and your contrition remarkable; and especially\, critically analyse what went well and what might have been improved. \n Papers should be limited to 1300 words. Images and figures may be incorporated but the submission must cover no more than five A4 pages at point size 11. \n Judging Criteria\n\nEngagement of the reader\nCommunication of technical content and overall written style\nInsight and understanding of the wider project\nUnderstanding and communication of the impact of our work on the wider community\nCritical reflection on the design process and appropriate identification of lessons learned (positive or negative)\n\nPlease do not assume that basing your paper on the style of previously awarded or shortlisted papers is the appropriate route to follow to succeed in this edition of the Nethercot Prize. \nAuthors are required to confirm with the relevant people (project director or as appropriate) that the subject matter is appropriate for public dissemination. \nSubmission\nSubmit your paper by email to events@iabse.org.uk  \n Programme\n11th October 2024      Entry deadline (5pm)\n11th-6th November     Judging\n7th November              Shortlist announced\n14th November            Awards announced at Milne Medal lecture
URL:https://iabse.org.uk/event/nethercot-prize-2024-submission-deadline/
ORGANIZER;CN="IABSE BG":MAILTO:events@iabse.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240925T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240925T173000
DTSTAMP:20260414T124909
CREATED:20240712T130421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240712T130440Z
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SUMMARY:Future of Design London 2024
DESCRIPTION:More details here: https://iabse.org.uk/future-of-design-london-2024/
URL:https://iabse.org.uk/event/future-of-design-london-2024/
LOCATION:Imperial College London\, Skempton Building\, Imperial College Rd\, South Kensington\, London\, SW7 2BU\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240521T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240521T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T124909
CREATED:20231117T124105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240419T125823Z
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SUMMARY:IABSE Annual Lecture
DESCRIPTION:The 2024 Annual Lecture will be given by Ted Zoli (HNTB)\, who is joining us from the USA. \nAdaptation and the practice of bridge design in North America\nAs bridge design practice continues to evolve\, it is useful to ask how well-adapted we are; and where change may be both necessary and wise. As bridges are somewhat unique in the built environment\, with the goal of connecting public investment with public good\, it is necessary that we do this regularly. Yet change happens slowly and incrementally. \nBoth change and status quo are not without risk. The weight of past practice\, established design codes and standards\, and an industry well-tuned to existing workflows are important barriers to consider. Aspects of adaptation and how it has influenced in the design of built bridges in North America will be discussed. The role of the designer\, and more importantly the built work\, as a mechanism for needed change will be highlighted. \n \nTed Zoli \nTed Zoli serves as the technical director of HNTB’s bridge practice. He has led the design of numerous innovative first-of-their kind bridges\, including the network arch Lake Champlain Bridge (NY\, VT); the gusset-less truss for Portsmouth Memorial Bridge (ME-NH); the hybrid cable stayed Leonard P. Zakim Bunker Hill Bridge (MA); the first major network arch in the country\, the Blennerhassett Island Bridge (WV-OH); and the first double curved cable stayed bridge in the U.S.\, the Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge (NE-IA). Zoli also currently serves as an adjunct professor at Columbia University. In 2009\, Zoli was made a MacArthur Fellow; and in 2012\, he was selected as ENR’s Award of Excellence winner\, considered the U.S. construction industry’s most prestigious honour. \n  \n  \nDinner \nSponsored by Teufelberger-Redaelli \n \nImmediately following the Ted Zoli’s lecture\, join us for dinner aboard HMS Belfast and experience 1940’s life on board this restored cruiser. Welcome drinks will be served from 8pm\, followed by a superb seasonal 3-course dinner at 8.30pm in The Ship’s Company Dining Hall\, where you will be seated amongst the warship’s original features. \nYou will have the opportunity to explore the museum and watch the sunset on the Quarter Deck whilst enjoying views of London Bridge and Tower Bridge. \nHMS Belfast is a short walk from London Bridge Station.
URL:https://iabse.org.uk/event/iabse-annual-lecture/
LOCATION:IStructE Headquarters\, 47-58 Bastwick Street\, London\, EC1V 3PS\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="IABSE British Group":MAILTO:events@iabse.org.uk
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240410
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240413
DTSTAMP:20260414T124909
CREATED:20230103T105006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T114606Z
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SUMMARY:IABSE Symposium Manchester 2024
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for IABSE Symposium Manchester. \n \n \n  \nFull details of the Symposium are available at https://iabse.org/Manchester2024
URL:https://iabse.org.uk/event/iabse-symposium-manchester-2024/
LOCATION:University Place\, Manchester\, 176 Oxford Rd\, Manchester\, M13 9PL\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="IABSE British Group":MAILTO:events@iabse.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240409T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240409T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T124909
CREATED:20240116T090305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T164842Z
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SUMMARY:Future of Design Manchester 2024
DESCRIPTION:The IABSE British Group will be holding the latest iteration of the “Future of Design” conference on the 9th April 2024 at Manchester Metropolitan University. \nThe conference aims to promote forward-thinking design and inspire the next generation of designers in the field of engineering and architecture. We are happy to bring to you a full day catered event with a variety of keynote speakers from around the field covering a wide range of topics. Speakers include Eoin Casserly (VOLUTA)\, Clotilde Robin (Expedition)\, Trish Johnson (Clifton Suspension Bridge) and more to be announced. There will be networking and Q&A opportunities throughout the day. \nWe will also be holding Young Engineer’s Design and Paper competitions of which the finalists will be able to present their work during the event. Details of these competitions can be found below. We invite and encourage all young designers to participate in the competition. \nThere will be a chance for further networking and socialising after the event as well. Further details to be announced. \nPurchase your tickets here. \nIf you would like to get involved with our young designer’s (aged up to 35 years) paper competition\, details are here. \nIf you would like to get involved with our young designer’s (aged up to 35 years) design competition\, details are here. \nClick here for FoD 2024 booklet and programme for the day \n \nOr scan the QR code to access the booklet and progamme via phone.
URL:https://iabse.org.uk/event/future-of-design-manchester-2024/
LOCATION:Manchester Metropolitan University\, Lyceum Pl\, Manchester\, M15 6BY
ORGANIZER;CN="IABSE British Group":MAILTO:events@iabse.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240119T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240119T140000
DTSTAMP:20260414T124909
CREATED:20231206T193224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231208T162126Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar - Space House (by the Nethercot Prize Winner)
DESCRIPTION:Moderator: David Knight\, Chair\, British Group IABSE\, Cake Industries\, UK \nSpeaker: Livia Guimaraes\, Winner British Group Nethercot Prize 2023\, UK \nSpace House: a low-carbon reuse of a 1960’s icon \nSpace House is a low carbon adaptive re-use of a 1960’s Grade II* listed brutalist icon\, originally designed by Richard Siefert and Pell Frischmann. As the original designers we were able to revisit the innovative engineering of the time and\, through extensive desktop study and onsite investigations\, exploit existing structural opportunities adding significant value and adapting the structure to modern building standards. \nBy introducing a 2-story extension to the Tower and a rooftop pavilion structure to the Kingsway Block we were able to significantly increase office space without requiring any additional foundations. The project is set to enhance the Holborn area\, providing modern workspace\, retail facilities\, and public spaces – a true testament to a successful urban renewal story and sustainable design. \nSpeaker: Livia is a graduate structural engineer that is avidly passionate about architecture and sustainable design. Currently working at Pell Frischmann\, Livia has been involved in a variety of different projects ranging from residential new builds\, forensic investigations\, and mixed-use redevelopments. \nModerator: David Knight is the Chair of the IABSE British Group. \nPlease register for this webinar here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_i1dhY9BbQRuKS7HUyj9q4Q#/registration
URL:https://iabse.org.uk/event/webinar-space-house-by-the-nethercot-prize-winner/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="IABSE British Group":MAILTO:events@iabse.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240116T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240116T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T124909
CREATED:20231110T103126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T103149Z
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SUMMARY:Design Competition Deadline - Milne Medal
DESCRIPTION:Full details on the Design Competition are available here: \nDesign Competition – Milne Medal
URL:https://iabse.org.uk/event/design-competition-deadline-milne-medal/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231116T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231116T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T124909
CREATED:20230303T180644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231004T145119Z
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SUMMARY:Milne Medal Lecture 2023
DESCRIPTION:The Milne Medal is awarded to an individual engineer for excellence in structural design\, both in the overall concept and in the attention to detail in their work\, and is named in recognition of the late Bob Milne\, who served for many years as the Honorary Secretary of the IABSE British Group. This year\, we are delighted to award the Milne Medal to Simon Fryer of Buro Happold. \nSimon Fryer is Technical Director at Buro Happold and has 34 years’ experience in the design of international bridge projects.  Having started work with G. Maunsell and Partners in 1989\, he joined the fledgling bridge group at Buro Happold in 2001.  Throughout his career\, he has been involved in an extensive portfolio in terms of both scale and type within the bridge engineering sector.  He has detailed knowledge of the analysis and design of reinforced concrete\, pre-stressed concrete and steel structures.  Many of his projects have demanded design work based on first principles rather than routine application of codes and standards.  He has been responsible for project managing construction projects on site and has a particular interest in the structural design of aesthetically pleasing bridges. \nSimon will give his Milne Medal Lecture “Solving Problems for a Living” on the 16th November 2023 at the IStructE\, Bastwick Street\, London. \nSolving problems for a living \nIn the bridge field\, there are always obstacles to be crossed and challenges to be met. \nDesign and construction are inextricably linked.  There are many considerations and good engineering is not just about the big picture – attention to detail is also important and ingenuity can be applied at all levels. \nIn some cases\, new creative and innovative solutions are called for to overcome the site constraints. \nOn other occasions\, structural engineering skills can be applied to preserve existing infrastructure instead of replacing it. \nThis lecture will explain how some interesting problems were tackled\, with examples provided from the world of bridges and beyond. \nMilne Medal Dinner \nThe lecture will be followed by a dinner at Noci (Unit B\, The Bower\, 211 Old St\, London EC1V 9NR). All are welcome to discuss the lecture with Simon and other IABSE members. \nTickets for the lecture and dinner are available here:
URL:https://iabse.org.uk/event/milne-medal-lecture-2023/
LOCATION:IStructE Headquarters\, 47-58 Bastwick Street\, London\, EC1V 3PS\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="IABSE British Group":MAILTO:events@iabse.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231027T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231027T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T124909
CREATED:20230522T092904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231012T182212Z
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SUMMARY:Nethercot Paper Prize\, 2023
DESCRIPTION:Nethercot Paper Prize\, 2023\nDEADLINE EXTENDED UNTIL 27th OCTOBER 2023 \nEarly career architects\, engineers\, and designers (expected to be under 35 and based in the UK) are invited to submit a single author paper for judging for the Nethercot Prize. The paper should cover the process of designing a new structure or adapting an old one. The prize is named after Professor David Nethercot\, President of IABSE 2013-2016. \nShortlisted authors will be invited to the IABSE Milne Medal dinner normally held in November each year. The winner of the paper competition will be awarded with a cash prize of £400\, and an opportunity to present their work in an internationally broadcast IABSE webinar. \nStory telling is a key skill to successfully convey ideas during a project. Excellent quality work can easily be ignored if not accompanied with appropriate communication. This award aims to encourage the written communication skills of the participants and highlight the excellent project work that is carried out by IABSE early career professionals. \nThe judges are not interested on reading papers that focus on selling the outcome of a project. A successful paper in the Nethercot Prize will engage with the reader; define the key drivers of a project you have been working on; explain the key architectural or structural engineering interventions that have been made; explain what has been your contribution to the project; explain what makes both the project and your contrition remarkable; and especially\, critically analyse what went well and what might have been improved. \n Papers should be limited to 1300 words. Images and figures may be incorporated but the submission must cover no more than five A4 pages at point size 11. \n Judging Criteria\n\nEngagement of the reader\nCommunication of technical content and overall written style\nInsight and understanding of the wider project\nUnderstanding and communication of the impact of our work on the wider community\nCritical reflection on the design process and appropriate identification of lessons learned (positive or negative)\n\nPlease do not assume that basing your paper on the style of previously awarded or shortlisted papers is the appropriate route to follow to succeed in this edition of the Nethercot Prize. \nAuthors are required to confirm with the relevant people (project director or as appropriate) that the subject matter is appropriate for public dissemination. \nSubmission\nSubmit your paper by email to events@iabse.org.uk  \n Programme\n13 27th October 2023 Entry deadline (5pm)\n28th-9th November     Judging\n10th November            Shortlist announced\n16th November            Awards announced at Milne Medal lecture
URL:https://iabse.org.uk/event/nethercot-paper-prize-2023/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231026T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231026T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T124909
CREATED:20230913T132624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230914T101515Z
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SUMMARY:Journey to Success - London 2023
DESCRIPTION:“Journey to Success” is an event for early career engineers and designers where leading figures who have been in practice in the fields of buildings and transportation infrastructure discuss their own personal journeys. The event will discuss skills\, opportunities\, risks and difficulties. \nThe panel will be chaired by Paul van Hagen (Principal Bridge Engineer at Hardesty and Hanover)\, and will consist of: \n\nPaul Nowak\, Technical Director of Infrastructure Geotechnics at Atkins\nKamlah Kew\, Programme Manager at Transport for London (TfL).\nDebashish Mukherjee\, Bridge Engineer and Associate Director at AECOM.\n\nThis free event is likely to be popular\, but the audience is strictly limited to 45. In the event of you being unable to attend\, please return your ticket so that it can be given to others on the\nwaiting list. \nWe will be taking photos during the event; we assume that on booking a ticket\, consent given to take photos and for use by IABSE and their partners and sponsors. Please let us know at events@iabse.org.uk if you would prefer not to be photographed. \nSpeakers\nDebashish Mukherjee is a Bridge Engineer with a Bachelor of Engineering degree from Bengal Engineering College in India. Debashish is Chartered Engineer with more than 23 years of experience in bridge projects especially highway bridges. Debashish has extensive experience of delivering bridge design projects involving multi-disciplinary teams working from various office locations including Client/Contractor. This includes managing and liaison with framework client and contractor from initial prospect identification through to detailed design delivery and support during construction. Debashish started his career as a Bridge Engineer in India working on major highway widening schemes in India\, new road construction in Myanmar and flyover projects in Delhi\, Kolkata and Chennai. Debashish joined Atkins in 2008 and worked on several high-profile projects like Olympics Park\, A14 widening\, Whitchurch Bridge reconstruction and A13/A1014 junction improvement. Debashish then started working with WSP in 2015 to deliver various schemes in London for Westminster City Council and Hounslow Highways. In 2018 Debashish took up a senior position in AECOM as Associate Director and worked on various structures and highways improvement schemes in Kent\, Cornwall\, London and Oxfordshire and is also responsible for business development including support to major international projects and bids. \nPaul Nowak graduated with a BSc in Geology from Imperial College in 1977 and is a Technical Director and Atkins Fellow in Atkins’ Infrastructure Group\, where he is responsible for the geotechnical design of infrastructure projects. He is a Chartered Engineer and Chartered Geologist. \nPaul has over 40 years’ experience specialising in infrastructure design and construction both in the UK and world-wide where he has worked for both contractors and consultants. He has acted as Lead Engineer and Project Manager for the design of major infrastructure projects in a wide variety of geological conditions and he has wide experience of the tender\, detailed design and construction of D&B and PPP highway schemes. He brings a pragmatic approach to earthworks and foundation design particularly with regard to buildability. He is principal author of UK ICE Earthworks\, a Guide – 2nd Edition and was author and section editor of the Earthworks section of the 1st & 2nd Editions of the ICE Manual of Geotechnical Engineering. He has also the author of over 20 technical and conference papers. He is currently English speaking secretary on the World Roads Association Earthworks Technical Committee. \n 
URL:https://iabse.org.uk/event/jts-london-23/
LOCATION:Sekforde Arms\, Sekforde Street\, London\, EC1R 0HA\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Study Tour - Dublin 2023
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to announce the next IABSE British Group Study Tour to Dublin from Friday 13th to Sunday\, 15th October 2023. We will spend a long weekend visiting some of the most distinguished and multi-award winning bridges in the city\, hosted by the IABSE Ireland National Group. The itinerary is being developed\, but we currently planning: \n\na walking tour of all the bridges along with Liffey\, with representatives from the design teams in attendance including recent and proposed crossings\nTours and visits to eminent buildings in Dublin as part of Open House Dublin (https://openhousedublin.com/)\n\nWe will be based in Dublin\, with travel planned via train and ferry or by air. \nNote that you can bring guests to the trip; they will also need to register. IABSE members\, and especially young members (35 or under)\, will benefit from a discounted registration fee. \nThe registration fee will cover ancillary costs (entry fees etc) and one evening meal. Attendees will be expected to organise their own travel and accommodation. The trip will be a great opportunity to see some great engineering works and to spend an excellent long weekend with fellow IABSE members. \n\n\n\n\n \nBook your attendance here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/iabse-study-tour-dublin-2023-tickets-698926848017 \nNB. By booking here you are paying a deposit to guarantee your place on the trip. Final costs will be shared once the number of attendees has been confirmed.
URL:https://iabse.org.uk/event/study-tour-dublin-2023/
LOCATION:Dublin\, Samuel Beckett Bridge\, North Dock\, Dublin\, DY02 NW20\, Ireland
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ORGANIZER;CN="IABSE British Group":MAILTO:events@iabse.org.uk
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SUMMARY:Future of Design
DESCRIPTION:The International Association for Bridge and Structural Engineering (IABSE) British Group are delighted to announce that the Future of Design Conference London 2023 conference will be held in the Skempton Building at the South Kensington Campus of Imperial College London on the  21st September 2023. \nFuture of Design London 2023 is the premiere conference for young design professionals and students to engage with leading lights in engineering. Presentations\, talks and workshops during the day conference at the Imperial College London will provide a unique platform to engage with influential and inspiring individuals on the design challenges that we face in the future. \nMore details can be found on the dedicated event page
URL:https://iabse.org.uk/event/future-of-design/
LOCATION:Imperial College London\, Skempton Building\, Imperial College Rd\, South Kensington\, London\, SW7 2BU\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230731
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230801
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SUMMARY:Deadline for Abstract Submission\, IABSE Manchester
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://iabse.org.uk/event/deadline-for-abstract-submission-iabse-manchester/
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