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AGS Magazine: March 2026

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The Association of Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Specialists is pleased to announce the March 2026 issue of their publication; AGS Magazine. To view the magazine click here.

This free, publication focuses on geotechnics, engineering geology and geoenvironmental engineering as well as the work and achievements of the AGS.

There are a number of excellent articles in this issue including;

  • Collateral Warranties and Third Party Reliance on Reports – Page 8
  • HVO vs Synthetic Fuels: A Practical Comparison for the GI Industry – Page 14
  • 6PPD-Quinone (6PPD-q) From Tyres to Streams: Ecotoxicology and Regulation in the United States, United Kingdom, and European Union – Page 18
  • Eurocode 7: Done and dusted? Yes, but… – Page 26
  • Embracing AI in geo-engineering- the benefits and pitfalls – Page 32
  • Q&A with Sandra Carvalho – Page 34

Plus much, much more!

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AGS Awards 2026: Celebrating Outstanding Contributions in Geoscience

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Congratulations to the winners of the AGS Awards 2026, which recognise the exceptional dedication, expertise and commitment shown by members across our nine Working Groups.

Each year, our Working Group Leaders nominate individuals who have made significant contributions to the AGS and to the wider geotechnical and geoenvironmental community.

This year’s winners represent a broad range of specialisms across the industry, highlighting the valuable work undertaken by AGS members to advance best practice, share knowledge and support the continued development of the profession.

The following individuals were recognised for their outstanding contributions:

Business Practice Working Group Award

  • Award: David Hutchinson, AGS Honorary Member

Contaminated Land Working Group Award

  • Award: Mike Plimmer, Geotechnical & Environmental Associates
  • Commendation: Chris Evans, Socotec

Data Management Working Group Award

  • Award: Conrad Stewart, Harrison Group Environmental
  • Commendation: Mark Bevan, Structural Soils

Geotechnical Working Group Award

  • Award: Jai Shah, Ramboll
  • Commendation: Georgina Donbroski, RSK

Laboratories Working Group Award

  • Award: John Masters, Geolabs

Loss Prevention Working Group Award

  • Award: Kathryn Eva, Beale & Co
  • Commendation: Peter Plumpton, Socotec

Safety Working Group Award

  • Award: Madeleine Bardsley, WSP
  • Commendation: Will Capps, Lucion Group

Sustainability Working Group Award

  • Award: Natalie Cropp, Tony Gee and Partners
  • Commendation: Sarah Cook, Onyx Geo Consulting

 

Lifetime Achievement Awards

  • Jackie Bland, Structural Soils
  • Jonathan Gammon, Honorary Member

The AGS would like to congratulate all award recipients and commend them for their ongoing commitment and contributions to the Association. Their work continues to support the advancement of standards, collaboration and knowledge-sharing across the geotechnical and geoenvironmental sector.

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AGS Shortlisted for Ground Engineering Awards 2026

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We’re delighted to share that AGS has been shortlisted in the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Champion category at the Ground Engineering Awards 2026 for our AGS EDI Roadmap.

This recognition reflects the ongoing commitment across our community to build a more inclusive, diverse, and equitable ground engineering profession.

A huge thank you to everyone who has contributed their time, insight, and passion to developing and delivering this roadmap.

We’re proud to see this work recognised and look forward to continuing our efforts to help make our industry stronger and more inclusive.

Congratulations to all the other finalists.

The full shortlist can be found here.

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AGS Magazine: January 2026

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The Association of Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Specialists is pleased to announce the January 2026 issue of their publication; AGS Magazine. To view the magazine click here.

This free, publication focuses on geotechnics, engineering geology and geoenvironmental engineering as well as the work and achievements of the AGS.

There are a number of excellent articles in this issue including;

  • AGS Annual Conference: Event Programme – Page 8
  • Ground Gas Monitoring and AGS Data Transfer Format – Page 18
  • Shaping Tomorrow: Building an Inclusive Future for Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering – Page 26
  • Building a Sustainable Future with Foundation Reuse – Page 29
  • A Greenprint for Change: The AGS Sustainability Route Map – Page 38
  • Inside: SoilCloud – Page 40

Plus much, much more!

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AGS Magazine: November 2025

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The Association of Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Specialists is pleased to announce the November 2025 issue of their publication; AGS Magazine. To view the magazine click here.

This free, publication focuses on geotechnics, engineering geology and geoenvironmental engineering as well as the work and achievements of the AGS.

There are a number of excellent articles in this issue including;

  • AGS Photography Competition 2025: Winners – Page 4
  • Interpreting Historical Soil Data: Analytical Challenges and Evolving Methods – Page 20
  • Geotechnical & Geoenvironmental Industry Accident Statistics 2024 – Page 28
  • Material Management Plans (MMP) – Page 34
  • Increasing and emerging environmental disputes – Page 38

Plus much, much more!

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AGS Magazine: September 2025

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The Association of Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Specialists is pleased to announce the September 2025 issue of their publication; AGS Magazine. To view the magazine click here.

This free, publication focuses on geotechnics, engineering geology and geoenvironmental engineering as well as the work and achievements of the AGS.

There are a number of excellent articles in this issue including;

  • Thank you to Vivien Dent – Page 4
  • Trial Pitting; Controlling the Risks – Page 14
  • Neurodiversity and disability in geotechnical and geoenvironmental engineering sector – Embracing difference – Page 18
  • The Building Safety Act 2022: A snapshot of what you need to know – Page 26
  • Q&A – Luqman Ismail – Page 34
  • Bridging the knowledge gap – climate change and sustainability – Page 38
  • Standards Update: August 2025 – Page 40

Plus much, much more!

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Save the Date – Annual Conference 2026

Save the Date – Annual Conference 2026
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We’re pleased to announce that our flagship event, the Annual Conference will return to One Great George Street in London’s Westminster on Thursday 19th March 2026.

Chaired by Alex Lee (AGS Chair and Partner at HKA), this full day, CPD event will feature a series of expert speakers from across the geotechnical and geoenvironmental sector.

For full conference details and to register visit: https://www.ags.org.uk/item/ags-annual-conference-2026/

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New AGS Chair and Chair Elect Announced

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The AGS is delighted to announce that, following the AGM held on 15th May, Alex Lee (Partner at HKA) has been elected as the new AGS Chair, with Geraint Williams (Associate Technical Director at HKA) elected as Chair Elect.

We extend our thanks to Vivien Dent for her outstanding leadership over the past two years as AGS Chair. Vivien will continue to support the Association as Immediate Past Chair alongside Ken Marsh, AGS Treasurer.

Thank you to Sally Hudson for your work over the past 6 years as AGS Officer.

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AGS Magazine: May 2025

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The Association of Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Specialists is pleased to announce the May 2025 issue of their publication; AGS Magazine. To view the magazine click here.

This free, publication focuses on geotechnics, engineering geology and geoenvironmental engineering as well as the work and achievements of the AGS.

There are a number of excellent articles in this issue including;

• AGS Annual Conference: 2025 – Page 10
• AGS Data Conference – Page 18
• Raising the profile of InterEngineering and supporting the LGBTQ+ community – Page 26
• Debunking Social Value Myths: What It Is and Why It Matters – Page 34
• Monitoring of Turbidity within Groundwater during Piling Operations – Page 40
• Q&A – Mark Toye – Page 46

Plus much, much more!

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AGS Awards 2025

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We were delighted to announce this year’s AGS Award and Commendation Winners at the AGS Annual Conference, held at the One Great George Street in London on 1st May 2025.

Chosen from a select number of AGS Working Group Members, these Winners were all nominated by their Working Group Leader in testament to their hard work and dedication to the AGS over the past year.

A huge well done and thank you to the following Award and Commendation Winners:

AGS Loss Prevention Working Group
Tim White (Award Winner)
Syd Pycroft (Commendation)

AGS Safety Working Group
Jon Rayner (Award Winner)

AGS Geotechnical Working Group
Emma Bell (Award Winner)
Georgina Donbroski (Commendation)

AGS Data Management Working Group
Petra Lincoln (Award Winner)

AGS Contaminated Land Working Group
Barry Mitcheson (Award Winner)
Tim Rolfe (Commendation)

AGS Instrumentation & Monitoring Working Group
David Hutchinson (Award Winner)
Tim Clegg (Commendation)

AGS Sustainability Working Group
Marla Gillow (Award Winner)
Jai Shah (Commendation)

AGS Business Practice Working Group
Bradley Falcus (Award Winner)

AGS Executive
Chris Raison (Award Winner)

AGS Lifetime Achievement Award
Hugh Mallett

To view the montage of acceptance speeches from our Winners, just view the video below

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AGS Magazine: March 2025

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The Association of Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Specialists is pleased to announce the March 2025 issue of their publication; AGS Magazine. To view the magazine click here.

This free, publication focuses on geotechnics, engineering geology and geoenvironmental engineering as well as the work and achievements of the AGS.

There are a number of excellent articles in this issue including;

  • Early Careers Professionals Poster Competition – Page 7
  • AGS Event Programme 2025 – Page 9
  • AGS Annual Conference – Page 12
  • Focusing on Women’s Safety and Welfare – Page 18
  • Introducing SiLC’s Female Leads – Page 26
  • Net Zero – Rolling Dynamic Compaction – Page 28
  • Ground Models – Page 34
  • Standards Update – February 2025 – Page 42

Plus much, much more!

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AGS Magazine: January 2025

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The Association of Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Specialists is pleased to announce the January 2025 issue of their publication; AGS Magazine. To view the magazine click here.

This free, publication focuses on geotechnics, engineering geology and geoenvironmental engineering as well as the work and achievements of the AGS.

There are a number of excellent articles in this issue including;

  • • Carbon Net Zero Reporting Requirement for AGS members – Page 5
    • Roadmap for AGS Piling released – Page 9
    • AGS Annual Conference – Page 13
    • Response to ‘Thoughts from the regulatory front line: How can SiLCs and the NQMS help to get it right first time? – Page 18
    • AGS Sustainability Survey: Insights and Sustainability Route Map – Page 21
    • What is PAS2080 and how is it relevant to geotechnical engineers? – Page 28
    • The Heat is on for Ground Source Heat Pumps – Page 34
    • Q&A with Dipalee Jukes – Page 40

Plus much, much more!

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