Our final course of the first half of 2026 wrapped up last week, and now the focus shifts to the exciting Autumn Programme. If you want to build your skills and deepen your understanding of the Gear Industry, this is the perfect time to register. The British Gear Association (BGA) offers a range of online and in-person courses designed to meet the needs of professionals at every level. Best of all, online training is free for BGA members, and in-person courses come at a reduc

The British Gear Association (BGA) understands that its members are at the forefront of gear technology development. To help members share their latest products and services, the BGA offers “Technical Awareness Days” (TADs). These events provide a platform for commercial suppliers to present new equipment, services, and technology directly to gear manufacturers and users. If you want to raise your profile, generate leads, and build industry connections, hosting a joint BGA Te

The British Gear Association (BGA) are delighted to welcome of Darren Carter from Hewland Engineering to our Executive Council. With over 30 years of experience in the automotive sector, Darren brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership that promises to strengthen the BGA’s role in the industry. His extensive background in engineering, business development, and sales across various automotive companies positions him as a valuable asset to the Association. About Darren Carter

📣 CALLING ALL STUDENTS: ENTER NOW - JOINT BGA / IMECHE STUDENT PRIZE 2026 The British Gear Association (BGA) and the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) student prize has been established since 2000 and is considered one of the most prestigious Student prizes in the field of Mechanical Engineering. This prestigious prize acknowledges outstanding academic performance and innovative projects that push the boundaries of gear technology, manufacturing, and design. It’s

Date: 8th & 9th July Time: 10am - 12:30pm Platform: TEAMS Tutor: Fabian Sprenger (ZF), Richard Wiles (Leonardo Helicopters) Fee: Non Member £350* / BGA Member Free Register: https://the-british-gear-association-bga.cademy.io/introduction-to-bevel-gears Please note this course is over 2 sessions. You will need to attend both sessions to complete the training. Bevel gears play a crucial role in mechanical systems by enabling power and motion transfer between shafts that are not

It is time consuming keeping up to date with the latest ideas and research in the mechanical power transmission field, so the British Gear Association (BGA) have done it for you. This is something we used to do regularly a few years ago, but we decided to re-start it now. We hope you find some of these useful and interesting. However, if you find nothing of relevance, please feel free to suggest other search parameters for future literature searches- we are very happy to amen

Last week, the British Gear Association (BGA) gathered at Cadence in Nottingham for our Annual General Meeting (AGM). This event brought together members from across the gear and transmission industry to review 2025, look to the year ahead and discuss pressing challenges. As ever the AGM combined formal business with open discussions, offering valuable insights into the sector’s current state and future direction. Official Business and Annual Report Presentation David Radley,

The British Gear Association (BGA) is the UK Centre of Technical Excellence for gear design, manufacture & application technologies. Our Annual Technical Awareness Event (GEARS) is the leading conference for the Gear Industry in the UK and this long running seminar is considered an essential event for manufacturers, distributors and academics involved in the UK Gears Industry. The online GEARS conference features cutting edge interactive lectures and presentations from pre-em

Date: 30th June & 2nd July Time: 10:00am - 12:30pm Tutor: Dr Ronnie Rego - Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica - ITA Venue: TEAMS Fee: BGA Member Free / Non Member £350 Register: https://the-british-gear-association-bga.cademy.io/virtual-introduction-to-surface-integrity-1 This online course is held over 2 sessions and is fully interactive with detailed examples and plenty of time for questions and discussion. Please note you need to attend both sessions to complete the cour

Chair’s Report Dear Member, 2025 was another fantastic year for the British Gear Association, I am proud, to present this Annual Report to the Annual General Meeting of our Association. I am delighted to confirm that in 2025 our organisation delivered another successful year with an increase in Membership, and a positive financial performance. This is all thanks to the continued support our staff, colleagues and BGA Members. The British Gear Association Membership conti

Last week, the British Gear Association (BGA) welcomed our Eurotrans partners to Newcastle University for the June 2026 Eurotrans Board meeting. This gathering brought together industry leaders from across Europe to discuss the current state and future of the Gear Transmission sector. The event combined technical tours, collaborative dinners, and focused board sessions, creating a valuable platform for sharing knowledge and building stronger connections. Exploring Advanced En

Date: 24th & 25th June 2026 Time: 10:00 – 12:30 Platform: TEAMS Tutor: Denis Sexton Fee: BGA Member Free / Non Member £350* Register: https://the-british-gear-association-bga.cademy.io/design-of-experiments Please note this course is over 2 sessions. You will need to attend all sessions to complete the training. This online course is held over 2 sessions and is fully interactive with detailed examples and plenty of time for questions and discussion. Why learn about DOE? Prop

Date: 10th & 11th June 2026 Time: 10am - 12pm Platform: TEAMS Tutor: Philip Clarke Fee: Non Member £350* / BGA Member Free Register: https://the-british-gear-association-bga.cademy.io/virtual-heat-treatment-of-gear-steels Please note this course is over 2 sessions. You will need to attend all sessions to complete the training. Seminar Programme Philip Clarke will describe the heat treatment of gear steels assuming minimal prior knowledge. After an introduction to the basic me

The British Gear Association Annual General Meeting will be held on Thursday 18th June at Cadence (Romax) in Nottingham and we would love to see you there. In the meeting we will be reviewing what has been a great year for the BGA and will give members a chance to put forward any ideas you have for the BGA for 2026/2027. The meeting will be followed by a complementary networking lunch. This will be a great chance for members to network with other BGA Members and the BGA Exec

Graham Penning, Contact Gearing shared his thoughts on our On demand Gear Geometry Course. "I have to admit, after many years in the gear industry, getting the precise geometry right and has often been a challenge, and sometimes a bit frustrating. And yet who would have thought that after all this time, the BGA Gear Geometry Course would feel like a ‘Road-to-Damascus moment’? Suddenly, the Power of the Triangle made everything click into place. It makes me wonder… has it alw

Please be advised that a Draft for public comment has been loaded to the BSI Standards Development Portal for comment. We hope this will assist in increasing awareness of the Standards Development Portfolio. Title: BS ISO 1328-4 - Gear flank tolerance classification. Part 4: Definitions and allowable values of cylindrical worm gear tooth flank deviations Feel free to share this information with your wider organisations or colleagues who may have an interest. Any comments

June promises to be a busy month here at the British Gear Association (BGA), with a range of in-person and online training courses alongside the much-anticipated BGA Annual General Meeting (AGM). Whether you are a gear manufacturing professional, engineer, or enthusiast, these events offer valuable opportunities to deepen your knowledge, connect with peers, and stay updated on industry developments. Gear Shaping and Hobbing Course in Stockport One of the highlights this June

The British Gear Association Annual General Meeting will be held on Thursday 18th June at Cadence (Romax) in Nottingham and we would love to see you there. In the meeting we will be reviewing what has been a great year for the BGA and will give members a chance to put forward any ideas you have for the BGA for 2026/2027. The meeting will be followed by a complementary networking lunch. This will be a great chance for members to network with other BGA Members and the BGA Exec

Great to see news on the successful collaboration between BGA Member Dontyne Gears and NCMT. The article linked below from NCMT highlights how Dontyne Gears has successfully demonstrated advanced gear manufacturing using the NCMT Okuma GENOS M460V-5AX alongside its own digital software systems. Below is a snippet on the BGA support, click here to read the full article. "It is not just manufacturers who are standing up and taking notice to these technological advancements in g

Date: 1st - 4th June Location: Mini Gears - Stockport Tutor: Martyn English Fee: Non Member £1800 / BGA Member £1300 Register: https://the-british-gear-association-bga.cademy.io/introduction-to-gear-shaping-and-hobbing-copy Understanding the core principles of gear design and cutting is essential for engineers working with mechanical systems. Yet, modern technology often hides these fundamentals behind sleek plastic casings and automated machinery. Here at the British Gear As