On 18th and 19th June 2026, Dr Devon Mothersille successfully convened the first meeting of CEN/TC 288/WG28, the working group tasked with revising EN 1537: 2013 (the execution standard for ground anchors). The meeting took place at the British Standards Institution’s head office at Long Acre, Covent Garden, London. Experts from the UK, Germany, Finland, France and Sweden attended, and all made valuable contributions to detailed technical discussions. At the end of the first day, the attendees were invited to a meal sponsored by Minova Global. Minova is a global leader in safety‑critical ground support and geotechnical solutions – work that sits very closely to the work of the group. Their portfolio covers ground anchors, soil nails, micropiles, rock bolts, resin and cement grouts, sprayed membranes, and surface support systems, supplied to tunnelling, infrastructure, and mining projects worldwide. Their ‘Always Ahead’ ethos reflects a long-standing reputation as dynamic problem-solvers in some of the most demanding ground conditions. WG28 wishes to thank Minova for their generosity.
CEN/TC288/WG28 gathers outside BSI head offices in Covent Garden, London
Ground anchor experts enjoy a meal sponsored by Minova Global