Arup
Arup is a global collective of designers, engineers and technical experts. We use imagination, technology and rigour to shape a more sustainable world.
- Date
- 04 November 2026
- Time
- 17:00 - 19:45 GMT
- Location
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University of Wolverhampton Faculty of Science and Engineering Springfield Campus - Room SPB034 Grimstone Street Wolverhampton, WV10 0JP United Kingdom
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Overview
Join the ICE Early Careers Network West Midlands for a hands-on Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) challenge, hosted by the University of Wolverhampton and sponsored by Arup.
This challenge is designed to showcase the principles of SuDS through creativity, engineering, and teamwork for the chance to win a cash prize!
Working in teams of 2-3 (these can be organised beforehand), participants will design and construct their own miniature SuDS solutions using a variety of materials. Once built, each design will be tested by passing water through the system to assess its ability to slow, store, and filter runoff, replicating the functions of real-world sustainable drainage infrastructure.
This challenge provides an engaging opportunity to learn about sustainable water management, flood resilience, and water quality improvement while developing problem-solving and collaborative skills. Teams will be judged on the effectiveness of their design, filtration performance, innovation, and overall presentation.
Speakers
Dr Alaa Hamood
University of Wolverhampton, UK
head of civil engineering
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Dr Alaa Hamood
Dr Alaa Hamood is the Head of Civil Engineering at the University of Wolverhampton, UK, and a Chartered Civil Engineer (CEng) and Member of the Institution of Civil Engineers (MICE).
With nearly three decades of experience in civil engineering since graduating in 1996, he has developed extensive expertise across the infrastructure sector, having worked on a wide range of engineering projects in the Middle East and the UK before transitioning into academia in 2010.
Since then, he has successfully combined his industrial experience with teaching, research, and academic leadership, working closely with industry to educate and support the development of the next generation of civil engineers for professional practice.
Ben Latcham
Link Engineering
senior civil engineer
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Ben Latcham
Ben is a senior civil engineer at Link Engineering working on drainage and highways. Ben has experience delivering a variety of infrastructure, commercial, and residential projects.
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