Explosives Engineering Journal

Explosives Engineering is the official journal of the Institute of Explosives Engineers (IExpE), reaching a membership-based audience of around 2,000 highly qualified engineers and industry specialists. The Journal is also distributed to academics, professional institutions, government bodies and commercial organisations with an interest in explosives engineering.

The Journal supports IExpE’s commitment to promoting professional excellence and maintaining the highest standards across the global explosives industry.  It provides a trusted platform for sharing technical knowledge, industry developments, research, and best practice with professionals around the world.

Contributions are welcomed from across the industry, including academic papers, technical articles, industry features, case studies and information on new products, services and innovations. Where appropriate, submissions are subject to professional peer review prior to publication, ensuring the Journal continues to uphold the high standards expected by its readership.

Sectors covered

In addition to regular Institute membership updates, Explosives Engineering features technical articles, industry news, new product development, professional development content and recruitment opportunities. The Journal provides valuable insight for a broad range of professionals working across the explosives sector including:

  • Armed Services personnel
  • Demolition contractors
  • Disposal contractors
  • Explosive manufacturers
  • Firework display operators
  • Government research scientists
  • HSE staff
  • Miners
  • Oil industry contractors
  • Police Explosives Liason Officers
  • Pyrotechnicians
  • Quarrymen
  • Special effects contractors
  • Tunnellers
  • Underwater excavators
  • University lecturers and researchers
  • Vibration specialists

Explosives Engineering is published quarterly and distributed to all members of the Institute of Explosives Engineers.

Additional copies and non-member subscriptions are available at the following rates (including postage and packaging):

  • Single copies – UK: £15.00 | Overseas: £20.00
  • Annual subscriptions (4 editions) – UK: £52.00 | Overseas: £72.00

To obtain additional copies or arrange a subscription, please contact vickihall@iexpe.org

We are always pleased to receive article submissions for Explosives Engineering. Contributing to the Journal provides an excellent opportunity to share your knowledge and experience with the wider IExpE community, showcase your expertise and contribute to the continued advancement of the explosives engineering profession.

Whether you are presenting technical research, highlighting your innovation, sharing best practice or reflecting on lessons learned, your contribution helps promote professional excellence, supports the Institute’s core value and encourages the exchange of knowledge across the industry. By sharing expertise and experience, we can continue to raise professional standards, improve safety and support the development of the explosives engineering community.

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