Hawkins Welcomes Materials Engineer, Jason Atkinson
We are pleased to announce that Materials Engineer, Jason Atkinson, has joined our newly opened Dublin Office.
Dr Philippa Moore Featured in the Marine Insurer Journal
Materials Expert, Dr Philippa Moore, is the latest Hawkins investigator featured in the Marine Insurer Journal, as she explores the common themes of corrosive steel investigation.
Congratulations – Hawkins Celebrates the Latest Employee Promotions
Hawkins is delighted to announce that there have been several promotions across the business. Each of our newly promoted investigators has evidenced an excellent level of technical expertise and quality levels over a sustained period.
Jason Atkinson
Jason, an Intel scholar, graduated from University College Dublin in 2018 top of his class with a 1st Class Honours Masters of Material Science and Engineering.
Hawkins Belfast Drinks Reception
Hawkins would like to invite clients and colleagues to our Summer Reception in Belfast. We will be hosting a panel presentations followed by a networking reception with drinks, canapes and exhibits.
Leaking Pipes & Cylinders: Common Themes Between Industry & Airing Cupboard
Philippa reflects on some of the common themes that can lead to leaks and failures; from high integrity industrial sites to the pipework in your home airing cupboard.
Contamination: A Dirty Problem
The article discusses contamination arising from fire, water damage, and storms, emphasising its diverse forms like soot, odors, water-related issues, mold, and asbestos. It stresses the urgency of identifying and addressing contamination promptly to reinstate properties while minimizing costs, showcasing Hawkins’ expertise in forensic investigations and specialised techniques for mitigation and restoration.
Dr Paul Moody Featured in Institution of Power Engineers Journal
Dr Paul Moody, reviews oil-fired boilers in the March edition of the Institution of Power Engineers Journal (IPowerE).
Hawkins Spring Drinks Reception
Hawkins would like to invite clients and colleagues to our Spring Reception in Manchester. We will be hosting several short CPD presentations followed by a networking reception with drinks and canapes.
Sophie Parsons
Sophie is a Chartered Engineer (CEng) and a Fellow of the Institute of Materials, Minerals, and Mining (MIMMM). She received her BEng and PhD (Eng) from Queen Mary College, University of London in Materials Science & Engineering. After a post-doctoral research post at Queen Mary’s, she joined LGC Forensics, UK, as a Forensic Chemist, specialising in the examination of textile fibres and polyurethane foam retrieved from crime scenes. During this time, Sophie analysed trace evidence, prepared detailed technical reports for court and presented evidence in court as a Court Reporting Officer. Following her arrival in Hong Kong, Sophie worked as a Research Fellow at City University, Kowloon Tong, developing techniques for analysing trace material evidence in crime laboratories. In 2012, Sophie joined Hawkins’ Hong Kong Office, and has since provided expertise in materials failure analysis and corrosion incidents in both the marine and land-based sectors. As a materials engineer, Sophie has conducted investigations involving the failure/corrosion of glass, ceramic, plastic and metal, and is particularly experienced at investigating lift and wire rope failures and criminal work involving trace evidence. On the marine side, Sophie is highly competent at conducting investigations involving the failure of marine coating, the liquefaction of Group […]