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President's Blog: Collaboration in Action, Progression for the Future

President's Blog: Collaboration in Action, Progression for the Future

As we move into July, I have been reflecting on two important moments for our sector in recent weeks: the Institute of Quarrying’s ...

Jul 22, 2026 / by Ben Williams

President's Blog: Resilience, Collaboration and the Future of Our Industry

President's Blog: Resilience, Collaboration and the Future of Our Industry

This month sees the bi-annual Hillhead event return, which represents a great opportunity for our members to visit the show and keep ...

Jun 24, 2026 / by Ben Williams

President's Blog: Progress, Partnership and Global Leadership

President's Blog: Progress, Partnership and Global Leadership

With the Hillhead show taking place next month, it’s a reminder that we have nearly reached the halfway stage of 2026. Whilst again it ...

May 28, 2026 / by Ben Williams

President's Blog: When People Lead, Technology Follows

President's Blog: When People Lead, Technology Follows

My role as President of the IQ gives me significant insight into the technological evolution that’s taking place within our sector. ...

Apr 29, 2026 / by Ben Williams

President's Blog: Raising the bar on driving competence and operational skills

President's Blog: Raising the bar on driving competence and operational skills

As many of you know I am passionate about driving standards and skills in our sector, both here in the UK and internationally. I have the ...

Mar 23, 2026 / by Ben Williams

President's Blog: Growing Together as a Professional Community

President's Blog: Growing Together as a Professional Community

Feb 11, 2026 / by Ben Williams

President's Blog: Building Momentum: IQ’s Commitment to Excellence in the Year Ahead

President's Blog: Building Momentum: IQ’s Commitment to Excellence in the Year Ahead

The start of a new year represents the opportunity for us all to look forward and refocus our efforts for the coming months both personally ...

Jan 19, 2026 / by Ben Williams

A Year of Progress, People and Purpose

A Year of Progress, People and Purpose

As we come to the end of 2025, I think many of us are ready for a breather. It has been a busy year right across the industry and across ...

Dec 10, 2025 / by Ben Williams

President's Blog: From Learning to Leadership

President's Blog: From Learning to Leadership

In our profession and sector, we often talk about competence, generally agreed to be a combination of knowledge, skills, and experience. As ...

Nov 27, 2025 / by Ben Williams

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