Plans submitted in Oklahoma City for tallest building in the USAÂ
Legends Tower, part of the Boardwalk at Bricktown development in Oklahoma City, will be the tallest building in the USA at 1,907 ft.
IPA pipeline predicts £775bn of investment in infrastructure and construction
There are 660 projects scheduled over the next decade, according to the new National Infrastructure and Construction Pipeline from Whitehall's Infrastructure and Projects Authority (IPA).
How can data-led approaches provide stability in the 2024 construction market?
Richard Winson, director at Naismiths Analytics at national real estate consultancy Naismiths, says that data-led approaches based on reliable historical financial data and market insights can provide some level of stability in a challenging market.
More guidance and pilot schemes needed for Street Votes scheme, warns...
The RTPI has warned that ‘Street Votes’ must avoid friction with neighbours and planning processes to boost England’s housing supply.
Commercial flood risk: parametric flood insurance explained with Tysers
With commercial properties twice as likely to be at risk of flooding compared to residential properties, Tysers explains why you should consider parametric flood insurance for your businesses' wellbeing
The role of activity roofs in shaping sustainable cities
Rapid population growth in cities and intensified climate change bring the challenges of limited urban space and more extreme weather conditions. Learn how activity roofs offer a solution by maximising space and improving overall quality of life.
Flooring specialist Axiom Group files administration notice
The Bedfordshire-based contract flooring specialist Axiom Group is headed into administration, one day after staff were seen seeking new employment online.
Hazel Adamek appointed as regional director for NHBC’s East division
Hazel Adamek will head up customer relations with house builders as the new regional director for NHBC's East division.
Timber construction gets green light from government in new roadmap
The UK government has given its clearest signal yet that it’s serious about decarbonising construction as it laid out its Timber in Construction Roadmap late last year, says David Hopkins, chief executive of Timber Development UK.
Confidence rising in UK construction sector, RICS reports
Despite ongoing financial constraints and the skills shortage, confidence in the UK construction sector seems to be cautiously growing, reports RICS.
Re-flow to showcase field management software at RSMA Conference
The Re-flow team will be making an appearance at the Road Safety Markings Association (RSMA) Annual Conference & Dinner at the Chesford Grange in Kenilworth, on the 8th of February 2024.
11 organisations call for embodied carbon regulation manifesto commitments
UK political party leaders have been urged to make manifesto commitments for embodied carbon regulation in the UK by a variety of construction and built environment experts.
Fossil fuel-free jobsite: A realistic goal for sustainable construction?
Imagine a fossil fuel-free jobsite, where we are not consuming petrochemical-based fossil fuels. It’s possible – for those willing to make the investment and test new processes on their next construction site.
Awaab’s Law extension: Labour to extend regulation to private sector
Labour has committed to extend Awaab's Law into the private sector, but the CIEH argues that more comprehensive action is needed.
How to build a legacy of mental wellbeing in your local...
With National Apprenticeship Week running from 5 to 11 February, it is important to remember that today’s apprentices are tomorrow’s workforce and business owners. Sarah Meek, managing director at Mates in Mind, says it is vital to arm apprentices with not only technical skills but also the ability to spot, and talk about, the signs of poor mental wellbeing in themselves and others.
Field View in action at Hinkley Point C
Field View is providing digital support at Hinkley Point C, one of Europe’s largest and most complex construction projects.
Presenteeism in construction: Lessons for the industry
Ben Moss, business psychologist and managing director at Robertson Cooper, discusses new research on presenteeism in construction and its implications for the industry.
How offsite manufacturers are spearheading a circular economy for sustainable construction
In this article, David Harris, CEO of Premier Modular, explores how offsite manufacturers are playing a crucial role in the circular economy by producing reusable, reconfigurable, and rental buildings with low-waste practices.
BRE calls for energy performance certificate reform to improve decarbonisation efforts
A new report from the Building Research Establishment (BRE) has called for energy performance certificate reform to speed up the decarbonisation of the UK's built environment.
Skills gap worsening, say 3 in 10 construction project managers
A survey by the Association for Project Management (APM) has found that 30% of construction project managers believe the skills gap is 'getting worse or not improving'.
The impact of Biodiversity Net Gain regulations on housing developments
Mandatory Biodiversity Net Gain regulations came into force from January, requiring a 10% gain on new developments a condition of planning permission. Lara Dresser, sustainability scientist at Tunley Environmental, examines the new framework and the likely impact on developers.
How can enhanced connectivity ensure our buildings are digitally fit for...
Edmund Wilkinson, head of sales for in-building solutions at Cellnex UK, explores how enhanced connectivity is crucial for ensuring our buildings meet the expectations of an increasingly digital workforce.
Go Geothermal team grows with two appointments
Go Geothermal's team has grown with the additions of Sarah Sparks and Georgia Topham-Venables to the team.
There’s never been a better time to invest in EV charging...
In this article, David Butters, E.ON Drive, explores the advantages for developers in installing EV charging technology, highlighting the financial and reputational benefits, and positioning early adopters as sustainable pioneers in the wake of the 2035 Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) ban.
Connected technology transforming water treatment in social housing
Helen Isherwood, managing director at ADEY, considers how predicting when water treatment intervention is needed will help to save money, reduce carbon emissions, ensure contractor compliance and maintain tenant comfort in social housing.
Revised plans submitted for London’s joint tallest skyscraper
Revised plans have been submitted for 1 Undershaft, which would share the Shard's title as tallest skyscraper in London and Western Europe.