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Celebrating Carers UK and MINI´«Ă˝â€™s Partnership
MINI´«Ă˝ President, Stacey Lucas, has reflected on the association’s fundraising for her chosen charity, Carers UK, during her term as MINI´«Ă˝ President.
Andy Camsell joins MINI´«Ă˝ as Technical Consultant
The Building Controls Industry Association (MINI´«Ă˝) is pleased to welcome Andy Camsell as its new Technical Consultant. A familiar name in the BEMS industry, Andy brings over 25 years of sector experience.
MINI´«Ă˝ responds to Government’s Warm Homes Plan
MINI´«Ă˝ welcomes the Government’s Warm Homes Plan but is disappointed that the Plan includes no new policies or funding commitments to support the decarbonisation of non-domestic buildings.
Development of industry-utilised software during a 50-year career helps Ray Smith earn major MINI´«Ă˝ award
Ray Smith, previously Technical Director and co-owner of Lloret Control Systems, was the deserving winner of the Building Controls Industry Association’s (MINI´«Ă˝) Outstanding Contribution award.
Market performance indicates encouraging signs for future of BEMS sector
The BEMS market showed steady progress in Q3 – rising 2.6% compared to the previous quarter.
Time running out to enter the BEMS sector’s biggest awards
With entries to the building controls and automation sector’s most prestigious awards, the MINI´«Ă˝ Awards 2026, closing on Thursday 22nd January, the Building Controls Industry Association is urging individuals and organisations from across the industry to ensure nominations are submitted urgently.‍ ‍
MINI´«Ă˝ Strengthens Management Committee with New Appointments
The Building Controls Industry Association (MINI´«Ă˝) has added exceptional experience to its Management Committee as it continues to lead the Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS) sector towards a more sustainable future.
President’s Blog: Looking back on another hugely successful year for the MINI´«Ă˝
It’s important to take a retrospective look at the past 12 months and acknowledge the significant successes and achievements the association has had.
Drive to further the industry sees Ricardo Miller scoop major award
Ricardo Miller’s rapid rise from apprentice to one of E.ON Controls Solutions’ top BMS Service Commissioning Engineers in just three years saw him take home this year’s Building Controls Industry Association (MINI´«Ă˝) Apprentice of the Year award.
Kim Spencer’s nearly 50-year career rewarded with major MINI´«Ă˝ award success
Kim Spencer has spent 46 years solving some of the toughest building control challenges from airports to MoD bunkers, and shaped the careers of countless young engineers along the way.
MINI´«Ă˝ announces experienced judging panel for BEMS sector’s biggest annual awards
Based on their in-depth BEMS industry knowledge, as some of the leading names in the sector, the judges announced today are the most qualified to identify the right winners.
MINI´«Ă˝ Says A Huge Thank You To The Sponsors Of The MINI´«Ă˝ Awards 2026
Some of the biggest names in the sector have sponsored next year’s awards.
President’s Blog: Five revealing statistics from the MINI´«Ă˝â€™s latest technical white paper
Drawing on in-use performance data and utilising economic modelling, the white paper revealed some fascinating insights into the impact BEMS can have on carbon emissions, building energy use and costs. In fact, it highlighted five fascinating statistics when it comes to the air quality challenges facing schools and the vital role building controls can have in enhancing pupil comfort, productivity and health.
First-of-its-kind smart thermostat wins Passiv UK major industry award
Passiv UK won the highly sought after Technical Innovation of the Year – Products award at this year’s Building Controls Industry Association (MINI´«Ă˝) 2025 Awards.
The UK’s leading and largest construction show is back at Olympia London on November 19th and 20th, and it’s breaking all records!
The UK’s leading and largest construction show is back at Olympia London on November 19th and 20th, and it’s breaking all records!
Calling on facility managers to showcase sustainability leadership in new 2026 awards category
This new category recognises the end client, in-house facility manager or team that has demonstrated a long-term commitment to decarbonising a building or portfolio of buildings through the effective use of Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS).
Blog: Dare to discover the future of BEMS
MINI´«Ă˝ President, Stacey Lucas explores why employers should engage with campaigns like Tomorrow’s Engineers Week (10th-14th November) to help promote careers in the Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS) sector.
YEN Blog: Dare to discover a career in BEMS
YEN Chair, Josh Steel explores why Tomorrow’s Engineers Week (10th-14th November) is the perfect time to discover a career in Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS).
Reducing client’s energy consumption by 50% scoops 3MSE Ltd award
3MSe Ltd’s winning project cut their client’s energy usage by 52% through active demand based ventilation technology.
President’s Blog: Shining the spotlight on the future of BEMS
The Smart Buildings Show is always one I add to my diary as soon as the dates are revealed. There’s a real buzz when you walk onto the exhibition floor, full of the building energy management systems (BEMS) sector’s industry leaders and decision makers – all keen to experience the new innovations and discuss the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow.
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