Arup Legends

Derek discusses how his father's whistling abilities led him to a career with Arup and work on some of the world's most renowned music venues.

In this video we hear from civil engineer Robin Whittle. Robin, who joined the firm in 1968, was one of the first engineers at the firm to use a computer in his day-to-day work.

Sir Jack Zunz, Former Co-Chairman of Arup from 1984-1989, looks back over his career, focusing on the challenge of the Sydney Opera House.

Jorgen describes some of the most important bridges that he worked on, from Japan’s Ushibuka bridge to the Øresund bridge linking Denmark to Sweden.

As a telecommunications expert, Bill describes how his career took him from Papua New Guinea to working with the Ministry of Defence.

Sir Philip Dowson founding partner with Derek Sugden of Arup Associates in 1963, tells the story of the company's founding.