What we do
The NTET aspires to be the Organisation of Choice for the vintage steam enthusiast, engine owner or driver, and events organiser, working together to meet a common aim: Preserving our Heritage with Steam on the Road. The main aims of the NTET are to: Encourage ownership and the preservation of all forms of steam powered equipment in authentic settings. Set and encourage high standards in equipment maintenance and operation. Provide facilities to share the basic skills in engine management Provide facilities to assist drivers and crew to demonstrate competence. Attract junior members via the Steam Apprentice Club. Set and monitor safety, environmental and operating standards in rallies and event organisation. Secure insurance and other related services for the benefit of members and rally organisers. Support the maintenance of records of engine manufacturers, design, livery and colour schemes, history and ownership. Encourage and monitor safeguarding of the natural environment. Monitor, challenge and manage the introduction of legislation as it effects the movement. Encourage wider membership through a membership benefits scheme. Communicate with members, clubs, organisations and the general public through public media outlets and our in house magazine ‘Steaming’. Affiliate with like-minded bodies in the United Kingdom and World Wide. Promote the production and distribution of books and pamphlets, photographic, audio and video media, and other related memorabilia.
