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Mycelium composites: A sustainable alternative for Africa?

A recent Life Cycle Assessment study conducted by researchers at the University of Bristol examined the potential environmental impact of mycelium composites, heralded as green materials of the future, on African communities.

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Network Rail’s innovative railway footbridge design unveiled

Network Rail’s new modular bridge design that could transform rail crossings across Britain has been unveiled at Rail Live today (June 16).

Modular construction: The push to solve the housing crisis

According to Forbes, during 2017-2018 only 7.5% of the homes built in the UK used modular construction, and although this number has grown year on year, this is still a long way short of market leader Sweden’s mammoth 45%, Sean Keyes, managing director a Sutcliffe explores this.

Premier Modular appoints new senior business development manager

Premier Modular has appointed Martin Irvine to its team of offsite specialists as its new senior business development manager.

First homes craned into place at South Ayrshire modular housing scheme

The first four homes have been craned into place at the affordable modular housing development in Dundonald, South Ayrshire.

Premier wins place on £330m LHC modular buildings framework

Premier Modular’s appointment to the framework covers the design, supply and installation of both temporary and permanent modular buildings to NHS trusts, local authorities, social landlords, and other public bodies.

MMC and structural defects warranties in technicolour

Modular construction is very much part of our next generation housing stock. Here, ICW and Foot Anstey explore how stakeholders approach a structural defects warranty, looking in turn at the point of view of each party throughout the process.

Modular buildings: The perfect solution for education estates

Providing the right learning environment for pupils is of paramount importance. No matter what the need is, modular buildings can help you achieve your goals.

CSIC reveals blueprint for modular approach to office fit-out

Construction Scotland Innovation Centre (CSIC) has revealed new plans to transform public spaces into an alternative to city-centre offices, reflecting the changing working patterns post-Covid.

Work underway at £9.8m Loughborough school regeneration

Willmott Dixon has commenced construction works on a modular extension and refurbishment at Iveshead School in Shepshed, Loughborough to accommodate new housing growth across the region.

Construction underway at Co-op Academy Belle Vue in Manchester

Darwin Group has started work to deliver a teaching block for Co-op Academy Belle Vue, East Manchester.

Premier Modular to provide accommodation at Lewisham Gateway

Premier Modular is set to deliver modular office accommodation and welfare facilities for Lewisham Gateway phase 2, a £197m regeneration project in London.

World’s tallest modular housing scheme completed in Croydon

The world’s tallest modular housing scheme, reaching a height of 135m has opened in Croydon, London.

CCG OSM appoints new director

CCG OSM (OFFSITE MANUFACTURING) LTD, a subsidiary of the CCG (Scotland) Group, has appointed a new director as part of the firm’s ongoing strategy for growth.

Premier Modular delivers £2m special educational needs facility

Premier Modular has delivered a new £2m special educational needs facility at Nethergate Academy in Nottingham – an Ofsted Outstanding special school for children with autism, learning difficulties and disabilities.

Wernick retains place on LHC modular framework

Wernick Buildings has been reappointed to LHC’s £300m Modular Buildings (MB2) framework to deliver permanent, refurbished and temporary modular buildings.

Modular construction: Initiatives, technology and the future landscape

Viewpoint explores how modular construction is currently being used alongside leading technologies in the UK to elevate and future-proof contractors and their projects.

Apache unveils £1.6bn plan to build modular rental homes

Apache Capital has revealed plans to launch the UK’s first purpose-built and designed family homes for rent across the UK.

17 offsite manufacturers win place on £300m framework

17 offsite manufacturers have secured places on the new £300m Modular Buildings (MB2) framework from LHC.

Sips Eco to help meet Scotland’s need for low carbon affordable homes

Structural insulated panel (SIPs) manufacturer, Sips Eco boosts investment to meet Scotland’s pressing need for low carbon, high quality affordable homes.

VolkerFitzpatrick installs bridge at Brent Cross West station

VolkerFitzpatrick has installed the first part of the Eastern Overbridge which will provide the first pedestrian and cycleway crossing over the Midland Main Line.

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