Welcome to the Aberdeen Area

This site will be used to update you on events and activities being organised by IMechE in the Aberdeen Area.  We encourage you to get involved and hope you find something of interest.

If you need any further information please contact one of the committee members.

Current and Future Events

Please click the event heading for further information.
  • Wärtsilä Alternative Fuel Engines: Part of Your Journey Towards a Sustainable Future.
    Event Type: Technical lecture
    22 April 2026 18:30 to 19:30
    School of Engineering Room N242 - Aberdeen
    The presentation will explore how alternative fuel engine technologies developed by Wärtsilä are paving the way for a more sustainable marine industry. It will cover the latest advances in fuel versatility, including biofuels, synthetic fuels, and hydrogen, and discuss their impact on emissions reduction and operational efficiency.
    Industry: Renewable energy
  • Setting the standards crucial to supporting adaptation of process industry assets to climate change
    Event Type: Talk or debate
    23 April 2026 12:00 to 13:00
    Webinar
    Standards are crucial to adaptation to climate change. John Dora, who plays a central role in their development, will discuss the evolving landscape starting with the ISO 14090 “framework” and 'family' of standards it spawns. This will be followed by developments on structural Eurocodes; CEN/ CENELEC work on guidance for standards' users and writers; BS8631 and the Adaptation Pathways concept for dealing with uncertainty; PAS 3090 for Infrastructure Systems; and the Rapid AP Assessment concept
    Industry: Cross-sector
  • Industrial Cybersecurity – A System Integrator’s Perspective
    Event Type: Talk or debate
    19 May 2026 12:00 to 13:30
    Webinar
    The Food and Drink Sector is vital to the UK economy comprising 17% of total UK manufacturing turnover, making it a target for those with malevolent intent. From ransomware to interference in essential infrastructure, cyberattacks are affecting the industrial control systems that sit at the heart of our industry.
    Industry: Cross-sector
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