AGENDA Newsletter

December 09

Launch of topengineeringjobs.com

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The Institution’s subsidiary company PE Publishing Ltd, has just launched a new recruitment website, that will offer a highly effective recruitment market-place bringing together the cream of the engineering talent with the best engineering employers.

Railway engineers construct a station in one week

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In an exclusive interview with Network Rail, we gain an insight into the challenges it faced constructing a temporary station in Cumbria.

Cop 15 or Cop Out?

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The Institution’s Dr Tim Fox represented the UK engineering profession at the UN Conference in Copenhagen. Hear his assessment of the likely outcomes of Cop 15.

A nation of engineers

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Keith Millard, President of the Institution was honoured to have been invited to visit India last month, to recognise the achievements of members there.

Representing your views

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In the first of a series of articles, we consider the role of the Council which, along with the Trustee Board, provides governance for the organisation and its members.

Review of 2009

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2009 has undoubtedly been a challenging year for the engineering and manufacturing sectors, and for the Institution itself. Despite the tough economic climate, there have been achievements for Institution to be quietly proud of, and here we share some of the highlights and thank members for their support in making them happen.

Member research 2010

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In early 2010, we will be conducting our regular survey of members to find out your views on a number of areas and activities undertaken by the Institution.

Secure electronic delivery from your library

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The library and information service is now using Secure Electronic Delivery, a new service offered by the British Library, to deliver articles direct to your desktop. Find out how this can work for you.

Upcoming Events

Research and Development Project Management

12-13 January | London

This course is designed around the research environment and specific challenges for the engineer or science leader in managing the uncertainties and unpredictables of R&D projects.

The New Engineering Manager: Moving from Technical Professional to Manager

19-20 January | London

This successful and popular 2-day workshop teaches management and leadership skills and focuses on the movement from the technical professional and/or engineer to supervisor or team leader.

MX: How to Survive and Thrive in a Recession and Beyond

26 January | London

This one day seminar will provide a forum for manufacturing companies to share their knowledge and ideas.

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Seasonal greetings

May I take this opportunity to thank you for your continued support of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, and to wish you a happy Christmas and a successful year ahead in 2010.

With best wishes,
Stephen Tetlow - Chief Executive

You can read more about the activities of your Institution in our review of the year.