SCMS Associates: Designing net zero modular buildings across the UK
This article follows the MBI's Inside Modular Podcast, where Stuart Cameron, co-founder of UK-based design firm SCMS Associates talks about designing net zero modular buildings in and around England ahead of London's goal of being a net zero carbon city by 2030.
Construction technology adoption: Has the industry been left behind?
Despite the construction industry being one of the largest sectors in the world, construction technology adoption is falling behind. Find out how SymTerra’s communication platform can turn the tide on digital transformation.
Data-driven transport: How the construction industry can build a sustainable future
Building a sustainable future requires smart, data-driven public transport networks, says Devin de Vries, CEO of WhereIsMyTransport.
Fictional city demonstrates the benefit of connecting digital twins
How a digital twin city helped the National Digital Twin programme communicate the benefits of connected visualisation.
ZERO Playbook: Setting the path to decarbonising construction
Decarbonising construction is a complex and challenging task. Industry group ZERO is working on a plain language playbook that will help everyone make the journey.
Simon Varo appointed as operations director by Edwin James Group
Edwin James Group has selected Simon Varo as Operations Director at group company Parker Technical Services, handling digital transformation and customer management across the Group.
Terms and conditions in a construction contract: Incorporated or not?
Throughout construction works, there are often arguments that revolve around whether terms and conditions in a construction contract has been incorporated or not.
Right to Buy v Right to Acquire: What will the effects...
Right To Acquire is based on housing stock that associations have already bought or developed, which they then offer back to their tenants at a rate that was previously much less discounted than that of the Right To Buy scheme for council tenants.
Construction industry reacts as Liz Truss named next UK prime minister
Liz Truss has won the conservative election race against Rishi Sunak to become the next UK prime minister. Here we look at how the construction industry has reacted to the announcement and its likely impact on the housing sector.
Devon-based timber company fined £80,000 after worker falls from a height
Timber company fined £80,000 after a worker falls through a stairwell during a barn conversion and broke two vertebrae.
Vistry buys Countryside Properties for £1.25bn
Vistry buys Countryside Properties in a deal worth £1.25bn, adding to Vistry Group's existing brands including Bovis Homes and Linden Homes.
New fire safety clause for high-rise repairs published by IUA
A new model insurance fire safety clause for high-rise repairs has been published by the International Underwriting Association (IUA), designed to speed up the removal of unsafe cladding and build insurer confidence in the industry.
FARO acquires mobile scanning solutions provider GeoSLAM
4D reality solutions provider FARO® Technologies has acquired GeoSLAM, a leading provider of mobile scanning solutions with SLAM software to create 3D models for use in Digital Twin applications.
New strategy from HM Land Registry promises a digital property market
HM Land Registry has launched a new strategy to create a more efficient, fully digital property market and a matching modern land registration system.
Mace to deliver next phase of Begbroke Science Park development
Mace have been appointed to deliver the next phase of Begbroke Science Park’s development, part of a £100m investment into expanding the park.
Kitchen suppliers win places on £20m public sector framework
Seven kitchen suppliers and manufacturers have won places on a £20m framework to deliver modern, accessible and sustainable kitchens to social housing providers and the public sector nationwide.
How information digitisation is transforming the residential sector
The use of digital technology and innovative processes has been propelled since the Covid-19 pandemic, with the move towards better information management and automation for planning, design, construction and handover, as well as operations and maintenance, for the residential sector, Zutec explains.
New Decent Home Standards to improve private rented homes
New Decent Homes Standards have been proposed for the private rented sector for the first time, to ensure that homes are safe and secure.
Construction starts on £7.4m extension to Leeds district heating network
A planned extension to Leeds’ district heating network will begin construction after being awarded Heat Networks Investment Project funding, adding 2,500 metres to the network.
Digital process automation: Automate your construction processes one brick at a...
The demand for digital process automation solutions among construction companies continues to soar, as organisations look to new technologies to operate as efficiently as possible, keep overheads low and stay ultra-competitive.
HS2 LPG generator trials celebrate 95% reduction in emissions
HS2 LPG generator trials, in which liquefied petroleum gas is used as a replacement for diesel, have shown massive reductions in emissions.
LHC’s £90m ASC1 public sector framework opens for early interest
Experts and consultancies in property maintenance, water safety, and radon and asbestos services are being encouraged to register their early interest for LHC's ASC1 public sector framework.
How can organisations tackle burnout in construction?
Can organisations do anything to tackle the rising instances of burnout in construction or is it simply out of their control? The answer lies in improving key aspects of organisational culture, as Robert Ordever, European MD of workplace culture expert OC Tanner, explains.
Data is your mortar for better connected construction projects
The industry is facing many uncontrollable challenges. Rising material prices, fuel costs and labour shortages are eroding traditional profit margins. But how can data be used for better connected construction projects?.
Orkney Islands uses digital twin technology to optimise building performance
Orkney Islands Council has implemented digital twin technology across its building portfolio to optimise operational performance, energy efficiency and air quality.
HBF Star Rating scheme expanded to two major structural warranty providers
The HBF Star Rating scheme has been expanded, with the addition of major structural warranty providers Premier Guarantee and LABC Warranty.