The Future of Operations Engineering: Why Skills in Sustainability and Systems Thinking Are No Longer Optional

Operations engineers keep the world moving but that’s no longer enough. In 2025, the job demands smarter systems, greener solutions, and strategic thinking. Sustainability and systems thinking aren’t extras they’re essential skills.

IRTE Launches First-Ever HGV Skills Challenge - Why the Industry Needs It Now

Backed by DAF Trucks and powered by 13 years of experience running the highly successful IRTE Bus & Coach Skills Challenge, this new initiative is set to become a defining moment for the HGV sector.

SOE welcomes the Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) as newest Corporate Partner.

The Society of Operations Engineers (SOE) has officially welcomed the Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) as its latest corporate partner, strengthening ties with the UK’s leading voice for the construction plant-hire sector.

Transport Engineeer August 2025

August’s edition of Transport Engineer explores the industry’s skills crunch amid the green transition, unveils the latest technology and launches from RTX, and spotlights a new 7.5t BEV truck leading the charge in electrification.

Operations Engineer August 2025

This month’s Operations Engineer examines how manufacturers can prevent cyber-attacks, reveals alarming findings from new lift research, and highlights innovative hydraulic systems driving a more dynamic and sustainable future.

IRTE Northern Centre honours Sgt. Peter Snook for his outstanding service to road safety

The IRTE Northern Centre has paid tribute to Sgt. Peter Snook of the Lancashire Police Commercial Vehicle Unit (CVU), marking his retirement and recognising his significant contribution to road safety and transport compliance across the region.

Championing Excellence at the 2025 IRTE Bus & Coach Skills Challenge Awards Lunch

The IRTE Skills Challenge continues to prove why it's one of the most important initiatives in the UK transport engineering sector.

Operations Engineer July 2025

The July issue of Operations Engineer examines the risks of incorrect pump selection, the pivotal potential of green hydrogen, and the growing challenge of obsolescence—equipping operators with critical knowledge to future-proof systems and support sustainable transport solutions.

David Sheppard to Host IRTE Skills Challenge Awards 2025

Former BBC broadcaster David Sheppard will host the IRTE Skills Challenge Awards Lunch, on 16 July in Wolverhampton, celebrating the UK’s top transport engineers.

SOE welcomes The British Compressed Air Society as newest Corporate Partner

We’re proud to welcome The British Compressed Air Society (BCAS) as our newest Corporate Partner. Together, we’re championing training, safety, and technical excellence in the compressed air sector.

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