The British Geotechnical Association (BGA) is the principal association for geotechnical engineers in the UK.
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The BGA is pleased to invite entries for the Fleming Competition. This is held annually to commemorate the life and work of Dr Ken Fleming and to recognise excellence in the practical application of geotechnics in a project or a part of a project. Deadline is midnight on 18th October 2026
The October 2026 issue of Ground Engineering is available on line. Online access to Ground Engineering (GE) is included in BGA subscriptions.
The British Geotechnical Association (BGA) is proud to be supporting the New Civil Engineer (NCE) Tunnelling Conference & Awards 2026, taking place on 3 December 2026 at the Hilton London Bankside.
The GE August/September 2026 issue is out now
In Memory of Professor Chris Clayton 20/03/1948 – 02/07/2026
The British Geotechnical Association is very sad to hear that Professor Chris Clayton has passed away.
The BGA is pleased to announce that the BGA Chair Yuli Doulala-Rigby has received the 2026 President's Medal
The BGA is pleased to announce that Tony Suckling has received the 2026 John Mitchell Award
The British Geotechnical Association is grateful for the support of Corporate Members, and the organisations that the BGA Executive Committee members belong to.
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