‘JCT 2024’ contracts announced at Parliamentary reception
JCT has debuted a sneak peak at the next round of contracts, known as 'JCT 2024', at their annual Construction Industry Parliamentary Reception held at the House of Commons.
BW Build Warranty®: A technology-driven company revolutionising the construction industry
In the fast-paced and ever-evolving world of construction, cutting-edge technology plays a pivotal role in driving innovation and efficiency.
Decarbonising the built environment by addressing whole life carbon
With an area equivalent to the size of Paris built every week, and global building stock expected to double by 2050, the scale of the construction sector’s decarbonisation challenge is significant and growing. Martin Staehr, director of building (UK) at Laing O’Rourke, shares how investing in whole life carbon is key to accelerating decarbonisation within construction.
Balfour Beatty selected for £10bn Accelerated Strategic Transmission Investment framework
Balfour Beatty has been chosen as one of the top ten preferred companies for SSEN Transmission's Accelerated Strategic Transmission Investment framework.
Discussing digital transformation and the future of construction with Graitec’s Vicky...
PBC Today sat down with Graitec Executive Vice President Vicky Davenport to discuss all things construction software, BIM, and emerging technologies.
How BW Build Warranty® can help developers protect themselves during the...
BW Build Warranty® helps you understand how to protect yourself within the 2-year defect period with latent defect insurance.
Hackney Council appoints Ardmore for final phase of £154m Britannia scheme
London's Hackney Council has selected Ardmore to deliver 371 mixed-tenure units across four buildings in the final phase of the £154m Britannia scheme.
Faithful+Gould launches new carbon emission reduction programme
Faithful+Gould will work with the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) to introduce a national carbon emission reduction programme.
Tackling the construction skills shortage through bricklaying hubs
With the industry facing a construction skills shortage and in need of thousands of new workers in the next few years, NHBC is investing in a network of bricklaying training hubs to provide a flow of skilled apprentices to sites across the UK.
UK construction output bounces back in July
The most recent CIPS PMI construction data has shown a return to growth in UK construction output for July.
Kier lands three-year programme of Birmingham hospital upgradesÂ
Kier has been appointed to deliver a three-year programme of Birmingham hospital updates, covering works at Good Hope Hospital, Heartlands Hospital, Queen Elizabeth Hospital, and Solihull Hospital.
RTPI launches campaign to battle planning misinformation
The Royal Town Planning Institute has launched a campaign to battle planning misinformation around planners and their role in the planning system.
The Electric Heating Company: Pioneering net zero with efficient, eco-friendly electric...
The Electrical Heating Company (EHC) is a one-stop shop for efficient electric heating systems.
Independent oil supplier partners with Shell to bring alternative GTL Fuel...
Gas-to-liquid or GTL fuel, contains fewer harmful materials than standard crude oils, meaning reduced emissions up to 90%Â in particulate matter.
Housing minister greenlights £80M affordable housing development in Edinburgh
The West Craigs £80 million Edinburgh affordable housing development will create 425 energy-efficient homes under the supervision of the Wheatley Group.
Unpacking social value in architecture and design
Social value is an intrinsic aspect of good design. In this article, Nathmya Saffarini, associate principal at Arcadis, offers a unique perspective on the crucial role of social value in architecture and design.
Too hot? Why it’s time to retrofit the built environment for...
To retrofit the built environment for the future, you first need to know where you’re starting from, says Diarmuid Murphy, director of property at Murphy Geospatial.
Administrations in the construction industry rise by 22% in 2023
In the first half of 2023, administrations in the construction industry accounted for 11% of all cases in the UK.
Interest rates rise to 5.25%, will likely ‘remain high for another...
For the 14th consecutive time, interest rates will rise, this time to 5.25%, with the Bank of England warning that interest will likely remain high for another two years.
West Fraser’s CaberMDF offers versatile grades to meet construction demands
West Fraser's CaberMDF is available in several grades to meet construction and related industry demands, ranging from architraves for door surrounds to decorative profiles and heavy-duty uses.
Heathrow Airport teams up with Ecocem to pave the way for...
The eco-friendly cement provider Ecocem will work with Heathrow Airport to test new types of greener concrete.
M-AR shortlisted for four Offsite Awards
M-AR has been shortlisted for four 2023 Offsite Awards in recognition of the outstanding projects the team has completed over the last 12 months.
70% of professionals believe that the impact of AI in the...
70% of professionals believe that the impact of AI in the construction industry will be positive.
ECITB launches new version of CCNSG Safety Passport course
The ECITB has launched the eighth version of the CCNSG Safety Passport course, which covers new fire extinguisher updates as well as equality in the workplace and mental health.
Barhale secures place on West Midlands utility diversions framework
The West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) has appointed Barhale to its utility diversions framework.
Pioneering the future of engineering skills
Tackling the UK’s shortage of engineering skills requires a holistic approach to address outdated attitudes and stereotypes, says Fraser Robb, managing director of Perega.