IOM3 news

IOM3 Fellow Dr Andrew McDermott has been appointed Chief Executive of Ceramics UK

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The consultation focused on the opportunities and risks associated with AI in this sector

The International Rubber Conference Organisation (IRCO) Medal is awarded in recognition of outstanding service to International Rubber Conferences worldwide.

Ethan Ellis, Materials Science Degree Apprentice and IOM3 Student Representative, has received the Institute of Physics Apprentice of the Year award.

For National Engineering Day 2026, IOM3 looks 50 years ahead with two fictional jobs exploring how materials, minerals and mining expertise could help people live on Mars.

IOM3 examines the key announcements and how they measure up against the priorities we put to the Chancellor.

Dr Maurizio Carano MIMMM has been appointed Chair of the IOM3 Sustainable Development Group (SDG).

The Antoine M. Gaudin Award recognises his contribution to mineral processing plant design.

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Packaging industry pioneer recognised for lifetime contribution to circular economy.

Dr Diane Aston FIMMM has been named a finalist in the Plastics Industry Ambassador Award category at the Plastics Industry Awards 2026.

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Recognition for IOM3 and our events team on the 2026 ABPCO Excellence Awards shortlist.

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Congratulations to all the finalists shortlisted for the IOM3 Sustainable Future Awards 2026.

The Autumn Budget must support the materials and minerals capability that underpins every national priority, says IOM3.

Five IOM3 members have been elected Fellows of the Royal Academy of Engineering (FREng) in the Academy's 50th anniversary year.

The IOM3 Hong Kong Branch held its 2026 Annual General Meeting and Annual Dinner on 8 May 2026 at the Hong Kong Football Club.

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