Richard Vann to speak at World Demolition Summit 2025
05 March 2025
D&Ri is proud to announce that Richard Vann, founder and managing director of specialist demolition and decommissioning consultancy RVA Group, has been confirmed as a speaker for the World Demolition Summit 2025 (WDS 2025), set to take place in Nashville, US.
Richard Vann, Managing Director at RVA Group. (PHOTO: RVA)
With more than 40 years of experience in the field, Vann has overseen over 1,000 projects worldwide, providing expert guidance in high-risk sectors such as power generation, chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, and oil and gas.
Under his leadership, RVA Group has become a leading name in complex decommissioning, working with major global brands including BASF, INEOS, ENGIE, ConocoPhillips, and GSK.
His extensive industry contributions go beyond project execution. A former president of both the Institute of Explosives Engineers and the Institute of Demolition Engineers, Vann is also an Honorary Fellow of the IDE and a respected keynote speaker and awards judge at international events.
Leila Steed, Programme Organiser for WDS 2025, said: “Richard’s expertise in high-hazard decommissioning is second to none. His ability to navigate the complexities of large-scale projects while maintaining the highest safety and technical standards makes him an invaluable speaker.
“We are excited to welcome him to Nashville, where his insights will undoubtedly benefit demolition professionals from around the world.”
WDS 2025, organised by D&Ri in partnership with the National Demolition Association, will bring together leading demolition professionals, contractors, and industry experts for two days of technical presentations, networking, and knowledge-sharing.
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