John Baxter CEng, FREng, FRSE, FWeldI
President, The Welding Institute

“Recognition by a professional engineering body such as The Welding Institute demonstrates the training and competence of an individual.  As President of The Welding Institute I believe the accreditation we provide assures industry and Governments around the world of the capability and integrity of our engineers and technicians”

John Baxter joined BP in 2004 as the Group Head of Engineering.  As the senior discipline engineer he acts as Head of Profession for engineers across the BP Group.

Eur Ing Dr Christoph S Wiesner CEng, FWeldI
Chief Executive Officer, TWI Ltd

"Following my appointment in July 2010 we have developed a 10-year view of TWI’s future which has been disseminated to all stakeholders. The purpose of The Welding Institute is to add value to its Members and their companies and to enhance the quality of life through engineering, materials and joining technologies.

To continue to grow and excel, we must have a deep-seated sense of our mission, the commitment to do something that is worth doing, and the drive to do it even better. And we must also be acutely sensitive to the market, listen to its signals and be guided by them and then apply the required business disciplines to adapt accordingly.

The Institute has grown significantly over the last decade both in the UK and internationally and I would like to sincerely thank all Members, volunteers, committee participants, boards and governing bodies for their continued support and contributions which makes this success possible."

Christoph Wiesner joined TWI in 1991, after obtaining a materials science degree in Germany and a doctorate in Switzerland. He spent twelve years as Project Leader in, and Manager of, the Structural Integrity Technology Group before being appointed Director of Research & Technology. In July 2010 Christoph took over as TWI Chief Executive.  

"The Welding Institute is the engineering institution for professionals in the welding, materials joining, inspection and associated disciplines. It exists to encourage and support the initial professional development of its members, and recognises your competences and status through internationally respected registration and membership grades.

Lifelong learning for continuing professional development of members is delivered through the Welding and Joining Society, the knowledge network of The Welding Institute. The Welding Institute provides the voice for your profession; on your behalf, it lobbies government, informs industry and the public, and develops education and training routes to encourage others to follow you into successful careers.

The Welding Institute is your professional engineering institution, and your involvement in it is essential in enabling it to meet your needs”.

Chris Eady took over as Associate Director for Professional Affairs in January 2009. He is a professional engineer with an extensive background in operations and maintenance of safety critical systems, gained in both military and civil aviation with the Royal Air Force and British Airways. Chris brings experience in training and staff development, standards activities and research and development to this leadership role of the Professional Engineering Institution.