Fugro personnel net roles in ground investigation bodies

Grainger is a chartered engineer and chartered geologist with 35 years of experience in drilling and ground investigation. He previously served as BDA chair and currently chairs its marketing committee.

On the appointment, Grainger said: “It is a huge privilege to take on this key role with the British Drilling Association as it marks its fortieth year. I will be bringing all of my professional experience to ensure the Association continues to push the boundaries of drilling competence, safety and achievement with members and UK practitioners and for the benefit of the wider global drilling industry.”

Other Fugro personnel co-opted to BDA roles are Neil Breach, a safety advisor who joins the safety subcommittee, and senior project engineer Paul McMann who now serves on the training and education subcommittee.

Meanwhile, Chris Coleman, a principal engineering geologist has been elected to the committee of the Engineering Group of the Geological Society (EGGS). Coleman is a chartered geologist and technical lead for onshore and nearshore site characterisation. He is a specialist in Quaternary deposits and terrains, investigation of intertidal zones, and development of 3D ground models for geohazard visualisation and engineering appraisal.

Coleman commented: “I am delighted to participate in the Engineering Group which plays a pivotal role in training and professional standards in the field of engineering geology.”

The BDA represents drilling contractors and specialists in the UK geotechnical and ground investigation industry. The EGGS is the main focus for engineering geology in the UK and represents the Geological Society on the Ground Forum, the umbrella organisation for professional bodies and trade associations in ground engineering.