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A F Howland Associates (Est. 1981) is an independent practice offering a specialist service in geotechnical engineering and related disciplines.

We have a broad based expertise in both soft and hard rock conditions for a variety of engineering situations which include roads and highways, tunnels, earthworks, slope stability, and foundations. We have traditionally provided management contracting for civil engineering investigations and have routinely undertaken projects in both the public and private sectors for individual construction projects as well as major term contracts. In addition, we offer a full consultancy in geotechnics, as well the complementary disciplines of geo-environmental and hydrogeological engineering. Our particular philosophy of approach is based on providing practical engineering solutions. This has found particular favour with client organisations and contractors alike.

13/10/2026

On Friday, Toby Skinner had the pleasure of representing AF Howland Associates at the British Geotechnical Association’s 4th Annual Dinner and Invited Lecture.

Held at the Institution of Civil Engineers in Westminster, the event featured an insightful lecture on the tunnelling works for Rome’s new Linea C Metro line below an ancient Roman sewer system. The talk highlighted how essential it is to understand the underlying ground conditions, accurately model ground responses, and the importance of geotechnical and structural monitoring during the works.

A big thank you to Geolabs for the kind invitation to such an interesting event!

30/09/2026

Now that the blisters have healed, the aches have worn off and the sponsorship money has been collected, we can finally celebrate Abby Ward completing her first 10K at Run Norwich!

And she didn’t just complete it, she achieved a PB too!! 🏅

Abby did an amazing job raising £400 for Norwich City Community Sports Foundation, helping support the fantastic work they do in the local community.

We are also delighted that our parent company, Celnor Group, has matched Abby’s fundraising through their funding scheme, meaning the total has now doubled to an incredible £800!

A fantastic achievement for a fantastic cause. Well done, Abby!

08/09/2026

We said last time that it wouldn’t be the last of Richard Biney’s achievements and we were right!

We are delighted to congratulate Richard on achieving two Fellowships:

Fellow of the Institution of Environmental Sciences (FIES) and Fellow of the Institute of Equality and Diversity Professionals (FIEDP).

The whole team at F Howland Associates congratulates Richard on these significant professional achievements.

We take great pride not only in the recognition these Fellowships represent, but also in the values behind them, professional excellence, environmental responsibility, equality, diversity and inclusive leadership. These are principles that strongly reflect what we stand for as an organisation.

Professional development is a continuous journey, and we are proud to support our staff as they continue to learn, develop and progress.

Watch this space...there is more to come!

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02/09/2026

We are delighted to see how well Isabel Norwood (Izzie) has settled into life at A F Howland Associates since joining us as a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer in August.

Izzie has taken to the role of Graduate Geotechnical Engineer like a duck to water. A Geology graduate from the University of Leicester, Izzie has already demonstrated a keen aptitude for geological interpretation, including reviewing geological maps, developing ground models, and logging a wide variety of strata. This week alone, she has enjoyed examining some impressive ammonite fossils recovered from Oxford Clay core samples during rotary borehole investigations. Izzie has also successfully completed her CSCS and AW training and is looking forward to attending a soil logging course with Equipe Training later this week to further strengthen the in-house training she has already received. We are delighted with the progress Izzie has made in such a short time and she is already proving to be a valuable member of the team.

We also asked Izzie for her thoughts on her first month with us:
‘In the past month since joining A F Howland Assosiates, I have had the opportunity to gain a range of new skills and knowledge on site, as well as in the office. On site I have carried out DCPs, Water monitoring, as well as observing window sampling and perc tests. In the office I have learnt how to enter logs into our Geodasy software and gained experience reviewing technical reports. I have also participated in training with both James Davies and James Ryan, whilst shadowing Seeraj Gohil on site. I have thoroughly enjoyed my first month with AF Howland Assosiates and look forward to the future!’

We look forward to supporting her continued development and seeing her build a successful career with A F Howland Associates!

26/08/2026

On Sunday 6 September 2026, Abby Ward will be taking on Run Norwich and completing her first ever 10K in support of the Community Sports Foundation.
Abby has been training incredibly hard for race day, consistently smashing her personal bests and showing real determination every step of the way. We know she'll do an amazing job!
Everyone at AF Howland Associates is incredibly proud of you, Abby, and we're cheering you on all the way to the finish line! 👏
If you'd like to support Abby and help raise money for this fantastic local charity, please click the link below to visit her sponsorship page. Every donation, no matter the size, will make a real difference.
🔗 Donate here: https://gvwhl.com/LEFTP

Good luck, Abby! 🏃‍♀️

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18/08/2026

Andrew Barks

25 Years of Dedication, Growth & Achievement!

We’re incredibly proud to celebrate our Operations Director, Andrew Barks, who has reached an amazing 25 years of service with A F Howland Associates Limited.

Andy joined us straight from university in 2001 and has been a true pillar of the growth and development of AFHA ever since. Over the past 25 years, he has progressed from Technician, to Engineer, to Fieldwork Manager, before being appointed Operations Director in July 2024.

His journey is a fantastic example of how starting at the bottom of the ladder, with the right attitude, commitment and hard work, can take you right to the top.

Thank you, Andy, for everything you’ve contributed over the past 25 years. You are amazing! 🌟

A few words from our Managing Director, Karl Blanke:

“I had the pleasure of studying with Andy way back at university, and our paths crossed a few times in our early careers. I have worked closely with Andy for the past 12 years, and you could not wish to have a safer pair of hands at your side.”

Congratulations, Andy, on an incredible milestone! Here’s to the next chapter. 🥂

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10/07/2026

We are delighted to welcome Emmanuella Boateng to the London office team as our newest Graduate Geotechnical Engineer.

Starting a career in engineering is an exciting milestone, and we are proud to be part of that journey. At AFHA, we are committed to developing the next generation of engineers by providing the support, mentoring and practical experience needed to build both technical expertise and professional confidence.

We look forward to seeing Emmanuella grow, contribute to our projects, and develop a rewarding career with us.

Please join us in welcoming Emmanuella to the team and wishing her every success as she begins this exciting new chapter.

23/04/2026

From ground investigation to ground breaking!

After successfully completing the cost effective site investigations, it’s great to now step into the next phase, being part of the actual construction works. There’s something especially rewarding about seeing a project move from understanding the ground to shaping what stands on it.

And what better day for Richard Biney to meet the team and get things underway than on a day like this ☀️

We are looking forward to collaborating on site and seeing this project take shape, and we can help you too.
Why not contact us at [email protected]

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22/04/2026

Industrial Legacy of Town Gas Works: Managing Land Contamination Risks

A F Howland Associates are delighted to have been given the opportunity to be the headline sponsor for this event, bringing together industry professionals and leading experts (Russell Thomas, Paul and Judith Nathanail and Matthew Thompson) for a day of insightful talks and a visit to the only surviving complete town gas works in England and Wales.

Organised by our Principal Geo-environmental Engineer Toby Skinner and the committee of the East Anglian Regional Group of The Geological Society

17/03/2026

We’re thrilled to announce that James Ryan has rejoined A F Howland Associates Ltd after 7 years away, taking on the role of Senior Project Engineer based in our new Central office.

James originally joined us as a graduate and spent the first three years of his career developing his skills across a range of our projects. Since then, he has gained a wealth of SI contracting experience, particularly in delivering equipment into challenging, confined spaces and working within safety-critical environments.

In his new role, James will support our Associate Director, James Davies, bringing valuable insight and experience that will further strengthen our Central Office GI project delivery team.

Welcome back, James - it’s great to have you on the team again!

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