Pelican Engineering Group join 2026 IRTE Skills Challenge as headline sponsor
The IRTE is pleased to announce that Pelican Engineering Group has joined the IRTE Skills Challenge as Headline Sponsor, supporting the advancement of skills development across the UK’s passenger service vehicle (PSV) and heavy goods vehicle (HGV) engineering sectors.
IRTE at the CV Show: Visit Us at Stand 5C24
The Institute of Road Transport Engineers (IRTE), a sector of the Society of Operations Engineers, is set to return to the Commercial Vehicle Show, to connect with professionals from across the commercial vehicle industry.
IRTE Skills Challenge Returns in 2026 to Celebrate PSV and HGV Excellence
The IRTE Skills Challenge is set to return in 2026, and will continue to recognise, develop and celebrate technical excellence across the UK’s passenger service vehicle (PSV) and heavy goods vehicle (HGV) engineering sectors.
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.
Celebrating the Technicians Who Keep Britain Moving: The Inaugural IRTE HGV Skills Challenge Awards
The Institute of Road Transport Engineers (IRTE) recently celebrated the inaugural IRTE HGV Skills Challenge Awards, in partnership with DAF Trucks, to recognise the talent and achievements of the technicians who keep the UK’s Heavy Goods Fleets on the road.
Zurich Engineering and SOE Partnership Empowers Over 400 Staff Through Professional Membership
The Society of Operations Engineers (SOE) is celebrating a major milestone in its ongoing partnership with Zurich Engineering with more than 400 employees signing up to become members of SOE, marking a landmark achievement in the organisations’ shared mission to champion professional standards across the engineering and operations sectors.
SOE and T&RS Engineering Strengthen Pathway to Professional Recognition for Graduate Engineers
The Society of Operations Engineers (SOE) is pleased to announce T&RS Engineering have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with SOE, confirming their graduate development program meets the Engineering Council’s Incorporated Engineer (IEng) Professional Status.