The engineering sector is operating with renewed confidence as performance, adaptability and expertise become central to long-term value creation. This edition brings together stories that reflect how the industry is aligning commercial strength with technical leadership in a changing environment.

Looking back to 2025, 'Taoglas’ Ben Hannity Named Rising Star in Engineering at Engineering Excellence Awards 2025' reinforces the role of emerging talent in sustaining the sector's progress. Accolades such as this set the benchmark as the sector looks ahead to the 2026 awards cycle, where creativity and sustainable practice will define new standards.

In addition, 'Virtusa acquires Valentia Partners to expand engineering advisory in finance' reflects the growing importance of advisory depth alongside technical delivery. The move highlights how engineering expertise is increasingly intersecting with strategic decision-making in regulated and data-driven industries.

Lastly, 'McLaughlin & Harvey posts strong growth across construction and civil engineering' captures a period where disciplined execution and scale have translated into measurable momentum. The result speaks to a wider sector focus on resilience, delivery capability and sustained investment across complex project portfolios.

Together, these stories frame an industry defined by performance, foresight and the leadership required to shape its next phase.

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