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Dr Tina Vejrum awarded the IStructE Gold Medal 2026
The Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) is delighted to announce that the 2026 Gold Medal will be awarded to Dr Tina Vejrum in recognition of her outstanding contributions to complex infrastructure projects worldwide.

Publish Date – 2 July 2026
Author – IStructE

IStructE marks International Women in Engineering Day with discussion on engineering intelligence
On June 23 IStructE brought together a global panel of members for a dedicated International Women in Engineering Day webinar, exploring how artificial intelligence, data and human experience are shaping the future of structural engineering.

Publish Date – 25 June 2026
Author – IStructE

Climate Innovation Forum 2026
IStructE hosts a roundtable discussion defining climate resilience and risk in the built environment.

Publish Date – 24 June 2026
Author – IStructE

Visit to Trinity College Cambridge
The Bedfordshire and Adjoining Counties regional hub organised a guided tour to the prestigious Trinity College in Cambridge, focusing on the recently refurbished dining hall and the Wren Library.

Publish Date – 29 April 2026
Author – Alissya Rudy

World Day for Safety and Health at Work 2026
World Day for Safety and Health at Work is a UN initiative to protect workers across the globe, and a reminder and opportunity to reflect on the vital role that safety plays across the built environment — and on the responsibility structural engineers hold throughout the life cycle of structures.

Publish Date – 28 April 2026
Author – IStructE

People and Papers Awards 2026
Read award-winning papers and discover members recognised for their commitment to the Institution.

Publish Date – 16 May 2026
Author – IStructE

Annual General Meeting 2026 notice
Notice is hereby given that the 117th Annual General Meeting of the Institution of Structural Engineers will be held online* on Thursday 9 July 2026 at midday (BST) for the transaction, by Voting Members of the business set out below.

Publish Date – 14 May 2026
Author – IStructE

Finalists announced for the Excellence in Structural Engineering Education Award 2026
Finalists announced for the 2026 Excellence in Structural Engineering Education Award. These educators have demonstrated exceptional teaching and innovation in Engineering. Discover their impact on the future of Engineering education.

Publish Date – 25 March 2026
Author – IStructE

Preparing safety case reports for Higher-Risk Buildings (HRBs) under the Building Safety Act (BSA)
New guide published - This guidance has been prepared by engineers and risk experts to provide a framework for structural engineers preparing safety case reports.

Publish Date – 23 March 2026
Author – IStructE

Number for Members –

459 Members

Breakdown –

23 Fellow

180 Member

2 Associate

8 Incorporated-Member

127 Graduate

110 Student

5 Technician

4 Affiliate

Committee Members