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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!

Advertising opportunities are available within future issues of the publication. To view rates and opportunities please view our media pack by clicking HERE.

If you have a news story, article, case study or event which you’d like to tell our editorial team about please email ags@ags.org.uk. Articles should act as opinion pieces and not directly advertise a company. Please note that the publication of editorial and advertising content is subject to the discretion of the editorial board.

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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!

Advertising opportunities are available within future issues of the publication. To view rates and opportunities please view our media pack by clicking HERE.

If you have a news story, article, case study or event which you’d like to tell our editorial team about please email ags@ags.org.uk. Articles should act as opinion pieces and not directly advertise a company. Please note that the publication of editorial and advertising content is subject to the discretion of the editorial board.

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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!

Advertising opportunities are available within future issues of the publication. To view rates and opportunities please view our media pack by clicking HERE.

If you have a news story, article, case study or event which you’d like to tell our editorial team about please email ags@ags.org.uk. Articles should act as opinion pieces and not directly advertise a company. Please note that the publication of editorial and advertising content is subject to the discretion of the editorial board.

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Roadmap for AGS Piling released

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AGS Piling is a data transfer format for piling data which includes design schedule information, the construction record, as-built information and pile testing data. It is being developed by the AGS Data Management Working Group, in collaboration with the Federation of Piling Specialists (FPS), with support from the Deep Foundations Institute (DFI).

A roadmap for the future of AGS Piling has recently been issued. This identifies the processes and actions required to get AGS Piling ready for formal publication, before going on to look at what needs to happen to achieve the ultimate goal of establishing the use of AGS Piling in our industry, for the benefit of the industry.

The roadmap can be downloaded from here. Further information including the current draft of AGS Piling can be accessed from here.

AGS Piling is being developed by a working group made up of AGS and FPS members. We are keen to expand and strengthen this group and would be interested in hearing from piling contractors or specialists involved in pile testing or rig instrumentation. Please contact AGS if you wish to join the group or get involved in some other way, e.g. corresponding member.

The working group is also on the lookout for potential industry sponsorship or collaboration opportunities to help to push things forward a little faster. If you are able to help, or have some suggestions, then please get in touch.

To contact the AGS, please email ags@ags.org.uk.

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AGS Magazine: September 2024

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The Association of Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Specialists is pleased to announce the September 2024 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;

  • Post Brexit changes in environmental law – Page 4
  • AGS Annual Conference: Sponsorship now open – Page 6
  • Implementing systemic sustainability – Page 12
  • The Importance of Employee Networks: Empowering Diversity and Inclusion – Page 18
  • EC7 Next Gen: Georisk is intrinsic to reliability of structures – what aspects must we consider when determining the risk categorisation of a structure? – Page 22
  • The importance of task-specific asbestos awareness training (AAT) – Page 28
  • Standards Update: July 2024 – Page 32

Plus much, much more!

Advertising opportunities are available within future issues of the publication. To view rates and opportunities please view our media pack by clicking HERE.

If you have a news story, article, case study or event which you’d like to tell our editorial team about please email ags@ags.org.uk. Articles should act as opinion pieces and not directly advertise a company. Please note that the publication of editorial and advertising content is subject to the discretion of the editorial board.

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AGS Magazine: July 2024

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The Association of Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Specialists is pleased to announce the July 2024 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 Donates Over £3,880 to Projects for Nature – Page 4
We Need To Talk About Groundwater – AGS Conference – Page 8
AGS Webinar – How Can We Achieve an Equitable, Diverse, and Inclusive Industry? – Page 10
Opinion: Should we be concerned that the term “geoengineering” is now being used to refer to climate engineering rather than ground engineering? – Page 12
Thoughts from the regulatory front line – Page 14
Geotechnical & Geoenvironmental Industry Accident Statistics 2023 – Page 18
Geoprofessional Business Association (GBA) Spring Conference 2024 – Page 24

Plus much, much more!

Advertising opportunities are available within future issues of the publication. To view rates and opportunities please view our media pack by clicking HERE.

If you have a news story, article, case study or event which you’d like to tell our editorial team about please email ags@ags.org.uk. Articles should act as opinion pieces and not directly advertise a company. Please note that the publication of editorial and advertising content is subject to the discretion of the editorial board.

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Early Careers Video: Discover a Rewarding Career in the Geo-Industry

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Our new early careers video discusses the many different career paths which are open to graduates entering the geo-industry.

If you’re a graduate and have studied geology, geography, environmental science, civil engineering or have a passion for the environment, then a career in the geo-sciences could be for you.

There are many different avenues within our sector to explore; from working on small pre-construction building projects, to large earthworks movements, to detailed laboratory analysis. You can be part of a team developing solutions for construction, engineering and renewable energy, or be focused on cleaning up the environment and keeping the public safe from harmful materials in the ground. Whatever pathway you choose, you’ll be helping to shape the industry for future generations.

Take a look at the video for full details.

 

Please note that industry representatives are welcome to use this video when promoting the geo-industry within schools. For further information email ags@ags.org.uk.

 

 

 

 

 

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AGS Magazine: May 2024

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The Association of Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Specialists is pleased to announce the May 2024 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;

Geotechnica 2024 – First Speakers Announced – Page 8

We Need To Talk About Groundwater – AGS Conference – Page 12

AGS Annual Conference 2024 – The Review – Page 16

NEC Option X29: A positive step to tackling climate change, but not without its risks – Page 20

NHBC’s new Performance Standard for Building on Engineered Fill – Page 24

Do geotechnical engineers truly understand sustainability? – Page 30

Standards Update: April 2024 – Page 36

Plus much, much more!

Advertising opportunities are available within future issues of the publication. To view rates and opportunities please view our media pack by clicking HERE.

If you have a news story, article, case study or event which you’d like to tell our editorial team about please email ags@ags.org.uk. Articles should act as opinion pieces and not directly advertise a company. Please note that the publication of editorial and advertising content is subject to the discretion of the editorial board.

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AGS Awards 2024

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We’re delighted to announce this year’s AGS Award winners!

Chosen from a select number of AGS Working Group Members, these winners were nominated by their Working Group Leaders 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 for their extraordinary work and ongoing contributions to the AGS:

Contaminated Land Working Group Award Winners

  • Andrew Tranter, Associate Technical Director at RSK
  • Darren Makin, GI Geoenvironmental Lead at Socotec

Executive Award Winner

  • Alex Dent, Associate Director at WSP

Executive Commendation

  • Alison Nicholson, Geoenvironmental Team Lead, Associate Geoenvironmental Consultant at Buro Happold

Data Management Working Group Award

  • Neil Chadwick, Director at Digital Geotechnical

Geotechnical Working Group Award

  • Katharine Barker, Associate at CampbellReith
  • Emma Cronin, Heathrow GI Senior Geotechnical Engineer at Socotec

Geotechnical Working Group Commendation

  • Paul Roberts, Regional Director, Ground Engineering, UK & Ireland Aecom

Laboratories Working Group Award

  • Will Fardon, Technical Director at Chemtech Environmental

Loss Prevention Working Group Award

  • David Hutchinson, AGS Honorary Member
  • Neil Parry, Director at Geotechnical Engineering

Safety Working Group Award

  • Liz Withington, Principal EngineeringGeologist at CC Ground Investigations
  • Madeleine Bardsley, Technical Director at WSP

Safety Working Group Commendation

  • Owen Seymour, Associate- Engineering Geologist (Geotechnical & Tunnelling) at WSP

Sustainability Working Group Award

  • Vivien Dent, Technical Specialist: Green Growth and Delivery at the Environment Agency
  • Sam Setchell, Principal Engineering Geologist at Jackson Geo Services

 

To view the montage of acceptance speeches from our winners, just click on the video below.

 

 

 

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AGS Magazine: March 2024

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The Association of Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Specialists is pleased to announce the March 2024 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 2024 – Page 10
AGS Bitesize Guide: Pile design based on calculation – ground model method – Page 16
Calibration of BRE365 soakaway testing – Page 22
Sharing Ground Models using AGSi – Page 28
Site Supervision – Shouldn’t we be specific? – Page 32
Inside: SoilCloud SAS – Page 34

Plus much, much more!

Advertising opportunities are available within future issues of the publication. To view rates and opportunities please view our media pack by clicking HERE.

If you have a news story, article, case study or event which you’d like to tell our editorial team about please email ags@ags.org.uk. Articles should act as opinion pieces and not directly advertise a company. Please note that the publication of editorial and advertising content is subject to the discretion of the editorial board.

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AGS Magazine: January 2024

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The Association of Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Specialists is pleased to announce the January 2024 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;
UK’s premier geotechnical conference returns in 2024 – Page 6
New version of AGS Piling released – Page 9
AGS Annual Conference 2024 – Page 12
Geotechnical unit, Ground models and Geotechnical Design Models– what are these, what do they cover and who is responsible? – Page 19
Calibration of Whatman Grade 42 filter paper for soil suction measurements – Page 22
AGS Guide to Welfare: A step in the right direction – Page 28
Inside: Igne Group – Page 34

Plus much, much more!

Advertising opportunities are available within future issues of the publication. To view rates and opportunities please view our media pack by clicking HERE.

If you have a news story, article, case study or event which you’d like to tell our editorial team about please email ags@ags.org.uk. Articles should act as opinion pieces and not directly advertise a company. Please note that the publication of editorial and advertising content is subject to the discretion of the editorial board.