Fexillon enters US market with partnership with JE Dunn
Fexillon will be entering the US market as part of a new partnership with JE Dunn Construction, with Fexillon supporting the build and roll-out of sites worth $3bn.
Paul Oakley appointed as DCT Business Development Director
Paul Oakley has joined DCT as Business Development Director, supporting their expansion into new international markets.
Unlocking productivity in the AEC industry without increasing capacity
In this article, Nick Nieder, director of project management, Deltek explains to PBC Today about productivity in the AEC industry, and how construction can remain resilient during times of economic disruption.
HS2 Chiltern grassland transformation project celebrates laying first million cubic metres...
The HS2 Chiltern grassland transformation project is using excavated materials from the Chiltern tunnels to create chalk grassland in the surrounding site.
The use of UAS technology on major infrastructure projects
UAS technology provides near limitless potential to capture big data in a safe, efficient, low-carbon and cost-effective way, say Caroline Raynor and Dean Bain of Costain.
Building a better-built environment: Taking a stand for a more sustainable...
It’s time to take a stand for a better-built environment and net zero outcomes, says Martin Hurn, event director of Futurebuild.
Hockley Mills: The digital tools building Birmingham’s major new development
Nick Leach, head of digital construction at Sir Robert McAlpine, and senior digital construction manager Mark Harrison look at the role of digital tools in the development of Hockley Mills in the heart of Birmingham.
UK House Price Index July 2022 shows the highest annual inflation...
The Office for National Statistics’ UK House Price Index for July 2022 has shown average house prices have increased by £39,000 more than this time last year.
4 ways process automation stops construction project overruns
In this article, FlowForma explains four ways in which process automation can help to stop project overruns and keep construction projects on track.
How can net zero in the construction industry be achieved?
Jan-Maurits Loecke, sustainability fellow & associate principal at architecture firm CallisonRTKL (CRTKL), explores how building design, retrofitting and collaboration can promote net zero in the construction industry.
Speakers announced for 5th World Cement Association Global Conference in Dubai
The World Cement Association has announced the speakers for it’s 5th annual Global Conference in Dubai, where the theme is ‘Navigating the Climate Challenge: Reducing Carbon and Reducing Costs’
Four ways to combat tool theft in the construction industry
In this article, Lucinda Thorpe, business development executive at Newgate explains to PBC Today the ways in which tradespeople can protect themselves from construction tool theft.
Cladding indemnity: The case for industry transparency
Across the industry, attention is squarely trained on the re-cladding and renewal of flammable cladding, and with good reason. Yet persistent uncertainty over which party should be held accountable at each phase of the building process confronts subcontractors with lingering professional indemnity (PI) concerns.
AG Project +Building Consultancy expands senior team
AG Project +Building Consultancy has added four members to its senior team in Preston and Manchester, appointing associate director and people management roles.
Future Innovation Group faces industry challenges head-on at hackathon
The first meeting of a new construction community – the Future Innovation Group (TFIG) – brought together fresh talent and established industry professionals to tackle futureproofing the construction sector. Gerard Toplass, group chief executive officer at The 55 Group and Pagabo, discusses the crucial role that younger industry talent will.
Implementing BIM for housing with the new BIM4HAs Toolkit
BIM for Housing Associations, the housing-led BIM initiative, has launched Version 2 of its BIM4HAs Toolkit for housing providers. BIM Today talked to programme manager Su Butcher and vice-chair Ishka Heart about the project.
Streamlining housebuilding: Using project management software to meet construction targets
In this article, David Simpson, global product manager for Elecosoft explains to PBC Today how housebuilders are using software to meet construction targets.
Inflationary pressures show no signs of easing, reports Arcadis
Arcadis' tender price forecast for 2022 predicts that inflationary pressures will remain throughout 2022/23, with material price increases continuing to be the main driver.
Experts warn of a worse energy crisis in 2023
A report from the Institute for Government has warned that the UK risks a worse energy crisis in 2023, after a decade of ineffective housing and energy policy.
Exploring Vectorworks 2023 with Dr. Biplab Sarkar
In this article, Dr. Biplab Sarkar, CEO of Vectorworks, explores the latest launch of Vectorworks 2023, and how designers and architects will save time with the new update.
Modulous raises £10m for software platform that will help build net-zero...
Modulous seeks to partner with developers, public housing providers, architects and construction firms offering them a configurable Kit of Parts to build net-zero modular homes without a factory.
When is a construction agreement not an agreement?
Construction projects invariably do not remain the same as originally set out. A construction agreement is usually legally finite and unless there is a very clear deed signed to discharge or alter it, the contractual rights survive.
Embracing digitisation to manage the impact of Brexit on the construction...
In this article, Andy Scothern, founder of eCommonSense, explains to PBC Today the lasting impacts of Brexit on the construction industry.
New Regional Director for Tilbury Douglas appointed for Yorkshire and the...
Paul Ellenor has been appointed as the new regional director of Tilbury Douglas in Yorkshire and the North East
Heat pumps in new builds: What do developers need to know?
Joseph Raftery, heating product manager at Samsung Climate Solutions UK, shares insight into the 'must-knows' for developers about heat pumps in new builds - from design to installation.
Innovation Driven Procurement: The value of good ideas and collaboration in...
Innovation Driven Procurement, developed by Morgan Sindall Construction and Nottingham Trent University with support from the Construction Industry Training Board, aims to develop smarter ways to deliver construction projects.