IES is a multi-disciplinary engineering body, founded in Scotland in 1857, that provides a forum in which individuals from all engineering and related disciplines can discuss and exchange information, generate ideas and encourage young engineers. IES works with kindred bodies to promote a wider understanding of the role of the professional engineer in society.
Our next lecture - 20th Oct
Biomedical Engineering:- Digital Integration of Medical Diagnostics
into Connected Healthcare
Have a look at our 2026-2027 programme!
IES Events
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IES & RINA Joint lecture - Ammonia Ready ferries for Northlink and Small Vessel Replacement Programme
7th December 2026 6:30 pm -
IES and IMarEST - Thermotank, Fairfield and Sir Iain Maxwell Stewart
12th January 2027 6:30 pm
Other Institutions’ Events
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AFBE - From Conversation to Capability: Building the Future Defence Workforce
12th November 2026 2:00 pm -
IStructE - Cersak Footbridge Talk
12th November 2026 6:00 pm
Feature
Just launched - IES Position Paper on UK Energy Strategy
02 November 2026
This paper has been prepared by engineers from a range of disciplines, drawing on decades of industrial experience. It combines analysis of published energy-policy statements with a gap analysis of issues that are integral to implementation but are not always addressed explicitly. It also draws on the practical experience of contributors who have worked in electricity generation, transmission and distribution.
Featured Event
7th December 2026 6:30 pm
IES & RINA Joint lecture - Ammonia Ready ferries for Northlink and Small Vessel Replacement Programme
Lewis Hammell and Andrew Hannigan talking about the 2 upcoming CMAL projects – Ammonia Ready ferries for Northlink and Small Vessel Replacement Programme – phase 2
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Manufacturing blueprint maps route to UK floating wind facility
11 November 2026 -
Software advance could aid quantum progress
09 November 2026 -
Floating data centres: an offshore solution to onshore concerns
07 November 2026
Publication of the Month
UK Energy Strategy
UK Energy Strategy - Oct 2026
A position paper from the Institution of Engineers in Scotland. The United Kingdom has committed to Net Zero by 2050, while electricity demand is expected to rise substantially as transport, heating and industry become more electrified. It is challenging to achieve the transition to low carbon electricity and deliver at the same time lower costs, system security and resilience.
