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

• The Changing Landscape of Land Contamination: All-day CPD Event – Page 4
• AGS Annual Conference 2027: Save the Date – Page 10
• Three Voices, One Industry: How Storytelling Can Help Secure the Future of Ground Engineering – Page 16
• AGS Sustainability Charter Workshop: Webinar Details – Page 21
• Overview of Pesticide Use on Agricultural Land, and Human Health Risk Assessment – Page 22
• Horizontal Directional Drilling – Page 28
• Guidance on SPTs Terminated Early, Extended Tests and Reporting of Seating Blows – Page 32
• Collaboration for the Future: Practical Sustainability Guides for Our Sector – Page 36
• AGS Guide to Good Gas Monitoring – 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.

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

• The Changing Landscape of Land Contamination Conference – Page 4
• AGS Annual Conference 2027: Save the Date – Page 10
• Vivien Dent and Julian Lovell Elected as AGS Honorary Members – Page 12
• AGS Webinar Replay: Individual Competence – Understanding How Government Reforms Will Affect You and Our Industry – Page 13
• Q&A with Jonathan Gammon – Page 14
• PFAS Analyses – The Numbers Alone Are Not Enough – Page 18
• Updating the DoE Industry Profiles – Page 24
• Hazard Observations: Strengthening Safety Through Awareness and Action – Page 30

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.

The Association of Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Specialists is pleased to announce the May 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 2026: Summary – Page 4
• AGS Webinar: Individual Competence – Understanding How Government Reforms Will Affect You and Our Industry – Page 14
• Q&A with Jackie Bland – Page 18
• Geotechnica 2026: Conference Topics Confirmed – Page 22
• Unlocking the Value of Ground Investigation Data: BGS Common Ground Phase Two – Page 32
• 1,2,4-Triazole as a Model Polar Contaminant: Rethinking Environmental Fate Through Molecular Interactions – Page 34
• Sustainable Soil Management – How to Turn the Cinderella into a Princess – 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.

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!

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.

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.

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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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.

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!

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.