Australia Research, News and Updates

WOBO appreciates the information and support by CreateDigital and Lovegrove and Cotton. The machines built to hunt for the dawn of time Inside the machines allowing engineers to answer some of the universe’s greatest questions.   The engineering of a $2 billion turnaround Engineering teaches us...

Scotland – News and Updates

WOBO appreciates the links provided by the Scottish Government. Planning, Architecture and Regeneration News Do you want to lead Architecture and Design Scotland (A&DS) into a new chapter of transformation and increased impact? Scottish Ministers are looking to appoint a new Chair to play a...

WSSET News and Updates

WOBO appreciates the latest updates from WSSET. We are pleased to share the December 2025 issue of the WSSET Newsletter, highlighting key developments across our conference activities, research community, and wider sustainable energy landscape. This edition confirms SET2026, the 22nd International Conference on Sustainable Energy...

GlobalData Construction Industry Updates

WOBO thanks GlobalData for the information on indicative developments taking place that may have opportunities for both members and fellow professionals. LATEST NEWS IN YOUR INDUSTRY Winvic wins $151m contract to deliver Digbeth housing scheme  The project will include the construction of 481 homes on a 1.3-acre site in...

Renewable Energy News and Updates

WOBO recognises the focus on energy and its capturing use, and thanks Renewable Energy for the links provided. Chugach Electric in Alaska Pursues Hydroelectric Projects As part of its ongoing efforts to reduce the dependency on natural gas and achieve board-directed decarbonization goals, Chugach Electric...

British Standards – News and Updates

WOBO appreciates the work carried out by the BSI and data provided. BS 9991:2024 – essential for optimal fire safety management BS 9991:2024 outlines detailed measures to ensure the safety of everyone in and around residential buildings BS 9991:2024 Fire safety in the design, management...

International Codes Council News and Updates

WOBO recognises and appreciates the work carried out by ICC Part 2: John Belcik, CEO, International Code Council, Shares His Vision for ICC and the Path Ahead This January marks John Belcik’s first year as CEO of the International Code Council (ICC). After a productive...

Health and Safety Matters News and Updates

WOBO appreciates the links provided and the support given to members and fellow professionals 8,000 people a day die in accidents worldwide ACCIDENTS ARE the sixth leading cause of death worldwide, claiming over 3 million lives a year, and people in developing countries are far...

Fire and Safety Matters News and Updates

WOBO appreciates the links provided and the support given to members and fellow professionals Call for publication of BS 8414 test data focused on cladding systems THE INSTITUTION of Fire Engineers (IFE) and the Fire Industry Association (FIA) are jointly seeking support from the fire...

Training and Development 51 – CPD and Development Opportunities

WOBO Governor David Gibson is pleased to provide links to a variety of items each of which is supporting Continuing Professional Development. Join HSM and HSI Donesafe on 5 March at 10:30 am, this webinar focuses on practical applications of AI that support everyday EHS...

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