IRTE Launches Inaugural HGV Skills Challenge in Partnership with DAF Trucks

This new competition celebrates the UK’s top HGV engineers and technicians. Building upon the success of the Bus and Coach Skills Challenge, it's time for HGVs to take the spotlight. Join us in recognising skill, precision, and the people keeping Britain moving.

IRTE Bus and Coach Skills Challenge 2025, The Industry’s Brightest Talent, One Unmissable Event

The IRTE Bus and Coach Skills Challenge 2025 showcased the UK’s top PSV talent in a three-day live competition backed by industry leaders.

Operations Engineer June 2025

The June 2025 issue of Operations Engineer explores AI-powered industrial automation, Combilift’s latest forklift truck technology, how CIP systems deliver operational advantages, and the waves of innovation driving growth in the UK’s marine engineering sector

Transport Engineer June 2025

The June 2025 issue of Transport Engineer explores major LCV design changes, a new scheme raising workshop maintenance standards, and whether fleets are ready to meet emission targets, while highlighting a standards game-changer reshaping compliance

Back with a Spark: VARTA by Clarios returns to supercharges the 2025 IRTE Skills challenge as silver sponsor

VARTA powered up the 2025 IRTE Skills Challenge as a proud Silver Sponsor, championing innovation and the next generation of HGV and PSV engineering talent.

Alexander Dennis Returns as Platinum Sponsor for 2025 IRTE Skills Challenge

Alexander Dennis, the UK’s largest bus and coach manufacturer, strengthens their commitment to technician training and industry excellence.

IRTE Northern Centre Members Visit Fox Group’s Hurt Plant Hire Facility

IRTE Northern Centre members were given exclusive access to Fox Group’s Hurt Plant Hire facility in Leyland, complete with a behind-the-scenes tour, fleet insights, and a Q&A with CEO Paul Fox.

Improving Member Access: Changes to SOE Regions

In 2024, the SOE undertook a full review of our regional structure to ensure that every member benefits from meaningful professional development opportunities, regardless of where they are based.

SOE News Spring 2025

This edition of SOE News highlights the MPRS scheme, the IRTE's presence at the CV show and record breaking number of entries for this year's Skills' Challenge.

Celebrating Excellence: SOE Honours Corporal Adam Cowen at the REME Engineering Awards 2025

Engineering excellence, leadership under pressure, and frontline innovation, the REME Engineering Awards 2025 shone a light on the Corps' finest.

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