JN Bentley has received a silver medal sustainability rating from EcoVadis after completing their sustainability management assessment. This places JN Bentley in the top 25% percentile rankings with a silver medal in recognition of sustainability achievements. EcoVadis is the world’s largest and most trusted provider of business sustainability ratings, creating a global network of more than 90,000+ rated companies. Their assessment evaluates businesses on their sustainability practices, scoring their commitments and performance against four key areas: environment, labour and human rights, ethics and sustainable procurement. As part of the assessment, EcoVadis also provide participating organisations with an action plan, detailing steps that can be taken to drive improvement in lower scoring areas. Our sustainability approach Our approach is underpinned by six pillars of sustainability. These set out a guide for our activities and commitments to ensure we operate sustainably, and we deliver sustainable outcomes in our projects. Enhance our environment Preserve resources Carbon reduction Procurement with purpose Supporting society People In achieving a silver medal rating, we have successfully demonstrated our commitment to going beyond compliance to protect the environment, putting our people first, operating ethically and with integrity and sustainable procurement. This is evidenced by our environmental management commitment, ‘to protect the environment and actively promote the improvement of our working areas’, our aim to deliver low carbon solutions, the promotion of an inclusive business culture and our ‘Procure with Purpose’ strategy; which showcase our approach to sustainability management at organisation level. “Receiving a silver medal from EcoVadis for our sustainability achievements is a fantastic result and testament to the great work the business and our teams are doing to drive the sustainability agenda, including our commitment to be net zero by 2040 and achievement of carbon neutral status earlier this year. “The assessment has also provided valuable insight into areas where we can improve our performance which we have been able to share with our Clients, including Rolls Royce and Severn Trent.” Rebecca Mann, Sustainability Lead (JN Bentley). Follow us on LinkedIn and Twitterto stay up to date with the latest news from around the business.

At JN Bentley, we know our people are our most valuable asset, so are committed to investing in their potential to help them learn, grow and excel. Investing in our workforce and having a strong development plan is fundamental to the continued success of the business; the huge variety of benefits for both company and employee are worth the investment. Improvement Workforce development contributes to an improvement in performance, safety, efficiency and profitability, allowing us to deliver an improved quality of service to our clients. Additionally, by enabling people to be better at their jobs, we’re improving worker engagement, retention and satisfaction. On an individual level, the opportunity to learn and develop new skills and accredit personal knowledge leads to increased self-esteem and motivation, helping good employees to grow into great leaders. Professional accreditation also means that our people are able to gain a recognised qualification that is benchmarked against national performance standards of work-based, on-the-job learning. Investment in our frontline workforce We continue to invest in our frontline workforce - site personnel such as lead hands, operatives and foremen. With a weekly resource of over 470 employees, it’s important that we demonstrate our commitment to our people and their learning and development. Our training team and resource managers identify areas of operation that would benefit from increased investment and in the past 24 months we have delivered the following accredited development programmes with our site personnel: 60 behavioural safety coaches for front-line supervisors 350 Level 2 NVQ in plant and lifting operations for our operators 80 Level 3 NVQ in site supervision for our frontline supervisors 35 Level 4 NVQ in lifting operations 48 Level 5 NVQ diplomas in lifting operations for our site managers Image: Behavioural safety training By investing in employees at all levels, we are demonstrating care in their professional growth and potential to progress to senior positions within the company, or, just as importantly, develop their own knowledge to allow them deliver more successful outcomes. This feeds into a positive culture of belonging, motivation and productivity across all levels and ultimately, happy people that enjoy coming to work. - Does JN Bentley sound like somewhere you could build your career? We have opportunities across the country – check out our careers pages for details.

What do we mean by the term ‘digital’? Rather than simply just a piece of IT or software, digital is the combination of processes, technology, people and information working together to achieve efficiency. Utilising digital construction means to achieve efficiency through the application of those four elements. Those efficiencies don’t just manifest in an optimised construction programme, but branch out to encompass quality, cost, safety and carbon. Digital construction is a broad area, but this article focuses on the use of common data environments (CDE) to share a single source of the truth, and setting out on site with data not drawings, including the use of intelligent machine control; some people might call this 'construction from 3D model data’. Image caption: Digital screen inside the cab of an intelligent excavator Digital screens inside the cabs of intelligent plant at the Komatsu production factory, Durham. The design model is downloaded to the system allowing the operative to visualise the design via the onboard screens and operate the machine exactly to the design. The machine control features help to improve accuracy - auto-stop control, auto grade assist, auto tilt control, minimum distance control and bucket angle hold all mean the operator can safely rely on the system without worrying about digging too deep or damaging the surface. Digital transformation is revolutionising the construction industry and redirecting the project delivery process onto a more sustainable path to the future. Recently, our operational board of directors visited the Komatsu production factory in Durham, to see and hear first-hand how a leading global plant manufacturer – and one of our largest plant suppliers – are developing and delivering innovative solutions for the construction industry. In particular, how intelligent plant is optimising operations, adding value and improving efficiency in project delivery. Image caption: JN Bentley operational board at Komatsu factory visit When we talk about digital construction in JN Bentley/MMB, we’re talking about how we can use digital tools and processes to support the actual construction of our projects. One aspect of this that benefits from digital transformation is getting design information out to sites. Traditionally, we would issue printed drawings with a drawing register and possibly PDF copies too. Instead, by utilising a Common Data Environment (CDE) such as BIM360, all the graphical design data is stored in one place, accessible through the web so everyone involved is working from the same information. Revision information and transmittals are automatically logged, and any technical queries are logged as design issues and assigned to a member of the team, with a deadline to resolve and full audit trail. The site team are able to carry out take-offs directly from the design without requiring specialist CAD software (or getting the scale ruler out!). As-built data can be uploaded back onto the CDE and mark-ups can be digitally integrated with the design, significantly streamlining the completions process. This improves collaboration which is crucial for managing time-constrained or complex capital projects. Using these digital tools to communicate design data is helpful, but what if there was a way of not needing the drawings at all? Our design process is digitally mature, with designs produced in 3D BIM models, from which the 2D drawings are derived from. Digital construction allows us to obtain setting out points directly from the model, increasing time and resource efficiency. Survey instruments can be connected to the CDE through the cloud and design models accessed through those, allowing engineers to fully visualise the design in 3D out on site and to have full ownership of the setting out points . The as-built data that has been surveyed is then uploaded back on to the CDE as the work is completed. Another tool that is being utilised across sites, especially large earthworks projects, is Intelligent Machine Control (IMC). Image caption: Intelligent machine control (IMC) IMC refers to plant and machinery fitted with GNSS receivers and other sensors, allowing the exact location of the blade /bucket to be known against a design model imported into the machine’s system. The operator sees the design on screen and is able to work to complex surfaces without the need for traditional setting out. Key benefits of IMC include: Improved quality and accuracy Reduced requirements for Site Engineers (reduced people-plant interface) Removal of waiting time for Plant Operators who require setting out points from Site Engineers Removal of over digging risk Reduced fuel use and carbon Known below ground services can also be inputted and a no-dig buffer zone set to assist in reducing service strikes On our sites, we encourage teams to complete a digital delivery plan to identify how elements of digital construction might benefit the project and how these can be successfully implemented. - Read more on how we’re embracing digital, including digital construction, in our latest Annual Review (page 36) – read it here. Follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter to keep up to date with the latest news from across the business.

MMB and JBA Bentley have enjoyed a successful night at the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE)’ annual awards in Yorkshire and Humber. Held at the Leeds Marriott Hotel, the annual ICE gala dinner celebrated and showcased the very best of engineering across the Yorkshire and Humber region. JBA Bentley’s flood alleviation scheme at Winteringham Ings to South Ferriby, delivered with the Environment Agency, was presented with a Certificate of Excellence in the Centenary Award category. In the Smeaton Award category, Mott MacDonald Bentley’s scheme with Yorkshire Water at Swinsty Impounding Reservoir Spillway received a Certificate of Commendation. JBA Bentley have successfully delivered flood alleviation works at Winteringham Ings to South Ferriby, on the South Bank of the Humber Estuary. Following severe flooding in 2013, the existing defences and surrounding areas suffered £50m worth of damage. JBA Bentley constructed a range of new defences designed to provide better protection from future flooding, whilst successfully overcoming significant ecological and social challenges. The project has been recognised previously for excellent environmental practice and low carbon delivery by the Green Apple Organisation, as well as by CECA for demonstrating an excellent approach to Health and Safety. At Swinsty Impounding Reservoir, Mott MacDonald Bentley designed and constructed a new reinforced concrete spillway and raised the crest bridge to improve safety at one of Yorkshire Water’s most visited impounding reservoirs. Due to the heritage of the reservoir, many existing structures were re-used to preserve its history and drive carbon efficiency. This is the first award recognition for the project, building on our strong reputation for reservoir safety work in the Yorkshire region. Operations Director, Ian Bester, said, “Well done to the teams involved in both projects. “Maintaining a focus on low carbon delivery and excellent collaboration with our clients has helped us to deliver two challenging schemes that will have a positive impact on the surrounding areas and their communities. “Congratulations to all – it’s fantastic to receive such highly-regarded recognition.” Find out more about our work at Winteringham Ings to South Ferriby at Water Projects Online. Read about our scheme at Swinsty in the latest edition of our Annual Review. Don’t forget to follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter to stay up to date with the latest news from across the business.

Grimsby Institute of Further and Higher Education have presented their first ever Groundworker Apprentice of the Year award to Jack Jewkes, a Level 2 GCO groundworker apprentice from the @one alliance collaborative skills team working at JN Bentley. Explaining why Jack was chosen for this award, the judges commended the fact that “Jack has settled in well with JN Bentley, impressing his managers and colleagues with his hard work ethic.” They further commented: “Jack has had to go out of his comfort zone on several occasions and he joined the JNB training manager at the ‘Yorkshire & Humber Speakers for schools’ campaign event in 2021, where he gave a presentation to over 200 pupils about his apprenticeship journey. He has had good progress on his NVQ and has proved to be a good and reliable worker.” Speaking about his win, Jack said: “To be noticed for the hard work and dedication I have put into the apprenticeship so far is overwhelming. Being able to speak to schools on Microsoft Teams about my journey on the apprenticeship, to featuring in the @one alliance newspaper shows that the work you do doesn’t go unnoticed. When starting the apprenticeship I hadn’t much of a clue on what jobs I’d be doing, so I was a bit nervous on what to expect and what was going to be expected of me. Since then, I have done a variety of projects, each one allowing me to learn new skills along the apprenticeship program, include talking in front of a large group of people to being trained on jobs within an experienced gang.” Groundworker apprentices work closely with site engineers to prepare sites ready for construction works to begin, by interpreting design specifications and assisting throughout the process, from conception to completion, working closely with all on-site construction personnel. Find out more about doing an apprenticeship with us by visiting our careers page. Don’t forget to follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter to stay up to date with the latest news from across the business.

Mott MacDonald Bentley (MMB) received three awards at this year’s ICE East Midlands awards gala, all for our project at Stoke Bardolph Thermal Hydrolysis Plant, delivered with Severn Trent Water. The team picked up awards for Large Project of the Year, Team Achievement and Sustainability. Awarded outside of our existing framework agreements with Severn Trent, the new £42m Advanced Anaerobic Digestion facility at Stoke Bardolph turns sewage into biogas that is exported to the gas network and treats the remaining solids so that it meets the highest standards for use as a fertiliser. The aim is to increase the yield and improve the quality of the biogas and cake produced at Stoke Bardolph, products that re-used for power and in agriculture. The team applied our Quality, Cost and Efficiency strategy to see how things could be achieved Right 1st Time, and, with a complex range of mechanical plant, Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) was the key. Having key work packages and mechanical items built away from site meant that on-site demolition and civil work could progress at the same time. Packages were then delivered to site for rapid installation, compared to a traditional on-site approach with a lengthy assembly and installation period. The boiler house is a great example of the benefits that MMC brings. We worked with our expert supply chain to learn from previous projects we’ve delivered together. As a result, the boiler house was manufactured, fully assembled and tested off-site, before being separated into modules for delivery and installation at site. The modular design, including the electrical system, used innovative quick-fit connections between sectors. Our approach saved 26 weeks on site. The energy saving features of this plan, together with the sustainable products being produced (gas to grid and class A agricultural fertiliser), make it another in the growing suite of innovative step change projects that the water sector is implementing. The project has also been named a finalist at the British Construction Industry Awards two years running: in 2021 for Industry Transformation and Innovation, and in 2022 for Utility Project of the Year. (L-R) Steve Clarke (STW), James Hopkinson (MMB), Mark Linney (MMB), Eleanor Rycroft (STW), Nick Braithwaite (MMB), Stephen Rooke (MMB), Sam Craig (STW), Jamie Beech (MMB). Don’t forget to follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter to stay up to date with all the latest news from around the business.

Mott MacDonald Bentley (MMB) and JBA Bentley are proud to have been shortlisted seven times at the 2023 British Construction Industry Awards (BCIA). Being named as finalists across the categories demonstrates the variety of work we deliver and recognises the efforts of all those involved, including our people, clients, and partners. Upon being shortlisted, director Steve Tetlow, said, “We are pleased to have been named as finalists in the British Construction Industry Awards again this year. The awards are the most prestigious in our sector and recognise real engineering and construction excellence. “Awards are important because they not only provide external validation for the quality of projects we are delivering with our clients, but they recognise the hard work of our talented teams and suppliers too. “Well done to everyone involved.” Shortlisted projects: Embsay Water Treatment Works – MMB - Carbon Net Zero Initiative of the Year and Utility Project of the Year Our project at Embsay for Yorkshire Water addressed several improvements to secure a resilient and reliable supply of clean water, and ensured these solutions were affordable by implementing value engineering based upon PAS2080 design principles – most notably, ‘Build Less’. We identified an opportunity to reduce the carbon footprint by eliminating the need to build new manganese filters, after Moata Carbon Portal showed that over half of the project’s carbon footprint would be in their construction. Yorkshire Water had previously used catchment-based solutions to address raw water quality and reduce manganese levels. We proposed that process changes to existing plant, rather than constructing new filters, could deliver the same treated water quality parameters. Our solution reduced operating carbon by 130 tonnes of CO2e annually. Strategic Pipeline Alliance (SPA) – MMB – Carbon Net Zero Initiative of the Year and Product Innovation of the Year MMB is a partner on SPA - one of the largest strategic water infrastructure projects in the UK. Taking a forward thinking and innovative approach, the ambitious project is creating hundreds of kilometres of interconnecting mains and associated pumping equipment, to ensure the region is resilient to the risk of drought by securing water supplies for future generations. The entire pipeline has been designed to have the lowest carbon footprint possible, in line with Anglian Water’s pledge to reach net zero carbon by 2030. The project has innovation at its heart, unlocking efficiencies at every stage. MMB trialled and proved the validity of a ‘low water’ approach to commissioning that uses air to drive slugs of water between swabs to clean and disinfect the pipes. Traditional commissioning would have required over 1bn litres of water on SPA. Our approach cut this by approximately 95%. You can read all about SPA at Water Projects Online. Great Yarmouth Tidal Defences – JBA Bentley - Temporary Works Initiative of the Year One of JBA Bentley’s largest projects for the Environment Agency, the £42.9m flood defence scheme has now reached stage 2 completion and will provide better protection to 4,500 homes and business in Great Yarmouth. Without the development of an innovative temporary works solution to facilitate the major quayside flood defence improvement works, Victorian-era Grist Mill would not have been saved. Tasked with using two 300T cranes working in tandem to feed piles to the waterfront, re-usable steel crane pads meant that the operation could take place within a challenging site constrained in size, sitting on a plethora of buried services and surrounded by residents and businesses. The approach made the project viable and at the same time eliminated 9,000 tonnes of stone from the temporary works solution, and reduced carbon by 78%. Read more about the project in this Environment Agency article published on the Government website. Mill Fleam Pumping Station (Project MUNIO) – JBA Bentley – Environmental Project of the Year The £8m scheme – which recently won Medium Project of the Year at the ICE East Midlands Merit Awards - is a key piece of flood defence infrastructure, providing heightened protection in Derby city centre during heavy rainfall, an area that has suffered historic river and surface water flooding. Several innovations helped overcome space and time constraints, including 3D and augmented reality to improve resource use and safety; off-site and factory manufactured products reducing site-time and enhancing quality; and collaborative design, commissioning, construction and client teams, ensuring the right solution at the right time. Embodied carbon was monitored and removed, and environmental enhancements implemented, as well as ecological management to reduce disturbance to local bat species. Bradford Beck Culvert Remediation Scheme – JBA Bentley - Upgrade and Renewal Project of the Year An excellent example of the benefits of early contractor involvement, this scheme saw JBA Bentley carry out urgent repairs to the cast iron beams spanning the culvert underneath the former Bradford Odeon cinema, to maintain the structural integrity of the building ahead of major renovations. The solution delivered significant cost savings compared with alternative solutions and meant works to transform the venue were not delayed. - Colleagues will present to BCIA judges in September before the winners are announced at a ceremony in October. Find out more about the BCIA awards, including a full list of those shortlisted, here. - Follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter to stay up to date with the latest news from around the organisation.For more information contact:

Mott MacDonald Bentley are proud to have partnered with Able Futures, who deliver the Access to Work Mental Health Support Service on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions. Able Futures are there to provide practical help and support to individuals who are facing emotional challenges which are affecting them at work. They can provide access to 9 months tailored, one-to-one advice, support and guidance from a mental health professional who can help individuals to build self-care and wellbeing routines, tackle issues, feel better and learn effective ways to manage their emotional health through the ups and downs of life. Individuals self-refer to the programmes which enables them to work confidentially with a dedicated Vocational Rehabilitation Consultant (VRC) to create a plan which is tailored to their needs, and, through regular one-to-one sessions over a nine-month period, are supported to put that plan into action to reach their goals and improve their wellbeing. The Able Futures service is designed to support individuals with a range of issues, including stress management, sleep problems, anxiety, depression, PTSD, bereavement, anger management, coping with change and improving communication, organisation, and time management skills. Rachael Bester, Wellbeing and Benefits Manager, commented: “The support available through Able Futures is an important part of our Wellbeing programme and is available not only to our employees and apprentices, but also our agency and contract workers. I have already received a number of testimonials from individuals who have benefitted from this support and described it as invaluable.” For more information, visit www.able-futures.co.uk Don’t forget to follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter to keep up to date with news from across the business.

Mott MacDonald Bentley (MMB) has secured a place on National Gas Transmission’s Asset Health Framework to provide multidisciplinary design and construction services across the UK’s gas transmission network. The framework builds on JN Bentley’s success in securing a place on National Gas Transmission’s Minor Civils Framework in 2022. The new framework provides MMB with the opportunity to expand its operations in the energy market, supporting National Gas with the delivery of its regulatory programme for the next four years. The scope of work will include detailed design, construction and commissioning of a wide variety of works, including buried pipeline integrity and protection systems; above ground pipework cladding and cathodic protection systems; above ground installation (AGI) equipment such as flow control, scrubbers, filters, preheaters and compressors; pipe supports, pits and ducting systems; security, fencing, access and buildings; and decommissioning and removal of redundant assets. Director for MMB, Nick Lister, commented, “We are delighted to have been appointed to National Gas Transmission’s Asset Health Framework. “As owners and operators of Britain’s gas network, National Gas Transmission deliver energy to where it is needed right across the county; we are proud that MMB will be playing its part in helping them achieve this over the next four years. “It gives us opportunity to demonstrate our expertise in what is a growing sector for our organisation and provides important diversification for our portfolio.” MMB has already secured its first contract within the framework, a £3.5m package as part of the National AGI Asset Health Campaign (NARC). Starting later this year, works will be delivered at four sites across the South East of England. National Gas Transmission is the new name for National Grid Gas Transmission, which changed on 31st January 2023.

his International Women’s Day, the theme was #EmbraceEquity. Equity is all about levelling the playing field and ensuring people get access to the same opportunities. It recognises that people need different things to succeed by taking into account the barriers some people face and the specific resources they need to overcome them. The construction industry needs to work harder to increase female representation, so it’s important that everyone does their bit to help create positive change. This year, colleagues from across the business came together to speak about how they are embracing equity, why it’s important and how others can be a good ally in making Mott MacDonald Bentley an even more equitable place to work. Watch the video below: https://youtu.be/1FT7HA3jbJY Don’t forget to follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter to keep up to date with news from across the business.