WELCOME FROM THE NEW CHAIR OF BRITPAVE

“It is a real honour to be the new Chair of Britpave. However, before I say anything else, I want to say a big thank you to Joe Quirke. Joe has led this association with real dedication and steady guidance for the past ten years, and he’s done a fantastic job of strengthening Britpave’s reputation and influence.

I have been involved with Britpave for quite a while myself — in fact, I’ve been part of the Stabilisation Task Group since it began back in 2004. So, I have seen first-hand how the association has developed over the years, how it has adapted to change, and how it has kept pushing for higher standards and better practice across our industry.

Looking back over Britpave’s 30 plus years of work, there is a lot to be proud of. The association has become a respected voice for concrete and cementitious infrastructure — promoting best practice in pavements, soil stabilisation, and sustainable construction. Britpave’s technical guidance and research have shaped how we build roads, railways, and airfields — proving that durable, well-engineered infrastructure is also the most sustainable.

That message — that building things to last is the most responsible thing we can do — feels more important than ever. Because as we all know, the construction industry is facing some real challenges. Rising material and energy costs, tighter budgets, changing regulations, and the urgent drive toward net-zero carbon — all of these are reshaping how we work. Add to that the need to attract and train the next generation of engineers and construction professionals, and it’s clear that we have got plenty to do.

So, as I take on this role, my focus is on building on Britpave’s strong technical foundation while helping the association evolve to meet these new demands. That means continuing to champion the benefits of concrete, cementitious and stabilised solutions, but also making sure Britpave has a strong, credible voice in the sustainability debate — showing that our technologies can play a big part in achieving low-carbon, long-life infrastructure.

It also means working closely with our members, with government, and with the wider industry — sharing knowledge, promoting innovation, and supporting the people who make this sector what it is.

Britpave has always been about collaboration and professionalism — about people who care deeply about doing things properly. I want to keep that spirit going and make sure we stay relevant, forward-looking, and influential for the next generation. The work that we do matters — it does help to underpin the economy, connect communities, and create infrastructure that stands the test of time.”