ACE industry scheme raising fraud protection standards with new card
The ECITB’s new-look ACE cards will incorporate an NFC chip as part of its drive to improve the industry’s card-checking procedures and ensure safety on major construction sites.
Developing Skills Pathways for the Engineering Construction Industry
The Engineering Construction Industry Association (ECIA) is embarking on an ambitious programme to develop a comprehensive skills‑pathway framework to strengthen the talent pipeline entering the Engineering Construction Industry (ECI). For Regional Industrial Relations Manager for North East Tony Lloyd, this work is more than a strategic priority; it is a lifelong commitment to the communities and industries of Teesside.
ECIA Conference 2026, a shared success
13 May 2026, Carlisle The 2026 ECIA Conference brought together more than 100 industry leaders, contractors and clients from across the engineering construction sector for a day of insight, collaboration […]
Industry Training Board Reform: What the Consultation Means for You
The ECITB has released an informative guide about the potential merger of ECITB and CITB. At our upcoming conference the ECITB and DWP will discuss the merger in more details and you can prepare any questions for the panel by reading this relevant information.
ECIA’s visit to the Hartlepool College
Tony Lloyd visits Hartlepool College to strengthen relationships between our organisations and learn more about the facilities, programmes and standards delivered by the College.
ECITB & CITB Merger Regional Forums
Organisations that operate across the engineering construction industry (ECI) are invited to a series of Regional Forums throughout April and May to hear the latest news from their regions and nations, including the Government’s consultation on the principle of the CITB and ECITB forming a single body.
ECITB certificate validation tool to help combat qualifications fraud in engineering construction
The Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB) is taking steps to help tackle qualifications fraud with the launch of a new certificate validation tool.
ECITB launches new qualification for supporting engineering construction operations
The ECITB has developed a new regulated qualification that enables new entrants into the Engineering Construction industry.
ECITB launches new pipe and plate welding qualifications amid industry demand
ECITB is calling on colleges and training providers to apply to deliver two new regulated qualifications following urgent demand from industry.
Skills development and collaborative actions in the delivery of hydrogen and carbon capture projects
Together, we’re building the skills, partnerships, and frameworks needed to deliver low-carbon projects efficiently and responsibly