Structural Awards 2018 showcase global engineering excellence 19th November 2018
Last night, The Institution of Structural Engineers announced the winners of The Structural Awards 2018 during a glittering awards ceremony at The Brewery, London. The winners were chosen from a shortlist of 53 pioneering global projects, celebrating the ingenuity and expertise of the engineers behind them. A diverse range of structures, from beautifully crafted sports stadia to sparkling glass staircases, were recognised across 14 categories.
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Structural Awards 2018 showcase global engineering excellenceLast night, The Institution of Structural Engineers announced the winners of The Structural Awards 2018 during a glittering awards ceremony at The Brewery, London. The winners were chosen from a shortlist of 53 pioneering global projects, celebrating the ingenuity and expertise of the engineers behind them. A diverse range of structures, from beautifully crafted sports stadia to sparkling glass staircases, were recognised across 14 categories.
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