The Association of Consulting Engineers of Namibia is a voluntary association of Consulting Engineers which:
- are in the business of offering independent technology based intellectual services in the built, human and natural environment to clients for a fee;
- are managed and have their operating policies determined by people whose professional qualifications and conduct are in keeping with the requirements of the Constitution and the By-laws;
- have high professional repute and ethical standards and operate in accordance with the code of Conduct.
The Association was established in 1982 as a voluntary association of the Consulting Engineering firms in Namibia. The Association is the only collective representation for Consulting Engineers in Namibia at this time.
The purpose of ACEN is three-fold. Firstly we represent the best interests of the Consulting Engineers in general towards our clients, very much in the same way as a trade union does for its members. Secondly we represent a direct access route by our clients to our members so that we can aid long term principles such as government policy and the like. Thirdly we provide a structure to which Consulting firms must conform thereby ensuring accountable, responsible and fair practise by all members.
Some specific areas of importance are listed below:
- All member firms of the appropriate size have, or are in the process of, addressing the affirmative action policies set by the Government
- Many members provide bursaries to suitable prospective students and assist emerging professionals in skills development
- All members carry professional indemnity insurance, which provides clients with peace of mind and financial recourse.
