Since Peter's death, we have had to hit the ground running, picking up the pieces as we went along. We explored and acted on new business and research when it was possible, continuing with our schools programme and our research students to finance the ongoing vision. With these aims in view, Peter's plans for the geophysics test bed have continued to develop, with its needs becoming clearer all the while. In the years to come, we will be able to offer any disciple of geophysics stable areas of practice together with the baseline data to compile their own research and experience. We welcome all contributors of ideas and practitioners who are willing to help us build for the future.

In terms of the future, we must find ways of financing the ongoing work. This means spreading the word, telling all those we meet what we can do for them, and the work we own that can support them. We need a regular supply of students to use our facilities, and for us to use them in return. We have to build firmer contacts with other disciplines and new ideas that will pay for our continued work.