Second-generation Eurocodes: a new series to support the transition

Author: David Nethercot, Steve Denton and Deidre Fourie

Date published

1 May 2026

Price
Free

Article PDF

The Institution of Structural Engineers The Institution of Structural Engineers
Back to Previous

Second-generation Eurocodes: a new series to support the transition

The Structural Engineer

Author

David Nethercot, Steve Denton and Deidre Fourie

Citation

The Structural Engineer, Volume 104, Issue 5, 2026, Page(s) 11

Date published

1 May 2026

Author

David Nethercot, Steve Denton and Deidre Fourie

Citation

The Structural Engineer, Volume 104, Issue 5, 2026, Page(s) 11

Price

Free

Article PDF

On behalf of BSI, David Nethercot, Steve Denton and Deidre Fourie introduce a new series of articles that aims to inform IStructE members about key technical changes and practical implications during the countdown to the second-generation suite of Eurocodes coming into force.

Additional information

Format:
PDF
Pages:
11
Publisher:
The Institution of Structural Engineers

Tags

Codes & Standards Professional Guidance Issue 5

Related Resources & Events

The Structural Engineer
A promotional image for "Building Safety Act guidance (four-volume package)" from The Institution of Structural Engineers, showing four book covers.

Building safety: an engineer's pack

Building safety: an engineer's pack
Whether delivering new-build designs or assessing existing buildings, structural engineers can ensure they follow best practice for building safety thanks to four new publications from the IStructE, explains Technical Director, Patrick Hayes.
Date – 1 May 2026
Author – Patrick Hayes
Price – £0
The Structural Engineer
Electrical wires and insulation in a cramped, dusty crawl space.

CROSS Safety Report: Alterations to spine wall and joists result in structural issues

CROSS Safety Report: Alterations to spine wall and joists result in structural issues
This month's report details the structural damage in a listed building after alterations that involved moving a spine wall and notching timber joists.
Date – 1 May 2026
Author – Collaborative Reporting for Safer Structures
Price – £0
The Structural Engineer
Construction workers in hard hats and safety vests install a large steel beam in a building under renovation.

Eurocodes evolution: assessment of existing structures

Eurocodes evolution: assessment of existing structures
Mungo Stacy and Jon Shave explain the background and content of the new Eurocode for assessment of existing structures, examining aspects such as scope, principles and interventions.
Date – 1 June 2026
Author – Mungo Stacy and Jon Shave
Price – £0