Upcoming Events
Machines and Global Warming
Join Ian Jackson CEng FSOE FIPlantE for a hybrid webinar exploring machine operation and global warming.
Shaping the Future of Your Centre
Join IRTE North London, for an update from Centre Chairman Paul Arber.
EU Tachograph Changes 2026: What LCV Operators Must Know
Join us to get ready for the July 2026 EU tachograph changes for LCVs. Learn what the new rules mean for your business, the compliance steps you need to take, and how to avoid costly fines, plus take part in a live expert Q&A.
DVSA Vehicle Maintenance Presentation
Join us for an expert led session with DVSA Senior Examiners covering vehicle maintenance standards, common MOT faults, and the latest compliance expectations to help improve road safety and fleet performance.
Our Resources
Transport Engineer February 2026
How the irtec accreditation is being upgraded for changing industry needs, sustainability now vital in temp-controlled transport, new proposition comes to bus and coach market and more in this edition of Transport Engineer.
Operations Engineer February 2026
How industrial thermal imaging technology is enabling plants to improve operational processes, net zero cement production, the evolution of industrial boilers, reforms aim to rebuild British water supply and more in this edition of Operations Engineer.
Professional Registration
Watch our recent webinar on Professional Registration presented by SOE Membership and Professional Standards Manager Nick Cox.
Gate Safety Webinar
Watch our recent webinar on gate safety, hosted by our BES Professional Sector and presented by Gate Safe founder Richard Jackson.
Recent News
Gate safety: understanding risk, responsibility and compliance
Automated gates and barriers are widely used across workplaces, schools and residential settings, yet when safety is overlooked, the consequences can be devastating. Hosted by the BES sector and presented by Gate Safe UK founder Richard Jackson OBE, the recent hybrid event explored the key risks associated with automated gate systems and the shared responsibilities required to manage them effectively.
SOE Strengthens Industry Standards with DVSA Investment in IRTE Apprentice Memberships
The Society of Operations Engineers (SOE) is pleased to announce that the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is actively investing in the professional development of Vehicle Standards Assessor apprentices by supporting membership with the Institute of Road Transport Engineers (IRTE), a sector of SOE.
Closing the Engineering Skills Gap: How SOE is Strengthening the Engineering Talent Pipeline
The UK engineering industry is facing a skills crisis, intensified by factors including an aging workforce and advances in technology. Demand for skilled technicians and engineers significantly outweighs supply, and the need for a highly trained, professionally recognised workforce is clear.
Raising the Bar: How Evolving Standards Are Transforming Lorry Loader Crane Safety
The safety, reliability, and performance of lorry loader cranes are undergoing major improvements thanks to updated design requirements, new regulatory changes, and more robust safety and performance standards. These developments are reshaping how operators, manufacturers, and inspectors approach the use, maintenance, and thorough examination of this essential lifting equipment.