Alan Wood & Partners
Experts in delivering practical, cost effective and innovative solutions to the most complex engineering challenges.
- Date
- 21 May 2026
- Time
- 18:00 - 19:30 BST (GMT+1)
- Location
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International Bomber Command Centre Canwick Avenue Lincolnshire, LN4 2HQ United Kingdom
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Overview
Join the ICE Knowledge and Networking Committee to hear the story of the Lancaster Bomber VN-N (R5689), immortalised in the sculpture that now sits proudly on the hillside on the Lincolnshire Gateway.
This event will showcase the remarkable journey of the Bomber County Gateway Trust, tracing the development of this project from the earliest concept through to the creation of the final sculpture. Attendees will gain insight into the architectural vision, engineering innovation, and specialist fabrication techniques that brought this unique structure to life.
Exploring the distinctive design and engineering challenges involved in delivering a one‑of‑a‑kind installation, particularly those that fall outside conventional design standards. It will highlight how creative problem‑solving, collaboration, and technical expertise combined to overcome these obstacles and realise a landmark piece of public art.
Sponsors
Winvic
Widely known as the UK’s leading industrial ‘shed specialist’, our expertise spans many areas; civils and infrastructure, build-to-rent, student accommodation, office and commercial, fit out works and specialist sustainable builds, including the fulfilment of turnkey project requirements.
BWB Consulting
BWB is a leading UK integrated consultancy that delivers well-considered engineering, environmental, and infrastructure solutions to benefit people, enhance places, and protect our planet.
Speaker
Charlie White
Bomber County Gateway Trust
Chairman
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Charlie White
Charlie is a director of several farming businesses that operate throughout Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire, producing cereals and high welfare pigs.
He is also a council member of the Newark and Nottinghamshire Agricultural Society, and is a founder member of the Bomber County Gateway Trust and is Chairman of the Charity.
James MacDonald
UMC Architects
Associate Director
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James MacDonald
James completed his BSc in Architectural Technology in 2002 and completed his post graduate study focusing on construction project management in 2016. He has more than 25 years industry experience in multiple roles across multiple sectors.
As a BSI Certified BIM professional, James has been responsible for creating and implementing standards across the business to achieve the BSI Kitemark in respect of ISO19650-2
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