Verulam (readers' letters - January 2020)

The number and diversity of materials in use in structures is increasing. This presents opportunities for engineers, but also poses challenges in how to continue to provide technical advice over such a wide range of materials.

Eighteen months ago, I was appointed the 'digital leader’ of the structural skills network within my firm. The insight I’ve gathered feels like it should be shared more widely. I hope you find something here that either gives you a starting point for action, or reinforces the course you have already charted.

Over the past decade, I’ve had great opportunity to engage with our international professional community in thinking about the future of structural engineering. We see great opportunity for structural engineers to hold leadership roles in helping society meet its future challenges, and there is a generation of bright young professionals eager to make a difference in the world.