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IQ Trustee Board Elections 2024
Sep 3, 2024
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The applications for the IQ Trustee Board positions are now in. IQ are pleased to announce five excellent candidates for you to consider ...
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Blast off for new Diploma in Surface Mining Explosives Engineering
The Institute of Quarrying, EPC Groupe and the University of Derby have collaborated to develop a new, accredited University Diploma in ...
Aug 20, 2024
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Achieving more together at Hillhead
Membership organisations demonstrate commitment to the industry The Institute of Quarrying (IQ) and The Mineral Products Qualifications ...
Aug 20, 2024
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Case Study: Blasting Down CO² at Mountsorrel Quarry
As part of IQ's 'Artificial Intelligence – mining data for CO2 reductions' release in September 2024's edition of QM Magazine (available to ...
Aug 9, 2024
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Strategic Safety Forum for health and safety in the mineral products sector
Five sector organisations unite as the Strategic Safety Forum. A major strategic initiative to improve health and safety in the mineral ...
Jun 20, 2024
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Launch of the new Heavy Clay Technology Association (HCTa)
Individuals working within the Heavy Clay sector have a new organisation to support them with professional development opportunities, the ...
Feb 14, 2024
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Making the most of your IQ membership
The Institute of Quarrying was founded over 100 years ago by four people with a vision for the mineral products industry. They wanted the ...
Jan 12, 2024
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Recognising the achievements of industry professionals
Senior quarrying and mineral products industry figures from all areas of the UK gathered at IET London: Savoy Place on 20 October 2023 for ...
Nov 24, 2023
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Financial grants awarded to industry professionals to support sustainability projects
Three professionals working in the mineral products sector have received a financial grant from the Institute of Quarrying (IQ) to fund ...
Nov 7, 2023
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IQ and IAT celebrate high-performing university students at awards ceremony in London
Students from the University of Derby Centre for Mineral Products have been praised for their outstanding achievements at an awards ...
Oct 25, 2023
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IQ launches new Explosives handbook and diploma
A revised version of the go-to reference handbook Explosives in Quarrying is now available to anyone working in the industry, as well as a ...
Sep 29, 2023
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President's Blog: With standards come improvements in safety
Aug 20, 2024
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Viv Russell
Standards are fundamental to all our activities as an Institute. Over our hundred-year history, we have consistently aimed to advance both ...
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President's Blog: Another successful year at Hillhead
After a bustling few days at the Hillhead show, it's been wonderful to reflect on the incredible industry we are part of. I haven't spoken ...
Jul 26, 2024
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President's Blog: Showcasing the best of our industry
This month, we eagerly anticipate the return of the Hillhead tradeshow exhibition at Buxton, a highlight of the year for many of us. With ...
Jun 7, 2024
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President's Blog: Embracing an everchanging industry
I have had a very busy previous month with the IQ Yorkshire Branch Dinner Dance, an IQ Lancashire Branch meeting and a trip to the IQ ...
May 2, 2024
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President's Blog: A renewed commitment to excellence
The Institute of Quarrying's (IQ) calendar has been bustling with a variety of events already as we complete the first quarter of the year, ...
Apr 2, 2024
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President's Blog: Better Together
It seems that with every year time seems to pass even quicker. I cannot quite believe this month’s column reflects the onset of spring and ...
Mar 11, 2024
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Charting a sustainable future
The transition to a zero-carbon economy is becoming evident as major investments are made in new fuels, more efficient plant, and ...
Feb 2, 2024
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President's Blog: Safety remains the top priority
With a new year beginning, it's a time for both individuals and their employers to pause, reflect, and refocus on the importance of health, ...
Jan 3, 2024
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Reflecting on a remarkable year
It's astonishing that the year is coming to a close, which also marks the final year of my tenure as President of the Institute of ...
Dec 7, 2023
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President's Blog: Celebrating progress and driving agendas
As we approach the end of 2023, the Institute of Quarrying (IQ) remains as active as ever in efforts to advance industry plans. This ...
Nov 14, 2023
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President's Blog: Enhancing professional development opportunities
The UK-wide network of Institute of Quarrying (IQ) branches always provides members with an excellent opportunity to develop their skills ...
Oct 2, 2023
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IQ Derbyshire appoints new Chair
Chris Rowan FIQ has been elected as IQ Derbyshire’s new Chair following the branch’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) last month. Chris ...
May 2, 2024
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Joint letter urges Secretary of State to address mining and minerals skills gap
Six organisations representing thousands of individuals and businesses across the minerals value chain have sent a joint letter to the ...
Aug 19, 2024
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