Construction theft: How to step up security on site
With research from NFU Mutual showing almost nine in 10 tradespeople have been victims of construction theft, the insurer is offering advice on how to improve their security on-site.
Rising temperatures highlight need for heat-reflecting insulation
Reports from Oxford University and the ONS on the impact of rising temperatures on mortality underline the need for extreme heat resistent housing, using materials such as heat-reflecting insulation.
ORR promised more infrastructure funding by Network Rail
The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has requested additional funding for infrastructure in reaction to Network Rail's financial proposals.
Tysers: Construction insurance and risk management expertise
Tysers’ Construction team is comprised of experts in the construction insurance and risk management sector. We understand that every client’s requirements are different, and can offer bespoke insurance solutions and specialist advice for those involved in the construction process, including employers, architects, main contractors and subcontractors.
Enscape for Mac now available for Vectorworks platform
With full integration of Enscape for Mac in Vectorworks, designers can utilise 3D walkthroughs at every stage of the design process.
The true cost of the construction supply chain
New research has found construction projects run an average of 46% over budget, fuelling the highest rate of insolvencies of any sector. Neeral Shah, founder and CEO of YardLink, says tackling inefficiencies in procurement and the supply chain will be critical in turning this around.
Balfour Beatty secures £67m contract for Liberton High School campus
Balfour Beatty has secured a £67m contract from the City of Edinburgh Council to build a new campus at Liberton High School in Edinburgh, Scotland.
Build a better learning environment with secondary glazing in schools
Secondary glazing in schools might not be top of the to-do list for educators- but it can reduce distractions and energy bills.
Redefining the planning system: Time for ‘good strategy’ for progressive placemaking
In this article, Viral Desai, practice director at AtkinsRéalis, explores what needs to be done to fix the issues faced by the planning system amidst the government's focus on planning over the political party conference season.
Why Carbon Literacy is the blueprint for sustainable placemaking
Carbon Literacy must be embedded into every aspect of placemaking to cut carbon emissions and ensure a sustainable, liveable environment for all. The Carbon Literacy Project is supporting various sectors to help make that happen.
Knuzden St Oswald’s School joins growing list of RAAC affected buildings
Knuzden St Oswald's Church of England Primary Academy in Lancashire has become the next school to be affected by Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC).
Try before you buy with a free sample from West Fraser
It’s simple to select the perfect panel for for your project with West Fraser’s free samples.
Kier secures £225m repair and maintenance deal with Somerset Council
Kier has secured a £225m contract from Somerset Council, spanning eight years, with the option of a four-year extension.
Firm fined £240,000 after dangerous cladding found in Liverpool
Green Facades Limited have been fined £240,000 for failing to remove dangerous cladding at The Circle building in Liverpool.
What PBC Today saw at Bentley’s Year in Infrastructure and Going...
PBC Today attended Bentley Systems' Year in Infrastructure and Going Digital Awards in Singapore, seeing real-world applications of their iTwin software.
We need to talk about construction insurance – before things go...
Rising construction insurance premiums have prompted calls for collaboration by the Get It Right Initiative.
Celebrating 20 Years of the Highways Awards with Re-flow
The Re-flow team joined clients and colleagues at the 20th annual Highways Awards in London, celebrating the best of this British infrastructure.
Tilbury Douglas completes redevelopment of the James Parson Building
Tilbury Douglas has completed the construction of new pharmaceutical facilities at the James Parson Building at Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU).
Structural Insulated Panels market projected to reach $749.33m by 2032
The global Structural Insulated Panels (SIPS) market is predicted to meet USD 749.33m by 2032, according to Emergen Research.
Plans to sell off HS2 Phase 2a land heavily criticised
A report from the High-Speed Rail Group warns that the government's plan to sell off 2,900 acres of HS2 Phase 2a land between Birmingham and Crewe would be a mistake.
Creating a safer form of insulation using cellulose
Along with being well suited to the soundproofing of walls and ceilings, the utilization of cellulose insulation means workers can restore incorrectly installed insulation without ceiling removal.
Quick to build, affordable office has the ‘wow’ factor with SterlingOSB...
When TMV architects wanted to create a compact but stylish office on their plot, a SterlingOSB Zero feature wall was key to the unique design.
RIBA launches Principal Designer Register to elevate building safety standards
The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has opened applications for the first Principal Designer Register.
DORCE: Providing emergency modular housing in Turkey
This article explores DORCE Prefabricated Building and Construction's journey as a provider of emergency modular housing in Turkey.
‘Zero chance’ to achieving housing targets without MMC, says Top Hat...
Top Hat chair Carl Leaver spoke before the House of Lords on goverment plans for standardised MMC, housing targets and the skills shortage.
Doncaster magistrates court shut down due presence of RAAC
Doncaster Justice Centre North has faced closure after reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) was found in the building.