Applications for the International Masonry Society Student Project Awards 2025 are still open but will close on 31 January 2026.The International Masonry Society invites submissions of work in which the principal focus of the work is masonry. The Ken Fisher...
The next in the series of webinars for and by IMS members will cover the topic of: ‘Why Masonry is the solution to address Climate Change and Building Safety’ The webinar will take place on Tuesday 16th September at 3pm GMT and will be delivered by Mike...
The Masonry Association of Great Britain (MAGB) was launched in early 2025 under the leadership of industry expert Eve Livett, with a mission to unite the masonry supply chain under a common banner, deliver cutting-edge training, and represent the sector in key...
IMS proudly announces the new editorial board of the International Masonry Society: Executive Editor: Prof. G.A. Parsekian (Brazil) – parsekian@ufscar.br Commissioning Editor: Prof. G. Milani (Italy) Associate Editors: Prof. A. Formisano (Italy) Dr. B....
The Masonry Society is finalizing a new issue of TMS Responds focused on practical ways to design lower carbon masonry buildings. From smarter material choices to innovative design techniques, this upcoming resource highlights actionable strategies to support...
The International Masonry Society congratulates Phil Samblanet on receiving the James A. Rossberg Award for Collaboration from the Structural Engineering Institute (SEI) of ASCE. This award recognizes individuals who advance the structural engineering profession...
Further details have now been released for the 11th International Masonry Conference, due to be held in Lübeck, Germany between 12th and 15th July 2026. A draft flyer is available for download with additional information available in the 11IMC section of the...
Forterra, a leading manufacturer of concrete and clay building products, has recently established an exciting partnership that reduces carbon emissions while making a substantial contribution to the UK’s circular economy through the innovative reuse of its...
Researchers from Newcastle University, UK, have developed a novel mortar mix by substituting silica aerogel and recycled PET plastic, taken from shredded plastic bottles, in place of traditional natural sand. This approach is said to be environmentally sustainable...
The International Masonry Society Student Project Awards 2025 is now open for entries. The International Masonry Society invites submissions of work in which the principal focus of the work is masonry. The Ken Fisher Postgraduate Student Award would be for a project...
