Listed below are links to recordings of recent EEMUA podcast episodes. If you have an idea for a future podcast, please send an outline to online-learning@eemua.org
Wrapping Up the Year: Reflections and Revelations
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EEMUA’s Chief Executive Stefan Kukula reflects on 2024, a year filled with successful online and in-person seminars across varied topics, significant contributions on technical committees, numerous publications, and globally recognised training courses. Among the highlights of the year was winning the Industrial Process News Award for Training Company of the Year for the third consecutive time.
The Ageing Plant Dilemma: Balancing Risk and Reward
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This episode explores the challenges and strategies associated with managing ageing industrial equipment. The discussion focuses on the complexities of maintaining and upgrading ageing plant, particularly in industries such as petrochemicals and nuclear.
Participants: Nick Deavin (AWE) and Philip Enegela (INEOS)
Engineering and EEMUA: Megan Backhouse's Unique Journey
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In this episode, host Deovonne Ferreira interviews Megan Backhouse, a previous recipient of the Early Years Industry Award. Megan recounts her unique path into the engineering field. She discusses the hurdles she has faced, some of her projects and underscores the value of mentorship.
Navigating the Perfect Storm: Industry Upheavals and Technological Shifts
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This podcast episode delves into various industry upheavals and the combined effects of shifts to mitigate climate change, the energy transition, geopolitical challenges, and the increasing adoption of new technology. The discussion, led by Stefan Kukula, explores the impact of these factors on industrial operations and the challenges faced by stakeholders.
The guests, Matt Cleaver and Margit Blok, share insights, highlighting the need to reduce energy reliance, repurpose equipment, and navigate changing trading relationships. They discuss the difficulties of adapting to new energy sources, skill shortages in the industry, and the potential role of artificial intelligence in addressing labor gaps. Furthermore, the podcast explores the lingering impacts of the global pandemic, including postponed maintenance and inspection schedules. The guests reflect on the positive aspects of remote working practices and the increased reliance on technology. Overall, the episode presents a comprehensive view of the challenges and opportunities facing industrial asset operators in today's rapidly changing landscape.
INWED Podcasts
ENHANCED BY ENGINEERING #INWED24
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In this INWED 2024 episode, Host Kat Wruck welcomes Deovonne Ferreira, Head of Membership at EEMUA. They discuss Deovonne's role at EEMUA, her career journey and what keeps her passionate about her work. Tune in for an insightful and celebratory conversation!
Making Safety Seen: Inclusive Engineering and the Impact on Equality #INWED2023
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Topics include:
- Inclusive Engineering
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Social and Governance rating
Participants: Sarah Juliff, Megan Backhouse and Margit Blok