The global network for the materials cycle
The Materials Knowledge Transfer Network (KTN), is an overarching network of networks in materials managed by IOM3 on behalf of the Technology Strategy Board.
Welcome to the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining, the global network for professionals in the materials cycle.

The monthly members' magazine of the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining, specifically devoted to the engineering materials cycle, from mining and extraction, through processing and application, to recycling and recovery.
The bi-monthly magazine of The Packaging Society, focusing on packaging technology, innovation and design, and serving industry professionals, from packaging technologists to product designers and marketing specialists.
The magazine of ICTa, the International Clay Technology Association, focusing on clay products, innovative use of heavy clay products, and people within the industry.
The magazine of IWSc: The Wood Technology Society, covering issues in the wood industry.
The Institute has 17 technical Divisions, Societies and Associations which act as special interest groups, forming a focus for activities within specific sectors.
Local Societies
Local Societies affiliated to IOM3 organise activities all over the UK.
Check out the calendar of events for the next event near you.
Younger members
The IOM3 Younger Members Committee organises events
especially for young people.
Online social networking
IOM3 has a presence on a number of social networking sites including Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn
The Institute is a body incorporated by Royal Charter, Registered Charity No 269275
Patron: HM The Queen
The Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining
1 Carlton House Terrace, London, SW1Y 5DB, UK
Tel: +44 (0)20 7451 7300, Fax: +44 (0)20 7839 1702