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06/03/2026 How infrared thermal imaging helps building inspectors visualise heat loss in minutes
As colder months set in, building heat loss becomes more costly.
05/03/2026 A safer, smarter approach to weld inspection: why advanced ultrasonic testing is redefining industry standards
Across the oil & gas sector and wider energy industries, weld integrity remains a cornerstone of asset safety, operational reliability and regulatory compliance.
04/03/2026 Eddyfi Technologies signs definitive agreement to join ESAB
Eddyfi Technologies, a global leader in advanced non-destructive testing (NDT) and integrity management technologies and solutions, has announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to join ESAB, a focused premier industrial compounder.
03/03/2026 High-speed camera monitors robot vibrations without needing sensors
Japanese researchers have devised a non-contact system for monitoring the vibrations of industrial robots as they operate, without using costly physical sensors that can be affected by interference.
02/03/2026 New IAEA research project to enhance disaster management with AI-augmented non-destructive testing
A new International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) research project will investigate how artificial intelligence (AI) can be used to strengthen non-destructive testing (NDT) techniques used in disaster response.
27/02/2026 Investment-secure testing procedure at Volkswagen
For quality control of sheet metal joined by resistance spot welding (RSW), an INDU-SCAN test-bench in operation was converted using existing technology and modernised by combining it with intelligent algorithms and robot technology.
26/02/2026 Bilfinger redefining operations and maintenance for changing energy landscape
The Operations & Maintenance (O&M) sector has long been a stable cornerstone of the UK’s industrial landscape; however, at Bilfinger UK, stability does not mean standing still.
25/02/2026 TPAC Explorer now supported by UTEX Scientific
TPAC has announced a new collaboration with UTEX Scientific, a recognised leader in ultrasonic inspection software for the aerospace industry.
25/02/2026 Nominations now open for Top 50 Women in Engineering Awards 2026
The Women’s Engineering Society (WES) has launched its search for the Top 50 Women in Engineering (WE50) Awards 2026, which honour the exceptional contributions of women engineers across all disciplines.
24/02/2026 UK government urged to step up maintenance to safeguard ageing infrastructure
In a recently published report, titled: ‘Reviving our Ageing Infrastructure’1, the National Engineering Policy Centre (NEPC), led by the Royal Academy of Engineering, calls on the UK government to urgently prioritise, invest in and reform the management of the UK’s ageing infrastructure.
23/02/2026 Waites and MaintainX enter into partnership
Waites Sensor Technologies Inc (Waites) and MaintainX, providers of artificial intelligence (AI)-powered predictive maintenance solutions, have entered into a partnership to unite advanced machine health insights with real-time work execution and intelligence, enabling faster and more informed responses to developing equipment issues.
20/02/2026 Strainstall incorporates bridge strike monitoring on road bridge
As part of its partnership with Network Rail, Strainstall, part of BES Group, is implementing a bridge strike monitoring system on Grantham’s Harlaxton Road bridge, designed to deliver real-time alerts and instant video data following any bridge impact.
19/02/2026 Intertek Caleb Brett opens new laboratory in Naples, Italy
Intertek, a leading total quality assurance (TQA) provider to industries worldwide, has announced the opening of a new Intertek Caleb Brett laboratory in Naples, Italy, strengthening its presence in this important region.
18/02/2026 Valmet delivers advanced automation
Valmet will supply mission-critical automation for the new Polarstern, a next-generation polar research vessel, which will operate in climate and marine research in the Arctic and Antarctic.
17/02/2026 Connecting people, skills and industry: BINDT outreach highlights from 2025
2025 was a momentous year for BINDT’s outreach programme. From engaging tens of thousands of young people across the UK to strengthening relationships with corporate members, partners and educators, the outreach programme has continued to grow in reach, ambition and impact.
16/02/2026 A cost-effective solution for monitoring ageing infrastructure
The partial collapse of the Carola Bridge in Dresden, Germany, in September 2024 was a wake-up call for Germany’s infrastructure policy.
13/02/2026 Applus+ turns digital vision into reality
Applus+ took another step in its digital journey as professionals from across the organisation gathered for the 3rd Digital Community Face-to-Face Meeting.
12/02/2026 D-Tex Visual presents new AI sensors
D-Tex Visual, a company that focuses on the development of artificial intelligence (AI) sensors for safety and maintenance purposes within the theme park industry, has announced its latest innovation, Bolt-iT.
11/02/2026 Kaefer to relocate UK & Ireland Head Office to Newcastle
Kaefer UK & Ireland, a leading provider of technical industrial services, has announced plans to relocate its Head Office to the Live Works development on Newcastle’s Quayside, marking a significant investment in its future growth and continued commitment to the North East.
10/02/2026 UK achieves first plutonium milestone
The UK’s Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) Group has delivered a UK-first nuclear safety milestone, by safely processing a can of plutonium residue into a stable waste form for the very first time.
09/02/2026 Joint industry project to evaluate ultrasonic inspection for coarse-grain structures
TWI is launching a new joint industry project (JIP) to evaluate ultrasonic array inspection techniques for coarse-grained metallic structures.
06/02/2026 PTS Group appointed as only testing firm at waste-to-energy plants
PTS Group, a non-destructive testing (NDT) company based at Common Road Industrial Estate, Stafford, has announced that it has been handed the exclusive testing contract at Lostock Sustainable Energy Plant, currently under construction at Lostock Works near Northwich in Cheshire.
05/02/2026 AWE joins forces with national research organisations
On 10 December 2025, the National Research Organisations (NRO) Group officially launched an alliance of 35 organisations committed to advancing science for the benefit of all. AWE has announced that it is part of this powerful network.
04/02/2026 Nominations now open for Engineering Talent Awards 2026
EqualEngineers has launched nominations for the annual Engineering Talent Awards (ETAs), which celebrate the diversity of the engineering profession.
03/02/2026 RAIB issues remote monitoring sensor warning
The Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) in the UK has issued urgent advice asking Network Rail to consider the risk of remote monitoring sensors on earthworks being overwhelmed during extreme weather and unable to send safety-critical alerts to control staff.
02/02/2026 EqualEngineers and BINDT announce strategic partnership to advance inclusivity in engineering
EqualEngineers and the British Institute of Non-Destructive Testing (BINDT) have announced a new strategic partnership that reflects a shared commitment to strengthening inclusive cultures and promoting safety across the engineering profession.
30/01/2026 Lucchini launches Smartset Vibe
Lucchini RS Group has officially unveiled Smartset Vibe, an intelligent sensor developed to measure and process the wheelset vibration in real time, collecting data on the operating condition of wheelset components.
29/01/2026 Proceq partners with GPR USA to elevate NDT and GPR expertise
Proceq has announced a strategic partnership with GPR USA as an authorised distributor and repair facility for Proceq’s ground penetrating radar (GPR) equipment, Schmidt rebound hammers and other non-destructive testing (NDT) solutions.
28/01/2026 International Testing Services expands with new head office and facility investment in Methil, Fife
International Testing Services (ITS) Ltd, a specialist provider of inspection, training and technical services to the engineering, energy and manufacturing sectors, has announced the relocation of its head office to a new, larger facility within the Energy Park at Methil, Fife, Scotland.
27/01/2026 Stafford firm nurtures its home-grown workforce
A Stafford firm with a growing international reach is crediting its ongoing success to an ability to seek out and nurture home-grown talent.
26/01/2026 Computed radiography reveals hidden details in historical artworks
The Dresden State Art Collections (Staatliche Kunstsammlungen Dresden (SKD)) consists of 15 museums, which are claimed to be amongst the most important in the world.
23/01/2026 Though born at sea, Cygnus delivers accurate thickness inspection in any underwater environment
The latest addition to the Cygnus diver thickness inspection range, the new Cygnus Underwater, offers an advance on its predecessor, with a host of smart new features, specially designed to operate seamlessly in an array of diverse conditions, simultaneously accomplishing greater accuracy and usability.
22/01/2026 BINDT inspires next generation at the National School and College Leaver Festival
On 11 and 12 November 2025, the British Institute of Non-Destructive Testing (BINDT) exhibited at the National School and College Leaver (NSCL) Festival, held at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC) in Birmingham.
21/01/2026 Ashtead Technology enters new growth chapter as it joins Main Market of London Stock Exchange
Ashtead Technology, a leading provider of subsea technology solutions to the global offshore energy sector, has reached a significant milestone in its growth journey by listing on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange (LSE).
20/01/2026 Odfjell Technology secures frame agreement with COSL Drilling Europe
Odfjell Technology has been awarded a frame agreement with COSL Drilling Europe AS for the delivery of crane and lifting services and risk-based inspection management and services, including non-destructive testing, Ex inspections and rope access.
19/01/2026 Defendr brings new depth of data and responsiveness to condition monitoring
Coventry-based NDE Clarke Pitchline has announced a new turnkey condition monitoring offering for rotating plant equipment based on the unique application of innovative technologies coupled with deep experience in failure mode analysis and machine understanding.
16/01/2026 Detection of air-filled anomalies in Menkaure Pyramid could indicate new entrance
Researchers from Cairo University and the Technical University of Munich (TUM), as part of the ScanPyramids research project, have identified two hidden air-filled anomalies in the third-largest pyramid of Giza, Egypt.
15/01/2026 The new European Data Act is changing the way equipment manufacturers will operate
As of September 2025, a new regulation from the European Commission is affecting how equipment manufacturers manage data.
14/01/2026 Ultramag becomes supplier for Johnson & Allen NDT consumables
Having used Johnson & Allen products and equipment for over 35 years, Ultramag has announced that it is now able to supply its customers with Johnson & Allen non-destructive testing (NDT) consumables.
13/01/2026 ABB modernises variable speed drives
ABB has launched a new modernisation service for its variable speed drives (VSDs), embedding Samotics-powered electrical signature analysis (ESA) technology into legacy drives.
12/01/2026 Wall-climbing robots rise to the challenge for EDF chimney inspections
Inspecting tall and complex vertical structures has always posed significant challenges for non-destructive testing (NDT) professionals, but that could be about to change thanks to robotics innovator HausBots.
09/01/2026 Prior Scientific Instruments strengthens global position with strategic acquisition
Prior Scientific Instruments Ltd, a provider of microscopy, photonics and automation solutions, has completed the strategic acquisition of Kinetic Systems Inc, a respected USA-based manufacturer of advanced vibration isolation systems.
09/01/2026 Join BINDT’s Certification Technical Committee
Would you like to help shape the future of the non-destructive testing (NDT) and condition monitoring (CM) industry, influence standards and support the development of certification and training?
08/01/2026 Sonomatic pioneers remote buried vessel inspection with advanced corrosion mapping
Sonomatic has successfully completed a groundbreaking remote inspection of a buried closed drain vessel, overcoming significant access and safety challenges to deliver comprehensive corrosion mapping data for a major onshore asset owner.
08/01/2026 Ariane 6 rocket successfully carries Earth observation satellite Sentinel-1D into orbit
On 4 November 2025, an Ariane 6 rocket successfully carried the Earth observation satellite Sentinel-1D into orbit.
07/01/2026 Sandia team creates X-ray images of the future
When German physicist Wilhelm Röntgen discovered X-rays in the late 1800s while experimenting with cathode ray tubes, it was a breakthrough that transformed science and medicine, so much so that the basic concept remains in use today.
07/01/2026 New leadership for the Practitioner Committee
The British Institute of Non-Destructive Testing (BINDT) Practitioner Committee has announced the election of a new Chair and Vice Chair, marking the conclusion of a five-year tenure under outgoing Chair Sam Cunningham.
06/01/2026 BINDT showcases at Advanced Engineering 2025
BINDT was delighted to exhibit at Advanced Engineering 2025, which was held at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC) in Birmingham on 29 and 30 October. The event proved highly successful, providing a valuable opportunity for BINDT to raise awareness of the Institute, what it does and how it continues to support the non-destructive testing (NDT) and wider engineering community.
05/01/2026 Chung-Ang University researchers revolutionise non-destructive testing with purpose-built AI technologies
System reliability and safety are paramount across industries such as semiconductors, energy, automotive and steel, where even microscopic cracks or defects within structures can critically affect performance.
24/12/2025 Intertek Moody achieves ISO/IEC 17020 accreditation recognising global inspection excellence
Intertek, a leading total quality assurance provider to industries worldwide, has announced that its Intertek Moody division has achieved global ISO/IEC 17020 accreditation across multiple international offices, highlighting the company’s commitment to global quality, consistency and technical expertise across its inspection operations.
