Home Blog Page 134
The Energy Prices Bill has been introduced to Parliament, to provide support for consumers in response to the cost-of-living crisis

Energy Prices Bill launched by Government to support households and businesses

The Energy Prices Bill has been introduced to Parliament, to provide support for consumers in response to the cost-of-living crisis.
Bricsys Partners with CADprofi to Offer 2D Standard Parts Library for Fast, Design Compliant Workflow

Bricsys and CADprofi partner to offer 2D standard parts library for...

Bricsys, global provider of design software and part of Hexagon, has announced a strategic partnership with CADprofi®, a leading developer of CAD design applications to offer a 2D standard parts library for a fast, design compliant workflow.
Gold Standard 12 months on: Are we moving towards truly collaborative procurement in construction?

Gold Standard 12 months on: Are we moving towards truly collaborative...

LHC’s head of technical procurement Dean Fazackerley assesses whether the sector has gotten better at collaborative procurement since the release of the Constructing the Gold Standard.
Michaela wain women in construction headshot

Women in Construction ambassador Michaela Wain talks about equality in the...

In this article, PBC Today interviewed 2017 Apprentice finalist and Women in Construction ambassador Michaela Wain, who sheds light on her experiences working in the industry, how women can join the sector, and the future of equality and diversity in construction.
3d concrete printing

Is 3D concrete printing (3DCP) the future?

A UK first 3D concrete printing innovation by BAM in Glasgow has created the path to a more productive future across the construction industry.
Derriford Hospital Extension CREDIT Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust

MWD Healthcare to build £126m Urgent and Emergency Care Centre in...

MWD Healthcare has been appointed to build a new Urgent and Emergency Care Centre at University Hospitals Plymouth, as part of the NHS ProCure23 (P23) Framework.
BW Interiors case study image certifying applications for payment

BW: Certifying applications for payment with Payapps

Boasting a diverse range of projects, BW continually strives for innovation and collaboration within the interior fit-out industry. This article explores how BW introduced Payapps to their business to create an online platform for receiving, managing, and certifying applications for payment.
Rahul Patalia, urban regeneration lead at WSP

WSP appoints two directors to lead on urban regeneration

WSP has appointed two directors from Stantec to its property & buildings business to lead the firm’s multi-disciplinary urban regeneration work.
Abbey Farm ET Primary School, a recently completed project on the Offsite Schools Framework that Reds10 will be completing £60m of government construction work for

£60m of government construction work to be delivered by Reds10

Reds10 has begun work on £60m of government construction projects, including two new schools, updated barracks and up to 2,000 new temporary prison cells.
3D Rendering of Digital abstract technology

What are the key features and benefits of CMMS?

Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS), coordinates a company’s maintenance activities through digital software, from routine servicing to machinery breakdowns and performance issues. In this article, Elecosoft explains the key features and benefits of the system, and why companies should invest.
data security concept

What do you need to know about data security in construction?

With the world becoming increasingly digital, cybersecurity has emerged as one of the most critical elements of every company’s business strategy. This whitepaper from Bluebeam explores data security in construction, and how businesses can stay protected from cybersecurity attacks.
Tilbury Douglas and Unity have launched a new digital design platform known as ‘Connect Configurator’ to more efficiently create concept designs

Tilbury Douglas launches new digital design platform ‘Connect Configurator’

Tilbury Douglas and Unity have launched a new digital design platform known as ‘Connect Configurator’ to more efficiently create concept designs
A shortage of nearly 500,000 senior living housing units has illuminated the impact the housing crisis may have on the increasing elderly population of the UK

Senior living housing shortage exposes scale of UK housing crisis

A shortage of nearly 500,000 senior living housing units has illuminated the impact the housing crisis may have on the increasing elderly population of the UK.
Stock image of woman on a sofa

Driving BIM innovation in housebuilding

A first-ever “consumer data specification” for new homes sets a benchmark for driving BIM innovation in housebuilding, explains Nigel Walley, managing director at Chimni.
technology and industry process automationconcept.

The four benefits of process automation for construction companies

Process automation is a term we hear often, however, the processes that would benefit most from these tools are often only discussed at a high level. In this article, FlowForma explains how their process automation tool can improve business efficiency.
Close up of businesswoman holding digital construction project in palms to represent achieving net zero

How can data help the construction industry achieve net zero objectives?

In this article, Antony Brophy, director of business development at Cobuilder UK, explains how implementing data technology in construction businesses can help the industry achieve net zero.
Canterbury Riverside exterior modular student accommodation

Bouygues UK completes modular student accommodation in Canterbury  

Bouygues UK has successfully completed its first self-delivered modular student accommodation project at Canterbury Riverside.
The August 2022 ONS figures have been released, showing the second consecutive monthly growth in the industry with an increase of 0.4%

August 2022 ONS figures see construction output rise in new work

The August 2022 ONS figures have been released, showing the second consecutive monthly growth in the industry with an increase of 0.4%
digital transformation concept

Bentley Systems partners with FUKUI COMPUTER to promote digital transformation

FUKUI COMPUTER, the CAD vendor for the construction industry, has announced a strategic partnership with Bentley Systems to accelerate the adoption of digital transformation in the Japanese construction industry.
Social housing provider Orbit has received ISO14001:2015 certification by the British Standards Institute for its environmental management system

Orbit receives ISO14001:2015 certification

Social housing provider Orbit has received ISO14001:2015 certification by the British Standards Institute for its environmental management system.
Jason Stapley, of Pagabo, which has issued a prior information notice (PIN) for its latest £1bn construction framework – the second generation of its Refit and Refurbishment framework

Refit and refurbishment framework from Pagabo seeking suppliers

Pagabo has issued a prior information notice (PIN) for its latest £1bn construction framework – the second generation of its Refit and Refurbishment framework.
Security Consultant Fitting Security Light To House

How to keep your home safe with visible deterrents that meet...

As part of National Home Security Month 2022, Kenny McHugh, national manager for Secured by Design, the police preferred specification, looks at some simple steps that everyone can take to keep their home safe.
Forest Gate Lytham development

[VIDEO] AHCI Structural Warranty Insurance on-site at Forest Gate Lytham

Mike Davis, chairman of Chandler Property Investment, and Darren Marshall, director at Lumsdon Wood Partnership explain the benefits of working with Structural Warranty Insurance company Advantage Home Construction Insurance (AHCI) at the Forest Gate Lytham development.
A CGI image depicting the result of modular school framework project for the offsite construction of Northampton School for Boys Multi-Academy Trust

Northampton modular school framework project bagged by Algeco

Algeco has secured a Department for Education (DfE) funded modular school framework project for the offsite construction of Northampton School for Boys Multi-Academy Trust.
Karen Wheatley, first female Director (commercial) Barratt developments

Barratt Developments appoints first female director to its board

Barratt Developments North East has appointed Karen Wheatley as the first female commercial director to its board.
Pictured launching the ICW Showcase Awards are Karen McDermott, Group Marketing Manager at ICW Group, and Philip Quinn, Director of Surveying Services

ICW Group launches ICW Showcase Awards to celebrate excellence in construction

ICW Group has launched the ICW Showcase Awards, which will identify and reward excellence in the construction sector.