UKGBC and business leaders demand govt address domestic energy efficiency
The UKGBC and 28 business leaders have urged the government to prioritise support for domestic energy efficiency and low carbon heat.
GMI becomes latest member of the 5% Club thanks to successful...
GMI's construction apprenticeships and undergraduate work placements have earned it a position in the prestigious 5% Club.
Ramboll announces record revenue and profit results
Architecture, engineering, and consultancy company Ramboll delivered record revenue and profit result in 2021, with the highest revenue and operating profit ever, and the highest Operating margin (EBITA) since 2010.
Planning application submitted to demolish derelict Friarsgate Medical Centre
Winchester City Council has submitted planning applications to demolish the former derelict Friarsgate Medical Centre, which will be redeveloped and turned into a temporary area of public open space.
BPF sets out plans for decarbonising the built environment with its...
The British Property Federation (BPF) has announced that it is developing plans for a Net Zero Pledge that will unite its members decarbonising the built environment and achieving net zero by 2050.
New free construction site diary app supports seamless digital working
A free construction site diary app is making waves in the industry by offering digital working alternatives to outdated paper-based systems.
Kier Highways begins trial of new risk assessment app
Kier Highways have begun trails on a new innovative risk assessment app 'FYLD', which conducts digital risk assessments which will save time, increase safety, and boost collaborative working practices.
How to safeguard construction worker’s mental health
Caring for our mental health is just as important as looking after our physical health, but it can often go by the wayside when busy at work. In this article, Kelly Friel from Zoro explains how the industry can better safeguard construction worker's mental health to ensure happier and more productive workers.
£28m Ferrous housing scheme for Manchester Piccadilly East gets green light
The Manchester Piccadilly East neighbourhood is set to expand as Capital&Centric’s £28m Ferrous housing plans are given the go ahead.
A guide to waterproofing materials in construction
Michael Jones, National waterproofing manager at Peter Cox outlines a range of waterproofing materials in construction, and the benefits they can bring if used correctly.
Kier awarded place on £500m Central Bedfordshire Construction Framework
Leading construction and infrastructure services provider Kier has been awarded a place on Lots 4 and 5 of the Central Bedfordshire Construction Framework.
Turnstone Estates breaks ground at Colchester Northern Gateway
Turnstone Estates has celebrated the start of work at its £65m Colchester Northern Gateway Leisure Park development, with a ground-breaking ceremony.
Vectorworks launches new unity-based 3D model viewing technology
Vectorworks, Inc. has released its third service pack for the Vectorworks 2022 product line, which includes 3D model viewing technology, and improvements to Vectorworks Cloud Services for all design customers.
[Video] New home building technology to reduce household bills
Etopia Group is rolling out a state-of-the-art new home building technology that will reduce household bills for customers by hundreds of pounds.
How can volumetric mixers make the concrete industry more sustainable?
Concrete has shaped much of our built environment, however, it accounts for about 8% of the world's carbon emissions. PBC Today spoke to Brandon Hess, UK country manager at Volumech, about how volumetric mixers can make the concrete industry more sustainable.
Why are cloud workstations critical for AEC firms?
Cloud workstations can benefit AEC firms in a number of ways, from reducing costs and simplifying IT infrastructure. Workspot cloud solution tells us more.
St. Modwen to deliver more than 1,100 new homes in England
Leading UK developer St. Modwen Homes announces £85m+ of investment across five sites with plans to construct 1,100 new homes in England
BAM appointed to deliver new Weldon Village Academy
BAM Construction has received planning permission from North Northamptonshire Council to begin work on the new Weldon Village Academy, a co-educational secondary school in Weldon, Corby.
Ukraine-Russia war will cause tender price inflation in 2022
Mace's Market View report has forecast tender price inflation by 5.5% in 2022 due to Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine.
Planning permission granted for Cambridge Children’s Hospital
Planning permission has been granted for the early designs and floor plans of Cambridge Children’s Hospital in the East of England.
London HS2 contractor ends partnership with Russian oligarch
Strabag, HS2’s London tunnels contractor, announced that its core family shareholder has terminated their syndicate agreement in place with Rasperia Trading Ltd, which is owned by Russian oligarch Oleg Deripaska.
Why the listed building planning permission process needs to be reformed
Karen Bell, creative director at David Salisbury, discusses why the listed building planning permission process needs to change and explores the challenges involved.
Support options for property owners with cladding and EWS1 form issues
Stuart Collar-Brown, director at My Auction, provides insight into the support and options available for property owners with cladding and EWS1 form issues.
Barriers to retrofitting homes within the social housing sector
Gail Scholes, head of local authority, considers the ‘social anxiety’ of retrofitting homes, how this will affect the most vulnerable and how we can overcome these issues.
Egnyte announces new capabilities for BIM file collaboration
Egnyte announces new capabilities for BIM File collaboration and an expansion of AEC workflows for project delivery and closeout.
National Highways announce £51.6m A19 upgrade
National Highways announce £51.6m A19 upgrade near Sunderland, which will support the regional economy and provide access to the International Advanced Manufacturing Park (IAMP) to the north of Nissan’s motor manufacturing plant.