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Institution of Civil Engineers. The home of infrastructure
State of the Nation 2025
30 January 2025

State of the Nation 2025

Serious concerns are emerging about the condition of critical infrastructure in the UK and around the world, according to the ICE's flagship report. 

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Heathrow's third runway
30 January 2025

Heathrow's third runway

What are the benefits and costs of the UK government's latest proposal?

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The UK's 'gateway to adventure'
30 January 2025

The UK's 'gateway to adventure'

All about Heathrow, the busiest airport in Europe. 

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Upcoming events

  • Feb Site Visit Lead
    Type
    Networking

    HKA G&S: site visit to contract no. DC/2022/05, Sau Nga Road Stormwater Storage Scheme

    The ICE HKA G&S will be visiting the construction site of the Sau Nga Road Stormwater Storage Scheme. Participants will be introduced to the key challenges and solutions regarding the provision of the excavation and lateral support system. 

    Location
    Hong Kong, East Asia
    Date
    08 February 2025
    Time
    09:30 - 12:00 Hong Kong Time (HKT)
    Free
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    Training Course On Dewatering Design And Execution Banner Updated
    Type
    Lecture

    Training course on dewatering design and execution

    During excavation for buildings, infrastructure, runways, or waterways, encountering the groundwater table is a common challenge. This course provides systematic knowledge for both design and execution stages to effectively lower and manage groundwater levels.

    Location
    Pakistan, South Asia
    Date
    08 February - 09 February 2025
    Time
    10:00 - 12:00 GMT
    Free
  • Temporary Works Lead
    Type
    Networking

    Temporary works and demolition engineering

    The event will cover the reasons why the consideration of temporary works is vital in the construction and demolition industry. Here we will explore the history of temporary works, the importance of temporary works procedures and case studies covering both temporary works and demolition engineering across the UK.

    Location
    Scotland, UK
    Date
    10 February 2025
    Time
    17:30 - 19:30 GMT
    Free
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What is civil engineering?

If you want to know more about civil engineering, then you're in the right place. Our What is civil engineering section contains a wealth of information, including:

  • Examples of inspiring civil engineering achievements
  • Interviews - find out what inspired civil engineers to choose their career
  • Profiles of some of the most famous civil engineers to have lived
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