The Institution of Mechanical Engineers has announced the appointment of Dr Alice Bunn as new chief executive. She will take up the role in July following the retirement of Dr Colin Brown.

The first competency qualification for water jetting has been launched in a move the Water Jetting Association describes as a game changer.

Everyone at Plant & Works Engineering magazine would like to wish all our readers a happy, safe and healthy festive period. 2020 has certainly had its challenges for all of us, but we sincerely trust that 2021 will bring fresh opportunities and engender a brighter outlook all round. Happy Holidays!

More manufacturers that source often lowpriced components from abroad are finding UK-based alternative suppliers at www.Reshoring.UK, a new collaborative marketplace, initiated by the Gauge and Toolmakers Association (GTMA).