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MMES Specialist Consulting is a London-based acoustic and environmental planning consultancy providing noise impact assessments, acoustic design, sound insulation testing, air quality assessments, transport statements, lighting assessments and licensing noise reports for planning applications across London and the UK.
Our consultants are MIOA-qualified with experience on both sides of the planning process — having produced reports for developers and reviewed them for London councils. Every report is technically robust, planning-compliant and priced competitively.


Deep knowledge of UK acoustic standards including BS8233, BS4142, and Approved Document E.
Experience working within local authorities allows us to anticipate planning officer expectations.
From small developments to large infrastructure projects, we adapt to your project size and complexity.
With extensive experience across consultancy and council roles, we provide reliable, planning-focused solutions that reduce delays and improve approval success rates.
“MMES Specialist Consulting delivered a detailed noise impact assessment that was accepted by the planning officer without any revisions. Their understanding of BS8233 and local authority expectations made the entire process smooth and efficient.”
Architect
“We’ve worked with several acoustic consultants, but MMES stands out for their clarity and technical accuracy. Their reports align perfectly with planning requirements, which helps avoid delays and objections.”
Hospitality Business Owner
“MMES handled our licensing noise report for a late-night venue, and the council approved it quickly. Their experience with London boroughs really shows — they know exactly what’s required.”
Property Developer
“From sound insulation testing to air quality and transport assessments, MMES provided a complete solution for our project. Professional, responsive, and competitively priced — highly recommended.”

Principal Acoustic Consultant | MIOA
Ibraheem Alade Elias is a highly experienced acoustic and environmental specialist with over 19 years of expertise in noise, vibration, air quality, and environmental planning. As a Corporate Member of the Institute of Acoustics (MIOA), he brings a strong technical foundation combined with real-world planning authority experience.
He has worked on both sides of the planning process — delivering detailed consultancy reports for developers and reviewing them as an Environmental Protection Officer within multiple London borough councils. This unique perspective ensures every report meets strict planning requirements and is aligned with local authority expectations.
Core Expertise
Noise Impact Assessments (BS8233, BS4142)
Sound Insulation Testing (Approved Document E, BB93)
Air Quality & Environmental Assessments
Construction Noise & Section 61 Applications
Licensing Noise Reports & Committee Hearings
Transport & Environmental Planning Support
Professional Experience
Ibraheem has held senior and specialist roles across leading consultancies and local authorities, including:
Environmental Protection Officer – London Boroughs (Tower Hamlets, Greenwich, Hackney, Bexley)
Senior & Principal Acoustic Consultant roles in UK consultancies
Project Manager for large-scale infrastructure and development projects
He has contributed to major UK projects including Crossrail, high-rise residential developments, schools, and large mixed-use schemes.
Why Clients Trust Ibraheem
With hands-on experience in both consultancy and council-side review, Ibraheem understands exactly what planning officers expect. His work is known for being technically robust, practical, and consistently accepted by local authorities.
Qualifications
MSc Environmental Science – University of London
Postgraduate Diploma in Acoustics & Noise Control
BSc Geography & Planning Science
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