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The global network driving sustainability and circularity in the materials cycle, IOM3 advances materials, minerals, and mining through science, engineering, and professional recognition.

Many disciplines.
One community.
Shaping the future.

#WeAreIOM3
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This #GivingTuesday, we're grateful to our volunteers and community for their continued generosity and commitment in helping us bring value to the industry in all that we do.

Find out more about our history and the Education and Outreach Trust 👉 iom3.info/3XuGvmy
Giving Tuesday logo on IOM3 branded background.
December 2, 2025 at 10:41 AM
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#IOM3Policy | Autumn Budget

UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves outlined her economic priorities in the 2025 Autumn Budget yesterday.

We cover the essentials of what this means for our members and the wider community.

Read the key takeaways 👉 iom3.info/4is2291
IOM3 CEO Colin Church headshot with text: 'We are at a pivotal moment in UK policy development, and the vital role of materials, minerals and mining is unmistakably clear – from the government’s Industrial Strategy and recently published Critical Minerals Strategy, to the forthcoming Circular Economy Growth Plan for England. It is essential that the government’s economic priorities enable effective delivery across these areas and support the step change required to transition the UK to a low-carbon, resilient and resource-efficient society. It is, therefore, disappointing not to see greater recognition of our key industries and the value they bring in today’s budget speech. However, the emphasis on supporting businesses to develop in the UK and ongoing investment in clean energy and advanced materials is welcome.’
November 27, 2025 at 12:20 PM
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Director of Membership, Paul Skerry CEng FICE FCInstCES FIMMM and Membership Development Manager, Jamie Graham (MIMMM) are at ABMEC Conference.

It's great to meet professionals in our community and discuss their goals in #ProfessionalRegistration & #Training.

If you're around, stop by our stand 👋
In a photograph, IOM3 Director of Membership Paul Skerry FIMMM at the IOM3 stand at ABMEC.
November 27, 2025 at 9:44 AM
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Last evening, we celebrated new Fellows of the Institute of Materials, Minerals & Mining for the year 2025, as well as the finalists and winners for the Sustainable Future Awards 2025.

Congratulations to the winners and a warm welcome to a new cohort of Fellows!

Read more 👉 iom3.info/48sS0AY
Two photos on a branded background. On the bottom right, a photo of the winners of the Sustainable Future Awards 2025 with IOM3 Vice President Mike Clinch FIMMM and on the top left, a photo of the new Fellows of IOM3.
November 21, 2025 at 4:58 PM
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We’re pleased to have taken part in the 2025 #EDI Progression Framework from the Royal Academy of Engineering and the Science Council

As one of 45 institutions involved, we carried out a self-assessment across ten areas of activity

Read more 👉 bit.ly/3X7Axrr

#EngDiversity
The Royal Academy of Engineering and Science Council’s Progression Framework Report 2025. Text highlights equity, diversity and inclusion benchmarking for the science and engineering sector. Three hexagonal photos show lab and engineering environments, including a smiling engineer, a researcher and a scientist working with lab equipment. The campaign hashtag is #EngDiversity
November 20, 2025 at 5:07 PM
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Today is the start of UK Disability History Month 2025. As engineers and materials scientists, we have a crucial role to play in creating an accessible, equitable world. As Animesh Anand MIMMM, Vice Chair of IOM3 Ably Different in Materials, Minerals & Mining (ADM3) Group, reminds us.

#UKDHM2025
Headshot of Animesh Anand MIMMM, Vice-chair of Ably Different in Materials, Minerals & Mining Group, and his quote. Text says: "Engineering is integral to the lives of disabled people, pushing for the right to Autonomy. Assistive Technologies, and Rehabilitation Engineering are sectors that are vital to the quality of life; by providing essential tools and ensuring accessible environments, engineers remove barriers, providing a powerful standpoint against neglect."
November 20, 2025 at 10:17 AM
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Tomorrow’s the big day!

M3P3 unites all 22 technical communities for two days of knowledge sharing and great conversations

Follow live on #IOM3Events LinkedIn 👉 iom3.info/iom3-events-...

Join the conversation #M3P3

Huge thanks to our staff, volunteers, speakers and members
November 10, 2025 at 6:30 PM
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#IOM3Investigates | IOM3 Membership Development Manager Jamie Graham MIMMM speaks with Tyler Harvey-Cowlishaw RSci, of the Science Apprenticeship Forum, and Catherine Perry, of Royal Society of Chemistry, about #Apprenticeships and #ProfessionalDevelopment.

Listen to the episode 👉 iom3.info/3Lqcbqn
Purple graphic for IOM3 Investigates podcast episode, titled, Pathways for Science Technicians
November 6, 2025 at 12:38 PM
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One week until #M3P3 🎉

The materials, minerals and mining community meets in Birmingham next week.

Hear from leaders shaping skills, sustainability and innovation + dive into sessions on AI in mining, decarbonisation, future materials and more.

Final places 👉 iom3.info/m3p3
November 5, 2025 at 10:16 AM
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#TrusteesWeek

Our trustees volunteer their time and expertise to ensure we serve our community effectively. Thank you for your dedication and leadership. Your work strengthens our community and advances the materials, minerals and mining professions.

Find out more 👉 iom3.info/3JzlPGy
Graphic celebrating Trustees' Week between 3-7 November on an IOM3-branded background.
November 3, 2025 at 11:52 AM
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@iom3library.bsky.social | Access the IOM3 library

We're celebrating #InternationalDayofLibraries on 24 October today with IOM3 Librarian Sarah Daniels 📚

In this blog, Sarah shares some historical documents from our Library in Grantham to mark the day.

Read here 👉 iom3.info/4ogrRLh
October 24, 2025 at 12:20 PM
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#IOM3Investigates | Rewind to the first episode ⏪

We're releasing a re-edited version of the first episode of IOM3 Investigates with IOM3 CEO Dr Colin Church CEnvFIMMM and Prof Margaret Bates FIMMM from OPRL on sustainability and packaging.

Listen to the podcast 👉 iom3.info/4nfvcZT
IOM3 Investigates podcast's artwork with podcast title, 'The environment Part 1: Sustainable Packaging'
October 23, 2025 at 1:31 PM
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#M3P3 | #INFORM Roundtable Series

Two days of roundtables connecting leading organisations to discuss the future of materials, minerals, and mining. From critical materials and circularity to skills, defence and digital innovation.

👉 iom3.info/m3p3
October 23, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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From students and early career to experienced professionals, #M3P3 is your chance to connect, learn & be part of something bigger in materials, minerals & mining

Hear from Dr Richard Oblath CEng FIMMM, Chair of the Technical Communities Board, & download the CPD rationale doc 👉 iom3.info/4q9y1hC
IOM3 flagship event M3P3, taking place 11–12 November 2025. The image features a quote from Dr Richard M Oblath, Chair of the IOM3 Technical Communities Board: 'From early career to experienced professionals, M3P3 is a valuable opportunity to connect, learn and be part of something bigger. I encourage you to register, attend and share this with colleagues, even those not yet a member of IOM3.'
October 15, 2025 at 3:19 PM
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IOM3 President Christine Blackmore CEnv CSci FIMMM was recently invited by the Honorary Secretary of The Scottish Association for Metals (SAM), Dr John Wilcox CEng MIMMM, for a visit.

Read about her visit 👉 iom3.info/492Ly4p

Credits: Tatyana Konkova FIMMM
Photo of IOM3 President Christine Blackmore addressing students at the University of Strathclyde. Set in an IOM3 branded background.
October 14, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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#IOM3Investigates 🎙️

Sarah Morgan hosts a conversation with David Giltner, Professor Charlotte Deane, and Gareth Cave, exploring the challenges and opportunities of bringing breakthrough research out of academia, into the public realm.

Listen to the podcast 👉 iom3.info/4nES5qx
IOM3 Investigates podcast asset with text: Translating Research into Action.
October 10, 2025 at 4:15 PM
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It's Gift Aid Awareness Day today!

We're associated with the IOM3 Education & Outreach Trust and the Members’ Benevolent Trust. As a UK taxpayer, you can Gift Aid your donation to these charities.

Find out more and how to donate 👉️ iom3.info/4h51d5d

#GiftAidAwarenessDay #TickTheBox
Gift Aid Awareness Day 9 October, logo on an IOM3 background with IOM3 logo.
October 9, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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Join our #IOM3Membership roundtables at #M3P3

Connect with members, volunteers and sector leaders to share ideas

Topics include policy, digital innovation, professional registration and collaboration

Our team will be on hand to chat about membership too!

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M3P3, 11-12 November at Millennium Point, Birmingham. Shows four flags for the event’s pillars: Connect, Inspire, Collaborate and Progress. Includes a map of the UK with a pin on Birmingham.
October 8, 2025 at 3:33 PM
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#IOM3Policy | We’ve joined the Institution of Chemical Engineers (#IChemE) and the Royal Society of Chemistry
@rsc.org to publish a joint report that identifies critical jobs and skills gaps stalling the UK’s ability to deliver a successful circular economy.

Read the report 👉 iom3.info/3WhAhpd
First page of the report titled 'Jobs and skills for a circular economy: a cross-sector perspective from the chemical and materials science and engineering communities' on an IOM3-branded colourful background. Also includes logos of IOM3, Institution of Chemical Engineers, and Royal Society of Chemistry.
October 2, 2025 at 9:33 AM
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We’re delighted to share that six of our members have been elected Fellows of the @raeng.org.uk this year.

Congratulations to all, and thank you for being part of our community.

Read the full news release 👉 iom3.info/46D5rw1

#RAEngFellows
Headshots of new Fellows of the Royal Academy of Engineering on a colourful geometric background. From L-R, top row: Dr Eleanor Schofield, Professor Ranjith Pathegama Gamage, Professor John KilnerFrom L-R, bottom row: Dr David Cole, Professor Jonathan Knowles, Professor Stephen Eichhorn
September 26, 2025 at 11:32 AM
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It’s a double celebration for us tonight at #MemcomAwards 🎉

Our Immediate Past President, Dr Kate Thornton CEng CSci FIMMM, has received the Highly Commended award for Best President at #Memcom! We’re incredibly grateful for Kate's continued commitment and leadership. Congratulations!
IOM3 Immediate Past President Dr Kate Thornton receives 'Highly Commended' under the 'Best President' category at Memcom Excellence Awards.
September 25, 2025 at 9:40 PM
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We’re so happy to share that our Events team, Melanie Boyce, Sorcha Donnelly and James Kin Wai Lee have won the Highly Commended award for Best Event Management for FEMS - Federation of European Materials Societies Junior EUROMAT 2024 at Memcom 🎊 🙌
IOM3 Events Senior Project Manager Sorcha Donnelly and IOM3 Head of Events Melanie Boyce receiving the 'Highly Commended' Award at the Memcom Excellence Awards, under the category 'Best Event Management'.
September 25, 2025 at 9:03 PM
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#M3P3 | Topical knowledge exchange sessions

Join sessions on AI, circular economy, critical materials, UK skills, infrastructure and more.

Bringing together 22 IOM3 technical communities to shape the future of materials, minerals and mining.

Register today: iom3.info/m3p3
M3P3, 11-12 November at Millennium Point, Birmingham. Shows four flags for the event’s pillars: Connect, Inspire, Collaborate and Progress. Includes a map of the UK with a pin on Birmingham.
September 25, 2025 at 1:11 PM
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This #RecycleWeek, we're re-releasing an episode of #IOM3Investigates where IOM3 CEO Dr Colin Church CEnv FIMMM is joined by Dr Adam Read MBE FIMMM & Linda Barron to discuss the importance of better product design to enable a more sustainable and #CirculareEconomy

Listen 👉 iom3.info/4pKKg48
IOM3 Investigates podcast with title 'The Environment Part 2: Design for End of Life' as part of #RecycleWeek
September 25, 2025 at 11:07 AM
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We’re marking #RecycleWeek with Recycle Now from 22–28 September to highlight the small actions that make a big impact on the road to #netzero.

At IOM3, we’re also working towards a more sustainable workplace, and our London headquarters was awarded the ECOsmart Gold award 👉 iom3.info/4lTWSU5
Recycle Week 2025 graphic with Recycle Now logo and IOM3 logo on a blue and green background. Graphic also has text saying, 'We're proud to celebrate Recycle Week 22-28 September'.
September 22, 2025 at 4:01 PM