Had Fab

Thursday 20 August 2026

Join us on Thursday 20 August, 10am – 1pm, for an opportunity to share common challenges, gain insight into how fellow member companies are continuously improving their businesses, and hear more about Had Fab, one of the UK’s leading engineering and steel fabrication businesses, specialising in the design, manufacture and installation of steel and aluminium structures that support the nation’s critical infrastructure.

From its facility in Tranent, East Lothian, Had Fab’s team delivers transmission towers, substations, gantries and other essential fabricated assets that are helping to enable the UK’s transition to Net Zero.

During the tour, attendees will see first-hand how significant investment in its facilities, machinery and digital systems is increasing capacity and productivity, while its growing workforce is supporting unprecedented demand driven by major Power Transmission & Distribution programmes such as ASTI for SSE and the Great Grid Upgrade for National Grid.

The visit will provide an insight into how Scottish manufacturing is playing a key role in strengthening the UK’s electricity network and delivering the infrastructure needed for a low-carbon future.

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Training Date

• 17th September 2026 – 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM

Develop the Leaders Who Drive Your Business Forward

This course has been developed to address an identified need within the engineering and manufacturing sector. Frontline managers and supervisors occupy a uniquely influential position in workplace health and safety — they are the individuals who translate policy into practice, who conduct toolbox talks, oversee risk assessments, and respond first when things go wrong. Yet this group frequently receives the least formal health and safety training compared to the safety professionals above them or the training given to operatives below them.

The course is designed to close that gap. It is structured to be practically focused, legally grounded, and immediately applicable to the day-to-day realities of managing people in a production, engineering, or manufacturing environment. By the end of the programme, participants will not simply be aware of the law — they will understand their personal legal exposure, be equipped to use a structured management system, conduct meaningful risk assessments, and lead a robust accident investigation.

What’s Included:

• Legal Framework & Responsibilities
• Scotland’s Health & Safety Context & Statistics
• Structured Health & Safety Management
• Risk Assessment
• Accident Investigation

Delivery Options:

• Workshops and Seminars: Our half-day interactive course offers hands-on learning, real-world scenarios and the opportunity to engage with peers and expert trainers.

Frontline managers are the foundation of organisational success. By investing in their development, you ensure that your strategies are translated into operational excellence and that your workforce remains motivated, productive and aligned with your business goals.

For more info, and to book your place, contact [email protected]

Cost – please note this must be paid in advance in order to confirm your place

£100 + VAT for members

£125 + VAT for non-members

Cancellation policy

Please note that cancellations made within 14 days of the event will not be eligible for a refund, and any outstanding balances will remain payable. Substituting an alternative delegate in your place is permitted.

Reflect, Benchmark & Thrive

Tuesday 22nd September – Free to Scottish Engineering members

As a CEO or MD, it’s easy to get feedback on the financial performance of our business — but success runs deeper and calibrating where you are at through benchmarking with others can be invaluable.

We are delighted to be delivering this event exclusively to ScotEng members once again. Join us as we bring together high-level leaders for a unique opportunity to benchmark against other organisations, have valuable discussions with peers, and create new insights for you leading your business.

What to Expect:

• Peer Connection: Collaborate with CEOs/MDs navigating both similar and diverse challenges.
• Benchmarking & Assessment: Self-assess your business ahead of time and gain meaningful comparisons with your peers. (20 mins of pre-work from you the week before attending)
• Reflection & Celebration: Identify what’s working, celebrate wins, and uncover new opportunities for growth.
• Insight-Driven Action: Leave with fresh perspectives, actionable strategies, and renewed confidence for where you are taking your business.

This is your space to reflect, realign, and recharge—because great leaders grow best when they don’t grow alone.

Meet the Host

This workshop will be led by Ian Laird who was previously CEO of Alex Begg, a member company who recently hosted a wonderful Scottish Engineering visit.

Having trained as an engineer, Ian’s career journey spanned many sectors of manufacturing, through production, sales, marketing, and general management.  He blends technical expertise with a customer-first mindset and a belief organisation culture makes a competitive difference. 

Ian combines technical expertise, strategic insight, and people-focused leadership to help businesses achieve their achieve outcomes that are sustainable, scalable, and impactful for key stakeholders.

Whether supporting a CEO, a leadership team or guiding a board, Ian assists leaders craft their vision, develop strategies, and empower people to create a high-performing, sustainable organisation that thrive in an ever-changing world.

Ian will guide us through this transformative mastermind session designed to growth, insight, and actionable progress.

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The Manufacturing & Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition

Wednesday 30th September and Thursday 1st October 2026

We are partnering with Ingenious Media and Events as Headline Sponsor for Scotland’s Manufacturing and Supply Chain Conference and Exhibition at SEC, Glasgow. Scottish Engineering member companies will receive a 30% discount on all stands taken.

The Manufacturing & Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition, which is being held at the SEC Glasgow on Wednesday 30th September & Thursday 1st October, will serve as a national forum for manufacturers and operators involved throughout the associated supply chains from across Scotland to gather to discuss pressing issues facing the industry. The event is being organised in order to successfully connect key stakeholders across the full manufacturing spectrum in Scotland, including the food and drink, energy, renewables, electronics, aerospace, biopharma, medtech, healthcare, construction, textiles, procurement, and precision engineering sectors.

Details of the event and registration can be found here.

The Manufacturing & Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition

Wednesday 30th September and Thursday 1st October 2026

We are partnering with Ingenious Media and Events as Headline Sponsor for Scotland’s Manufacturing and Supply Chain Conference and Exhibition at SEC, Glasgow. Scottish Engineering member companies will receive a 30% discount on all stands taken.

The Manufacturing & Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition, which is being held at the SEC Glasgow on Wednesday 30th September & Thursday 1st October, will serve as a national forum for manufacturers and operators involved throughout the associated supply chains from across Scotland to gather to discuss pressing issues facing the industry. The event is being organised in order to successfully connect key stakeholders across the full manufacturing spectrum in Scotland, including the food and drink, energy, renewables, electronics, aerospace, biopharma, medtech, healthcare, construction, textiles, procurement, and precision engineering sectors.

Details of the event and registration can be found here.