Land Condition Symposium 2026
This one-day technical symposium, led by the IES's Land Condition Community, focuses on knowledge exchange, debate, and discussion addressing topical issues at the centre of land condition.
Hear from experts at the cutting edge of research, policy, and practice in the assessment and remediation of land whilst finding ample opportunity to network with peers and gain valuable CPD.
Newly confirmed speakers include:
- Andrew Doerr, IES Land Condition Community Chair - Introducing the Land Condition Community; our Role and Current Focus Areas
- Phil Whitaker, Land Contamination Manager, Environment Agency - Current Issues in Contaminated Land Management
- Natalia Pérez del Postigo, Technical Specialist & Digital Innovation Lead at Frog Environmental - Attenuation of Sediments from Construction Sites
- Adam Cadman, Director, A-squared Studio - The Future of Interpretative Environmental Data Sharing, beyond the PDF?
Early Careers Network Evening Networking Event:
We will be hosting a film showing of the Knepp Estate's 'Wilding' at the Curtins Office (Rose Wharf, 78-80 East St, Leeds LS9 8EE) from 5:45pm until approx 19:45pm the evening prior to the Symposium - 4th March. There will be drinks & nibbles provided and an opportunity for informal networking. If you would like to attend please email Sian Kear on events@the-ies.org.
Ticket Prices
| Type | Price |
|---|---|
| IES Professional Member | £155 |
| Standard (Non-member) | £205 |
| Discounted Ticket* | £100 |
*Discounted tickets are available to those working for a local authority, NGO/charity, academic institution, students/graduates (graduated after 1st January 2025 and not currently in full-time employment - certification will be requested to confirm your booking), those who are retired, on a career break, or out of work.
Bronze Sponsor
The Cornelsen Group is an international environmental technology provider headquartered in Germany, with locations in the UK, Sweden and the USA. For more than 20 years, the company has developed engineering-based solutions for water treatment and soil and groundwater remediation. A key focus is the removal of PFAS, including through the patented PerfluorAd® technology. Cornelsen supports projects from planning and engineering through to on-site implementation worldwide.
Current Exhibitors
MidLE connects, inspires, and informs land, property, and environmental professionals by providing a friendly platform with a regional focus on today’s big industry challenges and topics MidLE's interactive and meaningful events provide value through sharing best practices, and experiences at all levels with fresh thinking.
Our vision is to enable and nurture connections, innovation and specialist knowledge in the Midlands land and property industry, supporting professionals at all levels of their career to learn, grow, develop, and connect.
Our mission is to build:
- A trusted space
- A trusted reputation
- A community
- A sustainable network
MidLE will collaboratively work with our community to understand their needs, skills, and development objectives and local environmental and climate challenges. All events and activities will be as sustainable as possible and mindful of their environmental impact.
The British Society of Soil Science (BSSS) was founded in 1947 and is an established international membership organisation and charity committed to the study of soil in its widest aspects. The society brings together those working within academia, practitioners implementing soil science in industry and all those working with, or with an interest in soils.
Research on soils and enhanced understanding and engagement with soils is essential for agricultural, landscaping, construction, remediation, conservation and archaeological projects, as well as policy direction on critical topics such as climate change. Our members are employed by both private and public sector institutions including academic universities, conservation charities, construction companies and agri-environmental consultancies.
HUESKER is a globally recognised market leader in the manufacture and application of geosynthetics. Its products and services provide innovative solutions across a variety of sectors including earthworks and foundations, roads and pavements, environmental and hydraulic engineering. Huesker are committed to replacing conventional ground engineering methods and tackle the ever-increasing issue of contamination within our soil and water bodies by providing ingenious, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions using state of the art, highly effective technical textiles.
Sponsorship / Exhibiting Opportunities
The Land Condition Symposium will attract consultants, remediators, local authorities, and regulators, providing an excellent opportunity for organisations to interact with their target audience of experts and buyers during this technical one-day event. Exhibitors are invited to join the conference as part of the exhibition space. Utilise this opportunity to hear emerging challenges and sectoral developments first-hand from leading sector professionals.
This conference is a platform for expert practitioners to share knowledge, therefore, we limit the number of spaces dedicated to exhibitors to ensure you can interact with delegates in a non-competitive environment.
Benefits of exhibiting:
- Organisation logo, hyperlink, and 75-word description on the IES website
- Organisation logo included in promotional marketing through targeted emails
- Space for 1 attendee at the symposium
- Unlimited use of symposium branding for all marketing associated with the event
To find out more, please take a look at our Exhibitor and Sponsorship Pack. To book, please complete and return the Sponsor and Exhibitor Booking Form. If you have any questions, please contact events@the-ies.org
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Accessibility
We aim to provide events, conferences, and workshops which are accessible to all. If you anticipate needing any type of assistance to fully participate in this event, please email events@the-ies.org or call +44 (0)20 3862 7484 to discuss further.
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