COP28: 350 industry leaders sign open letter to demand regulatory change...
Over 350 industry leaders have signed an open letter to negotiators and political leaders calling for urgent regulatory changes to tackle the climate crisis.
Housebuilding drags down UK construction for third consecutive month
Housebuilding fell down to 39.2 in the most recent construction PMIs, as cutbacks to residential projects and unfavourable market conditions left the industry sluggish.
Enhancing decision-making in infrastructure projects with digital twins
In this article, PBC Today explores the potential of digital twins to transform the design, construction, operation, and monitoring of infrastructure.
Beard starts work on Nuffield College renovation in OxfordÂ
Work has begun in a three-phase, £3m project renovation project on Nuffield College, a graduate college of Oxford University.
Consumer Code for Home Builders unveils revised 2024 code: What builders...
The Consumer Code for Home Builders has launched a revised and updated Code which many builders must comply with from January 2024. Code Chair, Noel Hunter OBE, explains what’s changed, why, and what this means in practice for builders.
Seeing the added benefits of Bentley’s iTwin software with Susanne Trierscheid
PBC Today sat down with Susanne Trierscheid, vice president of Modelling, Facilities, and Engineering at Bentley Systems, to talk about the additional benefits seen in infrastructure projects that use Bentley’s iTwin Platform.
Tackling data siloes with Re-flow Field Management software
Using Re-flow field management software, businesses can break down barriers between siloed systems and be free of the limitations posed by traditional ways of manual working.
How digital twins can drive greater efficiencies in the construction industry
As poor data practice cost the global construction industry an estimated $1.84tn in 2020, Sven Boesen explores how digital twins could reduce inefficiency.
Condensation and mould in homes: A matter of compliance
Almost a million homes in England suffer from damp, but following the introduction of Awaab’s Law, landlords and property owners must tackle condensation and mould in homes and put an end to it once and for all, says Wendy Thomas of Nuaire.
Three schools built by Caledonian Modular to be demolished
Three schools that were built by collapsed offsite specialist contractor Caledonian Modular must be rebuilt over structural integrity concerns.
Balfour Beatty Living Places secures £330m highways maintenance contract in Lincolnshire
Lincolnshire County Council has approved a six-year extension to the £330m Balfour Beatty Living Places' Highways Maintenance contract, ensuring long-term service continuity.
Protect your premises with the SBD Commercial 2023 guide
Secured by Design (SBD) has launched the SBD Commercial 2023 Design Guide, tailored to help public premises reduce the risk of crime.
MMC inquiry to hear from Japan’s biggest housebuilder
The House of Lords Built Environment Committee will hear from Daiwa on their use of modern methods of construction(MMC) and how it could be used more successfully in the UK.
Glenigan’s December Construction Index reveals 25% yearly drop in project starts
Glenigan's December Construction Index paints a bleak picture for the UK construction industry, with project starts plummeting 25% compared to last year. Residential and non-residential sectors were both impacted, signaling a challenging period for the built environment.
NHBC’s inaugural Build to Rent Innovators event opened by Lee Rowley...
Hoted in partnership with the British Property Foundation, NHBC's first Build to Rent Innovators event was opened by the new housing secretary.
Navigating gender inequality in construction and promoting female representation
With the construction industry facing a skills shortage, recognising the potential of women is crucial for economic recovery. Tackling gender inequality in construction is integral to success, and as more women express interest in construction roles, the time is ripe for companies to take meaningful action.
3 tips to improve coordination between field and office with Newforma...
Optimising field and office coordination practices has become essential to any successful project.
Seddon completes sustainable student accommodation refurbishment for University of Manchester
The £4m refurbishment of the Graham building brings more sustainable student accommodation to the Victoria Park Campus in Manchester.
Why firms should adopt a software mindset to enable digital transformation
Having returned to the construction industry after 30 years working in software and technology, Causeway’s chief operating officer Paul Devlin brings a unique perspective to digital transformation.
Inclusive design offers significant economic and social benefits, according to IStructE
New guidance for structural engineers from the Institution of Structural Engineers challenges the commonly-held belief that inclusive design is more expensive than it is worth.
ROCKWOOL supports construction professionals with ROCKWOOL Learning
ROCKWOOL Learning makes it easier for construction professionals to access professional development opportunities and track progress with accredited CPD hours.
Updating Energy Performance Certificates for a net zero energy system
Energy Performance Certificates need urgent reform if we are to successfully decarbonise buildings and meet net zero goals, says Fay Holland, senior energy policy adviser – heat and local energy at the Energy Systems Catapult.
Infrared heating for futureproof eco-friendly homes: Protecting your wallet and the...
As awareness surrounding climate change and the need for eco-friendly solutions increases, iHelios Living explores how infrared heating technology could protect the planet and save money.
40,000 more workers needed by 2028, according to ECITB Labour Forecasting...
The new Labour Forecasting Tool suggests the skills shortage is worse than the industry has been anticipating, with a predicted shortfall of 40,000 workers in the next four years.
Philip White takes permanent role as Building Safety Regulator director
Interim director of the Building Safety Regulator Philip White will take on the role permanently as the regulatory body is set to become fully operational next year.
Kingspan launches first bio-based insulation product
Kingspan's new bio-based insulation HemKor product range is largely made of hemp and can help drive down the embodied carbon of buildings.