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Agratas and Robert McAlpine to produce UK’s largest gigafactory
Sir Robert McAlpine has been appointed to construct Building One, Agratas' planned gigafactory, in Bridgewater, Somerset.
CCS becomes first public sector procurement organisation to achieve Constructing the...
Crown Commercial Service (CCS) has become the first public sector procurement organisation to be verified under Constructing Excellence's ‘Gold Standard Verification Scheme’.
Old railway arches to provide for new businesses
Old railway arches are often left to dilapidate, however, Pexhurst has partnered with The Arch Company to help refurbish 1,000 arches across the UK, and use them to provide a space for businesses.
World’s largest luffing tower crane returning to Hinkley Point
Marr Contracting's M2480D, the largest capacity luffing tower crane in the world, is returning to Hinkley Point to work within the unit 2 turbine hall.
The potential of BIM for renovation projects
It is the task of the architects and structural engineers in charge of renovating an old building to reconcile the preservation of historical character, safety, functionality and energy requirements. The use of BIM for renovation projects can ease such a complex operation.
How will the Supreme Court’s climate impact ruling affect future projects?
A major decision handed down by the Supreme Court ruling that oil companies must factor in greenhouse gas emissions from drilling will add uncertainty and delay to major future projects, writes David Harries, partner and head of planning at Aaron & Partners
King’s Speech wins cautiously positive review from construction industry
With King Charles opening the first Labour government in 14 years, the construction industry offers their thoughts.
3D laser scanning for land surveying can help map the UK’s...
Land surveying is an essential part of maintaining and modernising British rail. Terrestrial laser scanning and mobile LiDAR, along with drones, can be the precision measurement tools that help get the system back on track.
Construction manufacturers not prioritising digitisation, says CLC
The Construction Leadership Council has published a research report stating that construction product manufacturers must put more focus on digitisation.
New Northstowe town set to have 50% affordable housing
Northstowe, a new town in development in Cambridgeshire by Homes England, Keepmoat Homes, and Capital&Centric, is set to have 3,000 new homes, half of which will be affordable housing.
Insulation specialist Actis offers ‘keep cool’ advice amid heatwave
With a heatwave expected in many parts of England, insulation specialist Actis is drawing attention to the, perhaps counter-intuitive, role insulation has to play in helping mitigate the impact of extreme temperatures.
Family confirms death of Laing O’Rourke co-founder Des O’Rourke
Des O'Rourke, who co-founded Laing O'Rourke in 1978 with his brother Ray, passed away on Wednesday after a short illness.
AI in UK construction: Opportunities, challenges and the path forward
A new survey by IFS found that the UK construction industry is keen to embrace AI but faces several challenges in being ready for adoption. Kenny Ingram, VP for construction and engineering, looks at how to overcome the barriers to fully realising the huge potential of AI in UK construction.
Re:volve Real Estate reaches £1.4m turnover in first year of business
Wilmslow-based Re:volve Real Estate has marked the end of its first year in business by announcing a £1.4m turnover.
CIBSE and IBPSA-England announce partnership
CIBSE and IBPSA-England announce partnership to host the 2025 technical symposium meeting, combining two separate events.
Sarah Jones MP to be named UK construction minister
It is understood that Sarah Jones is to be named the next UK construction minister.
Damp & mould: Sharing causation knowledge
David Bly, managing director of Cornerstone Management Services, a company providing independent expert property health surveys, believes more can be done to fight year-on-year damp, condensation and mould issues in buildings.
Top level experts join first-ever Advisory Board at UK Construction Week
Organisers of UK Construction Week (UKCW), the UK’s biggest event for the built environment, have announced the creation of their first-ever Advisory Board, a prestigious panel of top industry leaders.
Morgan Sindall given £32m to build Walsall waste station
Morgan Sindall have been awarded a contract by Walsall council, worth £32m, for the construction of a waste recycling and transfer station.
Galliford Try launches three year women mentoring scheme for STEM students
Galliford Try's 'Mentoring the Next Generation Programme' will showcase the opportunities the sector can offer women in construction.
Specifying passive fire protection with confidence
The expansion of the gateway scheme and the introduction of the Building Safety Act will make early specification a necessity. For passive fire protection, the benefits are clear with the approach helping to drive up standards to make buildings as safe as possible.
Mace annual report 2023 sees profit 68% up from 2022
The latest Mace annual report details a revenue of £2.36bn in 2023, and £61.7m of profit before tax, up by 68% from 2022.
ICW: Partnering with builders and developers to deliver quality new homes
ICW, one of the UK’s leading providers of residential and commercial warranties, plays a pivotal role in delivering quality new homes and raising standards across the housebuilding industry.
Housing targets and economic growth key focus of King’s Speech
Prime minister Keir Starmer placed the economy at the forefront of his first King's Speech today, with policy reforms geared towards encouraging growth.
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.
Ramboll UK announces new managing director
Ramboll UK is establishing a new managing director as the current director is promoted to head of environment and health division.