Evercam 4D View helps to leverage engineering data for stakeholders
Evercam 4D View is the latest addition to Bentley Systems' powered by iTwin program, which will help project teams to leverage engineering and design data and communicate project plans to stakeholders.
Medway leisure centre worth £23.7m to be delivered by Willmott Dixon
Willmott Dixon has been appointed by Medway Council to deliver ‘Splashes’, a new leisure centre with swimming pools, gym, fitness studio and cafe.
The complete guide to digital collaboration in construction
Communication and collaboration in construction are as old as the industry itself, but these processes have changed a lot over the years — at least, they have at the most effective construction firms. If your business is still using analog methods of sharing important information, you may be missing out on everyday value.
Fine issued by HSE after blind man fell into open manhole
A family-run plumbing business in Aberdeenshire has been fined £4,000 after a blind man fell into an open manhole without adequate signage or barriers.
Noela Fitton joins United Living Group as head of strategic bids
United Living Group has announced the new head of strategic bids in their infrastructure services division as Noela Fitton.
Inflation leads to project starts decline, Glenigan December 2022 data shows
The Glenigan December 2022 Construction review shows a minor rise in planning approvals, but a 7% fall in underlying project starts.
Social housing providers encouraged to use LHC framework duo for home...
Social housing providers and local authorities are encouraged to use the LHC framework duo to upgrade windows, doors and kitchens across their stock.
Anna Baker joins Kier Construction as head of sustainability
Kier Construction has appointed Anna Baker as the new head of sustainability, as part of the newly formed Responsible Business team.
RICS launches refreshed consumer flooding guide
The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) launched its refreshed consumer flooding guide, amid reports that extreme flooding could become more common in the UK due to the effects of climate change.
Selectaglaze secondary glazing helps to get public buildings Protect Duty ready
Designed to protect members of the public against the ever-present threat of terrorism, this new piece of government legislation will become law at some point in 2023. But what is it, does it affect you – and how can Selectaglaze secondary glazing help you get Protect Duty ready?
Embracing openBIM and Building Lifecycle Intelligence with Nemetschek Solutions
Takenaka Corporation, Japan, is using Nemetschek Group solutions to build its BIM strategies, and provide first-class architectural, engineering and construction services. Leveraging an open Building Lifecycle Intelligence approach with a Digital Twin, the company is creating impressive buildings and structures across the globe.
Stamp duty cuts, affordability, and the housing crisis
The government stamp duty cuts need to be in conjunction with supply-side interventions, argues Grant Westall-Reece, partner in residential development at Bidwells.
NHBC welcomes Etopia and Istidama to NHBC Accepts
Warranty and insurance provider NHBC has welcomed Etopia & Istidama to NHBC Accepts, which enables quicker assessment of a home for warranty and reduces the risk to the builder of delays in their project.
How can phosphate and nitrate pollution affect construction sites?
Phosphate and nitrate pollution is detrimental to development sites, holding up many million pounds worth of construction across the south of England, particularly around the Solent area, at a time when demand for housing has never been higher, Paul Deakin, Rund Partnership Limited explains.
Social housing regulator investigation into RBH finds ‘significant failures’
An investigation by the regulator of social housing following the death of Awaab Ishak has found significant failings in how Rochdale Boroughwide Housing deals with damp and mould.
First zero carbon mixed-use development in UK supported by FHP
FHP has been appointed to support the £2.5bn design and construction of the UK’s first zero carbon mixed use development, Bankside Yards West.
M-AR celebrates 15th anniversary as it continues to champion offsite solutions
Specialist offsite manufacturer M-AR is celebrating 15 years of business as it continues to champion offsite solutions to the wider construction industry.
Two major appointments made to Willmott Dixon main board
Two new sustainability and financial players will be joining the Willmott Dixon main board from 1 January 2023.
An introduction to construction management with Elecosoft
Construction projects are complex, challenging, and unpredictable. In this article, Elecosoft explains the ways in which construction management can aid construction projects in planning, management, and coordination.
Ukrainian refugees employed through GRAHAM’s diversity and inclusion scheme
Nine Ukrainian refugees have been employed as general labourers across the PLATFORM_ Glasgow and Candleriggs Square build-to-rent (BTR) sites in Glasgow.
Working in cold weather: How can construction employers mitigate risk?
As the Met Office issues a level three cold weather alert until Thursday 15 December across parts of the country, construction employers are being reminded of their responsibilities to keep their workers safe as cold weather prevails across the UK.
New £26m West Yorkshire firefighters headquarters to be delivered by Willmott...
A new West Yorkshire firefighters headquarters will be delivered by Willmott Dixon, adding to their blue light track record.
Local communities could benefit as onshore wind projects ban is lifted
As the government announces a consultation on onshore wind projects, Vicki Redman of Womble Bond Dickinson explores how local communities could benefit.
Sustainable action not fast enough, Sustainable Futures Report finds
As the conversation around sustainability in the construction sector heats up, the NBS Sustainable Futures report has discovered that 15% of construction professionals believe their organisations are likely to miss the 2050 net zero deadline. Lee Jones, head of manufacturing solutions at NBS explains.
West Fraser: Cutting out waste for a greener wood panel
We all know that we need to protect the environment and try to undo some of the damage that has been done in the past. West Fraser, one of the UK’s leading wood panel manufacturers, takes this mission very seriously, with 99.5% of raw material being used during production of its boards.
National Highways awards 1.3bn of road surface works via Pavement Delivery...
National Highways' Pavement Delivery Framework has confirmed over £1.3bn worth of road surface maintenance works on motorways and major A-roads in England.