Welcome to IChemE

We are the leading professional qualifying body for chemical, biochemical and process engineers.

IChemE advances chemical engineering's contribution worldwide for the benefit of society. We support the development of chemical engineering professionals and provide connections to a powerful network of over 37,000 members in more than 100 countries.

We support our members in applying their expertise and experience to make an influential contribution to solving major global challenges. If you're a chemical engineer, student or experienced leader, and want to be part of our vibrant community, join us today.

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New IChemE President focusses on systems thinking and the big picture for process safety

Stephen Richardson, Emeritus Professor of Chemical Engineering at Imperial College London, has been appointed as the 79th President of the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE).

Novel technology addressing climate change concerns wins big at IChemE Global Awards

The University of Birmingham’s Centre for Energy Storage, together with Chinese firm Jinhe Energy, triumphed at the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) Global Awards yesterday (7 November 2019). Their novel technology could be the key to solving a fundamental issue in the climate change debate, regarding the storage of surplus clean energy.

Process engineer recognised with prestigious Women’s Engineering Society Award

Mandy Lester, a Chartered Chemical Engineer working at consultancy company Atkins, was recognised with the Karen Burt Award on 30 October 2019 for her commitment to engineering, addressing sustainability in the water industry and inspiring current and future engineers.

PETRONAS triumphs at IChemE Malaysia Awards 2019

New arbitration procedures published by IChemE

Learning

Develop your chemical engineering skills and knowledge through training, events, and publications.

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Courses

We offer a range of training courses in process safety, personal development and leadership, process operations, process plant, contract and project management, and sustainability.

Journals

Original, peer-reviewed chemical, process and related engineering research.

Chemical Engineering Matters

This is IChemE's technical roadmap, laying out how chemical engineers will help address the major global challenges of water, energy, food and nutrition, and health and wellbeing.

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In-company training

Partnerships

We partner with higher education bodies and organisations within the process industry, to support the development of chemical engineers and chemical engineering around the world.