Leyton UK, in partnership with Scottish Engineering, is hosting a free session to help energy-intensive manufacturers understand the forthcoming British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme (BICS) and prepare for the application process.

BICS represents a significant opportunity for eligible manufacturers to reduce electricity costs and strengthen their long-term competitiveness. While applications are not expected to open until later this year, businesses that begin preparing now will be best placed to take advantage of the scheme when the application window opens.

This session will be particularly relevant to energy-intensive manufacturers looking to understand whether BICS could benefit their business and what they can do now to prepare.

We encourage members to take advantage of this opportunity to gain an early understanding of the scheme and the steps involved.

Register now to secure your place

PEAK International Group

Tuesday 15 September 2026

Join us on Tuesday 15 September, 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 PEAK International Group. Comprising of PEAK Scientific, PEAK Gas Generation, and Noblegen Cryogenics the organisation offers a range of gas and liquid solutions for lab and industry including nitrogen, hydrogen, zero air, and liquid nitrogen. With offices in over 20 countries and over 750 dedicated personnel throughout the globe, the PEAK International Group prides itself on serving its customers, supporting sales of more than 100,000 generators.

The PEAK Scientific business, established over 25 years ago by founder and Chairman Robin MacGeachy, is a leading innovator in the design, manufacture and support of high-performance gas generators for analytical laboratories, with direct operations in every continent. 

Peak International Group are looking forward to welcoming Scottish Engineering members to their facility for a tour of their core manufacturing site where their flagship Genius XE nitrogen generator as well as their latest Intura series of Hydrogen, Nitrogen and Zero Air generators are produced.  

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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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Join Arthian, in partnership with Scottish Engineering and NQA, on Wednesday 23 September, 08:30-10:30am at Scottish Engineering offices (105 West George Street, Glasgow) for a unique opportunity to hear from Arthian Management Systems Consultants and Certification Body, NQA.

Following the publication of the updated Environmental Management Systems Standard ISO 14001:2026 in April 2026, this breakfast briefing is designed to be an interactive and thought-provoking event. We’ll take audience questions across a chaired panel session where attendees will have a unique first-hand opportunity to ask your own ISO 14001 related questions.

As well as Geraldine Boylan, Director Sustainability at Arthian and Stephen Burt, Carbon & Sustainability Services Director for external certification body NQA, panelists will also include Arthian Environmental Legal Compliance lead Jill Cottrell as subject matter experts with experience of working with many engineering clients.

Who should attend:

• Those in organisations responsible for overseeing and management of ISO 14001.
• Organisations seeking to gain certification to ISO 14001.
• Typical roles may include:
  • EHS and Environmental Directors/Managers,
  • Facilities,
  • Management Systems, and
  • Administration Managers, Advisors or Specialists.

Cost:

This event is free to attend with limited places available. Should the event be oversubscribed, it will be limited to 1 attendee per organisation and preference will be given to those with an existing ISO 14001 Management System.

Confirmation of your place will be up to 1 week before the event and should you not secure a place, we would be pleased to keep your details for a virtual webinar (number dependent).

Event Agenda:

• 08:30 – Registration (with tea/coffee, breakfast pastries) & networking.
• 08:50 – Opening remarks by Paul Sheerin, Chief Executive of Scottish Engineering
• 09:00 – Introductory presentations followed by panel session
• 10:00 – Networking and close

Registration Link:

https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/KPjHPm66a1

Meet the Experts:

Geraldine Boylan

Geraldine is Director of the Sustainability Group at consultancy Arthian, a Chartered Environmentalist and Fellow of ISEP. She has over 25 years’ experience working alongside engineering and industrial companies, she is a respected specialist in environmental management and QHSEEn ISO management systems.

With her team, she has designed, implemented, trained and internally audited EMS frameworks using ISO 14001, supporting organisations ranging from high‑hazard, environmentally permitted sites to growing SME operations. Geraldine brings a systems‑led approach that connects environmental compliance with wider sustainability priorities, including climate risk, carbon reduction and biodiversity impact, helping organisations strengthen resilience and long‑term performance. She has a passion for business, processes and supporting environmental improvements.

Stephen Burt

Stephen is the Carbon & Sustainability Services Director at NQA, a global Certification and Verification Body. After completing his science degree he completed a Masters Degree in Environmental Management and Technology, and is currently close to completion of his PhD, focussed on data used for demonstrating progress towards net zero.

With more than 25 years of industry, consultancy and Certification / Verification Body experience in all things carbon, energy, sustainability and environmental, he is a Lead Verifier / Auditor with NQA for ISO 14064-1, ISO 14068-1, PAS 2080, ISO 14001, ISO 50001 and ISO 20121, as well as maintaining his skills as a Lead Auditor for ISO 9001 and ISO 45001.

Stephen is a Chartered Environmentalist (CEnv) and a full Member (MIEMA) of the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment, as well as a member of SES/1/7, responsible for the preparation of British Standards in the field of Greenhouse Gas management, and SES/1/1, responsible for the preparation of British Standards in the field of Environmental Management Systems.

Jill Cottrell

Over 20 years’ experience in the sector, working with public and private sector clients, and now leading the Arthian Environmental, Health and Safety Legal Compliance service team.

Clients include manufacturing companies, food and drink sector, life sciences sector, defence sector, engineering sector, developers, and financial and legal companies.

Regular activities include provision of EHS legal registers, EHS legal compliance audits, support with close out of non-conformities and compliance related environmental management programmes such as F-gas, environmental permitting, waste duty of care, packaging, ESOS and SECR support.

Bosch Rexroth Limited

Tuesday 29 September 2026

Join us on Tuesday 29 September, 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 Bosch Rexroth Limited, a leading developer and manufacturer of highly efficient hydraulic radial piston motors for the off-highway equipment industry.

Based in Glenrothes, Bosch Rexroth is one of Scotland’s leading manufacturers and exporters, supported by a dedicated site workforce of approximately 400 associates. Its hydraulic direct-drive technology provides an environmentally responsible, durable and highly efficient solution for low-speed, high-torque applications, including skid steer loaders, wheel loaders and forestry harvesters.

With a comprehensive product portfolio, Bosch Rexroth serves a strategic global customer base that includes industry leaders such as Bobcat, JCB, John Deere and Kärcher.

Looking firmly to the future, Bosch Rexroth launched its brand-new MPR product range in 2026. Visitors will have the opportunity to discover this cutting-edge development and tour the shopfloor, where they will see a range of advanced manufacturing technologies in action. Highlights include a pioneering surface-finishing process, modern 5-axis machining centres equipped with 6-axis robotic loading and deburring, and a new assembly line featuring an operator guidance system.

This visit offers a unique insight into Bosch Rexroth’s commitment to innovation, advanced manufacturing and the development of sustainable, high-performance solutions for the off-highway industry.

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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.

Augean

Wednesday 21st October 2026

Join us on Wednesday 21st October, 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 Augean, a leading UK waste management company providing specialist services across a range of industries.

Following its acquisition of Future Industrial Services in 2023, Augean has expanded its capabilities in industrial cleaning, decommissioning and decontamination, supporting customers across the Energy, Petrochemical, Manufacturing, Utilities and Cement sectors throughout Scotland, England and Wales. With expertise spanning Renewable Energy, Infrastructure, Construction, Nuclear, Processing, Manufacturing, and Oil and Gas, Augean delivers innovative commercial and compliance solutions in complex, regulated markets.

Scottish Engineering members will have the opportunity to visit Augean’s Specialist Metal Recovery plant and learn more about its recycling and recovery solutions for industrial waste streams, including packaged and contaminated waste, filtercakes, catalysts, alkalis, acids, chemicals, sludges and mercury waste.

The visit will provide an insight into its specialist treatment processes and facilities, including its mercury and copper recovery plants, thermal recovery and treatment facilities, transfer station, Lower Tier COMAH site and HiPod™ container processing operations. Attendees will also hear about the in-house chemical plant design expertise and technical documentation that supports the site’s relevant authorisations.

This visit provides an excellent opportunity to see specialist waste recovery processes in operation and explore how innovative treatment and recovery solutions can support environmental compliance and resource efficiency.

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