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Dr Peter Flewitt was a beloved and respected academic, whose contributions to materials science and to IOM3 will be greatly missed.

Dr Peter Hackett was a respected figure in the field of mining education and the former Principal of the Camborne School of Mines

Sir John Collyear had a key role in several major industry and research organisations and was instrumental in bringing about the merger of the Institute of Ceramics, The Institute of Metals and The Plastics and Rubber Institute to form the Institute of Materials in 1992.

Albert Tuke was recognised for his contributions to the UK coalmining industry. He was a strong supporter of the Institution of Mining Engineers, joining as a student in 1955 and becoming its President in 1993.

We are sad to announce the passing of Dr G D Spenceley MBE FIMMM.

David was a member of the IOM3 Executive Board, Audit Committee and Mining Technology Leadership Group as Honorary Secretary of the Mining Institute of Scotland, an Affiliated Society within IOM3 for the advancement of all perspectives of minerals and mining.

Ian Bowbrick was well liked and respected as Director of Membership & Professional Standards at IOM3. Ian's support and direction was fundamental to the professional success of many members as well as the growth of the Institute from 2012 to 2023.

Well regarded within research and technical support of the UK’s plastics industry where he was known for championing education and creating opportunities for others. An appreciation of, and tribute to, a long serving Manchester Polymer Group colleague and friend.

Douglas Flett was one of the leading world experts in extractive metallurgy, particularly in metal separation technologies, and was a Vice-President and Honorary Treasurer of the Institution of Mining & Metallurgy

Ron was a beloved instructor with a long list of students who have remarked on his positive influence on their careers.