Nemetschek Group appoints César Flores RodrÃguez as new chief division officer
The Nemetschek Group has announced that César Flores RodrÃguez has been appointed as Chief Division Officer (CDO) for Operate & Manage and Digital Twin of the Nemetschek Group with immediate effect.
TFL update on Government funding settlement outlines new investment support
A TFL update on the Government funding settlement details a £1.2bn base funding agreement, ongoing revenue support and will allow for new investment in the railways.
Leveraging design to achieve real-world change
Dr Abi Hird, design innovation lead at the Innovate UK Knowledge Transfer Network, discusses the importance of leveraging design principles when looking to achieve change and bring products and solutions to market.
BBA HAPAS certification awarded to Flex MSE Vegetated Wall System
Gravitas International has received certification by the British Board of Agrément (BBA) for its FLEX MSE System.
Public highway resurfacing trial to create longer-lasting road surfaces
A new public highway resurfacing trial in Chelmsford, Essex, aims to increase the lifespan of roads with a new strengthening compound.
Government Property Strategy to save £2bn by releasing property savings
A new Government Property Strategy has been announced, promising to release £2b in property savings by selling off property and moving jobs out of London.
FlowForma: Joining up the dots with connected construction
In this article, FlowForma explains how technology is helping construction firms become more connected in the aftermath of the pandemic, and why technology is vital for digitisation in the industryÂ
East Anglian border control facility completed at Harwich International Port
A new East Anglian border control facility has been completed at Harwich International Port in Essex, enabling the inspection of goods entering the UK.
Apollo Protocol: Manufacturing and built environment sectors join forces in connected...
The Apollo Protocol will support cross-sector digital twins that will enable each sector to be more sustainable, innovative and cost-effective. Henry Fenby-Taylor of the IET’s Built Environment Panel takes a look.
Building for a better tomorrow: How can the sector deliver a...
Construction is facing big questions about productivity and sustainability. How it responds will define the future of the industry and the future of the planet. David Wigglesworth, managing director at SFS UK, the global leader in building envelopes, looks at what the sector can do to safeguard the future and deliver a sustainable built environment.
A second wave of inflation: How will new interest rates affect...
As new interest rates continue to rise and the Bank of England predicts a recession, mortgage repayment rates are expected to rise and have a knock-on effect on rent prices.
Vectorworks announces the launch of its 2023 product line
Global design and BIM software provider Vectorworks has announced that it will soon launch its 2023 product line, which is focused on providing time-saving tools that automate processes.
[VIDEO] West Fraser: How is CaberFloor made?
West Fraser demonstrates how its sturdy CaberFloor is made at the Cowie facility near Stirling, Scotland in a short 90-second video.
Two new schools in Walsall complete construction projects with Tilbury Douglas
Tilbury Douglas has completed construction schemes at two new schools in Walsall offering alternative provision for students at risk of exclusion and those specialising creative, health and digital education.
How to ensure ethical digital twins
Dr Kevin Macnish, digital ethics consulting manager at Sopra Steria, explains the importance of ethical digital twins and how the UK can establish a robust and trusted National Digital Twin programme to help society.
Rent cap on social housing proposed to support tenants with cost...
A consultation has been launched on a rent cap on social housing to assist tenants with the cost-of-living crisis, with tenants and landlords encouraged to participate.
Seddon pledges support for Friends of Energy House 2.0
Seddon has joined the University of Salford’s Friends of Energy House 2.0, which will create a STEM PhD studentship, local community initiatives and educational outreach programmes.
FlowForma develops new workflow integration tool to Procore
FlowForma has developed a new workflow integration tool to construction management software Procore, which will support customers and maximise ROI for construction firms.
Making the stars align for building net zero carbon homes
As AIMCH, the UKs flagship collaborative R&D project, whose aim has been to develop, trial and scale up industrialised housing techniques ends, Stewart Dalgarno, its project director, reflects on its achievements and predicts what’s next on the agenda for building net zero carbon homes.
£1.14b East Midlands devolution deal to drive regeneration and create new...
A £1.14b investment fund has been agreed as part of an East Midlands devolution deal, driving regeneration and creating a directly elected Mayor role responsible for delivering local priorities.
LABC roadshow offers ‘lite’ version of Actis’ Part L CPD module
LABC roadshow, in East Anglia, offers ‘lite' version of Actis' newly certified Part L CPD module to builders, specifiers, building control officers and architects.
Work underway on green steelmaking project at North East facility
CMS is installing hydrogen pipeline systems at the Materials Processing Institute, in the initial phase of a project exploring the capabilities of green steelmaking.
How digital technologies enhance infrastructure resilience
2022 EC3 Thorpe Medal winner Dr Sotirios Argyroudis explains the exciting opportunities and roles of digital twins, IoT and machine learning in enhancing critical infrastructure resilience and sustainability.
New fast-track planning route will speed up major infrastructure projects
A new fast-track planning route announced by the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities will speed up major infrastructure projects such as road improvements and wind farms.
RICS courses and events: meet the future needs of the construction...
Are you a construction professional working on claims or have the desire to become an expert determiner? Check out the latest RICS courses
How BIM saved time on new Indonesian toll road
PT Wijaya Karya used Bentley applications on a BIM pilot project for a new Indonesian toll road, reducing the time needed for surveying by 25% and costs by 3% while providing a federated model that can assist with operations.