Event Type: Social event

10 June 2025 19:00 to 21:30

Repeat of the very sucessful event we ran last year. This is a visit to the Robey Trust Steam Museum. Opportunity to ride on a steam engine, followed by museum visit with food and drink at the adjacent Stannary Brewery (PL19 8DH) This is a joint event between Devon, Somerset and Cornwall IMechE branches.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Social event

10 June 2025 19:00 to 22:00

An evening of steam, socialising, and fresh perspectives at The Robey Trust. Enjoy a relaxed gathering with food, drinks, and vintage transport, plus a talk on the future of the steam movement by Chairman Alex Masters. A unique blend of heritage and community, bringing enthusiasts together in a fun and informal setting.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

03 June 2025 18:00 to 19:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines. This meeting will take place virtually.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical visit

29 May 2025 18:00 to 20:00

An underground vaults tour of the Clifton Suspension bridge, and a bridge building activity for those with an active interest in supporting STEM activities.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

26 May 2025 18:30 to 19:30

Join us at the Bath & Bristol Young Members Panel month panel meeting where we discuss our engineering activities, STEM development in the local area, plan our local events and liaison with other local groups We are a group of young engineers & students and we use our monthly meetings to help us decide what events to put on, ideas for bigger projects, and opportunities to get to know people with similar interests in your area!

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Talk or debate

15 May 2025 18:00 to 20:00

Join members of the Ariel Motor Company’s Research and Development team for an in-depth technical and strategic discussion exploring the brand’s journey through innovation, niche manufacturing, and performance-driven engineering.

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: Technical lecture

14 May 2025 19:00 to 21:00

A lecture on the work of His Majesty's Government Communications Centre A Joint event organised by the Gloucestershire IET. Note: This is an in-person only event, with no recording. Please register through the IET Website here https://events.theiet.org/events/inside-the-secret-world-of-national-security-engineering/?Phrase=&Location=Gloucestershire&Eventtype=&DateRange=#event-details

Industry: Defence

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

06 May 2025 18:00 to 20:00

Join the IMechE Devon & Cornwall Area Committee’s 2025 Annual General Meeting. The Committee will gather at The Fisherman's Arms in Plymouth for this year's Annual General Meeting; Including a review of the Committee's yearly activities and 2025-2026 Committee Elections.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional development event

06 May 2025 10:00 to 15:00

We are keen to support our members in any way we can. For our members who are actively seeking to become professionally registered as a Chartered, Incorporated or EngTech member or as a Fellow, we are offering free events and support.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

28 April 2025 18:30 to 19:30

Join us at the Bath & Bristol Young Members Panel month panel meeting where we discuss our engineering activities, STEM development in the local area, plan our local events and liaison with other local groups We are a group of young engineers & students and we use our monthly meetings to help us decide what events to put on, ideas for bigger projects, and opportunities to get to know people with similar interests in your area!

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

10 April 2025 17:00 to 19:00

Join IMechE Devon & Cornwall for a visit and presentation at Altilium’s EV Battery Recycling Technology Centre in Tavistock. Explore cutting-edge recycling technologies, including Altilium’s Eco-Cathode™ process, which recovers over 95% of cathode metals for reuse. The event features a tour of the R&D facility and a talk by Dr. Christian Marston on the evolving EV battery supply chain. Ideal for engineers and sustainability professionals.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

07 April 2025 17:00 to 19:00

Transport for Wales explain their innovative approach to electrification of the Cardiff Valley lines which includes discontinuous electrification. Joint event with IET.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Technical visit

03 April 2025 19:00 to 20:30

An introduction to Majorlift, and a tour of their manufacturing facility.

Industry: Manufacturing

Event Type: Talk or debate

02 April 2025 18:30 to 20:00

Significant upgrades to UK rail network. Details to follow. Its in collaboration with IET, all bookings will be on IET link and QR code.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

02 April 2025 18:00 to 19:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines. This meeting will take place virtually.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical visit

27 March 2025 18:45 to 20:30

Gloucestershire’s “Energy from Waste” facility is a key element of local waste management. Operational in 2019, it takes waste that would otherwise go to landfill and produces electricity. Its design and operation is of great interest to engineers. The 2-hour visit involves a presentation and a walking-tour of some of the facility. The walking tour takes in the Waste Reception Hall, Waste Bunker, and a view of the waste burning on the grate.

Industry: Energy transfer & thermofluid mechanics

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

24 March 2025 18:30 to 19:30

Join us at the Bath & Bristol Young Members Panel month panel meeting where we discuss our engineering activities, STEM development in the local area, plan our local events and liaison with other local groups We are a group of young engineers & students and we use our monthly meetings to help us decide what events to put on, ideas for bigger projects, and opportunities to get to know people with similar interests in your area!

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical visit

12 March 2025 14:00 to 16:30

Visit to see (and ride on) fast charge battery train, with the technology explained by Great Western Railway engineers on site. PRE-BOOKING COMPULSORY FOR THIS EVENT

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Technical visit

08 March 2025 10:00 to 12:00

Experience an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the Lizard RNLI Lifeboat Station with the IMechE Devon and Cornwall Area Committee! Get a rare, up-close look at the life-saving equipment and, if available, the lifeboat itself. A knowledgeable crew member will guide you through this fascinating experience. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity!

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Social event

06 March 2025 19:00 to 22:30

Careers & Beers 2025 🍻 Join IMechE Bath & Bristol YMP for an evening of networking! Whether you're a student exploring career paths or an engineer seeking new opportunities, connect with industry professionals in a relaxed setting. Enjoy insightful conversations, job prospects, and a drink on us!

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

05 March 2025 16:00 to 20:00

Careers Fair with railway industry employers present; followed by a technical lecture at 17.30 on AI in the Railway Industry

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

04 March 2025 18:00 to 19:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines. This meeting will take place virtually.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical visit

27 February 2025 18:45 to 20:30

Gloucestershire’s “Energy from Waste” facility is a key element of local waste management. Operational in 2019, it takes waste that would otherwise go to landfill and produces electricity. Its design and operation is of great interest to engineers. The 2-hour visit involves a presentation and a walking-tour of some of the facility. The walking tour takes in the Waste Reception Hall, Waste Bunker, and a view of the waste burning on the grate.

Industry: Energy transfer & thermofluid mechanics

Event Type: Workshop

26 February 2025 14:00 to 16:00

Want to enthuse children about STEM? A workshop for adults to have a go at some fun, engaging design and make projects and find out how they can be used to inspire the next generation. Create your own vibrating brush monsters, Cartesian divers, balloon buggies and CD racers, whilst learning how to conduct these activities in schools. Projects tie in with science & DT curriculum learning objectives. Non-IMechE Members can email Caroline directly to book a place on technologyforfun@hotmail.co.uk

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

24 February 2025 18:30 to 19:30

Join us at the Bath & Bristol Young Members Panel month panel meeting where we discuss our engineering activities, STEM development in the local area, plan our local events and liaison with other local groups We are a group of young engineers & students and we use our monthly meetings to help us decide what events to put on, ideas for bigger projects, and opportunities to get to know people with similar interests in your area!

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

10 February 2025 17:00 to 19:00

Engineers starting their career on the railway presentation competition. If you would like to be considered for the event please contact m.james4@ntlworld.com ASAP

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

06 February 2025 18:00 to 19:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines. This meeting will take place virtually.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

27 January 2025 18:30 to 19:30

Join us at the Bath & Bristol Young Members Panel month panel meeting where we discuss our engineering activities, STEM development in the local area, plan our local events and liaison with other local groups We are a group of young engineers & students and we use our monthly meetings to help us decide what events to put on, ideas for bigger projects, and opportunities to get to know people with similar interests in your area!

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Careers & education

23 January 2025 16:30 to 18:30

UWE have generously offered spaces on their STEM Communication and Outreach Training for our Regional IMechE Members. You do not not need to be a registered STEM ambassador to attend this training.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional development event

09 January 2025 10:00 to 11:00

We are keen to support our members in any way we can. For our members who are actively seeking to become a Fellow of the Institution, we are offering free online events and support.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

08 January 2025 17:00 to 19:30

Michael Zeidler from Swietelsky UK and Richard Smith from Plasser UK present their view on the future for S&C ballast cleaning. - Joint event with PWI.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Professional development event

07 January 2025 12:00 to 15:00

For our members who are actively seeking to become professionally registered as a Chartered, Incorporated or EngTech member, we are offering free online events and support. This workshop has been designed to help you get started with your application form.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Talk or debate

10 December 2024 18:30 to 20:00

Join us for an engaging and interactive Christmas lecture with Gabby (our Speaker) that tackles the pressing challenges facing our world today. From reducing pollution to building safer communities, sustainability extends beyond environmental concerns; it encompasses creating a better life for everyone. This session will demonstrate how innovative thinking can drive positive change across environmental, social, and economic spheres.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

09 December 2024 17:00 to 20:00

Modern Railways columnist Ian gives his own unique view of the British railway scene. Xmas family lecture followed by complimentary buffet.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Professional development event

09 December 2024 10:00 to 15:00

We are keen to support our members in any way we can. For our members who are actively seeking to become professionally registered as a Chartered, Incorporated or EngTech member or as a Fellow, we are offering free events and support.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

26 November 2024 18:15 to 21:00

Join us for the Western Region Christmas Lecture at UWE, Frenchay Campus, or online via Teams. Stephen Carver, lecturer at Cranfield University, will deliver "The Shuttle Case," exploring the Challenger and Columbia space shuttle disasters and their lessons on risk management, communication, and leadership. Enjoy networking, refreshments, and an insightful talk on organisational failures. Register via Near You f

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

26 November 2024 18:00 to 20:00

Joint event with IET - location at North Star College, Swindon, to be confirmed but now thought very likely!

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Technical visit

20 November 2024 18:00 to 20:45

Join the IMechE Devon and Cornwall Area Committee for an exclusive tour of BD (Becton Dickinson) in Plymouth on 20th November 2024 from 18:00 to 20:45. Discover BD's innovative medical manufacturing facility with a guided tour led by their experts. The evening includes a factory tour, and insights into their cutting-edge production processes.

Industry: Manufacturing

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

18 November 2024 18:30 to 19:30

Join us at the Bath & Bristol Young Members Panel month panel meeting where we discuss our engineering activities, STEM development in the local area, plan our local events and liaison with other local groups We are a group of young engineers & students and we use our monthly meetings to help us decide what events to put on, ideas for bigger projects, and opportunities to get to know people with similar interests in your area!

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

12 November 2024 17:00 to 19:00

Siemens project engineers will present including demonstration of some of the new technologies manufactured and implemented in UK currently being introduced on our mainline railway..

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Professional development event

08 November 2024 12:00 to 15:00

This 3 hour workshop has been designed to help you get started with your application form.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

07 November 2024 18:00 to 19:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines. This meeting will take place virtually.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional development event

06 November 2024 10:00 to 16:30

Face to face Applications Workshop at TechnipFMC, Dunfermline. Are you ready to gain IEng or CEng Registration? This 1 day workshop is for you!

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical visit

04 November 2024 17:00 to 19:00

Join the IMechE Devon and Cornwall Area Committee for a special tour of Aldermans, one of the South West’s leading metal fabricators. With over 50 years of experience, Aldermans specializes in sheet metal fabrication and custom metal parts, offering a one-stop shop for metal assemblies.

Industry: Manufacturing

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

28 October 2024 18:30 to 19:30

Join us at the Bath & Bristol Young Members Panel month panel meeting where we discuss our engineering activities, STEM development in the local area, plan our local events and liaison with other local groups We are a group of young engineers & students and we use our monthly meetings to help us decide what events to put on, ideas for bigger projects, and opportunities to get to know people with similar interests in your area!

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional development event

16 October 2024 13:00 to 14:00

We are keen to support our members in any way we can. For our members who are actively seeking to become a Fellow of the Institution, we are offering free online events and support.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

09 October 2024 18:00 to 19:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines. This meeting will take place virtually.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Talk or debate

08 October 2024 15:00 to 16:30

Lisa Treseder - Director Kensa Heat Pumps Lisa will talk about 21st century alternative to the gas network.

Industry: Research & development

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

01 October 2024 18:30 to 19:30

Join us at the Bath & Bristol Young Members Panel month panel meeting where we discuss our engineering activities, STEM development in the local area, plan our local events and liaison with other local groups We are a group of young engineers & students and we use our monthly meetings to help us decide what events to put on, ideas for bigger projects, and opportunities to get to know people with similar interests in your area!

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Talk or debate

26 September 2024 19:00 to 20:00

Talk title – The Critical Role of Long-Duration Energy Storage in Achieving Net-Zero

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

25 September 2024 18:00 to 19:00

Western Region and the Bath & Bristol Committee Elections will be held on Wednesday 25th September at 18:00, during the Regions Committee Meeting. Are you interested in supporting the Western Region or joining the Bristol and Bath Committee? We are always looking for new people to represent members on various boards, hold events and inspire the next generation of Engineers.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical visit

22 September 2024 12:00 to 15:00

Join the IMechE and IET for a visit to Plymouth Miniature Steam during a Member's Sunday Event. Discover Plymouth’s hidden secret: a "Live-Steam" miniature railway nestled in a nature reserve in the Southway Valley. Open to the public on the first and third Sundays from April to October, the railway offers scenic rides through woods, over bridges, and through tunnels. Join the committees in seeing the railway in action and take a ride on the locomotives.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Talk or debate

12 September 2024 19:00 to 21:00

Technical Talk - POSTPONED

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Technical lecture

09 September 2024 17:00 to 19:00

New railway division chairman, Iain Rae, gives his chairman's address to the South Western Centre

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

03 September 2024 18:00 to 19:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines. This meeting will take place virtually.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

02 September 2024 18:30 to 18:30

Join us at the Bath & Bristol Young Members Panel month panel meeting where we discuss our engineering activities, STEM development in the local area, plan our local events and liaison with other local groups We are a group of young engineers & students and we use our monthly meetings to help us decide what events to put on, ideas for bigger projects, and opportunities to get to know people with similar interests in your area!

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical visit

25 August 2024 10:40 to 16:00

Join the Devon & Cornwall Committee for an exclusive tour of the Thames Valley & Great Western Omnibus Trust collection! Discover a remarkable array of historic vehicles and get a behind-the-scenes look at the intricate restoration process. Learn about the challenges of preserving these automotive treasures and experience the passion that keeps this heritage alive. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to explore the past and celebrate the art of vehicle restoration!

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

08 August 2024 18:00 to 19:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines. This meeting will take place virtually.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

05 August 2024 18:30 to 19:30

Join us at the Bath & Bristol Young Members Panel month panel meeting where we discuss our engineering activities, STEM development in the local area, plan our local events and liaison with other local groups We are a group of young engineers & students and we use our monthly meetings to help us decide what events to put on, ideas for bigger projects, and opportunities to get to know people with similar interests in your area!

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

17 July 2024 18:00 to 20:00

Postponed from the 10th July - Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines. This meeting will take place virtually.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical visit

10 July 2024 17:00 to 21:00

Annual summer technical visit and social event

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Professional development event

08 July 2024 10:00 to 15:00

We are keen to support our members in any way we can. For our members who are actively seeking to become professionally registered as a Chartered, Incorporated or EngTech member or as a Fellow, we are offering free events and support.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional development event

05 July 2024 10:00 to 15:00

We are keen to support our members in any way we can. For our members who are actively seeking to become professionally registered as a Chartered, Incorporated or EngTech member or as a Fellow, we are offering free events and support.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional development event

22 June 2024 10:00 to 13:00

This 3 hour workshop has been designed to help you get started with your application form.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

13 June 2024 18:00 to 20:00

Gorst Energy is an anaerobic digestion (AD) facility located in Clyst St Mary, on the outskirts of Exeter. They process agricultural feedstocks supplied by local farmers, primarily pig manure and sustainably grown crops. Using high-quality AD technology, the feedstock is broken down to produce biogas and digestate. The plant provides green energy to Exeter and East Devon. Join the committee on a tour of the plant.

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Social event

11 June 2024 19:00 to 22:00

Repeat of the very sucessful event we ran last year. This is a visit to the Robey Trust Steam Museum. Opportunity to ride on a steam engine, followed by museum visit with food and drink at the adjacent Stannary Brewery (PL19 8DH) This is a joint event between Devon, Somerset and Cornwall IMechE branches.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

04 June 2024 18:00 to 19:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines. This meeting will take place virtually.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical visit

21 May 2024 16:30 to 18:00

Explore the forefront of waste management technology at South West Water's Plymouth Sewage Treatment Works. Led by South West Water, this tour offers a unique glimpse into the intricate processes of wastewater treatment and resource recovery.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical visit

16 May 2024 14:30 to 16:00

Join us for a tour of Biffa's Plymouth Recycling Plant at Chelson Meadow. Building on past visits to Plymouth & Exeter's EFWs and Holsworthy's Andigestion plant, we're diving deeper into Devon's waste and recycling landscape. Explore first-hand how recycling is processed at this facility.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical visit

14 May 2024 14:00 to 16:00

Visit cancelled

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Talk or debate

09 May 2024 19:00 to 20:00

Speaker : Eric Adams via Teams/online The talk will cover the background to the hydrogen support mechanism and some of the challenges in developing green hydrogen projects and facilitating it’s use in industrial process.

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

02 May 2024 18:00 to 19:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines. This meeting will take place virtually.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional development event

26 April 2024 10:00 to 13:00

This 3 hour workshop has been designed to help you get started with your application form.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical visit

25 April 2024 18:45 to 20:30

Gloucestershire’s new “Energy from Waste” facility is a key element of local waste management. Operational in 2019, it takes waste that would otherwise go to landfill and produces electricity. Its design and operation is of great interest to engineers. The 2-hour visit involves a presentation and a walking-tour of some of the facility. The walking tour takes in the Waste Reception Hall, Waste Bunker, and a view of the waste burning on the grate.

Industry: Energy transfer & thermofluid mechanics

Event Type: Technical visit

23 April 2024 10:00 to 13:00

Join us for an enlightening tour of the Exeter Energy from Waste Facility. The Exeter Energy From Waste (EFW) facility has been operational since July 2014. It operates under a partnership with Devon County Council and safely diverts about 60,000 tonnes of non-recyclable waste away from landfill from households within Exeter and the surrounding area each year and enough electricity to power the equivalent of 6,624 homes.

Industry: Energy transfer & thermofluid mechanics

Event Type: Technical lecture

22 April 2024 17:00 to 19:00

Joint event with IET. Chris Ashworth, national aerial survey specialist explains Network Rail’s use of helicopters and drones for inspection of the infrastructure.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

17 April 2024 18:00 to 20:00

Join the IMechE Devon & Cornwall Area Committee’s 2024 Annual General Meeting. The Committee will gather at The Waterfront in Plymouth for this year's Annual General Meeting; Including a review of the Committee's yearly activities and 2024-2025 Committee Elections.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

21 March 2024 19:00 to 20:15

Decarbonising the power system by 2035 requires a fundamental step-change in the scale and pace of delivering new electricity network infrastructure. Network investment is critical to connect the significant volumes of new low carbon power generation required over the next decade and beyond and to support the expected 50% increase in electricity demand. What is the strategy of the National Grid and the technical and engineering challenges?

Industry: Power Industries

Event Type: Professional development event

21 March 2024 10:00 to 15:00

We are keen to support our members in any way we can. For our members who are actively seeking to become professionally registered as a Chartered, Incorporated or EngTech member or as a Fellow, we are offering free events and support.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Careers & education

13 March 2024 16:00 to 19:00

Careers fayre followed by technical lecture - Introduction of new trains onto South Western Railway. NOTE if you are in full time education and would like a train ticket to travel on South Western Railway for the event please email rdswsec@imechenearyou.org at least a week before to receive a free ticket

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Workshop

13 March 2024 14:00 to 16:00

Want to enthuse children about STEM? A workshop for adults to have a go at some fun, engaging design and make projects and find out how they can be used to inspire the next generation. Create your own vibrating brush monsters, Cartesian divers, balloon buggies and CD racers, whilst learning how to conduct these activities in schools. Projects tie in with science & DT curriculum learning objectives. Non-IMechE Members can email Caroline directly to book a place on technologyforfun@hotmail.co.uk

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical visit

06 March 2024 18:45 to 20:30

Gloucestershire’s new “Energy from Waste” facility is a key element of local waste management. Operational in 2019, it takes waste that would otherwise go to landfill and produces electricity. Its design and operation is of great interest to engineers. The 2-hour visit involves a presentation and a walking-tour of some of the facility. The walking tour takes in the Waste Reception Hall, Waste Bunker, and a view of the waste burning on the grate.

Industry: Energy transfer & thermofluid mechanics

Event Type: Technical visit

06 March 2024 17:45 to 20:00

Join the Devon & Cornwall Committee on a tour of the Bandvulc ContiLifeCycle retreading plant. Bandvulc truck tyres are manufactured in the ContiLifeCycle retreading plant, which produces a tyre every 3 minutes. Their tyres use bespoke compounds developed in-house for the sole use of retreading operations.

Industry: Manufacturing

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

05 March 2024 18:00 to 19:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines. This meeting will take place virtually.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional development event

05 March 2024 10:00 to 15:00

We are keen to support our members in any way we can. For our members who are actively seeking to become professionally registered as a Chartered, Incorporated or EngTech member or as a Fellow, we are offering free events and support.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

19 February 2024 17:00 to 19:00

Aspiring young engineers describe the technical challenges they have addressed in a presentation competition. Click on event title for details of this year's presentations.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

08 February 2024 18:00 to 19:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines. This meeting will take place virtually.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional development event

06 February 2024 19:00 to 08 February 2024 20:30

For our members who are actively seeking to become professionally registered as a Chartered, Incorporated or EngTech member, we are offering free online events and support. This workshop has been designed to help you get started with your application form.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional development event

02 February 2024 10:00 to 16:30

Complete the professional registration application form in a single day and get yourself registered to CEng or IEng in quick time.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical visit

02 February 2024 00:00 to 29 February 2024 00:00

EDF's policy has changed to only permit group tour bookings to HPC from groups based locally to the site, which no longer allows I Mech E Devon and Somerset area to make a block booking. If any I Mech E members wish to make a visit they can book onto a public tour using the e mail address hinkleypointtours@nnb-edfenergy.com. One of the EDF visit coordinators will then contact them to advise of available date.

Industry: Nuclear power

Event Type: Technical lecture

16 January 2024 19:30 to 21:00

This lecture explores landing gear material investigations within the Safran Landing Systems Materials and Processes department. This talk will cover case studies of investigated landing gear components with a focus on the techniques and equipment used. This is a hybrid event attendance can be online or in-person (Link will be provided).

Industry: Aerospace materials and structures

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

10 January 2024 18:00 to 19:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines. This meeting will take place virtually.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

10 January 2024 17:15 to 19:00

Joint event with PWI. Please note new location, click event title for more details of how to access Apex House. CHANGE OF SPEAKER: The lecture will now be the Mechanisms of Derailment by Professor Bridget Eickhoff, explaining the real interface between track and train.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Technical lecture

11 December 2023 17:00 to 20:00

Dr Greg Morse presents the history and social ergonomics of how the railway took Britain to the seaside. Our annual Christmas lecture for the family - followed by complementary hot buffet.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Professional development event

06 December 2023 12:00 to 15:00

This 3 hour workshop has been designed to help you get started with your application form.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional development event

05 December 2023 10:00 to 15:00

We are keen to support our members in any way we can. For our members who are actively seeking to become professionally registered as a Chartered, Incorporated or EngTech member or as a Fellow, we are offering free events and support.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Workshop

29 November 2023 14:00 to 16:00

Want to enthuse children about STEM? A workshop for adults to have a go at some fun, engaging design and make projects and find out how they can be used to inspire the next generation. Create your own vibrating brush monsters, Cartesian divers, balloon buggies and CD racers, whilst learning how to conduct these activities in schools. Projects tie in with science & DT curriculum learning objectives. Non-IMechE Members can email Caroline directly to book a place on technologyforfun@hotmail.co.uk

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Talk or debate

22 November 2023 19:00 to 21:00

Simon Chorley, a senior auctioneer from Chorley’s Auctioneers, will talk on his experience of auctions and valuations, from a long career in all aspects of the business. Chorley’s sells nationally and internationally via auctions held at its salerooms beside Prinknash Abbey. Simon’s expertise, with the important instructions received by the firm, has produced some remarkable discoveries. You are invited to what will be a fascinating talk of great interest to members, partners and friends.

Industry: Other Industries / Sectors

Event Type: Technical lecture

13 November 2023 17:00 to 19:00

Siemens project engineers will explain the train-infrastructure optimisation Joint event with IRSE Presentation including a demonstration example of how system performance modelling is used through project lifecycle phases. By modelling the performance of signalling and train control as one system, Siemens can optimise operations and improve headway, trains per hour, and conflict resolution.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

09 November 2023 18:00 to 20:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines. This meeting will take place virtually.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical visit

01 November 2023 18:45 to 20:45

Gloucestershire’s new “Energy from Waste” facility is a key element of local waste management. Operational in 2019, it takes waste that would otherwise go to landfill and produces electricity. Its design and operation is of great interest to engineers. The 2-hour visit involves a presentation and a walking-tour of some of the facility. The walking tour takes in the Waste Reception Hall, Waste Bunker, and a view of the waste burning on the grate.

Industry: Energy transfer & thermofluid mechanics

Event Type: Technical lecture

24 October 2023 18:30 to 21:00

How system assurance and functional models integrated, developed and maintained together, can efficiently adapt to new developments. JOINT EVENT WITH IET

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Technical visit

19 October 2023 18:00 to 19:00

Join us on a tour of the Cornish Lithium, United Downs Site. Explore the lithium pilot plant site, The Direct Lithium Extraction Pilot Plant has been designed to process Cornish geothermal waters using DLE technologies and is the first time that a DLE system has become operational in the UK.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Talk or debate

10 October 2023 15:00 to 17:00

Kerry Hayes - Project Development Manager - Simply Blue Energy Talk regarding the companies plans to develop Floating wind turbines in the Celtic Sea. This technology is backed by Government. The Celtic Sea has excellent wind resource. The Crown Estate is poised to lease 4GW of seabed., with a total potential of 20GW. We are at the cusp of a new, green and significant scale power industry here in the SW.

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

04 October 2023 18:00 to 20:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines. This meeting will take place virtually.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Talk or debate

03 October 2023 18:00 to 20:00

Site visit to the new £50m reconstruction of Durleigh Water Treatment Works (WTW) is Wessex Hard boots and hi viz jacket required

Industry: Process Industries

Event Type: Professional development event

03 October 2023 11:00 to 14:00

IMechE Defence Liaison Officer Lara Mallett and Jill Dwyer will be on site at MOD Abbey Wood to discuss routes to professional registration.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Talk or debate

28 September 2023 19:00 to 21:00

Significant upgrades to UK rail network

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Professional development event

28 September 2023 13:00 to 18:00

We are keen to support our members in any way we can. For our members who are actively seeking to become professionally registered as a Chartered, Incorporated or EngTech member or as a Fellow, we are offering free events and support.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical visit

21 September 2023 18:00 to 19:30

Tour of Exeter Aerospace. An aircraft overhaul facility based in Exeter Airport specialising in overhauling and maintaining Embraer E-Jet, ATR 42, ATR 72, and Bombardier DH8/Q400 aircraft.

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: Technical lecture

20 September 2023 19:00 to 20:15

Technology and manufacturing have become increasingly complex and challenging in today’s world. How can a small tech and manufacturing business in the Cotswolds compete in a global market? Simpson & Partners is an electric vehicle charger manufacturer that has created world-class products.

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Technical lecture

18 September 2023 17:00 to 19:00

The new Railway Division chairman, our very own Andrew Skinner, gives his inaugural address

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Technical visit

07 September 2023 18:00 to 20:30

Tour of the mould shop and Henry Hoover production line. Followed by a talk with tea and coffee. Please note that we have no plans for a factory tour in 2024.

Industry: Manufacturing

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

05 September 2023 18:00 to 20:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines. This meeting will take place virtually.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional development event

30 August 2023 13:00 to 14:00

We are keen to support our members in any way we can. For our members who are actively seeking to become a Fellow of the Institution, we are offering free online events and support.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Social event

10 August 2023 19:00 to 21:00

A visit to the Robey Trust Steam Museum. A social event between Devon & Cornwall and Devon & Somerset Area Committees. We will then head to the Local Stannary Brewery for food and drink.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Social event

10 August 2023 18:00 to 22:00

Repeat of the very sucessful event we ran last year. This is a visit to the Robey Trust Steam Museum. Opportunity to ride on a steam engine, followed by museum visit with food and drink at the adjacent Stannary Brewery (PL19 8DH) This is a joint event between Devon, Somerset and Cornwall IMechE branches.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

03 August 2023 18:00 to 20:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines. This meeting will take place virtually.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional development event

26 July 2023 12:00 to 13:00

We are keen to support our members in any way we can. For our members who are actively seeking to become a Fellow of the Institution, we are offering free online events and support.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

19 July 2023 19:00 to 20:15

Torsional Vibration is angular vibration of an object—commonly a shaft along its axis of rotation. Torsional vibration is often a concern in power transmission systems using rotating shafts or couplings where it can cause failures if not controlled.

Industry: Manufacturing

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

05 July 2023 18:00 to 20:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines. This meeting will take place virtually.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical visit

22 June 2023 18:45 to 20:30

Gloucestershire’s new “Energy from Waste” facility is a key element of local waste management. Operational in 2019, it takes waste that would otherwise go to landfill and produces electricity. Its design and operation is of great interest to engineers. The 2-hour visit involves a presentation and a walking-tour of some of the facility. The walking tour takes in the Waste Reception Hall, Waste Bunker, and a view of the waste burning on the grate.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Talk or debate

22 June 2023 18:00 to 21:00

General discussion on the many aspects to making air travel sustainable

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

06 June 2023 18:00 to 20:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines. This meeting will take place virtually.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical visit

30 May 2023 13:45 to 16:30

Bus tour of the Hinkley Point C nuclear reactor construction site, with commentary. Meet in the village of Cannington Park and Ride, coach will take us from there.

Industry: Nuclear power

Event Type: Talk or debate

18 May 2023 18:30 to 21:00

Discusion of how science and engineering has changed the ball dynamics of golf.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

17 May 2023 19:00 to 20:00

The tri-national Panavia Tornado is still in Service, except for the RAF. This lecture highlights the Requirements, the RB199 Engine Design and its Performance, HPTurbine, Reheat and Control System technologies embedded within a very successful aircraft

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: Technical visit

13 May 2023 10:30 to 13:00

Join us on a tour of the Wheal Jane Mine Water Treatment Plant, operated by John F Hunt. Wheal Jane Mine was once a tin mine but when the mine shut down contaminated water was released. Since 1992 a plant has remained in place to treat the water, now operated by John F Hunt.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional development event

13 May 2023 09:00 to 11:00

For our members who are actively seeking to become professionally registered as a Chartered, Incorporated or EngTech member, we are offering free online events and support. This workshop has been designed to help you get started with your application form.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

03 May 2023 18:00 to 21:00

Join the IMechE Devon & Cornwall Area Committee’s 2023 Annual General Meeting. The evening will begin with a presentation by David Cowan drawing on past experiences and thoughts on ‘how to manage complex Engineering projects’. We will then carry out the AGM formalities with a presentation from the committee and election of the 2023-2024 Committee.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical visit

25 April 2023 19:00 to 21:00

Join the IMechE Committee on a tour of Kensa Heat Pumps, the UK's leading heat pump specialists. Kensa provides reliable and efficient heating and cooling alternatives to polluting fossil fuels. Producing ground source systems, crafted by experts to deliver low-carbon affordable and sustainable comfort all year round.

Industry: Energy transfer & thermofluid mechanics

Event Type: Technical lecture

24 April 2023 17:00 to 19:00

GWR engineers explain the novel fast charging battery unit. Joint event with IET

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Technical visit

24 April 2023 14:00 to 16:00

We are sorry to say that due to anticipated unavailability of the train, this event is cancelled

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Technical lecture

19 April 2023 19:00 to 20:15

There are still many questions and confusions around the subject– when are heat pumps most suitable for the heating system? How to select ground or air source. Can they generate high enough water temperatures? What are the recent technical developments?

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

19 April 2023 18:45 to 19:00

The AGM advises what we have done in the last year, and invite you to comment please.

Industry: Management

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

13 April 2023 18:00 to 20:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines. This meeting will take place virtually.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional development event

29 March 2023 13:00 to 14:00

We are keen to support our members in any way we can. For our members who are actively seeking to become a Fellow of the Institution, we are offering free online events and support.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Talk or debate

23 March 2023 19:00 to 21:00

Talk by engineering students on their design, build and race experience with formula student

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Competition event

20 March 2023 17:00 to 19:00

Aspiring young engineers describe the technical challenges they have addressed in a presentation competition with monetary prizes and the chance to progress to the national final at Birdcage Walk.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

01 March 2023 18:00 to 20:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines. This meeting will take place virtually.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

01 March 2023 17:00 to 19:00

Terry Cahill and Tom Lendhill of Hitachi Rail will provide insights into the challenges associated with maintaining GWR's IEP fleet as well as the design challenge of new high speed passenger trains for the future. Joint event with Women in Rail Careers event with rail industry employers present.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Professional development event

21 February 2023 12:00 to 12:45

Armed forces and MOD engineering personnel can learn about the routes to professional registration and the support available.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical visit

16 February 2023 17:00 to 19:00

Join the Devon and Cornwall IMechE Committee on a tour of Kawasaki Precision Machinery (UK) Ltd in Plymouth. Tour around the facility of the high-precision total systems engineering company, leading the way in hydraulics and supplying equipment for a huge range of applications.

Industry: Manufacturing

Event Type: Professional development event

15 February 2023 10:00 to 15:00

We are keen to support our members in any way we can. For our members who are actively seeking to become professionally registered as a Chartered, Incorporated or EngTech member or as a Fellow, we are offering free events and support.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional development event

10 February 2023 11:00 to 12:00

For our members who are actively seeking to become professionally registered as a Chartered or Incorporated Member, we are offering free online events and support. This presentation will explain the process of becoming an Eng Tech, IEng or CEng Member of the Institution. It will also discuss what to expect in the Professional Registration interview.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

07 February 2023 18:00 to 20:00

Devon and Cornwall Area Committee meeting. Open to all, we welcome visitors of all interests and disciplines. This meeting will take place virtually.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional development event

07 February 2023 10:00 to 15:00

We are keen to support our members in any way we can. For our members who are actively seeking to become professionally registered as a Chartered, Incorporated or EngTech member or as a Fellow, we are offering free events and support.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical lecture

06 February 2023 17:00 to 19:00

Andrew Gainsbury explains the way Wales procures trains and runs its railway.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Talk or debate

26 January 2023 19:00 to 21:00

Our transport world is changing fast. This talk will explore how powertrains for complex, large, long endurance vehicles and vessels, can be designed to meet the important criteria of the users operators and owners, such as weight, dimensions and capital costs. A number of case studies will be used to illustrate the problem and some solutions, including a road sweeper, a work boat, and a defence vehicle.

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Committee meeting or AGM

25 January 2023 18:00 to 20:00

Join us on the Bath & Bristol Young Members Panel Committee meeting to find out more about what we do in the area and get involved with the IMechE! We are a friendly bunch and our once monthly meetings help us decide what events to put on, ideas for bigger projects, and an opportunity to get to know people with similar interests in your area!

Industry: Cross-sector