Key advantages and challenges of European modular construction explored in PBC...
On 30th January, a panel of experts from the modular construction industry came together to explore the challenges and key opportunities for the modular sector in Europe in the next five years.
Vectorworks, Inc. expands into New ZealandÂ
Vectorworks customers in New Zealand will now benefit from a more direct service, with support from the Australian regional office.
SFS rainscreen brackets rise above the competition with a holistic approach...
Rainscreen bracket systems are just one of the topics covered in SFS's series of White Papers, exploring alloy strength and thermal performance.
New ACT technology receives European Technical Assessment for eco-efficient cement
Ecocem has announced that its ACT technology has obtained an ETA (European Technical Assessment ) from EOTA for a new eco-efficient cement.
Uptake in construction apprenticeships dropped by 5% in the last 12...
Data analysis by Protrade ahead of National Apprenticeship Week 2024 has revealed that there has been a 5% decrease in the uptake of construction apprenticeships across the UK in the last 12 months.
Administrators appointed at Readie Construction
Employees of Readie Construction were seen seeking work on LinkedIn, after being told early this week that the firm was headed towards administration.
Social housing tenants 11 times more likely to suffer ventilation issues...
Social housing tenants are more than 11 times more likely to experience ventilation issues than plumbing issues, and almost five times as likely to experience ventilation issues as heating issues, according to a new study.
Up to 800 jobs at risk, as Barratt buys Redrow in...
The acquisition will cement Barratt's position as the biggest homebuilder in the UK, as Barratt-Redrow plc, but 800 jobs could be at risk.
Unproductive cities: The urban design choices delivering growth
With the British economy lagging behind the US, Japan and Germany, could the design of our cities be at fault by failing to recognise how transport links, office building design and green spaces can be a key driver of productivity? Jeff Nottage, design director at Turley, looks how urban design can deliver growth.
Re-flow Field Management recaps its best year yet
Re-flow Field Management is an award-winning company operating in construction, infrastructure, and landscaping. At its core, the system connects field operatives with the back-office through an intuitive mobile application and powerful desktop dashboard.
UKAS operations director explores how accreditation enables seamless supply chains
UKAS operations director, Lynsey Poyner describes her formative experiences at the UK’s national accreditation body and how the customer journey is central to her vision of how accreditation will remain the foundation enabling seamless supply chains and confidence in products and services.
Industry calls for clear direction from Scottish Government on the Just...
BE-ST and the CLF have released a report calling for clear direction and action from the Scottish Government on the just transition.
Gove gives greenlight for £700m ITV Studios redevelopment
Communities secretary Michael Gove has approved the highly controversial ITV Studios redevelopment on South Bank, two years after work was due to start
Following a...
Optimising existing buildings holds the key to handling record heat
Richard Tibenham, business development manager at IES, explores strategies for optimising our existing buildings in a warming world, from designing climate-resilient structures to using digital twins. Discover innovative solutions and their link to corporate responsibility in a changing ESG landscape.
40% of Build-to-Rent sites experience planning consent delays
According to new research from the British Property Federation the wait time on obtaining planning consent for built to rent sites is 12 months 'at least'.Â
UK construction optimism at two year high
Despite subdued order books, the latest PMIs find UK construction business activity expectations at their highest since January 2022.
Residential and non-residential construction hit hard as Glenigan’s February Index reveals...
Glenigan's February Index paints a bleak picture for the construction industry, revealing sharp declines in both residential and non-residential sectors.
UK’s first carbon capture cement production facility FEED contract won by...
Worley and MHI secured the FEED contract for the UK's first carbon capture cement production facility through a competitive tender process.
Sustainable construction sees first shoots of success, but more key steps...
In a promising turn for the construction industry, the first signs of success in sustainable construction practices have emerged. However, experts caution that further crucial measures are imperative to propel the industry into a thriving future focused on circular economies and carbon reduction.
Making waves in construction: DiscreteHeat’s year of impactful events and webinars
What a year it has been for DiscreteHeat, from winning awards, new partnerships, registered installer training days, events, adding more members of staff and more. We’re certainly on the horizon with recognition coming from every corner of the plumbing world.
Hertfordshire Building Control shines at LABC Awards
Hertfordshire Building Control (HBC) has achieved remarkable success at the LABC Awards, securing the prestigious title of Local Authority Building Control Team of the Year.
Andrew Bull joins Tilbury Douglas as Infrastructure lead
Tilbury Douglas has appointed Andrew Bull as managing director for infrastructure, replacing Paul Thain.
McCarthy Stone delivers specialist retirement properties with MMC
Leading developer McCarthy Stone has proven MMC can be used to successfully used to deliver nine retirement communities and has begun work on the tenth.
Fischer Future Heat launches free net zero training courses
Fischer Future Heat has launched free net zero training courses for installers and heating businesses at their facility in Leicester.
Wooldridge Contractors files administration notice
The Surrey based demolition company Wooldridge Contractors has filed a notice of intention to appoint administrators, a month after staff began redundancy consultations.
Addressing data quality and the key infrastructure backlog challenges for 2024
The cancellation of the Northern leg of HS2 is a blow to many in construction - but it also provides an opportunity to tackle the UK’s infrastructure backlog. Jeff Quantrill of InEight says an accurate, reliable data foundation will be critical to pursuing these potential avenues of growth.