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Notice of Annual General Meeting

Wed, 16 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

ICE Yorkshire and Humber Annual General Meeting

ICE Glasgow and West of Scotland AGM & nominations for membership of the Committee for Session 2012/13

Tue, 15 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Nominations for new members of the GWoS Committee (Session 2012/13) are now invited.

ICE Director General visits ICE Scotland

Tue, 15 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Nick Baveystock is visiting ICE Scotland this week.

ICE West Indies Local Association, Seminar on Godineau Bridge

Tue, 15 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On Thursday May 10th, 2012 the ICE West Indies Local Association held its 3rd seminar for 2012 entitled: “A Case Study: Rehabilitation and Restoration of Godineau Bridge”.

Droitwich Canal wins top prize at ICE West Mids Annual Awards

Tue, 15 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A project which has seen the canals in Droitwich brought back into productive use after a 40-year effort by campaigners was the big winner at the ICE West Midlands Annual Awards on 9 May. Seven further awards were given out on the night and five projects were highly commended.

Picture This and win £100 - closing date extended

Tue, 15 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

There is £100 up for grabs for the winning image entered in Picture This, the 2012 Institution of Civil Engineers - East of England photography competition.

Engaging with members... the webinar way!

Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Having held two successful webinars (online seminars) in the past year on learned society topics, ICE East Midlands used the technology for a membership development event for the first time this week.

Schemes Across Wales Win Civil Engineering Awards

Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The 2012 winners of the prestigious ICE Wales Cymru civil engineering awards have been announced.

Stronger action needed from Government on key areas of Queen's Speech

Wed, 09 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Government set out its legislative agenda for the coming year in the Queen's Speech on May 9th, including announcements in two key areas of ICE’s policy and public voice work – water and energy.

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Wed, 09 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

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Rankine Lecture Recording Available

Wed, 09 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

'Geohazards and Large Geographically Distributed Systems'
Professor T.D. O'Rourke, Cornell University

Trans Tasman: retaining membership and increasing value

Fri, 04 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

ICE held its second Trans Tasman mini summit in Sydney, Australia in March. The summit saw ICE Representatives from Australia and New Zealand as well as the Asia Pacific Council member and Area Manager come together to discuss the trans-tasman strategy and set out their focus for the next three years.

Prestigious QUEST scholarship available for prospective students

Thu, 03 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

ICE offers a scholarship to support 2012’s prospective civil engineering undergraduate students. The QUEST Undergraduate Scholarship offers:

ICE Council election: ballot information and test email

Thu, 03 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Electoral Reform Services (ERS) has been appointed to carry out the ballot to ensure the security of the vote for the election.

ICE hosts Thames Hub Airport debate

Thu, 03 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Greater South East’s international connectivity is constrained by the limited runway capacity at its busiest airports, which causes delays and restricts growth of direct links to emerging economies.

ICE members’ help needed to spread the word – support for graduates

Thu, 03 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Benevolent Fund, in partnership with ICE, will be hosting one-day workshops to support civil engineering graduates, students and technicians who are keen to develop their careers and get ahead of the competition.

Civil Engineering – ICE’s flagship journal FREE online

Wed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Civil Engineering, ICE’s flagship journal, is published quarterly and the May 2012 issue is FREE online now.

Impossible Mission Force takes the title

Wed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The winners and MERIT champions for 2012 were Impossible Mission Force (IMF) from ARUP. Congratulations also go to Aurecon, who received the Sponsors’ Award this year.

Tallest tower wins a place on ICE & Snow!

Wed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The winner of the ‘Tallest ICE Tower’ competition, held by ICE at the Big Bang Fair in March, has won two free places on the ICE & Snow ski trip 2012. This is an annual, seven-day ski trip combining engineering challenges with alpine activities.

ICE Scotland G&S Papers Competition Final

Tue, 01 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Congratulations to winner David Connolly!

Does Your Company Offer Work Placements?

Tue, 01 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

In the current climate, we have been receiving an increased number of enquiries from graduates and students seeking work placements in the South West.

2012 ICE Member Satisfaction Survey results

Tue, 01 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Results from our 2012 Member Satisfaction Survey have now been shared with ICE Council.

New online payment tool

Tue, 01 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

ICE has recently launched a new online payment tool which allows both members and potential members to pay online for a variety of different membership application processes including applications for Professional Review and Career Appraisal.

Bethany Wins ICE and Snow Ski Trip in Tallest Tower Competition

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The winner of the ‘Tallest ICE Tower’ competition, held by ICE at the Big Bang Fair in Birmingham in March, has won two free places on the ICE & Snow ski trip 2012. This is an annual, seven-day ski trip combining engineering challenges with alpine activities.

Call for papers on innovative building and civil engineering projects

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Chairman of ICE Member journal Civil Engineering, Tony Caccavone, invites you to recommend interesting and well-illustrated case-study papers on innovative building and civil engineering projects from your region. Projects do not necessarily need to be large in size, innovation is the key!

ICE Honours "Scotland's Brunel"

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

One of Ayr's most famous sons - engineer John Miller - was recently honoured with a plaque at ScotRail's station in the town.

ICE Rep for Malaysia receives Honorary Fellow award

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Dr Ooi, who has been ICE Rep for Malaysia since 2000, was recognised recently for his outstanding contribution and devotion to the advancement of the engineering profession in Malaysia and Southeast Asia by the Institution of Engineers Malaysia (IEM).

NW Golf Day report and photos

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Rain and hail greeted golfers at the ICE NW Golf Day on 19 April at Ashton-in-Makerfield Golf Club in Lancashire.

ICE NI compete in Titanic 10k for RedR

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Titanic 10k is one of the most popular dates in the Northern Ireland athletics calendar, it regularly attracts over 600 runners including elite international competitors, as well as a whole range of local runners, fun runners, joggers and experienced club athletes. This year’s race had extra significance with the celebrations of the Titanic’s centenary in full swing.

Six projects celebrated in prestigious awards ceremony

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) North East has announced the winners of this year’s prestigious Robert Stephenson Awards, celebrating six landmark projects.

ICE responds to Prime Minster's renewables speech

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Responding to David Cameron’s speech about renewable energy Director General of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) Nick Baveystock said:

ICE works with government to identify future skills needs

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A long-term pipeline of work was published in November 2011 alongside the National Infrastructure Plan 2011. Since then ICE has been working with other industry bodies to develop a pilot for how this information could be best used to forecast the long-term skills and capacity required to deliver the work.

SCE webinar with Mike Rogers - recording

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Mike Rogers, Professional Developement Manager, ICE London - Webinar for those interested in becoming a Supervising Civil Engineer. Recorded on 26 April 2012.

SCE webinar with Mike Rogers - recording

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Mike Rogers, Professional Developement Manager, ICE London - Webinar for those interested in becoming a Supervising Civil Engineer. Recorded on 26 April 2012.

ICE President completes tour of the North East

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The President of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) has visited North East landmarks during an annual visit to the region.

ICE President builds bridges in Gosforth

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The President of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) has spent time helping North East youngsters learn about bridge building and careers in construction.

Golfers Needed!

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Summer Golf and Thomas Telford Trophy.

RIBA ICE McAslan Bursary Call for Entries

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The RIBA ICE McAslan Bursary, worth £7,500 and generously funded by John McAslan + Partners, opened to entries on Wednesday 2 May.

A46, Chesterfield Canal and Willenhall projects come out top in EMMAs!

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Engineers from Balfour Beatty Major Civil Engineering, Derbyshire County Council and Severn Trent Water are celebrating after major wins at the ICE East Midlands Merit Awards (EMMAs).

ICE in Dunedin

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

ICE reviews media coverage so far in 2012

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The ICE media coverage report for Q1 2012 is now available to download. This quarter saw a number of events and announcements that led to considerable coverage for ICE, not least the Prime Minister delivering his pre Budget announcement on infrastructure at ICE’s headquarters, just weeks after the Prince of Wales delivered his first speech on infrastructure at the ICE/Halcrow lecture, also at One Great George Street.

ICE encouraged by progress on infrastructure cost saving plan

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Past ICE President Peter Hansford has welcomed the progress made during the first year of the Government’s Infrastructure Cost Review – a programme aimed to reduce the cost of delivering infrastructure in the UK by £2 to £3 billion a year by 2015.

Ambitious NW rail schemes take centre stage

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Two ambitious transport schemes which could revolutionise travel across the region were showcased at an interactive debate jointly staged by ICE Manchester and NW Graduates & Students last Thursday.

Energy Efficiency and Conservation Campaign

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The ICE student chapter at UET Peshawar successfully organised the “Energy Efficiency and Conservation Campaign” in March 2012. This event attracted hundreds of entrants and the programme included a model competition, poster competition and a quiz.

ICE implements contingency plans as Storey’s Gate contractors enter administration

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Killby and Gayford, the primary contractors working on the 8 Storey’s Gate refurbishment, have gone into administration and ceased trading. Work stopped on 8 Storey’s Gate on 18 April 2012.

Malaysian students visit transport hub and underground station sites

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The ICE Student chapter at University of Nottingham, Malaysia organised a visit to two construction sites on 22 March 2012.

Engineering Excellence Awards shortlist announced!

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

£1billion worth of projects shortlisted for South East England Engineering Excellence Awards.

Last chance for BCI Awards entries

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

While the Project Categories for the BCI Awards 2012 have now closed, six new categories are still accepting entries.

ICE, ASCE and CSCE sign new protocols for a sustainable future

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

In March, Washington DC played host to the Triennial conference featuring ICE, ASCE and CSCE. This year's theme was around Global Perspectives on Sustainable Infrastructure.

2012 is record year for EMMAs entries

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

This year has seen a record number of entries to the ICE East Midlands Merit Awards (EMMAs) with 31 received over all four categories.

ICE 2012 Americas Convention in New York success

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

ICE held its third, biennial Americas convention in New York on the Challenges of Urbanization in March 2012.

Deadline for Project of the Year Awards - Monday 30th April

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Entries for this year's ICE SW Civil Engineering Project of the Year Awards 2012 are now being received!

March Y&H Newsletter

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The latest issue of the ICE Yorkshire and Humber newsletter is now online.

Sir John Armitt to join ICE Presidential team

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) has elected Chairman of the Olympic Delivery Authority (ODA) Sir John Armitt to its Presidential team, with a view to him becoming the leading engineering body’s President.

Director General calls for government to regain lost ground on Carbon Capture and Storage

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

ICE's Director General, Nick Baveystock, has welcomed the annoucement of a new competition for Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS).

Saltire Society Civil Engineering Awards 2012

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Now receiving entries for 2012.

Farewell to Francesca King

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

ICE South East England says goodbye to External Relations Executive

Congratulations to latest NW Fellows

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Fellow is the highest grade of membership of the Institution. It may be awarded if you are or have been engaged in a position of responsibility in the promotion, planning, design, construction, maintenance or management of important engineering work.

Newcastle student wins papers competition

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) North East has named Newcastle student Adam Morgan as the winner of its 2012 Graduates and Students papers competition.

Get Your Civil Engineering Career on Track!

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Are you looking for help to improve your chances of finding a civil engineering job?
Or is your current job unsuited to your skills? If so, we could give you the boost you need.

South West Maritime Maintenance Seminar a Success

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Maritime engineers, designers and clients from the South West and beyond were presented with a wide-ranging overview of the challenges and solutions for maintaining maritime structures, at a seminar on Exeter on 23rd March.

New electronic services for members

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

’Discovery’ is a new library service available to ICE members. It enhances the ICE Library catalogue by allowing members to search the content of some of the library’s journals, as well as a vast range of other journals and publications available to EBSCO, the provider. Through EBSCO, members will be able to gain direct, remote access to more of the Library’s resources.

QUEST winner heads to Costa Rica for development project

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A young engineer has won a prestigious QUEST award to travel to Costa Rica to take part in a rural development project.

Brunel lectures: what’s on in April and May?

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

This is a busy time for the ICE’s Brunel International Lecture programme. April sees the conclusion of the 8th Brunel International Lecture Series, and, as Keith Clarke summarises his global tour, Jo da Silva will be preparing her own as she begins the 9th Brunel International Lecture Series in May.

Your Benevolent Fund – a message from the President…

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

None of us know what the future holds for us, but we can be assured of support from our Benevolent Fund (BFICE).

ICE works with next generation scientists

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Year 8 students from two Suffolk middle schools have taken part in a project to build and run solar panels. The most successsful will win £500 for their school.

New campaign launched to promote civil engineering

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A new campaign to promote civil engineering in Wales has been launched (29 March) by Minister for Environment and Sustainable Development John Griffiths at a site visit to the West Rhyl Coastal Defence Scheme in north Wales.

ICE NI Golfing Society announces fixture list for 2012

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The fixture list for 2012's ICE Golfing Society is now available.

Foster launches Northern Ireland's offshore renewable energy plan

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Investment, Arlene Foster today announced the publication of the Department's vision for developing Northern Ireland's offshore renewable energy resources to 2020 and beyond.

Welcome to our new Regional Coordinator

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

ICE South East England has welcomed Claire Adams as the new Regional Coordinator, based in our Reading office.

ICE response to National Planning Policy Framework

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Commenting on the National Planning Policy Framework, published today, Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) Director General Nick Baveystock, said:

Oakervee a 'sound choice' for HS2 Chair role

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Following the appointment of Douglas Oakervee as chair of High Speed 2 Ltd., Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) Director General Nick Baveystock commented:

ICE NI announce QUEST scholars

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

ICE NI through its QUEST Technician Scholarship awards, continue to support and invest in the future of the profession and its young civil engineers by recently awarding 4 talented students, financial assistance, as they continue their studies with the aim of securing professional qualification.

Towers, tunnels and triumph at The Big Bang Fair!

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Almost 50,000 people attended the Big Bang Fair at the Birmingham NEC at the end of March. It was a great success and ICE’s stand was more popular than ever, helping to promote the Institution and civil engineering as a career option to young people.

ICE travel and study grants deadline approaching

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The deadline for the QUEST Travel Award and the QUEST Continuing Education Award is fast approaching.

ICE HKA Committee Election, Session 2012-13

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

HKA Committee Nomination Result

ICE NI shares in vision for Lisanelly schools project

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Civil Engineers Northern Ireland (ICE NI) were in Omagh today to hear the fascinating detail of a visionary project that could soon become a reality for the people of the area. The Lisanelly Shared Educational Campus (LSEC) is a Department of Education led project that has the potential to change the culture and provision of post primary education in the Tyrone town.

Today is World Water Day

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

22 March 2012 is World Water Day, focusing on the theme of water and food security.

Graduate wins £250 for Toilet Paper!

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A paper about clearing effluent sludge from earth toilets in third world countries has won Cambridge civil engineering graduate Jamie Radford £250.

Scholarship boost for young civil engineer

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

ICE North East has awarded a scholarship to a student from the region. Sam Robinson is a civil engineer technician at Bingham Yates & Partners, in Carlisle, and studies at Newcastle College.

ICE responds to 2012 Budget statement

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 01:00:00 GMT

Commenting on today's Budget statement, Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) Director General Nick Baveystock, said:

Disciplinary Notice: Nicholas Andrew Warde

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 00:30:00 GMT

The Chairman of the ICE Disciplinary Board has decided that Mr Warde, Membership Number 62140722, of Sidmouth in Devon, should be immediately suspended from membership of the Institution.

HKA G&S Committee Election, Session 2012-13

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Hong Kong Association, Graduates and Students Division
Nomination Result

Wales experts discuss flooding mitigation while South East faces droughts

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Experts from across the country have met in Wales (15 March 2012) to discuss how flood risk management policies could help minimise the effect of flooding across the country: contrasting with the drought issues currently facing other parts of the UK.

Awards Ceremony and Annual Dinner Photographs 2012

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Photographs from the 2012 Annual Gala Dinner Dance - Yorkshire & Humber Awards are now online.

Success for East Midlands students on their QUEST

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Two East Midlands students have been awarded a prestigious scholarships from the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) East Midlands region.

ICE responds to Prime Minister's infrastructure announcement

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Commenting on the Prime Minister’s infrastructure speech at the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) HQ today, ICE Director General, Nick Baveystock, said:

Yorkshire & Humber Award Winners 2012 Announced

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The ICE Yorkshire & Humber Awards were announced at the Awards Ceremony and Annual Gala Dinner on Friday 16 March at the Majestic Hotel in Harrogate, presented by ICE President Richard Coackley.

Prime Minister makes major infrastructure announcements at ICE

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

At the start of Budget week, David Cameron chose ICE as the place to make his announcements on future investment in infrastructure, and his speech contained many of the calls made by ICE over the past few years.

Congratulations to South West Competition Winners!

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The ICE South West Graduates and Students Prize Papers Competition and Communications Competition have now taken place and we can now reveal the winners!

Loughborough team communicate success!

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A Loughborough University team are celebrating after winning the East Midlands round of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) Communications Competition.

Graduate Career Workshop for the East of England

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

We are please to announce that, as part of the national series of events in conjunction with the Benevolent Fund and Chiumento Consulting, ICE will be holding a Graduate Careers Workshop in Cambridge on 3 May.

NVQ Route to EngTech TMICE

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A group of Volker Fitzpatrick site engineers met recently with MDO Roger Chantrelle to learn about the NVQ route to TMICE.

Scholarships for Aone Civil Engineers

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) North East has awarded scholarships to two students who work at the same company.

First East of England Chairman’s Apprentice appointed

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The ICE East of England Regional Board has instigated a Chairman’s Apprentice scheme allowing a graduate member to shadow the Chairman gaining valuable CPD experience. The first Apprentice to be appointed is Ashkan Rohani an Assistant Engineer at Pell Frischmann in Bishop’s Stortford.

Picture This – and win £100

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The fifth ICE East of England Photography Competition gets underway. Come on all you budding David Baileys; here is an opportunity to showcase your talent. This is not a competition about photography skills. We are simply looking for images we can use to raise the profile of the profession and help the public understand civil engineering.

North West member in Tony Chapman Medal final

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Jo Hill, Civil Engineer with United Utilities, was one of the top IEng candidates last year. The top 5 Incorporated Member candidates from 2011 Professional Reviews presented their project reports at the Tony Chapman Medal final on 28 February 2012.

Review: Infra-MANC exhibition, CUBE gallery

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On a wave of post-war optimism, Manchester's planners dreamt of visionary infrastructure projects to modernise the city. This exhibition showcases four of the proposed projects' drawings, videos, promotional materials and contemporary newspaper cut-outs. Two of the projects went ahead and two never made it from the draughtsman's drawing board, and have been gathering dust until now.

North West's own gunners take 5-a-side trophy

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

GHA Livigunn A triumphed in the Graduates & Students 5-a-side football trophy on Saturday 10th March. Murphy were the runners-up.

Plaque Unveiled in Swansea

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

ICE Wales Cymru, working with ICE's Panel for Historic Engineering Works, has unveiled a commemorative plaque at the site of the Tawe River Bridges, Swansea as part of its historic plaque programme.

Problems Arising from the Casting of Piles, A14 Motorway, Italy

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

During the construction works of a dam, for an important project on the A14 Motorway in Italy it was found that the ground comprised of: gravel, loose sand and silty clay (at the bottom of the piles, 25m long) and the sand was below the water level.

Water Management Demonstration Sites Using SuDS, Valencia, Spain

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Water management demonstration sites using SuDS are under construction in the Valencia Region of Spain

Harnessing Ireland's Energy

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

ICE President Richard Coackley and his wife Ella arrived in Dublin for a two day visit in January and to spread the word of his Presidential Address "Harnessing Energy." They were delighted to face an energy packed schedule.

Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER), Germany

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The former DDR airport at Berlin Schönefeld is being expanded to the south to become Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER), the new unified airport for the German capital. The historic city airport of Tempelhof has already been closed to traffic and Berlin's third airport, Tegel, is also set to close when operations commence on the 3rd June 2012. The two Berlin airports handled a total of 22.3 million passengers in 2011.

Construction of a Continuous Composite Bridge of Egnatia Odos Motorway, Greece

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

This article is about the T10 Bridge in section 2.4 (Arahthos-Peristeri) located near the village Peristeri in Epirus, as part of the Egnatia Motorway project.

Luxembourg Lecture: 'The Environmental Assessment of Buildings through BREEAM'

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The ICE Luxembourg Association held a meeting on 24th November 2011 at which Jean-Louis Hubermont, principal of the specialist consulting firm Building for the Future, presented the current state of environmental assessment of buildings in Europe with particular reference to the Building Research Establishment's Environmental Assessment Method (BREEAM).

Light weight bridge concept for HSR, Sweden

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Are there any incentives to move towards lighter bridge structures? Is it possible?

Lincs OWF Foundation Installation Passes Midway Point, Denmark

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

By the end of October 2011, Danish contractor MT Højgaard had installed approximately half of the 75 monopile foundations for the Lincs Offshore Wind Farm, which is located off the coast of Lincolnshire in England. The remaining foundations are to be installed between now and the first half of 2012.

ICE supports 1st European Engineers' Day

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The 1st European Engineers' Day was held on 8th December 2011 in Brussels.

Research Project for Offshore Wind Turbines, Cuxhaven, Germany

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Research Project for the Geotechnical Behaviour of Cyclically Loaded Gravity Base Foundations for Offshore Wind Turbines, Cuxhaven, Germany

Structural Analysis and design of Smart City Building O2/O3, Malta

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The building forms part of the Smart City Project in Malta's southern village of Mtarfa and consist of various office and hospitality buildings and are meant to serve as a corporate IT village. The building comprises a 12,000 square metres and is nine storey's in height in total. Retail spaces are to be provided within the bottom floors and office space at every other level.

Construction of a Solar Thermal Plant, Orellana la Vieja, Spain

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Renewable energy has developed very fast in Spain in the last few years thanks to favorable legislation based on economic benefits. Solar thermal technology is found among these clean technologies.

Technical Notes Dwelling on Structural Hand Methods for Deflection, Vibration & Rotation

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Structural Engineer journal in 2011 published 2 technical notes delving into hand calculation methods to analysis the above criteria on simple buildings.

Zlota 44, Warsaw, Poland

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The most recognizable building in downtown Warsaw, the Palace of Culture and Science (Pałac Kultury i Nauki), is due to soon face competition as work is underway on Zlota 44 – the second-tallest, all-residential high rise in Europe, after the Triumph Palace in Moscow.

ICE West Indies Local Association holds first live streamed seminar

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The ICE West Indies Local Association have held their 2nd Seminar for 2012 entitled "Dispute Resolution Strategies in Construction Projects in the West Indies" at the Marriott Courtyard Hotel in Port-of-Spain, Trinidad and Tobago.

Malaysia student structures competition

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Every year since the establishment of Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN) Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), Student Chapter; a structural competition is held as one of the major events of the year.

Guildford graduate wins Thames Valley papers prize

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Judges praise paper for its promotion of alternative engineering on UK Railways

Water Resource Management – ICE gathers evidence

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

North West Technician QUEST Scholarship winners 2012

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Congratulations to Anton Loraine, Daryl Charlton, Shaunna Wheeler and Emma Keaney - winners of the 2011/12 ICE NW Technician QUEST awards.

Prestigious Project Awards 2012 Shortlist announced

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

ICE Wales Cymru 2012 has announced the shortlist for the prestigious Project Awards 2012, that recognise excellence in concept, planning and design, contract management and construction.

£500 million to have a positive effect on our whole society

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) has today, welcomed the announcement of a £500m investment programme in roads across Northern Ireland, advising that it will have a positive effect on our whole society.

Civil engineers reveal top London projects of 2012

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Thames Water Lee Tunnel Project receives Greatest Contribution to London Award

Would you like to know more about the G&S Committee?

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Find out more about the work (and play) of the Graduates' & Students' Committee.

Opportunities for ICE members in Dorchester and Taunton

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

ICE Dorchester and the ICE Taunton G&S Committee are both looking for more member engagement.

ICE recognises the best Technician and Incorporated Members

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

ICE announced the winner of the Jean Venables and Tony Chapman Medals on 28 February 2012 at its headquarters in London.

ICE Certificate Presentation Ceremony

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On Friday 10 February, ICE was pleased to welcome over 400 members and their families to our headquarters in London for the Certificate Presentation Ceremony. Hosted by David Lloyd-Roach, Director of Membership, and Richard Coackley, ICE President, this event represents the culmination of the Professional Review process which sees members achieve chartered status and senior grades of membership.

Member support for engineers abroad

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Late last year we were proud to support an appeal to help raise funds for three excellent charities – RedR, Engineers Without Borders (EWB-UK) and Engineers Against Poverty (EAP).

ICE invests £45k in technician students

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Over £45k has been awarded by ICE to gifted engineering technician students to support them in their studies.

Paddington Station roof wins HBIA

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Winners
A £45 million project to refurbish the roof of Paddington Station has emerged as one of the winners at the 2011 Historic Bridge and Infrastructure Awards.

The restoration of Newport Iron Bridge and the repair of Telpyn Bridge in Denbighshire also won awards, and projects on the Kennet and Avon Canal and the Ricker Gill Bridge in Cumbria were commended. The reconstruction of the Welsh Highland Railway won a special mention.

Nominations open for ICE Institutional Awards

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

ICE is calling for nominations for its annual Institution Awards. The awards are designed to recognise both outstanding civil engineering achievements and contribution to the profession and the Institution.

Big Bang Fair - ICE to engage with students

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Big Bang fair is the largest celebration of science, technology, engineering and maths for young people in the UK.

ICE president reiterates support for engineering prize

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Royal Academy of Engineering today announced the Judging Panel and next steps for the Queen Elizabeth International Engineering prize (launched by David Cameron, Nick Clegg and Ed Milliband in November last year).

North West engineering plaques

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The ICE North West Historical Engineering Group needs your help to update its record of engineering plaques in the region and to nominate structures you think are worthy of recognition.

Nuclear important for future energy security

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A new generation of nuclear power plants are required to bridge a potential energy gap, develop low carbon solutions and ensure security of supply, a leading energy company representative told engineers at an event in Derby.

Engineers publish nuclear best practice guides

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Engineering alliance Engineering the Future (EtF) has published a series of best practice guides for the nuclear new build supply chain and related industries.

ICE Publishing launches new flagship journal series ICE Science

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

ICE Publishing, the publishing division of the Institution of Civil Engineers, has announced the immediate availability of 28 ahead of print articles – including 2012 Themed Issue articles on Bioinspired Materials – from its new flagship journal series: ICE Science.

Plymouth's Girl Geek Dinner is back on 8 March 2012

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Plymouth's Girl Geek Dinner is back on 8 March for International Women's Day.

Vote for the engineer of the new Elizabethan era

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

To mark the Diamond Jubilee, BBC Radio 4 will be profiling 60 public figures who have made the greatest impact during The Queen's reign.

ICE South Australia Inaugural Site Visit

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Site Visit to the Seaford Rail Extension

Infrastructure crucial for capital's future engineers

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

ICE London calls on Mayoral candidates to prioritise sustainable infrastructure investment. Continued investment in London’s energy, transport, waste and water systems will ensure the city remains globally competitive and should be high on the Mayoral election agenda.

2012 Budget must translate infrastructure plan into action

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Civil Engineers has used its 2012 Budget submission to urge the Government to realise the full potential of the National Infrastructure Plan.

New Zealand Newsletter February 2012

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Latest ICE news from New Zealand. Council update from new Asia-Pacific rep. to ICE Council, Tim Warren. New ICE rep. for New Zealand, Sarah Sinclair. Events. Reviews.

Watch HRH Prince of Wales' inspiring sustainability lecture at ICE

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On 2nd February 2012 his Royal Highness the Prince of Wales delivered the ICE and Halcrow Sustainability lecture at One Great George Street, to an audience of industry professionals, senior ICE members, Halcrow staff and representatives from the public sector.

ICE comments on Drought Summit

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Commenting on the drought summit on Monday chair of the Institution of Civil Engineers water panel (ICE) Michael Norton said:

Regional Chairman achieves elite status

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

ICE East Midlands Regional Chairman, Robert Armitage, has been awarded Fellowship of the Institution.

Volunteers needed for this year's GWoS RREC programme

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Can you help? Boost your CPD, promote Civil Engineering and have a fun day out of the office - Volunteer Engineers Required!

Joint infrastructure working will boost the economy: report

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

North East industries and local authorities must work together with Government to deliver the infrastructure the region needs to compete, according to three leading engineering bodies.

ICE South West Annual Dinner bookings now being taken

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Taking place at Marriott Royal Hotel, Bristol

An evening with the President: fun, frolics and maltesers at the ICE

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

This year's ‘Evening with the President’ Event, on 2nd February, started a little belatedly as ICE President Richard Coackley was delayed at a previous engagement with none other than Prince Charles. As excuses for lateness go that’s quite a concrete one (pun semi intentional). The late start did however allow all attendees to take full advantage of the ample refreshments provided with many going back for seconds and, impressively, thirds.

Record entries for 2012 civil engineering awards

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) North East is celebrating a record number of entries received for its prestigious annual awards.

Supporting the East Midlands' prospective Fellows

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Fellow is the highest class of ICE membership and may be awarded to senior members of the profession engaged in a position of responsibility in the promotion, planning, design, construction, maintenance or management of important engineering work.

Disciplinary Notice - Mr Brian Elgar LETTIN

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On 27 January 2012, the Disciplinary Board considered allegations of improper conduct against a Chartered Member, Mr Brian Elgar Lettin, Membership Number 33186804 of Hadley Green, Barnet.

Disciplinary Notice - Mr Benny Sze Lok CHOW

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On 27 January 2012, the Disciplinary Board considered allegations of improper conduct against a Graduate member, Mr Benny Sze Lok Chow, Membership Number 65635535, of Tuen Mun, New Territories, Hong Kong.

ICE London Civil Engineering Awards 2012 shortlist announced

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Winners to be announced 5 March at One Great George Street awards ceremony

Jordan Engineers Association Conference

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

ICE participates in 5th Jordanian International Civil Engineering Conference, Amman.

Brunel Lecture held in Oman

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Brunel Lecture Tour, Beyond Rhetoric - Delivering a low carbon society, delivered by Keith Clarke, visits Oman in January.

Winner of Hays Young Engineer of the Year Award 2012 announced

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Hays has announced the winner of its Young Engineer of the Year Award 2012.

Prince of Wales praises civil engineers

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

“If there is one profession that has awoken to the need for sustainable development, it is civil engineering”.
(HRH the Prince of Wales)

Manchester transport schemes vital to regional economy

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The proposed Northern Hub rail project and Metrolink extensions are vital to North West regeneration, by improving connectivity and boosting the region's economy, Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) President Richard Coackley said today.

Two water schemes commended in NW Civil Engineering Community Award

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Two regional water schemes have been commended in the prestigious North West Civil Engineering Community Award.

New Workington bridge highly commended in NW civil engineering awards

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A footbridge built to reconnect Workington’s communities following the devastating 2009 floods has been highly commended in the prestigious North West Civil Engineering Community Award.

Cockermouth flood scheme scoops NW Civil Engineering Community Award

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A £700k scheme designed to reduce the risk of persistent flooding for a Cockermouth community has won a prestigious North West Institution of Civil Engineers award.

Burscough bridge named NW Civil Engineering Small Project of the Year

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The imaginative £434k reconstruction of Burscough’s Flax Lane Bridge spanning Abbey Brook has secured a prestigious North West Institution of Civil Engineers award for the project.

Media City footbridge NW Civil Engineering Large Project of the Year

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The iconic Media City UK Footbridge has won this year’s prestigious North West Institution of Civil Engineers large project award.

West Midlands hosts new ICE Director General

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Nick Baveystock engaged an audience of West Midlands members at Austin Court, Birmingham on 2nd Feb in his first visit to the region as our new Director General.

Support new civil engineers at 2012 James Rennie Medal Final

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The 2012 James Rennie Medal Award (JRM) final will take place on the evening of 1 March 2012 at ICE headquarters in the Thomas Telford Theatre at One Great George Street, London. All members are invited to attend free of charge.

Travel and study grants for members

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

QUEST invites ICE Graduate or professionally qualified members to apply for one of two awards:

Useful information for members: lessons learned and case studies

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

During a series of regional workshops last summer, learned society staff received frequent requests from members for more case studies and lessons learned from failures.

£233million announcement will create enthusiasm and renewed energy say ICE

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

ICE today added their support, by broadly welcoming the announcement that Belfast City Council will invest a total of £233m on capital projects and the regeneration of the city.

144 years old and still going strong: British built water treatment plant in India

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Eastern regions of ICE and the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) recently organised their first field trip to Asia’s oldest water treatment plant, operated by Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC), which supplies potable water from the River Hooghly.

Join ICE Council and help to make a difference

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Nominations are now open for nine new members to join ICE Council as trustees.

VLA VOICE Newsletter January 2012

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Including details of the Brunel Lecture.

January Newsletter

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The latest issue of the ICE Yorkshire and Humber newsletter is now online.

ICE Member Satisfaction Survey 2012 – now closed

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

ICE’s 2012 Member Satisfaction Survey is now closed and we’d like to thank all members who participated this year.

Loughborough student’s success in Papers Competition

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A Loughborough University student is celebrating after he was named the winner in the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) East Midlands Graduate and Student Papers Competition.

Infrastructural solutions to transportation issues in the West Indies

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The ICE West Indies Local Association (ICEWILA) held its first Seminar for the year on Thursday January 19th, 2012 in Trinidad and Tobago.

ICE Plymouth / CIWEM talk on 'Implementing the Flood and Water Management Act 2010' - Slides Now Available to Download

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The slides from the presentations given at ICE Plymouth's / CIWEM's January talk, 'Implementing the Flood and Water Management Act 2010', can be downloaded below.

If We Always Do What We Always Did... Using World Best Practice to Break the Cycle

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Joe Burns' presentation on the World Road Association, delivered to ICE Exeter City Club on 19 January 2012, can be downloaded below.

NW Management Group announces prize winner

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Robert Byrne, a Liverpool University graduate, has won the North West Management Group's undergraduate prize, with his paper on 'The Role of a Modern Industrial Manager’.

ICE law and contract course in Manchester

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

ICE NW is setting up a training course in Manchester, which will prepare engineers (and other professionals) to sit the ICE Law and Contract exam.

Bridges over the Tamar Leaflet now available

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Engineering leaflet aimed at members and tourists produced by members of the South West Region.

Gearing up for Papers Competition

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Student and graduate engineers from Loughborough and Nottingham are preparing to present at the regional final of a prestigious industry competition.

Essex Branch plays host to a mini presentation evening

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Last night (12th January) saw the Essex Branch host a series of five short presentations from seven speakers. In a break from the more conventional evening meeting and inspired by the PechaKucha approach to sharing knowledge, each speaker was given 6 minutes and 40 seconds along with 20 slides to talk about a particular project or idea.

The Carbon Trust Low Carbon Building Award

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Carbon Trust Scotland, in conjunction with Urban Realm, is now ready to receive entries for the fifth Carbon Trust Low Carbon Building Award, which comprises two categories: new build and refurbishment.

Hays Young Engineer of the Year Awards 2012

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Don’t forget that entries for the Hays Young Engineer of the Year Awards close on 17th January 2012.

Calling enterprising women in science engineering and technology!

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Cambridge University’s Centre for Entrepreneurial Learning (CfEL) is offering EnterpriseWISE - a tailored entrepreneurship course for PhD and early career women researchers working in Science, Engineering and Technology with the express purpose of developing skills, knowledge and confidence.

ICE HK Newsletter 2011 Issue 2 now available for download

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

ICE Breaker 2011 Issue 2 is now available for download. Hard copy has been posted to all Hong Kong members in early January 2012.

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ICE responds to High Speed Rail decision

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Steve Hayter, Chair of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) HS2 Expert Panel, has welcomed the Government's announcement on HS2.

ICE Fellow directs offshore energy subsea link

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

ICE Fellow PJ Rudden has been Project Director of a two-year study seeing three governments working together to secure the future of, and revitalise, offshore renewable energy by 2020.

Managing highways in extreme weather conditions – New online guide launched

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A new online guide aimed to help engineers manage and reduce disruption to the country’s transport network in adverse weather conditions, and provide information and advice to the general public, has been launched by ICE.

GPS treasure hunt in the Alps with ICE & Snow

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

High tech treasure hunt makes ICE & Snow the best yet!

Building Control Survey - your chance to input

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

ICE and IStructE have jointly established Structural Engineers Registration Ltd (SER), which provides registration services for chartered engineers licensed to carry out buildings regulations compliance.

Carol concert raises funds for construction and engineering charities

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

ICE President Richard Coackley joined members, friends, family and the general public in December for the annual North West Christmas Concert at St Ann’s Church in Manchester.

ICE releases report on concerns over Construction (Design and Management Regulations) 2007

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

ICE has released a report, CDM 3 Years On, which examines a number of specific aspects of the Construction (Design and Management Regulations) 2007 (CDM) which have given cause for concern.

ICE SW - 2011 successes and plans for 2012

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

2011 was a very productive year for ICE SW. A summary of our highlights is below.

New MDO: Penny aims to boost ICE membership

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) North East has appointed experienced civil engineer Penny Marshall to help boost and support membership in the region.

West Mids Annual Awards - apply now

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Projects entries are now being sought for ICE West Mids Annual Awards in May. Don't delay - make sure your project gets the recognition it deserves.

EEFIT Tohoku Mission Slides Available

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The slides from the joint IET and ICE event on 5 December are now available online.

Future for Design Build in New York and Beyond event success

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE New York runs successful event on ‘The Future for Design Build in New York and Beyond’

Chair of Graduates & Students Committee Runner-up in NCE Awards

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Chairman of the Hertfordshire & Bedfordshire Graduates & Students Committee Jonathan Han is Runner-up in the New Civil Engineer 2011 Graduate of the Year Awards.

Civil engineering inspires art

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Students from Cardiff Metropolitan University (UWIC) School of Art and Design's Textile Course have been recognised for their work inspired by protective clothing worn by civil engineers and people in the construction industry.

Sierra Leone Institution of Engineers signs Agreement of Cooperation

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The ICE is pleased to announce the recent signing of a three year Agreement of Cooperation between the ICE and the Sierra Leone Institution of Engineers (SLIE).

Alexander Harold Steele 1921 - 2011

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Alexander Harold Steele was born 25 August 1921 and died 19 August, just 6 days short of his 90th birthday.

Communications competition and Graduates and Students Prize Papers competition 2012

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The entry details and forms for the Communications Competition and the G&S Prize Papers Competition 2012 are now available for download.

ICE President visits Northern Ireland

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The President of leading engineering body, Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) said during his visit to the country today that Northern Ireland has a unique opportunity to develop wind and tidal energy sources due to its coastal location.

Liverpool graduate runner-up in NCE Awards

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Jonathan Han, who graduated from the University of Liverpool in 2010, has been named joint Runner-up in New Civil Engineer's Graduate of the Year Awards 2011. Jonathan works for Balfour Beatty Utility Solutions, based in Derby, and was shortlisted from over 90 graduates from five countries including India and Australia. He writes below about entering the Awards.

ICE Wales Cymru meets with First Minister

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A delegation from ICE Wales Cymru has had a very positive meeting with the Wales First Minister, Rt Hon Carwyn Jones AM (5th December 2011).

Autumn 2011 Professional Review Results Announced

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

We would like to congratulate our ICE London members who have just passed their Professional Review:

Jordan Engineers Association signs Agreement of Cooperation

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The ICE is pleased to announce the recent signing of a three year Agreement of Cooperation between the ICE and the Jordan Engineers Association (JEA).

Scotland’s engineers welcome infrastructure investment

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Civil Engineers in Scotland has welcomed the announcement by the Cabinet Secretary for Infrastructure and Capital Investment to invest billions in more than 80 major capital projects and programmes to revitalise Scotland's economy.

ICE SW Civil Engineering Project of the Year Awards 2012

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The ICE SW Civil Engineering Project of the Year Awards 2012 are now open for entries.

Building Bridges with Westminster

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Under Secretary for Wales David Jones MP joined pupils from Radnor Primary School in Cardiff this week as they attempted to take on the ‘Bridge to Schools’ challenge, run by ICE Wales Cymru in conjunction with ConstructionSkills.

Return to education leads to top award for Neil

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) North East has handed one of its top student awards to an engineer who returned to education following redundancy.

Professional Review results Autumn 2011

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Congratulations to the North East’s professionally qualified members in Autumn 2011.

ICE Award recognises "Welsh" Engineer

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A Wales based engineer has been honoured for his outstanding contribution to civil engineering outside the United Kingdom.

Congratulations to Wales members

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE Wales Cymru congratulates newly qualified civil engineers and new Fellows.

“More For Less” message for regeneration in Wales

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Regeneration practitioners in Wales were presented with a challenge to deliver more for less by Huw Lewis AM, the Minister for Housing, Regeneration & Heritage at the annual “Delivering Regeneration Conference” in Cardiff.

Coackley carries on Telford's baton at Shropshire celebration

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE Shropshire Group celebrated the achievements of Shropshire's first County Surveyor, Thomas Telford at an inaugural Thomas Telford lecture given by Keith Madelin OBE, former Midlands Metropolitan County Surveyor and Emeritus Professor at the University of Birmingham.

Leicestershire team triumphs in five-a-side

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A team of engineers from Leicestershire County Council triumphed in the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) East Midlands Graduates & Students five-a-side football tournament.

ICE calls met in autumn statement: National Infrastructure Plan provides clear pipeline

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Chancellor’s autumn statement and the launch of the second National Infrastructure Plan on 29 November has provided a clear framework for infrastructure investment.

QUEST scheme awards £120,000 to civil engineering students

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Almost £120,000 has been awarded to 65 gifted civil engineering students this year through the ICE QUEST Undergraduate Scholarship scheme. Each student will receive up to £2,000 per year for the duration of their studies.

Localism Bill becomes law

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Localism Bill has now become law and this has important implications for infrastructure.

Indonesia update

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Report on ICE activities that have taken place in Indonesia including Presidential visit in January 2011

ICE responds to second National Infrastructure Plan

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE Director General Tom Foulkes has given his response to the 2nd National Infrastruture Plan announced today.

Interview with Katie Goode, ICE NW G&S Chair

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Katie Goode, Chair, ICE NW Graduates and Students, talks about why she went into civil engineering, what she is working on, and her aspirations for G&S.

Queensway tunnel tour

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On the 17th November, ICE Merseyside and the North West Graduates and Students group joined together for a visit to the Queensway Tunnel in Liverpoool led by Gerry and Sue of Merseytravel.

A selection of pictures from the President's Visit

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Richard Coackley's visit to ICE Scotland

ICE West Indies Local Association (ICEWILA) and JBM host joint event

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On Wednesday November 23rd, 2011 the ICE West Indies Local Association (ICEWILA) hosted a joint seminar with the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM) and the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering of the University of the West Indies (UWI) entitled:"Accreditation & Academic Routes to Membership and Structural Dynamics”.

North West Professional Review results

Sun, 27 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Congratulations to the North West’s newly professionally qualified members.

Mind the LEP

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Chairman of the Greater Cambridge & Greater Peterborough Enterprise Partnership, Neville Reyner was the speaker at a combined ICE/CIC East breakfast meeting on Thursday 24 November. He explained how the Partnership will work and progress so far.

Careers and beers - huge success!

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) North East’s Graduates and Students (G&S) committee held an engaging social event entitled ‘careers and beers’ that took place in one of Newcastle’s cool and stylish bars, Opera Piano Bar, in the Gate.

Army Engineers host ICE - perhaps for last time

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The 39 Engineer Regiment at Waterbeach Barracks near Cambridge played host to ICE on 10 November for what could be the last time.

ICE NI enjoy constructive meeting with Minister for Regional Development

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Representatives from the Institution of Civil Engineers Northern Ireland, (ICE NI) today enjoyed a positive meeting with Minister for Regional Development, Danny Kennedy at his office in Parliament Buildings, Stormont.

Engineers map out infrastructure for low carbon world

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Achieving a low carbon world will require radical changes to day to day infrastructure such as transport, energy and water, leading engineers have said in a think-piece report published today.

Engineering the Olympic Park

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

More than eight million people have obtained tickets for next year’s Olympic Games and a prestigious event in Nottingham this month will explore the issues involved in delivering the infrastructure involved in delivering an event on this mammoth scale.

Hays Engineer of the Year Award - Rewarding Top Talent in the South West

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Do you have an engineer in your team that displays outstanding enthusiasm for their role whilst impacting on your organisation’s success? Or do you think this is you?

Design and Technology Association: Schools Campaign Launch

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Design and Technology Association have launched the 'Believe in Design and Technology' Campaign to support the inclusion of D&T in the National Curriculum.

Scotland must get right mix of renewable and traditional energy generation

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Scotland has the potential to remain more than self-sufficient in energy over the next fifty years provided we can get the balance right, according to the country’s leading engineers.

New ICE Scotland Director Appointed

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE Scotland are pleased to announce the appointment of Sara Thiam as Director of ICE Scotland, commencing January 2012.

November Newsletter

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The latest issue of the ICE Yorkshire and Humber newsletter is now online.

North East motoring transformed ahead of schedule with two Tyne Tunnels

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Following a decade of planning, and almost four years of work on site, North East motorists enjoyed their first taste of a fully operational New Tyne Crossing today as the original Tyne Tunnel re-opened to traffic following refurbishment.

ICE President Visits Scotland

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The President of the Institution of Civil Engineers is visiting Scotland next week, touring projects as far afield as Edinburgh and Orkney.

ICE welcomes the Programme for Government 2011 - 2015

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Civil Engineers, Northern Ireland (ICE NI) has today welcomed the publication of the Draft Programme for Government which sets-out the Executive’s priorities until 2015

Scotland's engineers welcome £1 million prize

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Queen Elizabeth Engineering Prize officially launched today.

ICE president applauds new engineering prize

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Commenting on the new International Engineering Prize, launched by PM David Cameron, Nick Clegg MP and Ed Milliband MP – Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) President Richard Coackley said:

Disciplinary Notice - Mr Djemal Redjeb MOUSTAFA

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On 26 October 2011, the Disciplinary Board considered allegations of improper conduct against an Associate Member, Mr Djemal Redjeb Moustafa, Membership Number 48744537, of Enfield, Middlesex.

VLA VOICE Newsletter October 2011

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Including details of VLA Christmas Dinner

ICE puts localism top of regional agenda

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Engineers, local planners and business representatives met with a local MP to discuss the issues and challenges posed by the Localism Bill to infrastructure planning and development.

Consultation for Dunoon Pier - Historic Scotland HGH/B/SA/94

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE Scotland PHEW Response to Consultation

ICE supports Olympic Delivery Authority Learning Legacy

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Civil Engineers has launched a UK-wide lecture programme, special journals and e-learning resources to support Olympic Delivery Authority’s Learning Legacy.

ICE responds to Weightman nuclear review

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE director general Tom Foulkes welcomed the report, saying industry can now move forward with the planned new build programme with renewed confidence.

ICE, RAEng, EAP welcome International Development Select Committee report

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Leading engineering bodies have today welcomed recommendations from MPs that infrastructure is given more prominence in Government’s international development strategy.

ICE political party conference programme is underway

Fri, 30 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Civil Engineers continues its programme of engagement at the Liberal Democrat, Labour and Conservative party conferences with three evening receptions.

ICE responding to new planning policy framework

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE is responding to the Government’s consultation on the draft National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) for England.

The Construction Act has changed

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On 1 October 2011 the Construction Act* (that governs all construction contracts in the UK) will be amended. All construction contracts made on or after 1 October in England and Wales (and 1 November 2011 in Scotland) are required to comply with the amended version of the Act.

Blackpool Sea Defence Project Wins Second ICE Engineering Award

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A pioneering £76m scheme to future proof the North West’s leading holiday resort against flooding has been awarded the prestigious Brunel Medal awarded by the Institution of Civil Engineers.

NW Construction Industry Alliance

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A powerful new alliance is being launched in Liverpool this week, committed to promoting the region’s £9.5bn construction and engineering sector as a major driving force in our economic recovery.

Second National Infrastructure Plan is opportunity not to be missed, says ICE

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The imminent second edition of the National Infrastructure Plan (NIP 2), must map out how to stimulate £200bn private investment in UK transport and energy networks if infrastructure is to deliver as a key strand in the strategy for growth, according to the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE).

Get involved - join the ICE London Regional Committee

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Deadline for nominations: 12 noon on 12 September

Sri Lanka Newsletter

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE Sri Lanka Local Association newsletter

ICE withdraws from ICE Conditions of Contract

Tue, 02 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE has officially withdrawn from the ICE Conditions of Contract (ICE CoC).

Understanding the Bribery Act 2010

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On 1 July 2011 the Bribery Act 2010 came into force. The provisions of the Act will apply to all practising ICE members in the following categories:

All Party Infrastructure Group re-forms with event on Thames Tideway Tunnel

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The All Party Parliamentary Group on Infrastructure (APPGI) met on 5 July to hold its Annual General Meeting and receive a presentation on the Thames Tideway Tunnel.

ICE engages Parliament on localism

Mon, 25 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Engagement with Parliament on the Localism Bill continued in July as amendments put forward by the ICE were tabled and debated in the House of Lords.

Bridges at the Big Bang

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Building bridges on computer was a big draw at the Big Bang Fair in Liverpool on 5th July.

UET Peshawar student chapter poster design competition

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A “Poster Design Competition and Exhibition 2011” based on Civil Engineering themes was held on 14 June 2011 organised by the ICE Student Chapter at University of Engineering & Technology (UET) Peshawar Pakistan.

Sprayed Concrete Lining

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On the 3rd May 2011, Nick Chittenden of BASF delivered a presentation on Sprayed Concrete Lining.

ICE South West AGM on Thursday 14 July from 6pm

Fri, 08 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The AGM is your chance to come along and have your say on how ICE is run in the South West and find out a bit more about what we are doing. It will also feature Peter Radford's incoming address as Chairman.

Bear’s visit raises £2,500 for charity!

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE East Midlands members have raised more than £2,500 in two weeks to support disaster relief and aid charities during the visit of Brunel the Bear to the region!

Civil engineers reveal the best projects in Kent and East Sussex for 2011

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Canterbury Growth Scheme – an £11.5 million project to increase the sewerage network capacity in Canterbury and reduced the risk of flooding and pollution as the city continues to grow – received the top honour at ICE Kent & East Sussex Engineering Excellence Awards.

Ascot school comes third in national engineering competition

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Charters Sports College project beats 200 teams across UK to take third prize in Create Sport Challenge!

ICE Localism Expert Panel engages UK Parliament

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE Localism Expert Panel engages UK Parliament and gets praise from MP

School students win top prize for innovative sports stadium design

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

School students from Cornwall and Belfast have beaten 200 other teams from across the UK to take home the national prize for their innovative proposals for a new local sports stadium.

The Value of Water: National priority, environmental necessity or economic commodity?

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Water Expert Panel at the Institution of Civil Engineers hosted a lecture and debate on the value of water at the University of Warwick on 16 June.

ICE comments on Government's response to IGT report

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE President Peter Hansford has welcomed the Govenrment's response to the final IGT report.

Big Bang

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE Attends The Big Bang

SCE Seminar a Sucess

Tue, 21 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Over 20 Supervising Civil Engineers and Delegated Engineers took part in the third of four SCE seminars scheduled for 2011 on 14 June in Bury St Edmunds.

29 July - 31 August: Save the date for an engineering legend

Tue, 21 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE is to host an exhibition in honour of the 250th anniversary of John Rennie's birth.

Brunel gets on his bike!

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Members of the Insitution of Civil Engineers (ICE) will be using pedal power to support engineering charities as the region pays host to a special visitor: Brunel the Bear!

ICE Exeter Seeks New Committee Members

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Are you local and willing to get involved?

Bridge to Schools Event

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Calling all ambassadors!

British Construction Industry Awards Shortlist announced

Thu, 16 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Entries for the 2011 British Construction Industry (BCI) Awards excelled in quality and resulted in an outstanding shortlist of UK and international building and engineering projects.

ICE South West Annual Dinner and Awards Photos Available Online

Thu, 16 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Award Winners and Link to Photos

Government waste review welcomed by ICE

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) has welcomed the findings of the Government’s Review of Waste Policies, announced by the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs yesterday.

VLA VOICE Newsletter - June 2011

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

June Dinner Meeting
Annual General Meeting
Fred Green Prize Presentations
The views of young professionals

ICE responds to government waste review

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) today welcomed the Government’s waste policy review but called for a move out of the rhetoric and into action.

ICE congratulates Queen's honours recipients

Mon, 13 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) has expressed its congratulations to the eleven members who received awards in this year’s Queens Birthday Honours.

Farewell to Brunel the Bear from the North West

Mon, 13 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brunel the Bear has now completed his travels in the North West on his Big Journey.

North East Transport: National engineering panel hear regional experts

Mon, 13 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A debate on the state of the North East transport network and its affect on the regional economy was witnessed by some of the country’s most influential engineers.

ICE responds to droughts in England

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Environment Agency has today announced a move to drought status for Lincolnshire, Cambridgeshire, parts of Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire and western Norfolk, triggered by river and groundwater levels, and risk to the environment and to farmers.

East of England Graduate makes National Graduate and Student Papers Final

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Oliver Neve, who won the regional heat back in March, has been invited to present his paper at The 2011 Graduate and Student Paper Competition (GSPC) final.

Brunel Bear rides in to the West Midlands!

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brunel the Bear was collected from the North West by West Midlands Graduates and Students Committee and EFOD members during a sponsored cycle ride between Wolverhampton and Stoke. He is now touring the region and you may meet him soon at a location near you!

Congratulations…

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE Wales Cymru congratulates new Fellows and Members.

Plaque unveiled in Pembroke to honour Industrial Revolution engineer John Rennie

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A plaque to commemorate Industrial Revolution engineer John Rennie has been unveiled (7 June 2011) at Pembroke Dock, marking the 250th anniversary of his birth.

Arup team win national Communication Competition

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Arup team of Northern Ireland graduate engineers have scooped the national Communication Competition following a final in Birmingham last week involving high quality presentations from a range of UK regional teams.

John Rennie plaque unveiled at Rudyard Lake

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A plaque to commemorate the 250th birthday of John Rennie was unveiled on 7th June by Damian McGettrick, ICE West Midlands Chairman, at Rudyard Lake. Rennie, a leading civil engineer of his generation, designed the Rudyard Dam and reservoir to supply water to the Leek branch of the Trent & Mersey Canal.

Localism Bill must protect local infrastucture funding

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) has warned that revisions to the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) in the Localism Bill could jeopardise the delivery of important sub-national infrastructure such as transport and waste systems.

Institution of Civil Engineers names new Director General

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Leading engineering body the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), has confirmed the appointment of Nick Baveystock as ICE’s next Director General and Secretary, following the retirement of Tom Foulkes at the end of 2011.

HE Courses in the Built Environment - Taster Days

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

HE Courses in the Built Environment are holding 2 Early morning taster events aimed at employers and Students to introduce interested applicants to the structure and nature of the programmes on offer

Graduates & Students Committee is visited by the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers Young Members Committee Delegation 2011

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Earlier this year, the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers Young Members Committee (HKIE YMC) chose London for their 2011 Delegation Visit.

Green Investment Bank answers ICE calls for infrastructure bank

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The creation of a national infrastructure investment bank or similar funding mechanism has been at the centre of ICE’s campaigning for the past three years, so the Institution saw Government’s announcement this week on the creation of a Green Investment Bank (GIB) as a significant and welcome move.

ICE launches "The Civil Engineers: The Story of the Institution of Civil Engineers and the People who Made It"

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE are delighted to announce the publication of the first ever full-colour illustrated history of the great minds and ideas that shaped the world and created the Institution of Civil Engineers.

Smeaton wins the members' vote for new engineering prize name

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE President Peter Hansford has written to Science Minister David Willets to suggest that the new government-backed engineering award announced in the March Budget be named ‘The Smeaton Prize’.

View the latest events online

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Two new recordings of ICE events are now available online.

Environment Agency Team Competes in National Communications Competition Final

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

South West team Awarded 3rd Place Nationally

Penair School Selected for Create Sport National Final

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

School from Truro Makes Final in London

The 2011 Graduate and Student Paper Competition final

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The ICE 2011 Graduate and Student Paper Competition (GSPC) final is being held at the University of Glamorgan in Pontypridd on 21 June 2011 and all members are invited to attend.

ICE QUEST Eloise Plunkett Award presentation

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Emma Williams was recently awarded the 5th annual ICE QUEST Eloise Plunkett Award for newly qualified female civil engineers.

Join the ICE NE sustainability panel

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Civil engineers are instrumental in managing the threats to today’s society posed by unsustainable development and man made climate change.

Matt Taylor wins inaugural Jean Venables Medal

Tue, 31 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Matt Taylor EngTech TMICE from Atkins’ Stockton office is the inaugural winner of ICE’s Jean Venables Medal.

Duston to Create Sport in national final!

Tue, 31 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Pupils and teachers at The Duston School, Northampton have good reason to celebrate after learning they are through to the national finals of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) Create Sport Challenge!

Meet the President!

Fri, 27 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE President Peter Hansford will visit the Thames Valley on Friday 17 June to meet members at two special events – one testing intellect and the other muscle power!

ICE East of England welcomes four new Fellows

Wed, 25 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Congratulations to ICE East of England members David Rolin, Paul Sheffield, David Liming and Campbell Middleton who, at last week’s Fellowship Panel meeting, were all approved for transfer to the grade of Fellow of the Institution of Civil Engineers

Merit Award Judges Tour the Region

Wed, 25 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The judges for this year’s Merit Awards have just completed a whistle stop tour of the Region to judge this year’s Merit Award entries.

Engineers: Green Bank needs leader 'with credibility and authority'

Wed, 25 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Commenting on the appointment of Sir Adrian Montague as chair of the Green Investment Bank Advisory Group (announced by Vince Cable today) - Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) President, Peter Hansford, said:

ICE response to Green Investment Bank announcement

Tue, 24 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE's Director General, Tom Foulkes, has provided comment on the Government's plans for the Green Investment Bank

Film-making challenge inspires London's future engineers

Tue, 24 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Students from across London showcased the results of their participation in a pioneering learning project yesterday, which brings engineering and construction to life using animation and film. ‘Transitions’ is a series of workshops which have been developed by the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), BBC 21CC (21st Century Classroom) the London Transport Museum and Crossrail.

ICE NI welcomes Green Investment Bank announcement

Tue, 24 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The emergence of Northern Ireland as a centre of development in the renewable technology field must be furthered by securing investment from the newly established Green Investment Bank.

Tram driving and library tour for President on West Midlands visit

Tue, 24 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE President, Peter Hansford's visit to the West Midlands on 19 May involved a full itinerary which started off with a visit to Centro where the President heard about the plans for the extension of the Midland Metro in the city centre.

Call for Enthusiastic Young Engineers to Join ICE Wales Cymru G&S Committee

Tue, 24 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Call for New G&S Committee Members

SH18 Hobsonville Deviation and SH16 Brigham Creek Extension

Tue, 24 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A design and construct case study

The 'Big Journey' Comes to Wales

Mon, 23 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A group of passionate civil engineers have travelled across Wales using nothing but sustainable forms of transport to raise money for engineering charities around the world. And they have brought with them their mascot, Brunel the Bear.

Selly Oak New Road project scoops top ICE West Midlands Award

Mon, 23 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE West Midlands' Awards Dinner on 19 May saw seven civil engineering projects being awarded top prizes. The overall prize was given to Selly Oak New Road Phase 2 design which also won the Innovation Award.

North West Professional Review results Spring 2011

Mon, 23 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Congratulations to the North West's newly professionally qualified members.

The Big Bear Journey comes to the North West from Wales

Sun, 22 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A group of passionate civil engineers will be making their way across the North West of England over the coming week using nothing but sustainable forms of transport to raise money for engineering charities around the world. And they will be taking with them their mascot, Brunel the Bear.

The McNulty report: Engineers' response

Fri, 20 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE's Director General, Tom Foulkes, has welcomed the release of the McNulty report, and provided comment on behalf of ICE.

ICE responds to OfGem review

Fri, 20 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Responding to the initial conclusions of the OfGem review, Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) director general Tom Foulkes said:

ICE quarterly media coverage report - Q1 2011 (January - March 2011)

Thu, 19 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The media coverage report for quarter 1 2011 is now available to download.

Knutsford team wins NW Create Sport final

Thu, 19 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Knutsford High School’s Team 1’s Jeta Stadium won the North West Create Sport final on 19 April.

Historical engineering site visit to Wet Earth Colliery and the Bridgewater Canal

Wed, 18 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On Sunday 15 May 2011 the Institution of Civil Engineers North West Historical Engineering Group toured both the Wet Earth Colliery at Clifton, and the Bridgewater Canal at Worsley.

Gosforth Central Middle School through to Create Sport National Final

Wed, 18 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A North East school has won its way to the national finals of an Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) competition to design a community sports venue, taking into account all the engineering challenges this presents.

Celebrating the cast iron civil engineering heritage in Wales

Wed, 18 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The contribution of cast iron to civil engineering in Wales and to the rest of the World is being celebrated by ICE Wales Cymru with a conference, information panel and exhibition.

Engineers welcome interim report of the UK review of nuclear safety

Wed, 18 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The UK engineering community, represented by the Engineering the Future alliance, has welcomed today’s interim report of the UK review of nuclear safety being conducted by Dr Michael Weightman FREng, HM Chief Inspector of Nuclear Installations.

Engineers: Local flood funding must protect infrastucture

Wed, 18 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The proposed new approach to funding local flood schemes whereby grants are largely allocated according to the number of households protected must be extended to ensure critical infrastructure assets are not left vulnerable, a report published by the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) today has said.

ICE responds to Government's commitment to emissions targets

Wed, 18 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Responding to Government’s commitment today to reducing carbon emissions by 50% on 1990 levels by 2025, Director General of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) Tom Foulkes said:

Duston triumphs in Create Sport Challenge

Wed, 18 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Pupils from The Duston School, Northampton, are celebrating after being crowned the winners in the final of the ICE Create Sport Challenge, East Midlands region.

School Children become Engineers for the Day!

Tue, 17 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

School children from south Wales have been encouraged to think about engineering during a visit to Wales by ICE President Peter Hansford.

Welsh Engineers Working to Influence Government at Westminster and in Cardiff Bay

Tue, 17 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Representatives from Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) Wales Cymru and Civil Engineering Contractors Association (CECA) Wales have taken the case for investing in Wales’ infrastructure to Westminster.

Graduate and student papers competition North West winner

Mon, 16 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The North West Final of the Graduate and Student Papers Competition was held on 20 April 2011.

Pupils create a sporting vision for the future

Mon, 16 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Creative youngsters from five schools across the North West will this week battle it out for the honour of representing the region in the national final of a prestigious civil engineering design competition.

Calling all prospective President's Appentices

Mon, 16 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The 2011 President's Apprentice scheme is open for applicants, with a deadline date of Wednesday 29 June 2011. The scheme provides a fantastic opportunity for graduate members to gain direct experience of the Presidential role and a better understanding of the workings of the Institution.

STEMNET Ambassadors Needed

Mon, 16 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A Message from STEMNET

Academic Assessments now online!

Fri, 13 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

In March 2011 we introduced a new online academic assessment application process for those individuals who hold non-accredited qualification(s) and wish to have them formally assessed by ICE.

The results of the Member Satisfaction Survey are on the way

Fri, 13 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The results of the Member Satisfaction Survey are in the final stages and will be announced shortly.

President's Apprentices Sought for 2011/12

Fri, 13 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The President's Apprentice initiative started in 2005, when Gordon Masterton showed real commitment to graduates during his year in office by starting the scheme. Incoming President Richard Coackley is to continue the scheme.

A14 Vote a Close Call

Fri, 13 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Annual ICE East of England Debate was held at the George Hotel, Huntingdon and the motion was: “Scrapping the A14 Improvements – is the East of England being short changed? and the vote was closer than expected.

Call for Civil Engineering Companies to Support The Engineering Education Scheme

Fri, 13 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Engineering Development Trust Keen to Work with Civil Engineering Companies

Create Sport Challenge - Haringey students crowned London champions

Thu, 12 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Teams from Orpington and Ilford take second and third place.

National engineering competition kicks off at the University of East London

The Coalition government 1 year on - Infrastructure update

Thu, 12 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE's Director General, Tom Foulkes, has provided an assessment of the Coalition government's infrastructure policy after a year in power.

ICE Benevolent Fund Needs You!

Wed, 11 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Benevolent Fund of the ICE (BFICE) is in urgent need of volunteers to help provide its vital services.

Brunel the Bear's South West Adventures

Wed, 11 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Walking, Sailing, Cycling, Climbing - Brunel the Bear's done it all in the South West!

ICE NW aims to keep high speed rail on track

Tue, 10 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Over 30 ICE members attended a workshop to ensure the region’s views on the government’s proposed High Speed Rail project are heard.

Learned Society update

Tue, 10 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

In 2008, ex-Vice President Scott Steedman wrote a briefing paper on how the Institution of Civil Engineers had restructured its learned society activities.

Help available on your QUEST for a Civil Engineering qualification!

Tue, 10 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Help is at hand for students hoping to qualify as civil engineers as this year’s QUEST Undergraduate scholarship opens for applications.

Committee Elections

Tue, 10 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Nominations for elected members of the ICE Yorkshire and Humber Committee closed on 9th May.

Ascot students crowned regional champions of Create Sport Challenge

Mon, 09 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The nearly completed American Express Community Stadium in Brighton was host to forty budding young engineers on 5 May for the South East England regional final of the Create Sport Challenge – a national schools competition that has seen teams of 12 to 13 year old students from across the UK plan, design and construct a model for a new sports venue in their region.

Local School Wins National Schools Engineering Competition

Mon, 09 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A team of six Year 9 girls from Dame Alice Harpur School, Bedford, have won the Go4Set - Go for Science, Engineering and Technology - competition.

Welsh Engineering Schemes Honoured

Mon, 09 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Engineering schemes across Wales have been recognised by the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) Wales Cymru at its annual Dinner and Awards at the Cardiff Marriott on Friday 6 May.

First ICE East Midlands "Webinar" hailed as success

Mon, 09 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

In the first event of its kind to be held in the region, more than 30 ICE members joined a virtual community in the ICE East Midlands “Webinar” (or Web-based Seminar) on ‘Contracts and Frameworks: Do they deliver?’

ICE QUEST Undergraduate Scholarship 2011

Mon, 09 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Applications Now Welcome Until 1 July 2011

Past President Jean Venables Visits South West

Mon, 09 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Jean Venables to Chair Two Events

Create Sport Regional Winner Announced

Mon, 09 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Penair School In Truro is our Triumphant Team!

ICE facilitates high level workshop on Localism

Fri, 06 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE has organised for the Rt Hon Greg Clark MP, Minister of State, Department for Communities and Local Government to speak to a group of senior representatives from the civil engineering, business and the financial sectors next week to discuss the implications of the Government’s localism agenda on infrastructure planning and delivery.

Get involved with Brunel the Bear's journey round the North West

Wed, 04 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brunel the Bear's Great Journey will reach the North West on 22nd May! Find out how you can get involved.....

Assumptions must be reassessed

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Christchurch quake was a huge surprise

William lookalike raises profile of civil engineering

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The person who plays Prince William in the T Mobile spoof royal wedding video is a civil engineer and has been helping to raise the profile of civil engineers in numerous interviews across the world!

Do what it says on the tin!

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Hints and tips for professional review candidates

South West Team in Communications Competition Semi-Final

Tue, 26 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Environment Agency Team reaches Final

Offshore Cyprus Hydrocarbon Exploration Activities

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On Wednesday 16 February 2011 over 50 people attended a lecture in Nicosia on the offshore exploration of hydrocarbon, by Solon Kasinis, Director of the Energy Service of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. Below is a summary of his lecture.

ICE & SNOW Competition 2011

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Competition title: What is civil engineering?
Closing date: 6 June 2011

Special events - Football, Dragon boats and Debates

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

We have some really special events lined up for you to get involved in, including the five-a-side competition, a dragon boat race and a debate on the future of civil engineering in the light of the high university tuition fees.

Count down to Brunel the Bear in the South West

Wed, 20 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brunel the Bear events begin this Sunday 24 April 2011 with a charity walk in Dorset.

‘The big (bear) journey’ comes to Reading

Wed, 20 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A group of passionate civil engineers will be making their away across Reading today using nothing but sustainable forms of transport to raise money for engineering charities around the world. And they will be taking with them their mascot, Brunel the Bear.

ICE Scotland Launches Call for Infrastructure Action

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brand new flyer sent to all prospective Parliamentary candidates

BCI Awards entry deadline extended

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Due to popular demand, the British Construction Industry Awards entry deadline has noe been extended to Friday, 22 April.

180411 Maritime Design and Construction

Mon, 18 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Maritime Design and Construction seminar held at Southgate Hotel, Exeter on Thursday 14 April 2011.

ICE SW to hold 'Construction in the Green Economy' at Eden Project

Mon, 18 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Programme for this important event is now available.

This conference will explore what “Sustainable Construction” means for the promoters, designers and constructors of engineering infrastructure, and how it can be measured and recognised.

Regional Sucesses through Technical Report Route

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Katherine Moore of Royal Haskoning and Paul Cosford of Hannah Reed are both celebrating achieving Chartered Engineer through the Technical Report Route (TRR).

Landmark sculpture and quay transformation praised with awards

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE North East has announced its winners for this year’s prestigious Robert Stephenson Awards.

The landmark Temenos sculpture, in Middlesbrough, and the transformation works at North Shields Western Fish Quay refurbishment, are the winners of the 2011 awards.

G&S Papers competition winner: Martin McGready

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The annual Graduates and Students papers competition is held to promote and reward excellence in the communication of civil engineering issues and ideas.

ICE President builds bridges to careers at Hartlepool school

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The President of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) has spent time helping North East youngsters learn about bridge building and careers in construction.

Leading civil engineer helps to celebrate North East landmark

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE President Peter Hansford visited one of the North East’s most recognised landmarks, the Transporter Bridge, during his visit to the region.

Leading civil engineer visits Tyne crossing work

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE Peter Hansford took time out of his two-day visit to the North East to tour the New Tyne Crossing and learn about the refurbishment of the original Tyne Tunnel.

Entries invited for 2011 'Picture This' Civil Engineering Photography Competition

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Come on all you budding David Baileys here is an opportunity to showcase your talent.

ICE Publishing launches new flagship journal collection: ICE Science

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE's publishing division, ICE Publishing, has announced the launch of a major new flagship journal series: ICE Science.

ICE responds to Business Infrastructure Commission report

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) Director General, Tom Foulkes, has welcomed the release of the Business Infrastructure Commission Report.

ICE Scotland Graduates & Students Papers Competition

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Branch Winners from AACE, DAB, EAB and GWoS competed for the Regional title.

Road satisfaction continues to go downhill

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The public’s satisfaction with the state of our roads and highways has plummeted to its lowest level according to the latest public service satisfaction survey, released today by the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE).

Road satisfaction continues to go downhill

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE West Midlands Welcomes New Assistant Regional Director

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE West Midlands welcomes Hardip Kartar as the new Assistant Regional Director based at our Birmingham Science Park Aston offices.

McNulty Rail Value for Money Study unveiled to West Midlands Leaders

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

An audience of invited guests at an ICE West Midlands event on 11th April, heard Sir Roy McNulty outline the proposals of his wide-ranging Rail Value for Money Study, which is due to be published shortly.

Create Sport Submission Deadline Arrives

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Entries to come in today!

Disciplinary board notice - Mr Elliot Morley

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Following Elliot Morley’s ‘guilty’ plea to the two charges of false accounting the Chairman of the ICE Disciplinary Board has decided that Mr Morley, who is an Honorary Fellow of the Institution, should be immediately suspended from membership of the Institution.

Careers and Beers

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE North East’s Graduates and Students committee held a special social event at a Durham hotel recently to help promote career paths in the sector.

Making the most of ICE events

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

You never know when you’re going to be in the right place at the right time…but making the most of the variety of events hosted by ICE certainly helps.

Graduates and Students grill Peter Hansford

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

As part of his Presidential visit to the South West in February, Peter Hansford attended a Graduates and Students event put together by the Plymouth G&S committee.

QUEST Scholarships

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Queen’s Jubilee Scholarship Trust (QUEST) was set up in 1977 to support and encourage education in civil engineering.

GSNet annual conference 2011 a big success

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Graduates and students from across the world came together this week for the Graduate and Student Network (GSNet) conference in Cardiff, Wales.

Whitworth Scholarship

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Whitworth Scholarships Awards are available to students and graduates who have completed an engineering apprenticeship, who are currently studying for an undergraduate degree or wishing to undertake (or are currently pursuing) postgraduate studies in an engineering discipline.

Library news: Tsunamis: detection, monitoring and early-warning technology

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Library receives over 100 new titles a month.

Regional Director attends local NISP ‘Quick Wins’ workshop

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Glen Owen, ICE East of England’s Regional Director, joined 30 other delegates at last Thursday’s (31st March 2011) National Industrial Symbiosis Programme (NISP) workshop in Harpenden, Hertfordshire.

Acting Regional Director appointed for ICE Scotland

Tue, 05 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Jacki Bell returns to ICE Scotland.

GSNet Conference Report

Tue, 05 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The ICE GSNet (Graduate and Student Network) Conference was held over the weekend of 1st - 2nd April in Cardiff. Stuart Ross attended on behalf of ICE Scotland, representing the interests and views of Graduates & Students across the Region while Michael Stewart, chair of the DAB G&S Committee, represented the Education and Careers Panel.

Managing the region’s flood risk

Tue, 05 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

More than 80 industry professionals came together to discuss the issue of flooding and the possible impact for developing housing and business premises in the East Midlands.

Rapid Response Engineering Challenge - Call for graduate engineers

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Rapid Response Engineering Challenge is an exciting and informative one day event which promotes a positive image of civil engineering to high school students.

ICE Budget assessment and review

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Comprehensive Spending Review last year recognised infrastructure investment and delivery as one of the top four priorities for the economy.

Outstanding year for the James Rennie Medal Award

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The 2011 James Rennie Medal Award final was held last week and was a hugely successful evening.

Infrastructure cost review plan - ICE announces industry champions

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Implementation Plan for the Infrastructure Cost Review was published this week by Treasury body Infrastructure UK (IUK).

Success for students on their QUEST!

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Two Derby engineering students have been awarded a prestigious scholarship for their studies from ICE East Midlands.

Events Broadcast Project - Your Feedback and Comments Welcome

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Another way to update your knowledge and maintain your CPD

Nostalgic Nottingham return for President

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE President Peter Hansford saw some of the work involved in developing low-energy homes when he visited his alma mater this week.

Disciplinary board notice - Mr Reza Amirabgir

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On 11 March 2011, the Disciplinary Board considered allegations of improper conduct against a Graduate member, Mr Reza Amiragbir, Membership Number 63272518, of Hove.

Disciplinary board notice - Mr Anthony Sheehy

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On 11 March 2011, the Disciplinary Board considered allegations of improper conduct against a Graduate member, Mr Anthony Sheehy, Membership Number 60865366, of South London.

Minister pledges support to region’s transport

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Speaking at a conference about the challenges the East Midlands, Norman Baker, Under-Secreatry of State for Transport, reiterated the Government’s commitment to sustainable transport by creating growth and cutting carbon.

Dorchester City Club Needs You

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Members Needed for City Club Committee

Brunel the Bear

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

An Update from the Regional Coordinators

Engineering the Future - Global Water Security

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Presentation Available for Download Following ICE Exeter's March Event

Bill's Bridge of the Month

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Link available to sign up!

Awards Ceremony and Annual Dinner Photographs

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Thank you to everyone who made the 2011 Awards Ceremony and Annual Dinner such a success.

ICE responds to Budget 2011

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Commenting on the 2011 Budget, ICE Director General Tom Foulkes said it was encouraging to see the Budget and accompanying Strategy for Growth show that progress is being made with some key policies that could pave the way for infrastructure to be the economic driver it promises – however he urged Government to now firm up accountability and build confidence that commitments will be delivered on.

Trans-Tasman VOICE March 2011

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Read the latest newsletter from the Trans-Tasman Region.

Engineers for Overseas Development NW launch

Mon, 21 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

We are up and running! On 10 February, students, graduates and qualified engineers gathered at the CUBE in Manchester for the official launch of the North West branch of Engineers for Overseas Development (EfOD).

Technician QUEST scholarship winners

Mon, 21 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Congratulations to HiIary Hargreaves and Sharlene Moffat, winners of the first ever ICE NW Technician QUEST awards.

Cheshire Branch events programme packs them in

Mon, 21 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Cheshire branch is hitting the mark among ICE members and guests alike with its current programme of powerful professional presentations.

ICE welcomes London Green Fund progress

Mon, 21 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Mayor of London, Boris Johnson, today declared 'open for business' an innovative fund totalling at least £70 million which will finance low carbon waste and recycling infrastructure.

Yorkshire & Humber Award Winners Announced

Mon, 21 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The ICE Yorkshire & Humber Awards were announced at the ceremony and Annual Gala Dinner on Friday 18 March at the National Railway Museum in York.

Have You Heard About On-Line CPD?

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A pilot project has been launched to augment the services of the ICE to members

2011 science and engineering fair takes off with a bang

Thu, 17 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE President Peter Hansford has praised the support and enthusiasm for this year’s Big Bang Fair – the UK’s biggest single celebration of science and engineering aimed to inspire more young people to take up ‘STEM’ subjects.

Major North East projects vie for prestigious ICE awards

Thu, 17 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) North East has announced the nominated projects from across the region for its annual Robert Stephenson Awards.

New MDO for ICE North East

Thu, 17 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) North East has appointed experienced civil engineer Melinda Lutton as its new Membership Development Officer.

Exeter Hosts The Big Bang

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Calling Ambassadors!

ICE SW to hold Nuclear Energy Developments Seminar

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Nuclear Energy Developments Seminar to be held at The Marriott City Centre Hotel, Bristol on Monday 28 March 2011.

An evening with the President 2011

Mon, 14 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE President, Peter Hansford, spent the evening of 4th February with 30 Graduate and Student members of the ICE constructing towers out of wooden blocks.

ICE urges government to take longer term view on green bank

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE's Director General, Tom Foulkes, has urged the Government to adopt a long term view in its approach to the Green Investment Bank.

Local Engineering Students Win ICE QUEST Scholarships

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Two local engineering students from Hertford and Lowestoft, have been awarded a scholarships for their studies from ICE.

Essex Branch hold Successful Debate at Colchester Grammar School

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The motion was 'Civil Engineers are in direct conflict with initiatives to create a more sustainable planet' and guest speakers made interesting and valid points for both sides.

VLA VOICE Newsletters 3 & 7 March 2011

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Latest News and Events from the Victorian Local Association

Graduates and Students Prize Papers Competition - South West Winner Revealed!

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

James Cox Wins South West Regional Round

Graduate and Student Papers Competition winner chosen

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A young civil engineer, Oliver Neve, from Ramboll’s Cambridge office has won the ICE East of England Graduate and Student Papers Competition. He will now represent the region in the South of England semi-final battling for a place in the final.

Careers and beers on the menu at ICE event

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) North East’s Graduates and Students Committee held a special social event at a Durham hotel to help promote career paths in the sector.

ICE London Awards: Civil engineers reveal top London projects of 2011

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

East London Line extension receives Greatest Contribution to London Award

Engineers: Budget must translate plans into action for infrastructure to deliver in growth strategy

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution for Civil Engineers (ICE), has urged the Government to ensure that the forthcoming Budget is used to drive forward the implementation of its plans to secure targeted investment in essential infrastructure.

Benevolent Fund Seeks Support

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Last night John Mouatt, regional champion for the Benevolent Fund of the Institution of Civil Engineers (BFICE) met with the regional board to explain just what services BFICE offers to ICE members and how those members can help the fund and their fellow engineers by choosing to donate.

New mentoring scheme piloted by ICE London Graduates & Students

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

At the end of 2010, the ICE Graduates & Students (G&S) network organised the pilot event for a mentoring scheme for students in further education. The scheme was set up by University Links with Eloise Allsop, mentoring officer for the G&S Committee and Michael Gunn, membership development officer for ICE London.

Stephenson inspires half-term fun and learning

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) North East has been helping half-term visitors to a Northumberland museum to have fun and learn about the region’s railway heritage.

ICE North West 5-a-side tournament

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On Saturday 19th February, 16 teams of civil engineers from around the region descended on the Powerleague Soccerdome in Trafford Park to battle it out for the title of ICE North West 5-a-side football champions

Engineers; HSR consultation "important step in progressing an ambitious project"

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Commenting on the launch of the HSR consultation, Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) Director General, Tom Foulkes, said:

ICE South West Communications Competition

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Environment Agency Victorious in Regional Round

ICE President Peter Hansford Visits the South West

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A Day's Trip from Plymouth to Poole...

Tyneside students gain scholarship support

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) North East has awarded scholarships to two students from the region.

Tom Foulkes joins West Mids Great Debate

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Tom Foulkes represented ICE West Midlands on the Panel at the annual Great Debate at Arup Campus on 25th January.

West Midlands civil engineers hear about opportunities for clean-coal technology

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Civil engineers from around the West Midlands have heard how the region can lead the way in developing technology needed to ‘capture’ carbon dioxide and reduce international greenhouse gas emissions.

The New Engineering Contract: A viable alternative in Australia?

Mon, 21 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE Queensland Event, 18 February 2011

"Painting a new London" The transformation of a city in the build-up to the 2012 Olympic Games

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) has funded a number of paintings by artist Jonathan Meuli, which uniquely capture the huge scale and ambition of the major construction underway in the run-up to the London 2012 Olympic Games.

ICE East of England Launch the 2011 Merit Awards

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Is there a project that delighted your client and inspires pride in your organisation? Don't hide your light under a bushel, enter your project for an ICE East of England Merit Award!

Training grants for Sustainable Community and Built Environment (SCC) businesses in the East of England

Fri, 11 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Beyond 2010 programme enables businesses to harness their full potential by reimbursing up to 70% of the training cost of eligible courses. This funding is only available during 2011.

ICE South West Creates Sport

Fri, 11 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Regional Final of Create Sport to be held on 5 May at At-Bristol

Latest ICE quarterly media coverage report now available

Thu, 10 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The latest ICE quarterly media coverage report sums up key media coverage of ICE activities from October to December 2010.

Pick Everard Team are Great Communicators

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A team of young civil engineers from Pick Everard’s Bury St Edmunds office has won the ICE East of England Communications Competition. They received £250 and will represent the region in the South of England semi-final battling for a place in the final.

Photos of North West Civil Engineering Awards Dinner and President's visit

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Photos from ICE President Peter Hansford's visit to the North West and the North West Civil Engineering Awards Dinner are now available.

Thomas Telford Training Quick Survey

Tue, 08 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Inverness as a possible venue.

Engineering alliance calls for urgent adaptation of infrastructure in face of climate change

Tue, 08 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Engineering the Future alliance, a group of engineering bodies including ICE, the Royal Academy and a range of other institutions, has launched an in-depth report looking at the need to adapt our infrastructure to deal with the impact of climate change in the future.

Contractual Awareness Training Course

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE Graduate and Student Committee (East Anglia) present Contractual Awareness Training Course.

North West Civil Engineering Awards Winners

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The North West Civil Engineering Awards were announced in Chester on Friday 4 February.

Blackpool sea defence project wins top engineering award

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A pioneering £76m scheme to future proof the North West’s leading holiday resort against flooding has landed the region’s top engineering award.

Enthusiastic members needed to join ICE Council

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Nominations are now opening for 12 new members to join ICE Council as trustees.

Mersey gateway crossing vital for regional economy, say engineers

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Civil Engineers North West says the planned Mersey Gateway river crossing at Halton is vital to ensure the North West remains economically competitive well into the future.

Engineers back Manchester vision for waste as energy resource

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Civil Engineers North West has hailed the ambitious Greater Manchester waste initiative as a major step toward a sustainable low carbon future for our region.

Trans-Tasman VOICE December 2010

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Click here to read the latest newsletter from the Trans-Tasman Region.

ICE Benevolent Fund - Volunteer Visitors Urgently Needed

Mon, 31 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Civil Engineers Benevolent Fund is desperately seeking volunteers in the region to visit applicants and beneficiaries

Roads and highways top public wish list for investment

Thu, 27 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Roads and highways have again topped the list of areas that need investment with over half the UK (55 percent) rating it as their first or second priority, according the latest public service satisfaction survey, published today by the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE).

Construction, Corruption and CoST lecture, Luxembourg

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Alistair Wray gave an interesting talk in Luxembourg on the Construction Sector Transparency (CoST) initiative.

Young Civil Engineer Final Thesis Award, Hungary

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Zsófia Varga wins ICE Hungary's first Young Civil Engineer Final Thesis Award.

ICE London Civil Engineering Awards 2011 shortlist announced

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Winners to be revealed on 4 March at One Great George Street awards ceremony

ICE response to local transport White Paper

Wed, 19 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE Director General, Tom Foulkes, has welcomed principles contained within the Local Transport White Paper but called for greater funding commitments.

ICE produces Localism Bill briefing

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The ICE Localism and Planning Lifed Panel has produced its briefing on the Localism Bill in the House of Commons. The Bill will receive its Second Reading on 17 January before going to Committee.

How ICE South West Supported Members in 2010

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A whole host of conferences, seminars and learned society evening meetings to support you!

Unlocking the real value of our waste

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Engineering report calls for 'Waste Evolution'

ICE calls for 'waste revolution' in latest State of the Nation report

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Pressure on local authorities to recycle more to avoid exceeding their landfill allowance is creating the risk of a ‘quantity not quality’ approach to processing waste, which could see recycled material such as paper, glass and plastics in no state to be reused commercially, and ending up back in landfill according to ICE.

ICE to review governance

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

As part of a regular process of reviewing ICE procedures, a working group led by Vice President Bill Hewlett is to review aspects of ICE governance.

Member Satisfaction Survey launches on 27 January

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE’s 2011 Member Satisfaction Survey will launch on 27 January and will be hosted online for the second year.

Children challenged to design local sports venue

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

School children in the North East are being invited compete to design a community sports venue, taking into account all the engineering challenges this presents, the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) North East announced today.

Obituary: William Griffin

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Bill Griffin died peacefully after a short illness on Monday 3rd January 2011, aged 95, and is survived by his wife of 70 years, Gladys.

Engineers’ Carol Concert raised the roof – and £800 for charity

Thu, 06 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICE North West raised £800 at their annual carol concert at St Ann’s Church in Manchester, with the funds being donated to WaterAid, a charity dedicated to providing safe drinking water to Third World nations.

Prevention is cheaper than fixing holes, warns ICE

Wed, 05 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) North East is urging the Government and local authorities to learn lessons from the recent freezing weather to avoid an ever-increasing pothole problem.

North East Civil Engineering Awards Deadline Looms

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) North East is urging would-be award winners not to miss the deadline for submissions to its prestigious Robert Stephenson Awards 2011.

Happy New Year!

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

2010 has been a good year for the ICE in the East of England.

Challenges to the Profession, Spain

Wed, 22 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On November 29th the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) and Colegio de Ingenieros de Caminos (CICCP) held a joint event at the CICCP headquarters in Madrid, aimed at sharing different perspectives about some of the key issues the profession faces currently

ICE response to High Speed Rail announcement

Tue, 21 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) Director General, Tom Foulkes, has welcomed the annoucement of a consultation on the preferred route for HS2.

ICE: Infrastructure cost study presents 'challenge and opportunity'

Tue, 21 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) President, Peter Hansford, has commented on Infrastructure UK study into how to reduce the costs of delivering major infrastructure projects.

ICE responds to consultation on the reform of the electricity market

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Commenting on the consultation on the reform of the electricity market, announced today by Chris Huhne, Energy and Climate Change Secretary - Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) Director General, said:

Engineers: Localism Bill lacks clarity on ‘larger than local’ planning

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) Director General, Tom Foulkes, has provided assessment of the government's Localism Bill.

ICE SW to hold Waste Strategy Seminar in New Year

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

ICE South West will be holding a one day Waste Strategy Seminar at The Rougemont Hotel, Exeter on Thursday 27 January 2011.

President’s blog to feature key activities and achievements

Mon, 13 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

In his first blog post as ICE President, Peter Hansford reports on the progress that has already been made in promoting the value of engineers and the Institution.

North West Professional Review results

Mon, 13 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Congratulations to the North West’s newly professionally
qualified members.

Obituary: Dr John Ash

Mon, 13 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

It is with deep sadness that Liverpool John Moores University announces the death of Dr John Ash, researcher in the School of the Built Environment.

ICE's Brunel Lecture Visits Luxembourg

Fri, 10 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

ICE Luxembourg Local Association Annual Lecture:
“Beyond rhetoric – delivering a low carbon society”

All Party Group get tour of New Tyne Crossing

Fri, 10 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) North East has led a visit by MPs and senior regional politicians to the New Tyne Crossing.

Congratulations

Fri, 10 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Fellowship Successes
Congratulations to Rhodri-Gwyn Jones, Director of CECA; Barry Woodman of Costains; and Dan Saville of ARUP who have all been accepted to the Institution as Fellows.

NW News Winter 2010 now available

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Institution of Civil Engineers North West Winter 2010 newsletter is now available for download.

West Midlands makes the most of former President's visit to the region

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Jean Venables visited the West Midlands on 25th November and spent a highly productive day which started when she met Charlotte Owen, from Mouchel in Shrewsbury on of ICE's first QUEST Technician Award Winners.

CPD monitoring - Are you ready?

Tue, 07 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

From January 2011 ICE will begin its formal monitoring of professionally qualified members’ Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

Autumn Professional Review Results Announced

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

ICE London would like to congratulate its members who have just passed their Professional Review:

New DVD for Benevolent Fund

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution’s Benevolent Fund has produced a new video showcasing its work and explaining the full range of services available through the Fund to ICE Members and their families.

Plaque unveiled to honour Victorian engineer William Armstrong

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A plaque to commemorate Victorian engineer William Armstrong was unveiled on Friday 26 November at Briton Ferry, marking the 200th anniversary of his birth.

IGT Report: We can step up to the challenge and make radical change, say Engineers

Mon, 29 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Commenting on the Innovation Growth Team final report into low carbon construction, ICE President, Peter Hansford, said

ICE SW Winners of G & S Teamwork Challenge 2010

Fri, 26 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Photograph of the winning team

Energy Beyond 2040 symposium

Thu, 25 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Successful 'Energy Beyond 2040' symposium in Gibraltar attracts over 200 people including six Members of the Gibraltar Parliament and representatives from environmental NGOs.

Registrations are invited for MERIT 2011

Thu, 25 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

MERIT has been run as the Institution of Civil Engineer's National Business Game since 1988 and has trained over 20,000 young engineers in business and financial management.

ICE responds to migration cap

Wed, 24 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

ICE vice president Barry Clarke has responded to the government's announcement that the cap for non EEA migrant workers will be set at 21,700 next year excluding intra company transfers for those with salaries over £40,000.

Share your knowledge - win a prize!

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Thames Valley and South Branch Graduate and Student Papers Competitions now accepting entries.

ICE President and Director ICE London join the All Party Group site visit of the Blackfriars Station redevelopment site

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Blackfriars Station redevelopment site and Network Rail welcomed the All Party Group to guide them through the complexities of the project and detail its impact on one of the busiest train stations in London once the project is completed.

Stafelter tunnels site visit, Luxembourg

Sat, 20 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Luxembourg Local Association visited the south portal area of the Stafelter tunnels on 19th November 2010. This is the third visit by the Association to the Autoroute du Nord, which has been under construction for some 10 years.

ICE responds to migration advisory committee report

Fri, 19 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Commenting on the MAC report today that outlined possible scenarios for limiting economic migration levels, Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) Vice President Barry Clarke said:

NW Construction Challenge 2010 - a towering success.

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On 28 October 2010, 23 teams of graduate and student ICE members participated in one of the most complex and demanding ICE NW Construction Challenges to date, held simultaneously at venues in Manchester and Liverpool.

ICE responds to floods in Cornwall

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) flooding expert, David Balmforth, has highlighted the need for the adoption of a preventative approach to flooding in the wake of events in Cornwall.

ICE Truro Event Cancelled

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Flooding Forces Cancellation

Coastal Management Perspectives

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The South West Region has an extensive and varied coastline, and delegates to the ICE-SW Coastal Seminar at Plymouth University on 21^st October were treated to a wide-ranging insight into strategies and technologies for coastal management, illustrated by practical examples and case studies.

Nominations for NW Civil Engineering Awards 2011

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Nominations are announced for the Community Award, Project of the Year, Education Volunteer of the Year and the Mentor of the Year in the North West Civil Engineering Awards 2011.

ICE London participates in the Lord Mayor's Show 2010

Sat, 13 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

ICE London took part in the Lord Mayor’s Show on Saturday 13 November, entering a float in celebration of the next Lord Mayor of London – civil engineer and ICE Fellow Alderman Michael Bear.

Shooter Presents His Vision for a Sustainable Railway

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Adrian Shooter Chairman, DB Regio UK Ltd and Chiltern Railways gave a presentation to 80 ICE and RCEA members at Austin Court on Tuesday 9th November.

Movers and Shakers

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The recent earthquake in Christchurch, New Zealand, has underlined how urgently the country needs an influx of engineers.

Reduce construction costs with Building Information Management

Wed, 03 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A new guide setting the BS 1192 code of practice in the context of a standard framework for building information management is now available.

Engineers must focus on delivering value - new ICE president

Wed, 03 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

In light of the economic and environmental challenges ahead, civil engineers must focus on delivering value "for money and for carbon", Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) President Peter Hansford said last night at his inauguration ceremony.

ICE responds to latest graduate unemployment figures

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

New ICE President, Peter Hansford, has spoken of his concern regarding the latest unemployment figures for recently graduated civil engineers.

Lessons from past key to success for nuclear new build

Thu, 28 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A study released today by engineering alliance Engineering the Future (EtF) has brought together lessons learnt from past and current nuclear projects which if adopted should help ensure the success of the future UK nuclear new build programme, given the green light by Government last week.

Register now to take part in the ICE Communication Competition

Thu, 28 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Do you have the public involvement and communication skills that are key to successful careers and successful business?

Electrical Pumped Storage System at Vianden, Luxembourg

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Vianden is a picturesque town nestling in the Our valley and overlooked by a magnificent medieval chateau. Less well know is that hidden in the mountain behind the chateau is one of the largest pump storage systems in Europe. Plans are afoot to enlarge the system and this was the catalyst for the ICE Luxembourg Local Association on Friday 11th June 2010.

Irish Scottish Links Energy Study (ISLES)

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

RPS has been awarded a contract to examine the feasibility of constructing, in the Irish Sea and Atlantic Coastal areas, an offshore grid linking Northern Ireland, Scotland and the Republic of Ireland. The 18-month study will examine the potential to connect wind, wave and tidal-energy sites located over a large geographical area.

Earned Value Method (EVM) and Earned Schedule (ES) Methodologies Comparison, Greece

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

In the construction industry the management of a project is, without doubt, demanding and complex and at the same time challenging and exciting.

Cyprus Materialises Plans for New Marinas

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

In the construction industry the management of a project is, without doubt, demanding and complex and at the same time challenging and exciting.

ICE French LA Lyon regional weekend

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

26 delegates and partners attended the ICE French Local Association's two day regional weekend in Lyon organised by Lucy Rew, Chairperson, on the 2nd, 3rd October 2010.

New Greek embassy in Tiergarten, Berlin, Germany

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The new Greek embassy in Tiergarten, Berlin (Germany) will be a 6,500m² building with underground parking.

Construction of a Hospital Building in Torres Vedras, Portugal

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

This building is a 7 storey building with 4 floors above the ground and 3 below with a total GFA of 4000m2. It is built in an area close to a river which required a competent foundation structure that can resist both the water pressure and the seismic actions.

Portuguese National Road Programme

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Douro Litoral Concession - Porto - Portugal

UK / Belgian / Dutch Consortium work on Europe's Largest Thermal Desorption Plant

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The largest thermal desorption plant ever to be put to work in the UK has arrived at the Avenue Coking Works site in Wingerworth, near Chesterfield, often described as the most contaminated in Europe.

Offshore Wind Turbines: Concrete Foundations, Norway

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A new and innovative design has been developed for concrete foundations suitable for large offshore wind turbines in water depths of 30-100m. This robust and durable solution significantly reduces risks and costs associated with offshore transport and installation, and has minimal impact on marine life.

Danish Contractors Start Work on Sheringham Shoal Offshoe Wind Farm

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On 24 June 2010, Danish contractor MT Højgaard installed the first foundation for the Sheringham Shoal Offshore Wind Farm, which is located off the coast of Norfolk in England. Over the next nine months, MT Højgaard will install an additional 89 foundations for the 35 km2 offshore wind farm, which will supply electricity to 200,000 British households.

An ICE President returns to Sweden after almost 200 years

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Professor Paul Jowitt combined a private visit to Sweden with a lunch to meet some of the ICE members resident in the country.

Lochnov Valley Site Visit, Prague, Czech Republic

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

To build on the success of the April site visit to the Blanka Tunnel in Prague, the ICE Czech Republic organized a site visit to the new motorway bridge across the Lochkov Valley in Prague.

Bátaapáti Radioactive Waste Repository, Hungary

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Upon completion, the Bátaapáti underground repository complex will provide safe storage for approximately 70000 m³ of low and medium-level radioactive waste from the Nuclear Power Generating Station of Paks.

Is Low Carbon Sustainable Development Possible?

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

This year’s East of England Annual Conference, was held last week at the Imperial War Museum, Duxford. The conference asked the question “Is Low Carbon Sustainable Development Possible” and concluded that – given a collective will – it is.

ICE welcomes National Infrastructure Plan

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

ICE Director General Tom Foulkes has welcomed the announcement of the UK's first ever National Infrastructure Plan.

ICE responds to 2010 Comprehensive Spending Review

Mon, 25 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The 2010 Comprehensive Spending Review saw the Government set out infrastructure as one of the top four priorities for the national exchequer.

ICE President unveils the new President's Apprentices' Toolkit at launch event

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

‘Now is the time ... for an engineering vision for delivering the UN Millennium Development Goals’ - ICE President Paul Jowitt

Young engineers create toolkit for future development

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A new resource aimed at helping young engineers plan and deliver infrastructure for international development, poverty alleviation and a sustainable future was launched today by the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE).

Engineers: More clarity needed on GIB, Energy and Transport

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Tom Foulkes, Director General of ICE, has called for more clarity on the potential impacts of the Comprehensive Spending Review (CSR).

Severn Tidal Barrage Concerns

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) Wales Cymru has described today’s government announcement that it has scrapped plans for a tidal barrage across the River Severn as a ‘missed opportunity’.

Roads and highways top public wish list for investment

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Q3 2010 – the public’s attitude to public services

ICE responds to Severn Barrage announcement

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

ICE Director General, Tom Foulkes, has responded to the Government's announcement on funding for the Severn Barrage.

CSCS cards for professionals simplified

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

‘Time spent on site’ restrictions now lifted for the Professionally Qualified Persons (PQP) card.

Civil engineer salaries show signs of recovery

Thu, 14 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A moderate rise in civil engineers salaries is further evidence that the UK is slowly recovering from the recession the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) said today.

G & S hold first Annual Conference

Thu, 14 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The first ICE Graduates and Students conference concluded on 6 October 2010 in Plymouth.

New Fulcrum on its way to you

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Fulcrum Autumn 2010 has now been published

ICE London launches a map of the Olympic park alongside the Create Sport Challenge national schools competition

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A map celebrating the role of civil engineers in transforming the Olympic Park has been produced by ICE London and Ordnance Survey, with support from the Olympic Delivery Authority (ODA).

North West engineer is ICE Mentor of the Year

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Mark Brown has been awarded the accolade of ICE Mentor of the Year.

Report "Engineering to live within planetary boundaries: civil engineering research needs" published

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Report on civil engineering research needed in order to respond to future challenges and promote well-being and social inclusion alongside contributing to future economic growth, resilience and environmental protection, whilst living within planetary boundaries.

Temporary suspension of MyICE and online application facilities commencing 15th October

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Due to scheduled maintenance MyICE and all of our online application, registration and assessment processes are to be unavailable between 16:00 on the 15th October and Tuesday, 19th October.

2010 Salary Survey now available

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

ICE’s 2010 Salary Survey and calculator are now available to all ICE members via MyICE.

ICE East of England AGM

Thu, 07 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

This year’s East of England Regional Chair was appointed during yesterday’s AGM. Chris Graves takes over from Andrew Cowburn and begins his two year term today.

Alliance welcomes Tory backing on infrastructure investment

Thu, 07 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

An alliance of leading engineering and construction bodies has welcomed the recognition from Bob Neill MP, that Government must identify alternative sources of funding to ensure infrastructure continues to get built and also create a planning system that aids the delivery of nationally significant projects.

Subscription renewal notices this October

Wed, 06 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The ICE Council has agreed that members who have provided their email address will now receive their subscription renewal notices by email.

The Briefing newsletter goes electronic

Wed, 06 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A new format for ICE Yorkshire and Humber's Briefing newsletter.

Great success at the Ambassador Workshop

Tue, 05 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

ICE East Midlands organised an Ambassador Workshop at Loughborough University on Sept 23rd 2010.

Civil engineers back second Mersey gateway crossing

Tue, 05 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Civil Engineers has thrown its weight behind plans for a second Mersey crossing at Halton – centrepiece of the ambitious Mersey Gateway project.

Create Sport Challenge - Peter Hansford Presidential Project 2010 - 2011

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Create Sport Challenge will ask teams of students from schools in South East England to come up with creative, innovative and practical ideas for a sports venue that will fulfil a community need.

ICE New York Summer Cruise Success

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The ICE New York Local Association has organized a summer social cruise around Manhattan in July 2010, for the third year running.

Bill Gowdy is new Chairman

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Bill Gowdy became Chairman of ICE NI, following the Annual General Meeting in September, affirming to members that the Institution will do it's level best to promote investment in construction and the role of the civil engineer in the economic recovery ahead of and beyond October's Comprehensive Spending Review.

Eleventh International Conference, Computing and Control for the Water Industry: "Urban Water Management: Challenges and Opportunities"

Mon, 27 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

CCWI 2011

Free Online CPD

Mon, 27 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Design Health and Safety DVDs

CPD Seminar focuses on growing area of Socially Responsible Procurement

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The 2010 ICE continuing professional development seminar will focus on the emerging theme of Socially Responsible Procurement. The seminar will be held on Wednesday 13 October 2010 at the Point Boardroom, W5, Queens Quay Belfast.

ICE President Shows Interest in Canterbury Earthquake

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Professor Paul Jowitt Offers Insights into Quake

Civil Engineering invites for papers on the topic of 'More for Less'

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Call for Papers

TIF scheme must benefit areas most in need

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg announced in his key speech that Local Councils will get powers to borrow funds to pay for major infrastructure projects, based on the projected increase in income generated by the scheme.

Station plaque dedicated to Lancaster railway pioneer

Sat, 18 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Revolutionary railway engineer Joseph Locke is to be honoured with the unveiling of a specially commissioned plaque to his memory on Lancaster Station on Saturday 18 September 2010.

Changes to the 2011 ICE subscription renewal process

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The ICE Council has agreed that members who have provided their email address will now receive their subscription renewal notices by email.

ICE QUEST Technician Scholarship - Key Dates

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Key Dates Announced

IRF 82 out now

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Innovation and Research Focus 82 is now available online.

ICE backs CBI calls to protect infrastructure investment

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The CBI has said that the Government is in danger of repeating past mistakes with the Comprehensive Spending Review (CSR) if it fails to give the necessary priority to investment in infrastructure.

President Obama makes commitment on US infrastructure: ICE response

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Following the commitment from President Obama to invest $50bn into US infrastructure and create a National Infrastructure Bank – ICE Director General, Tom Foulkes, has called on the UK government to consider a similar pledge.

New ICE South West Regional Director

Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A Warm Welcome to Trish Johnson

ICE responds to Ofwat review announcement

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Chair of the ICE water panel David Nickols welcomed the review.

Historic Border Bridges Leaflet Launched

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) North East has launched a new and unusual leaflet celebrating the bridges of the Border region.

A Civil Engineering project - four lectures and a site visit

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

This year, the G&S Committee of ICE Yorkshire and Humber will be organising a completely new event: a series of lectures about one project, culminating in a site visit.

New South West Vice Chairman Announced

Fri, 20 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Peter Radford steps into new role

South West Press Releases Now Available Online

Fri, 20 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Visit our 'Stop Press' Page!

Civils Graduate Wins City Award

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Birmingham University graduate Tim Gilbert has won the 2010 City of Birmingham Queen's Silver Jubilee Engineering Award.

Ciaran McAleenan co-edits new ICE H & S Manual

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

ICE NI Health and Safety Expert Panel Chairman, Ciaran McAleenan has employed his expertise in co-editing ICE’s latest specialist health and safety manual, ICE Manual of Health and Safety in Construction.

ICE New Zealand Voice August 2010

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The latest news from ICE in New Zealand: two Rankine lectures coming our way, graduate essay groups under way, professional review success and more.

ICE New Zealand Photo Competition

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

We asked ICE members to contribute images that showcased their civil engineering projects. There was a great response, thanks to all those who took the time to enter.

ICE West Midlands AGM and request for new committee members

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

ICE West Midlands AGM will take place at Austin Court, 80 Cambridge Street, Birmingham, B1 2NP at 17:30 on Thursday 7 October. All are welcome.

Solihull based James is named President's Apprentice

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Solihull based structural engineer, James O’Donnell, has been named as one of ICE President’s Apprentices 2010-11.

ICE China newsletter March 2010 Issue 1

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

ICE China newsletter March 2010 Issue 1

Energy status report

Thu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Emobdied Energy and Carbon

ICE launches first ICE Committee for West Indies

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

ICE is pleased to announce the launch of the first ICE Committee for the West Indies region: the ICE West Indies Local Association.

ICE Student Prize is awarded to Brunel University Graduate

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On 20 July, Kiyo Matsui BEng, a graduate of Civil Engineering with Sustainability at Brunel University, was awarded this year’s ICE Student Prize.

ICE Transtasman newsletter - June 2010

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

ICE Transtasman newsletter - June 2010 available now

Engineers’ response to Heathrow access review

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Commenting on Lord Mawhinney’s review on access to Heathrow airport

2010 ICE Council election results

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The ICE Council election has ended and we are pleased to announce the results.

Lee Franck wins the 2010 Graduate and Student Papers Competition Final!

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The ICE 2010 Graduate and Student Papers Competition (GSPC) final was held at Leeds Metropolitan University on Tuesday 22 June 2010. It was a great success and an enjoyable evening with excellent presentations, thought provoking ideas and energetic audience participation

ICE urges Government to reconsider UK aviation development plans in new report

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Engineering experts have urged the Government to rethink its plans for UK aviation and airport infrastructure development, including its decision to ban new runways at the country’s busiest airports.

Mr. George Gibby

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

It is with much regret that ICE Wales Cymru has to bring to your attention that George Gibby, one time Chief Engineer to Cwmbran New Town passed away in the early hours of Saturday 10 July after a short stay in hospital.

University of East London celebrates the success of Constructionarium with its students and sponsor

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On 3 June 2010, a special event took place for all the final year BEng Civil Engineering students of the University of East London (UEL) to celebrate their achievements during this year’s Constructionarium residential field trip.

Civil Engineering celebrated and a mobile unveiled at One Great George Street

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On the evening of Friday 25 June, more than 150 ICE members and staff, business partners, family and friends attended a concert and a discussion in the magnificent setting of the Great Hall, One Great George Street.

Transport for London Design Review - call for panel members

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Transport for London (TfL) is working with RIBA London to set up a design review panel that will take a dedicated look at Street Scene schemes funded by TfL. They are seeking to establish a genuine mix of architects, planners, landscape designers and traffic engineers to review London borough schemes with a value of £2million and above. The London boroughs promoting the schemes will be obliged to use the panels as part of a step process in order to satisfy requirements for further funding.

Deputy Mayor of London launches ICE State of the Nation report at City Hall

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

ICE London launched the latest State of the Nation report on 17 June at City Hall, the home of the Mayor of London and the Greater London Authority.

Awards for East of England Civil Engineering Projects

Fri, 02 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Fourteen civil engineering projects in the ICE East of England 2010 Merit Awards. The civil engineering ‘Oscars’ recognises excellence in the design and construction of projects that have delighted clients and in many cases brought benefits to the public.

Reading East MP visits engineering careers day at Leighton Park School

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

‘Careers in engineering will undoubtedly play an important role in our country’s future’ – says Rob Wilson MP

ICE and IStructE Take Engineering to the Public

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Engineers Showcase Work at Royal Cornwall Show

State of the Nation: Infrastructure 2010 South West Regional Briefing

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

'Clear Roadmap' Required in South West

Welcome to the new ICE website

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

ICE’s new website has a sleek new look, but that’s not all. It also has lots of enhanced features.

State of the Nation: Infrastructure 2010

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

East Midlands must focus on reducing Carbon Emissions from Infrastructure

State of the Nation: Infrastructure 2010 launches

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The UK’s energy sector and local transport networks have fared the worst in the latest State of the Nation report released today by ICE.

State of the Nation: Infrastructure 2010

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

East Midlands must focus on reducing Carbon Emissions from Infrastructure

Institution of Civil Engineers Publishes State of the National: Infrastructure 2010

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The State of the UK's Infrastructure: 2010 and beyond. Civil engineers lay out UK's infrastructure priorities to new Government.

Engineers hail recovery park as way forward for waste

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lancashire and Blackpool residents can count themselves among the world's greenest today with the opening of a revolutionary facility that will divert over 80 per cent of their household rubbish from landfill.

Engineers back strategic Cheshire bridge link repair plan

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Civil Engineers North West has thrown its weight behind plans to secure the long term future of an arterial Cheshire road route as part of its hard hitting ‘State of the Nation’ assessment of the region’s infrastructure.

Water meters cut demand and save supplies, say engineers

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Civil Engineers North West is calling for water meters to be installed in every North West home, coinciding with today’s publication of its hard hitting annual ‘State of the Nation’ assessment of the region’s infrastructure.

Manchester rail hub must not be victim of cuts says ICE

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The ambitious vision to forge a Northern Rail Hub converging on Manchester must go ahead if our region is to prosper, the Institution of Civil Engineers says in its ‘State of the Nation’ report launched today.

ICE features on BBC news - Queen's speech coverage

Wed, 26 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The media relations team recently had the opportunity to work with the BBC TV news channel to create a news package in response to the Queen’s speech focusing on immigration caps and the possible impact on the civil engineering sector, as well as others.

ICE responds to Queen’s speech

Tue, 25 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Commenting on the Queen’s speech delivered this morning, ICE director general Tom Foulkes called for Government to install confidence in industry by providing further clarity around the proposed Green Bank and new planning regime.

Doran Consulting win Communications Competition in Birmingham

Thu, 20 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The national final of the ICE Communications Competition took place on Wednesday 19th May at Birmingham University where four competing teams battled to be crowned the winners.

Graduate Member is ICE NW top golfer

Tue, 18 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

ICE NW Golf Day

ICE Council elections 2010

Tue, 18 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The ICE Council election will run from 1 June to 13 July (midday). This will give ICE members the opportunity to vote for candidates to join the ICE Council.

Quarrying under central Paris, buttressing and back filling from 12th to 19th century

Wed, 12 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

During two Saturday morning visits about 30 members and friends visited a Parisian underground quarry now partially buttressed and back filled.

New Hospital in the City of Elche, South East Spain

Wed, 12 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

In June 2010 a New Hospital in the City of Elche, South East Spain, is to be opened to the public.

The first commercial offshore windfarm in Germany

Wed, 12 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The INROS LACKNER AG (ILAG) is a German Consultant with several offices in Germany and Worldwide. Fields of expertise are Hydraulic Engineering, Port Design and Logistics, Environmental Design, Building and Infrastructure Design.

The Waterway crossing Magdeburg, Germany - engineering megalomania or future vision?

Wed, 12 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

This lecture was given to Luxembourg ICE members following the AGM on 11th January 2010.

Co-determination by employee committees in running German companies

Wed, 12 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

In Germany, co-determination by employees committees ("Betriebsrat") in the running of companies has been established in industrial law for over 90 years.

Arup Amsterdam - Bridge Renovation Project

Wed, 12 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Dutch directorate of public works (Rijkswaterstaat) will be strengthening eight steel bridges in the Netherlands to extend their lives with a minimum of 30 years.

Malta Lecture: Automatic Summarisation of Neonatal Intensive Care Data

Wed, 12 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

There was a fascinating presentation given by Dr Albert Gatt, on 'Automatic Summarisation of Neonatal Intensive Care Data' to The Malta Group of Professional Engineering Institutions on 10^th December 2009.

Douro Interior Concession – Section 6, Portugal

Wed, 12 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Located in the interior north part of Portugal, the poorest region of Portugal, DI Concession was launched in November 2007 as a response by the Portuguese government to the plan of promoting the territorial cohesion, reduce accident rates, enhance job creation and also economical and social development of the region.

Connecting the Baltic Sea with the Balkans via Poland

Wed, 12 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Polish part of the E65 Trans-European Network Transport (TEN-T) corridor connecting the Baltic Sea with the Balkans, is being upgraded in accordance with the Master Plan including fundamental modernization of existing connections between main Polish cities and construction of the new Polish High Speed Railway (KDP) by 2030.

Annual Site Visit to Blanka Tunnel, Prague, Czech Republic

Wed, 12 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On 15 April 2010, the Czech Republic representative, Martin Duris, with help and support from Helena Kolarova, organised the annual site visit to the Blanka Tunnel in Prague.

ICE President visits developing sites in the North East

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

President's visit North East

Northern engineering projects praised with awards

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

ICE North East Robert Stephenson Award Winners announced

ICE President visits new Derby Bus Station

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

During his visit to the East Midlands, Professor Paul Jowitt President of the Institution of Civil Engineers made a point of visiting the new Derby Bus Station.

EA team triumph in Communications Competition NW heat

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

NW Communications competition

Civil Engineering Excellence Celebrated in Nottingham

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Civil Engineering Excellence Celebrated in Nottingham

Future Proofing The East Midlands

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Now is the time to future proof the East Midlands for Climate Change

UK Infrastructure Leaders Debate

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Two well known faces in the field of Infrastructure and Civil Engineering met last week to discuss their views on the prospects for the Civil Engineering industry and also to give a steer to the incoming government on how civil engineering can contribute to the UK’s economic recovery and low carbon aspirations.

The election campaign and party manifestos

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

ICE has published a grid of its key policy recommendations and compared them against the manifestos of the main parties.

UK's 'virtual water' reliance leaves international footprint

Mon, 19 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The UK’s reliance on ‘virtual’ water, in imported food and other supplies, is exacerbating water shortages in other countries, engineering experts have said today.

ICE responds to Liberal Democrat election manifesto

Wed, 14 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Responding to the Liberal Democrat election manifesto, ICE Director General, Tom Foulkes, said:

ICE responds to Conservative election manifesto

Tue, 13 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Responding to the Conservative election manifesto, ICE Director General, Tom Foulkes, said:

ICE responds to Labour election manifesto

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

21st Century Infrastructure
“Labour’s manifesto rightly acknowledges that long term investment in UK infrastructure will play a key role in our economic recovery and in creating the industries for the future. However questions still remain over how this investment can be raised and maintained. A Green Investment Bank is a positive step, but the UK will need to invest £40-50bn per annum in infrastructure so a starting fund of just £2bn falls well short of what will be required.

Pupils build bridges with the help of civil engineer volunteers

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) has held three days of hands on activities for 150 school children from across the North East and North West regions.

Entries invited for the 2010 British Construction Industry Awards

Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Entries are invited for the 2010 British Construction Industry Awards, the UK’s top accolades for overall excellence in building and civil engineering projects. Full details and online entry is available at www.bciawards.org.uk. Closing date for entries is Thursday 15 April 2010.

Impressive number of nominations for Stephenson Awards

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

ICE North East Robert Stephenson Awards

Birmingham University team 'Aspire' to great heights

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Thirteen teams of students and young engineers from Birmingham and Coventry University, Arup, Aecom, Mott MacDonald and Amey competed in this year's competition which took place at Birmingham University on 2nd March.

Funding helps Tyneside students progress

Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

QUEST Technician Scholarships

Leven Bridge is a warning for the region

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Fragility of critical infrastructure

Disciplinary board notice - Mr John Butterfield

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On 4 March 2010, the Disciplinary Board considered allegations of improper conduct against Mr John Butterfield, Membership Number 40173132, of Market Weighton, North Yorkshire.

Low Carbon Solutions Conference - a Success

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Almost seventy industry professionals attended the Low Carbon Solutions Conference at Holywell Park, Loughborough yesterday.

ICE Council approves plan for new office refurb

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

ICE Council today approved a full refurbishment of the ICE’s new offices at 8 Storeys Gate.

Engineering activities signal a fun time for youngsters

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Educational activities at Locomotion: The National Railway Museum at Shildon.

Pick Everard Wins ICE Communication Competition

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A team of graduate engineers from Pick Everard won the regional ICE Communications Competition held at Loughborough University last night.

Municipal Engineer attains elite status

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Staffordshire based municipal engineer, Ian Jenkinson has been awarded an ICE Fellowship.

Liverpool canal link scoops major engineering accolade

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

ICE NW Merit Award 2010 winner

Election to ICE Council 2010

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Would you like to join ICE Council and be part of the Institution’s strategic decision making body? Alternatively you may wish to nominate a colleague. Enthusiastic members are needed to join Council as trustees with effect from 2 November 2010 for a 3 year term of office. Council meets 5 times a year, usually on a Tuesday afternoon at One Great George Street.

Facing up to rising sea levels: retreat, defend, attack?

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Retreating inland, creating habitable defence structures and building out into the sea are three options proposed to cope with the extremities of rising sea levels, in a futuristic project released today by the Royal Institute of British Architects’ (RIBA) think tank Building Futures and the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE).

We must be ready for future freezes, warns ICE

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) North East is urging the Government and local authorities to learn from the problems the recent snow and ice have brought to transport infrastructure.

ICE responds to gas shortages

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

ICE has released a series of responses to the recent gas balancing alerts (GBA) issued by the National Grid over the last week.

National Science and Engineering Week

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

National Science and Engineering Week (NSEW) is a ten day programme of science, engineering and technology events and activities across the UK aimed at people of all ages.

ICE comments on the recent flooding in Cumbria

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The severe flooding in Cumbria has led to high levels of press interest in what civil engineers have to say on the issue - on flood defence, on bridge safety and on issues surrounding critical infrastructure and the impact when that infrastructure is compromised.

East Midlands - State of the Nation: Low Carbon Infrastructure report launched

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

ICE President Paul Jowitt launched the latest State of the Nation: Low Carbon Infrastructure report today.

President Paul Jowitt is inaugurated

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

It is time for an ‘engineering renaissance’ new ICE President Paul Jowitt said yesterday at his official inauguration.

Aviation 2040: New report on UK air infrastructure

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Four provocative scenarios showing how UK air transport and airport infrastructure could look in 2040 have been set out in a new report published today by the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE).

M1 50th Anniversary to be marked at Toddington Services

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The 50th Anniversary of the M1 will be marked with a special plaque near Toddington Services at 2.30pm Monday 2 November.

UK lagging in global race to capture carbon

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

If the UK is to meet ambitious carbon emission targets by 2050 Government must provide a clear road map for the widespread deployment of carbon capture and storage technology, a report published at the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) today states.

Dragons’ Den Winner to Speak at Conference

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A successful bidder on BBC Dragons’ Den will be speaking at ‘Construction Waste - the road to zero?’ taking place this Thursday (29th) at the AirSpace Conference Centre, Duxford

Thames Estuary Airport Feasibility Review

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A report commissioned by London Mayor Boris Johnson and conducted by Newmarket based Douglas Oakervee into the feasibility of a new airport in the Thames Estuary has been published today.

Disciplinary Board announcement: Mr Anthony Sheehy

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

On 17 September 2009, the Disciplinary Board considered allegations of improper conduct against a Graduate member, Mr Anthony Sheehy, Membership Number 60865366, of South London.

Disciplinary Board announcement: Mr Djemal Redjeb Moustafa

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

On 17 September 2009, the Disciplinary Board considered allegations of improper conduct against an Associate Member, Mr Djemal Redjeb Moustafa, Membership Number 48744537, of Enfield, Middlesex.

Civil Engineers Feel Impact of Recession

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

ICE Annual Slary Survey Released

UK utility networks extremely vulnerable to disruption and failure

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Utility networks in the UK, including our electricity and water supplies, remain far too vulnerable to disruption and failure that could have enormous consequences for the general public, according to a major new inquiry released today by the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE).

ICE East Midlands office opens in landmark development, Nottingham

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

ICE East Midlands has moved to a new regional office at The University of Nottingham Innovation Park.