IESL to Host National Engineering Conference 2026 to Drive Policy Reform 📈

• Event Details: The Institution of Engineers, Sri Lanka (IESL) will convene the National Engineering Conference (NEC) 2026 on 24 September 2026 at Cinnamon Grand Colombo, targeting policymakers, industry leaders, and development partners. • Four Policy Focus Areas: • Engineering Education: Proposals call for clear career frameworks, defined competencies, and accredited qualifications for engineers, technologists, and technicians to address skill needs in ICT/BPM and industrial growth. • Energy Transition: Focuses on power sector reforms, expanding solar and wind generation alongside robust grid infrastructure, storage, transparent tariffs, and balancing national energy security. • Transport Sector: Proposals advocate for an integrated, multimodal public transit system featuring digital ticketing, optimized logistics, reduced transit costs, and improved regional connectivity. • Building Fire Safety: Urges the creation of a National Building Fire Safety Act and an independent authority to enforce regular inspections, technical compliance, and safety standards across nationwide infrastructure.