Central Dredging Association
CEDA UK is the British section of an independent, international, professional association for dredging and marine construction.
Together, the Specialist Knowledge Societies form a key part of ICE's Learning Society. The societies maintain strong links to international organisations in their field and exist to encourage continuing professional development and the exchange of knowledge and experience.
Our Specialist Knowledge Societies
Ingenieurs et Scientifiques de France British Section
The British Section of IESF links Anglo-French engineering and science as part of a global French Learned Society.
British Dam Society
The BDS covers the technical aspects of dams and reservoirs, including planning, design, construction, maintenance, safety, and environmental impact.
British Geotechnical Association
The BGA is the UK's main association for geotechnical engineers, organizing key events annually.
British Hydrological Society
The BHS exists to promote the advancement of the inter-disciplinary subject of hydrology in the UK.
British Tunnelling Society
The BTS is a dynamic group of tunnelling professionals sharing knowledge within the industry.
The Civil Engineers' Club
The Civil Engineers' Club exists to promote social and sporting activities amongst Civil Engineers and their families.
Hazards Forum
The Hf provides a focus for the study of natural and man-made disasters, dissemination of lessons learned and promotion of risk reduction strategies.
PIANC
PIANC provides access to worldwide trends and challenges in port and waterway development and management.
Irrigation and Water Forum
The IWF aims to promote British expertise in the science and art of irrigation, drainage and flood control.
Offshore Engineering Society
The OES acts to promote interest and scholarship in both the scientific and applied aspects of offshore engineering.
Railway Civil Engineers Association
The RCEA advances professional development and knowledge in railway engineering, including main lines, metros, and light rail.
Society for Earthquake and Civil Engineering Dynamics
SECED promotes the study and practice of earthquake engineering, dynamics, and vibration issues like blast and impact.
UK Wind Engineering Society
The WES exists to promote the advancement and application of knowledge in all aspects of wind engineering.
Transport Planning Society
The Transport Planning Society (TPS) is the UK’s sole professional body for transport planning, aiming to raise its profile and guide the profession.
Temporary Works Forum
The Temporary Works Forum (TWf) aims to encourage open discussion of any matter related to temporary works.
GIRI
GIRI is a group of industry experts, organisations and businesses dedicated to eliminating error and improving the UK construction industry.
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