Prof Andrew McNaughton, the 43rd Master Engineer
On Tuesday evening Professor Andrew McNaughton FREng was installed as the 43rd Master of The Worshipful Company of Engineers. Andrew McNaughton, on becoming the 43rd Master, reflected on the responsibility of leadership in uncertain times and set out a purposeful, values‑driven agenda for his year,…
39th World Traders Tacitus Lecture
On 26th February, at the invitation of the Master World Trader, Richard Burge, Middle Warden, Eur Ing Brian Back, and Junior Warden, Prof David Cooper, accompanied by their consorts, attended the 39th World Traders Tacitus Lecture held in the presence of the Lady Mayor at…
Congratulations HR Professionals!
The Court of Aldermen have recently approved the Company of HR Professional to become the 114th Livery Company as the Worshipful Company of HR Professionals!
Open House 23 February 2026
At The Hydrant, next to Monument Station 5-7pm Come along after work for a drink and opportunity to meet other members and some potential, new members. There is no need to book, but if you are a member already, you can let us know you…
New Year’s Honours 2026
Congratulations to member of the Livery Andrew James McNaughton FREng, until recently Executive Director Infrastructure Projects at AWE plc, who has been appointed a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in the 2026 New Year Honours List, for services to National Infrastructure
Swordsman – Issue 55
The most recent edition of The Swordsman is now available online. Swordsman 55 Previous issues are available here: The Swordsman – Past Issues
Nominations Open: AWE Defence Industry Early Careers Engineering Prize 2026
AWE, in partnership with the Worshipful Company of Engineers, is delighted to announce that nominations are open for the Defence Industry Early Careers Engineering Prize 2026. This award celebrates the brightest emerging talent in defence engineering — recognising early-career engineers who are driving innovation, solving…
2026 Hawley Award – Applications Sought
The Worshipful Company of Engineers and the Engineers Trust are seeking applications for the Hawley Award. It is awarded annually for the most outstanding Engineering Innovation that delivers a demonstrable benefit to the environment, specifically helping to achieve Net Zero Carbon by at least 2050….
2026 Leete Premium Award – Applications Sought
The Worshipful Company of Engineers and the Engineers Trust are seeking applications for the 2026 Leete Premium Award. It is awarded to PhD students who can make the case that their research has the potential to introduce significant change in manufacturing and demonstrates foresight into…
Calling notice for the Innovation for All Award 2026
Have you an engineering solution for the relief of poverty or hardship? Apply now to be considered for a £20,000 cash award. The Worshipful Company of Engineers in co-operation with UK-based charity Tech4All, offers an award for the most creative engineering-based solutions for the alleviation…