Programme
8-10 September 2026
The International Centre, Telford, UK
| Monday 7 September 2026 | |
| 16.00-18.00 | Registration – Exhibition Hall 3 Foyer |
| 18.00-19.30 | Welcome Networking Buffet with the Exhibitors – Exhibition Hall 3 |
| Tuesday 8 September 2026 | |||||
| 08.00 | Registration, Tea and Coffee – Exhibition Hall 3 Foyer Exhibition – Exhibition Hall 3 | ||||
| 09.20-10.00 | Opening Plenary Paper – Roy Sharpe Prize Lecture: NDT value reconsidered: enabling sustainable manufacture, maintenance and circularity Professor G Pierce, University of Strathclyde, UK Chair: J Taylor, President of BINDT, UK Room: Ironbridge 1 | ||||
| 10.00-10.30 | Plenary Paper – Anne Birt Prize Winner Lecture: Linking tactile perception to transient energy releases Dr D I Hefft, University of Birmingham, UK Chair: J Taylor, President of BINDT, UK Room: Ironbridge 1 | ||||
| 10.30-11.00 | Plenary Paper: Formal funded NDT training and education in Scotland: current landscape and future opportunities R Mulholland, BINDT, UK Chair: J Taylor, President of BINDT, UK Room: Ironbridge 1 | ||||
| 11.00-11.45 | Tea, Coffee and Exhibition – Exhibition Hall 3 | ||||
| Session 1A – RCNDE Showcase: Ultrasonics Chair: C Bull Room: Ironbridge 1 | Session 1B – Terahertz for NDT Chair: Dr M Naftaly Room: Wenlock 1 & 2 | Session 1C – Inspection qualification Chair: P Loftus Room: Wenlock 3 & 4 | |||
| 11.45-12.05 | [1A1] The UK Research Centre in Non-Destructive Evaluation: an overview of the showcase C Bull RCNDE, UK | [1B1] Volumetrically enhanced 3D terahertz metamaterials for high-sensitivity microplastic detection H Kim Queen Mary University of London, UK | [1C1] Using system performance verification to reinforce safety, quality and reliability in NDT operations P Hillman and J Poirier Eddyfi Technologies, Canada | ||
| 12.05-12.25 | [1A2] Assessing models for resin front position estimation using a network of ultrasonic guided wave sensors C A Calistru1, V Tunukovic1, E Mohseni1, S G Pierce1, C N MacLeod1, D Lines1, R K W Vithanage1, I Bomphray2, T Weis2, G Munro3 and T O’Hare4 1University of Strathclyde, UK 2National Manufacturing Institute Scotland (NMIS), UK 3Boeing Aerospace Innovation Centre (AIC), UK 4Short Brothers, a Boeing Company, UK | [1B2] Characterisation of water properties in proton-exchange membranes using humidity-controlled terahertz time-domain spectroscopy G France University of Warwick, UK | [1C2] Subsea DRT through concrete coating: validation and calibration study J McNab and J Moore Oceaneering International Services Ltd, UK | ||
| 12.25-12.45 | [1A3] Electrical-thermal thresholds and ultrasonic signatures of fault-induced degradation in aerospace carbon fibre reinforced plastic composites K M Dikwal1, V Tunukovic1, E Mohseni1, C E Jones1, K M M Tant2, R K W Vithanage1, C N MacLeod1, G Munro3, A Douglas3 and S G Pierce1 1University of Strathclyde, UK 2James Watt School of Engineering, University of Glasgow, UK 3Boeing Aerospace Innovation Centre (AIC), UK | [1B3] Atom-based terahertz imaging for battery electrode inspection: use-case definition and validation roadmap A Strangfeld Helicon Quantum Systems Ltd, UK | [1C3] High-temperature DC conductivity methods for non-standard samples R Howles National Physical Laboratory (NPL), UK | ||
| 12.45-13.05 | [1A4] Prediction of stress distribution around crack tips from ultrasound images using convolutional neural networks J J An, Q Liu, N O Larrosa, A Velichko and J Zhang University of Bristol, UK | [1B4] Insights into densification of ceramic electrolytes for sodium batteries using terahertz time domain spectroscopy D Lima LiNa Energy Ltd, UK | [1C4] THIS SLOT IS AVAILABLE FOR A LATE SUBMISSION | ||
| 13.05-14.20 14.00 | Lunch and Exhibition – Exhibition Hall 3 Trade and Industry Executive Committee Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Committee Meeting – Room: Coalport 1 | ||||
| Session 2A – RCNDE Showcase: Automated and robotic NDT phased array Chair: Dr C Brett Room: Ironbridge 1 | Session 2B – Terahertz for NDT Chair: H Lin Room: Wenlock 1 & 2 | Session 2C – NDT technique innovation Chair: To be confirmed Room: Wenlock 3 & 4 | |||
| 14.20-14.40 | [2A4] High-frequency electromagnetic tomography (EMT) sensor for the monitoring of saline diffusion in porous media X Zou, Y Li, C Jiang, S She, X Pang, A Peyton and W Yin University of Manchester, UK | [2B1] Measurement of coatings on automotive exterior plastic components I Arnedo Das-Nano, Spain | [2C1] DHAMES: smart magnetic NDT system. A new concept and instrument for NDE of quality of heat-treated ferromagnetic steel components M Vaidhianathasamy SAVI3M Tech UK Ltd, UK | ||
| 14.40-15.00 | [2A5] Automated inspection and reporting of industrial weld coupons A Gilmour1,2, W Jackson1, G Dobie1 and C MacLeod1 1University of Strathclyde, UK 2BAE Systems, UK | [2B2] Deploying terahertz waves: experiences in battery electrode manufacturing P Taday TeraView Ltd, UK | [2C2] Passive muon imaging as a dual-purpose inspection and monitoring tool for industrial assets N Zabari, K Katrankova, M Dobrowols and R Bożek Muotech, Poland | ||
| 15.00-15.20 | [2A6] Automated robotic magnetic Barkhausen noise measurement via sensor-driven pose and contact control X Pang, S She and W Yin University of Manchester, UK | [2B3] Terahertz technologies for non-destructive testing M Eisele Toptica Photonics SE, Germany | [2C3] THIS SLOT IS AVAILABLE FOR A LATE SUBMISSION | ||
| 15.20-16.00 | Tea, Coffee and Exhibition – Exhibition Hall 3 | ||||
| Session 2B – Terahertz for NDT Chair: Dr M Naftaly Room: Wenlock 1 & 2 | Session 2C – Phased array Chair: Dr E Mohseni Room: Wenlock 3 & 4 | ||||
| 16.00-16.20 | [2B4] Detecting corrosion under insulation with Subtera’s STAR D Haskett Subtera Ltd, UK | [2C4] Phased array ultrasonic testing of socket welds R Jenkins Uniper Technologies Ltd, UK | |||
| 16.20-16.40 | [2B5] Terahertz nondestructive evaluation for industry D Citrin Georgia Institute of Technology, USA | [2C5] Design of a high-power excitation system for EMAT guided waves based on a full-bridge inverter J Xiao, J Ou, Y Li, X Li, X Li and W Wu Wuhan University of Technology, China | |||
| 16.40-17.00 | [2B6] Terahertz personnel certification: routes, benefits and a practical pathway for an emerging non-destructive testing method H Garlick BINDT, UK | [2C6] THIS SLOT IS AVAILABLE FOR A LATE SUBMISSION | |||
| 17.00-17.20 | [2B7] Terahertz NDT applications at NPL M Naftaly National Physical Laboratory, UK | ||||
| 17.20-17.30 | Closing SIG4 co-leads | ||||
| 17.30 | Conference close for the day | ||||
| Wednesday 9 September 2026 | |||
| 08.00 | Registration, Tea and Coffee – Exhibition Hall 3 Foyer Exhibition – Exhibition Hall 3 | ||
| 09.00-09.30 | Plenary Paper – The evolving landscape of NDT in the UK Dr T Barden, Rolls-Royce plc, UK Chair: J Taylor, President of BINDT, UK Room: Ironbridge 1 | ||
| 09.30-09.40 | Ten-minute comfort break | ||
| Session 3A – RCNDE Showcase: Automated and robotic NDT Chair: Dr C Brett Room: Ironbridge 1 | Session 3B – NDE 4.0 Chair: T O'Hare Room: Wenlock 1 & 2 | Session 3C – Ultrasonics Chair: Dr E Mohseni Room: Wenlock 3 & 4 | |
| 09.40-10.00 | [3A1] CAD-free, fixtureless automated immersion inspection through ultrasound-driven surface adaptation with a linear phased array R Moos University of Strathclyde, UK | [3B1] Digital twins for industrial X-ray and CT inspection systems: an asset administration shell approach D Beck and F Herold VisiConsult X-ray & Solutions GmbH, Germany | [3C1] Damage-index-guided time-frequency 2D-CNN learning for internal defect in titanium alloy using ultrasonic A-scan signals Z Qin1, H Liu1, P Li1, B Wang1, D Liu2 and Z Qian1 1Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics (NUAA), China 2University of East Anglia, UK |
| 10.00-10.20 | [3A2] Robo-SRAS: in-situ material characterisation of arbitrary geometries using laser ultrasonics M Todd, W Li, R Patel, R Smith and M Clark University of Nottingham, UK | [3B2] Inspection 4.0: unlocking AM design freedom T Maw, W Vesga, H Leach, J Chamberlin and H Greenhalgh The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) Ltd, UK | [3C2] Characterisation of polycrystalline materials through ultrasonic imaging I Aizpurua-Maestre1, J L Lanzagorta1, U Arregi1, U Iparragirre1, I Sanchez1, J Mendikute1 and L Galdos2 1IDEKO – Basque Research and Technology Alliance, Spain 2Faculty of Engineering of Mondragon Unibertsitatea, Spain |
| 10.20- 11.00 | Tea, Coffee and Exhibition – Exhibition Hall 3 | ||
| Session 3A – RCNDE Showcase: Ultrasonics Chair: P Loftus Room: Ironbridge 1 | Session 3B – NDE 4.0 continued Chair: T O’Hare Room: Wenlock 1 & 2 | Session 3C – AI in aerospace Chair: T Bertenshaw Room: Wenlock 3 & 4 | |
| 11.00-11.20 | [4A1] Feature segmentation for ultrasonic non-destructive testing of carbon fibre-reinforced polymers M Kwasnik1, V Tunukovic1, E Mohseni1, S G Pierce1, A Hamilton2, R K W Vithanage1, C N MacLeod1, G Munro3 and C Smith3 1University of Strathclyde, UK 2Digital Process Manufacturing Centre (DPMC), UK 3Aerospace Innovation Centre (AIC), UK | [3B3] Beyond the core: advanced ECA inspection solutions in nuclear power plants C Tremblay, S Loffredo, M Bouchard and L Hallal Eddyfi Technologies, Canada | [3C3] Barriers to the adoption of AI in the aerospace NDT industry T Bertenshaw GKN Aerospace Services Ltd, UK |
| 11.20-11.40 | [4A2] Extraction of metallic material microstructure grain size from total focusing ultrasonic images J Zhang University of Bristol, UK | [3B4] A review of surface eddy current array use in industry J M Watson TWI Ltd, UK | [3C4] Radio-transparent turntables in digital radiography: optimising access for complex aerospace components J Deacon GKN Aerospace Filton, UK |
| 11.40-12.00 | [4A3] Using dual linear array transmission-receive longitudinal (DLA TRL) to inspect thin-walled stainless steel nuclear assets S Serjeant, C MacLeod and E Mohseni University of Strathclyde, UK | [3B5] VR-enhanced tools for training of NDT inspectors, procedure testing and welders Speaker to be confirmed | [3C5] THIS SLOT IS AVAILABLE FOR A LATE SUBMISSION |
| 12.00-12.15 | BINDT’s strategy for serving the NDT, CM and SHM community: an update D Gilbert, CEO, BINDT, UK Room: Ironbridge 1 | ||
| 12.15-12.30 | Apprenticeships: the NDT success story S Cunningham, Lavender International NDT Consultancy Services Ltd, UK Room: Ironbridge 1 | ||
| 12.30- 14.00 12.30-13.00 13.00-13.30 | Lunch and Exhibition – Exhibition Hall 3 BINDT Annual General Meeting (AGM) – Ironbridge 1 Followed by Lunch and Exhibition – Exhibition Hall 3 Benevolent Fund Annual General Meeting (AGM) – Ironbridge 1 Followed by Lunch and Exhibition – Exhibition Hall 3 | ||
| 14.00- 14.40 | President’s Honour Lecture: Bridging the gap: turning innovation into industrial practice Dr C Brett, RCNDE, UK Chair: J Taylor, President of BINDT, UK Room: Ironbridge 1 | ||
| Session 4B – Electromagnetics Chair: Dr J Watson Room: Wenlock 1 & 2 | Session 4C – Automated and robotic NDT Chair: S Walker Room: Wenlock 3 & 4 | ||
| 14.40-15.00 | [4B1] Diamond quantum sensors for non-destructive testing: application to additive manufacturing B Vindolet, G Bourcin, H N Nguyen and T Hingant Kwan-tek, France | [4C1] A revolutionary ultrasonic thickness gauge: PM10 from Yushi Instruments, China A Liu1, M Soare2 and M Valentin Predoi3 1Yushi Instruments, China 2Sunrise Materia Research & Innovation (Suma Rei), Romania 3Politehnica University of Bucharest, Romania | |
| 15.00-15.20 | [4B2] Eddy current testing for non-destructive inspection of carbon fibre-reinforced polymer multistrand cables F Bolinhas1, J de la Cuesta2, S Cooley2, T G Santos1,3 and M A Machado1,3 1Universidade Nova de Lisboa, Portugal 2Future Fibres Rigging Systems, Spain 3Laboratório Associado de Sistemas Inteligentes (LASI), Portugal | [4C2] Complementary use of volumetric and surface non-destructive techniques for the detection and evaluation of stress corrosion cracking in critical energy assets A Raude1, F Turcu1 and G Morais2 1Evident Europe GmbH, France 2Evident, Canada Presented by G Luckett, Evident Europe GmbH, UK | |
| 15.20-15.40 | [4B3] Development of robotic eddy current array inspections for complex geometries A D’Amours, S Loffredo, S Grond and M Bouchard Eddyfi Technologies, Canada | [4C3] Virtual-reality-based programming-by-demonstration system for automated robotic ultrasonic inspection S Ramezani Talabari1, R K W Vithanage1, S G Pierce1, E Mohseni1, K-H Lam2, G Munro3 and T O’Hare4 1University of Strathclyde, UK 2University of Glasgow, UK 3Boeing Aerospace Innovation Centre, Glasgow Prestwick Airport, UK 4Short Brothers, a Boeing Company, UK | |
| 15.40- 16.35 | Tea, Coffee and Exhibition – Exhibition Hall 3 | ||
| 16.35 18.15-23.00 | Conference close for the day Pre-dinner drinks, Awards Ceremony and Conference Dinner – Ironbridge 2 18.15 Pre-dinner drinks and nibbles and everyone to be seated 18.40-19.25 Awards Ceremony (45 minutes) 19.25-19.30 Comfort break 19.30-19.40 Welcome and introductions 19.40-21.40 Conference Dinner 21.40-21.55 Speeches 21.55-22.30 Raffle and auction | ||
| Thursday 10 September 2026 | |||
| 08.00 | Registration, Tea and Coffee – Ironbridge 1 & 2 | ||
| 09.15-09.45 | Plenary Paper: Historical women apprentices of World War I Dr K Kirk, University of Northampton, UK Chair: J Taylor, President of BINDT, UK Room: Ironbridge 1 & 2 | ||
| Session 5A – NDT Careers Day Chair: Dr K Kirk Room: Ironbridge 1 & 2 | Session 5B – To be confirmed Chair: Dr N Brierley Room: Wenlock 1 & 2 | Session 5C – BINDT's Committees and Groups Chair: C Bull Room: to be confirmed | |
09.45-15.00 | Careers Fair – Ironbridge 1 & 2 | ||
| 09.45-10.05 | [5A1] Discovering the invisible: understanding NDT, the industry and career pathways S Cunningham1 and R Mulholland2 1Lavender International NDT, UK 2BINDT, UK | [5B1] Advances in X-ray CT of large and dense AM components N Brierley, K Mrzljak, M von Schmid, M Weiß, B Zengerling and O Günnewig diondo GmbH, Germany | [5C3] Activities of the BINDT NDT for Civil Engineering Working Group H Murtaza The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC), UK |
| 10.05-10.25 | [5A2] Title to be confirmed T Murphy Intertek Group plc, UK | [5B2] Evaluation of flexible digital detector arrays against the ISO and ASME weld radiography standards S Burch and L Zhao ESR Technology Ltd, UK | [5C1] THIS SLOT IS AVAILABLE FOR A LATE SUBMISSION |
| 10.25-10.45 | [5A3] Title to be confirmed Speaker to be confirmed Rolls-Royce plc, UK | [5B3] A comparison study of linear stages and robotic arms for digital tomosynthesis L Eley University of Liverpool, UK | [5C2] THIS SLOT IS AVAILABLE FOR A LATE SUBMISSION |
| 10.45-11.45 | Careers Fair, Tea and Coffee – Ironbridge 1 & 2 Intertek Group plc, UK Lavender International NDT Consultancy Services Ltd, UK Rolls-Royce plc, UK The Validation Centre (TVC) Ltd, UK University of Northampton, UK VisiConsult X-ray Systems & Solutions GmbH, Germany | ||
| Session 6A – NDT Careers Day continued Chair: S Cunningham Room: Ironbridge 1 & 2 | Session 6B – To be confirmed Chair: To be confirmed Room: Wenlock 1 & 2 | Session 6C – BINDT's Committees and Groups Chair: To be confirmed Room: To be confirmed | |
| 11.45-12.05 | [6A1] Title to be confirmed D Pirie CAN (Offshore) Ltd, UK | [6B1] THIS SLOT IS AVAILABLE FOR A LATE SUBMISSION | [6C1] THIS SLOT IS AVAILABLE FOR A LATE SUBMISSION |
| 12.05-12.25 | [6A2] University of Northampton Level 6 apprenticeships K Kirk University of Northampton, UK | [6B2] THIS SLOT IS AVAILABLE FOR A LATE SUBMISSION | [6C2] THIS SLOT IS AVAILABLE FOR A LATE SUBMISSION |
| 12.25-12.45 | [6A3] My experience as an NDT degree apprentice L Turner Rolls-Royce plc, UK | ||
| 12.45-13.15 | Panel Q&A – Ironbridge 1 & 2 D Pirie, CAN (Offshore) Ltd, UK T Fletcher, Intertek Group plc, UK K Kirk, University of Northampton, UK and two NDT apprentices Hosted by S Cunningham1 and R Mulholland2 1Lavender International NDT, UK 2BINDT, UK | ||
| 13.15-14.30 | Careers Fair, Demonstrations, Lunch, Tea and Coffee Room: Ironbridge 1 & 2 | ||
| 14.30 | Conference close William Gardner Award winner | ||
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