December 2025

Manufacturing Chemist - Response to the Budget from the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE)

IChemE’s Chief Executive Officer, Yvonne Baker, commented: "Most of the interest around this budget has been on the big picture tax questions facing the government, but we should not forget that budgets are crucial opportunities for the government to make the serious investments needed to achieve stated goals on growth and clean energy.”

The Manufacturer - Can the UK chemical industry keep pace with global rivals?

A recent visit to China revealed just how far the UK’s once-thriving chemicals sector lags, held back by rising costs, skills shortages and disjointed support. Could increasing our collective appetite for risk secure survival and unlock new growth?

Engineering Update - Strengthening careers through the Gatsby Benchmarks

Rachel Bibby, Director of Member Experience & Professional Learning at IChemE, a global professional body for chemical engineers, analyses how the Gatsby framework supports engineering careers and where chemical engineering can add depth and direction.

IOM3 - Closing the loop on skills shortages

The benefits of a circular economy are well documented, and the urgency of delivery is increasingly clear. From enabling sustainable growth and building resource security, to job creation and emissions reductions, circularity unlocks economic, social and environmental value.