World’s first hydrogen brick marks new milestone for sustainable building
Produced by Michelmersh, the world's first 100% hydrogen-fired brick is now on display at the London Science Museum.
Construction project management sees 23% growth, contributing £33bn to UK Economy
A new APM report reveals a 20% growth in the construction project management sector over five years, contributing £33bn annually to the UK's GVA.
RTPI launches updated Planning Enforcement Handbook
The Royal Town Planning Institute has launched a new Planning Enforcement Handbook for England in preparation for new Levelling Up and Regeneration Act rules coming into effect.
Architectural visualisation: Designing cities for mental wellbeing
One in three of the UK city dwellers believe their home has had a negative effect on their mental wellbeing. Petr Mitev, vice-president of solutions for designers at Chaos, says urban design needs to embrace architectural visualisation and sustainability to build a better future.
Digital Construction Today: Get the global view on BIM, digital twins,...
Digital Construction Today, a new website covering the adoption and application of technology in the global architecture, engineering and construction sectors, is now live.
Vectorworks, Inc. strengthens AI capabilities with Veras Partnership
EvolveLAB has joined the Vectorworks Partner Network, delivering an additional AI visualisation resource to designers.
BGEN wins £84m electrical and instrumentation contract at Hinkley Point C
GE Steam Power Systems has awarded BGEN a £84m electrical and instrumentation solutions contract at the Hinkley Point C nuclear power station in Somerset.
Construction technology strategy is key to making the UK a global...
If the UK wants to be serious about becoming a global tech powerhouse, it must place a construction technology strategy at the heart of innovation efforts, argues Haman Manak, procurement director at Stanmore.
MPs urged to reject selective licensing amendment by CIEH
The Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) has urged MPs to reject an amendment to the Renters (Reform) Bill that threatens the future of selective licensing.
Navigating the new landscape of building safety regulations
With the transition period for the Building Safety Act ending in April, Nathan Hooper, associate at Hollis, says it is essential to understand the duties and compliance requirements of the new building safety regulations.
Over half of contractors report increase in collaborative working during procurementÂ
54% of contractors surveyed in the RLB's annual Procurement Trends survey reported an increase in collaborative working in procurement, with 35% of contractors stating that clients were more willing to share risk.
Why fire sprinklers are an essential component of building safety
As the British Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association (BAFSA) turns 50, its sprinkler ambassador, Nick Coleshill, reminds us of why fire sprinklers should form an essential component of any building’s safety strategy.
Mace appoints Martin Feakes as new head of engineering
Mace has announced the appointment of Martin Feakes as the new group head of civil and structural engineering.
Designing homes with MMC for the Future Homes Standard
At a time when housing is so desperately needed and demand far outweighs the supply, Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) could be the answer to deliver homes quickly, sustainably, and in volume explains Saint-Gobain Off-Site Solutions.
Water infrastructure lessons from one of the UK’s driest counties
David Meek, CEO of This Land, explores the challenges facing Cambridgeshire's water infrastructure and how planners and developers can optimise their designs accordingly.
How to foster an improved culture of safety in construction and...
Dominic Ashley-Timms, CEO of performance consultancy Notion, examines how those managing work sites can foster an improved culture of safety in construction and motivation to improve efficiency and attract the next generation.
Dominus selects J3 to advise on 600+ unit PBSA London project
J3 will source and place insurance for 61-65 Holborn Viaduct, a 600+ unit PBSA scheme that has the potential to serve LSE, Kings College London and Queen Mary University of London.
ICW: Delivering success for housebuilders and developers
ICW Group, a leading provider of building warranties and building control services for housebuilders and developers, has recently announced the first winners in its inaugural ICW Showcase Awards.
Promoting crime prevention design and participatory communities
Promoting strong, safe communities through sustainable crime prevention design is a desire and aspiration for those who work in fields of planning and building control – and indeed the majority of those working to configure the built environment.
Scotland to introduce new Scottish Building Safety Levy
The Scottish government has gained approval from the UK government for its independent Building Safety Levy on developers aimed at financing cladding remediation.
Labour sets out golden rules for housebuilding
Labour has published five golden rules for housebuilding, prioritising development on brownfield and 'grey belt' land to deliver 1.5 million homes by 2030.
What’s new in The Building Safety Act?
The cementing of the Building Safety Act will see April 2024 marked as a significant month for UK construction, as Bal Manak, construction partner at Square One Law, explains.
AtkinsRéalis meets new biodiversity net gain legislation with geospatial approach
AtkinsRéalis has created a new solution to streamline the processes involved in biodiversity net gain management and meet the new legislation in England.
Holistic approach to sustainability sets SFS rainscreen brackets above the competition
The complexities and sometimes confusions of sustainability in construction put specifiers in a daunting position, with even apparently responsible choices of material –including picking recycled aluminium – leaving a host of questions still to be answered.
Adopting a diverse local supply chain with The Build Chain
The Build Chain connects subcontractors and SME housebuilders with nearby suppliers, fostering a tight-knit local supply chain that fuels projects with efficiency and sustainability.
Morgan Sindall secures Major Construction Works Framework
Morgan Sindall Construction’s Eastern Counties business has been appointed to Norfolk County Council’s (NCC) Major Construction Works Framework.