In this first edition 92 individuals completed the survey
across six global regions and multiple sectors. I would like
to take this opportunity to thank those that completed the
survey and present the key findings below.
• Firms’ overall finances are stable with a positive outlook
both currently and 12 months into the future.
• The engineering industry is currently felt to be on a
stable but positive outlook and this improves in 12
months. The ability to maintain margins remains a
problem currently and into the future.
• Currently, project activity is considered stable with a lean
towards positive activity in the public/private sector in 12
months.
• There is significant positive demand for low carbon
solutions but funding still remains an issue. It is expected
conditions will improve over the next 12 months.
• Bidding time frames and contract conditions are
currently and expected to remain a significant issue for
projects.
