Press releases

Finalists announced for the IChemE Global Awards 2020 new webinar series
14th September 2020

Finalists announced for the IChemE Global Awards 2020 new webinar series

More than 120 finalist entries are in with a chance of winning a trophy for excellence in chemical, biochemical and process engineering in the IChemE Global Awards 2020.
Leading process engineer awarded IChemE medal
8th September 2020

Leading process engineer awarded IChemE medal

Chemical engineer Fenella Nordquist, chief technical advisor for KBR UK, has been presented with the Greene Medal by the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE)
IChemE calls for nominations for medals and prizes
1st September 2020

IChemE calls for nominations for medals and prizes

Do you know a chemical engineer who deserves recognition for their contribution to the profession? Or maybe a volunteer who has given exceptional service to the Institution? Are you aware of a team...
IChemE seeks your centenary stories
28th August 2020

IChemE seeks your centenary stories

In preparation for the celebration of its centenary in 2022, the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) is calling on members to share their stories which honour the valuable work of chemical e...
Finalists announced for first-ever virtual Malaysia Awards ceremony
26th August 2020

Finalists announced for first-ever virtual Malaysia Awards ceremony

Thirty-one finalist entries are in with a chance of winning a prize for excellence and innovation in chemical, biochemical and process engineering at IChemE's first-ever virtual Malaysia Awards.
IChemE launches new online Knowledge Hub
20th August 2020

IChemE launches new online Knowledge Hub

The Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) has today formally launched its Knowledge Hub, a virtual library for process engineers to access thousands of resources developed across IChemE.
IChemE reaction to the chemical explosion in Beirut
5th August 2020

IChemE reaction to the chemical explosion in Beirut

On 4 August 2020, an explosion occurred at a warehouse storing ammonium nitrate in Beirut, Lebanon. It has been reported by international media that at least 137 people have died and 5,000 injured....
IChemE gives first level 3 apprenticeship qualification stamp of approval to Reynolds Training Services
4th August 2020

IChemE gives first level 3 apprenticeship qualification stamp of approval to Reynolds Training Services

High hazards training provider Reynolds Training Services has had its qualification approved by the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) - the first level 3 diploma to be approved by IChemE.
New technical textbooks available on Knovel app
23rd July 2020

New technical textbooks available on Knovel app

IChemE members can now access 25 new books on the online resource, Knovel, and on the associated app, which is now available to members.
First Impact Factor for sustainable production journal
16th July 2020

First Impact Factor for sustainable production journal

The Institution of Chemical Engineers’ (IChemE) Sustainable Production and Consumption (SPC) journal has been awarded its first ever Impact Factor.
First semi-virtual IChemE degree accreditation awarded to Heriot-Watt during COVID-19
6th July 2020

First semi-virtual IChemE degree accreditation awarded to Heriot-Watt during COVID-19

Heriot-Watt University has had its chemical engineering degree programmes at its campuses in Dubai and Malaysia accredited semi-virtually by IChemE.
IChemE opens consultation on Climate Change position
6th July 2020

IChemE opens consultation on Climate Change position

The Institution for Chemical Engineers (IChemE) has today launched a consultation on its climate change position statement. The consultation will give IChemE members the opportunity to provide feed...