My year as ECA president is now drawing to a close.
During my time in the position I met many ECA members and representatives of other institutions, trade bodies and unions. I would like to thank all of these people for their contribution and commitment to improving the industry performance and career appeal.

At my inauguration I took 'working together' as the theme for my term of office. Therefore, I am pleased that the promotion of integrated supply teams has become a lead subject for the Government's Strategic Forum for Construction.

All ECA members will have recently received information on the Forum's proposals. This gives formal recognition to the selection and involvement of suppliers at the earliest point in a project's development in order to achieve best value on its completion and operation.

My own business experience tells me that these principles work. Please give them your future support and encouragement.