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Leading provider of building warranty and control services, ICW, has entered into a strategic partnership with the FMBI

ICW and FMB Insurance partner to offer A-rated building warranties to...

ICW, a leading provider of building warranty and control services, has entered into a strategic partnership with the Federation of Master Builders Insurance (FMBI).
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The Kier Group delivers textbook performance using Asta Powerproject planning

UK construction company Kier used Asta Powerproject planning and project management software to deliver a textbook construction programme for Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Tan-y-lan School on behalf of Swansea Council in Wales.
European timber imports are important for future house building

European timber imports down in first half of 2024

European timber imports have dropped by 20% in the first half of 2024, according to the International Tropical Timber Organisation.
The Fold makes up a part of the Croydon skyline

The Fold needs extensive work just two years after completion

The Fold, a tower in south London built by the now-collapsed Henry Construction, requires remediation work just two years after it was finished in July 2022.
Mace CEO for Construction Andrew Jackson has left the role for personal reasons, three months after being promoted to the role

Mace Construction CEO leaves role after three months

Mace CEO for Construction Andrew Jackson has left the role for personal reasons, three months after being promoted to the role.
The Lower Thames Crossing will connect Kent and Essex (pictured) across the river Thames

Decision on Lower Thames Crossing delayed to 2025

The decision on the Lower Thames Crossing has been delayed for the third time, and will not be made until 23 May 2025.
Rainscreen bracket systems are just one of the topics covered in SFS's series of White Papers, exploring alloy strength and thermal performance

SFS CPD seminars doubling down on key industry topics

SFS Group Fastening Technology offers a variety of CPD seminars, both from industry professionals and SFS team members, on safety, sustainability and structural stability.
Nature recovery in construction will be an important aspect of climate goals

Report urges prioritising nature recovery in construction

The Wildlife Trusts has published a report today urging Government and developers to prioritise nature recovery in construction.
The Mayor of London's office has appointed Mott MacDonald to deliver the Zero Carbon Accelerator, as part of their net zero by 2030 target

Zero Carbon Accelerator launches to drive net zero future across London

The Mayor of London's office has appointed Mott MacDonald to deliver the Zero Carbon Accelerator as part of the city's net zero by 2030 target.

How to resolve the complexities of conveyancing process delays

The UK holds the title of being the slowest country for selling residential property, according to new research by Home Sale Pack, but new technology offers many advantages to speeding up the conveyancing process.
Exeter's new MP Steve Race came to visit Re-flow in early September to see firsthand how tech investment is benefitting the region

[VIDEO] Exploring investment in Exeter with Re-flow and new MP Steve...

Exeter's new MP Steve Race came to visit Re-flow in early September to see firsthand how tech investment is benefitting the region.
Full Circle Group work on onshore wind farms servicing and maintenance

Renew purchases Full Circle Group

Renew, the infrastructure maintenance company, has purchased Full Circle Group, the Netherlands-based onshore-wind infrastructure service company.
National mapping agency Ordnance survey has been appointed future operator of the National Underground Asset Register, as part of plans to centralise information about underground infrastructure

Ordnance Survey appointed future operator of National Underground Asset Register

National mapping agency Ordnance survey has been appointed future operator of the National Underground Asset Register, as part of plans to centralise information about underground infrastructure.
Graphisoft's 2024 product offering includes significant feature updates to Archicad, BIMcloud, BIMx, and DDScad

Graphisoft debuts 2024 product lineup

Graphisoft's 2024 product offering includes significant feature updates to Archicad, BIMcloud, BIMx, and DDScad.
Barratt and Redrow will complete their merger to become one housebuilding firm

Barratt and Redrow to complete £2.5bn merger

Barratt and Redrow are set to complete their £2.5bn merger, after initially striking the deal in February and being investigated by the CMA.
The October PMIs show an increase in demand and cost of construction materials

October PMIs show fastest upturn in output in two years

S&P Global's Purchasing Manager's Index (PMI's) for October are out, providing an insight into construction activity.
Skills shortages are affecting capital projects across the world

UK skills shortage affecting over half of UK capital projects

Friday's PMI statistics show that the construction industry is plagued with significant issues, with skill issues being chief among them.

What to expect in data centre construction projects

Get insights into data centre construction projects, from site assessments to sustainability, and discover how to ensure seamless execution and future-proofing strategies.
Preventing heat loss in homes will be a key aspect of the Warm Homes Plan

Government pushed to review energy efficiency policies as warm homes plan...

Sureserve has submitted a report to the Government outlining key recommendations to enhance the policies in the forthcoming Warm Homes Plan.
With World Architecture Day 2024 focusing on future generations, Deltek has found that 56% of architecture firms plan to grow their workforces

World Architecture Day 2024: research reveals that firms are “ambitious about...

With World Architecture Day focusing on the next generation, Deltek has found that over half (56%) of architecture firms plan to grow their workforces this year.
Prime minister Keir Starmer announced that funding has been secured for two carbon capture sites in Teesside and Merseyside

Government pledges £22bn for carbon capture projects

Prime minister Keir Starmer, the chancellor Rachel Reeves, and energy secretary Ed Miliband visited the North West today as part of the carbon capture clusters announcement, with funding secured for two sites in Teesside and Merseyside.
AdBlue safety concerns could lead to drastic system changes

Large AdBlue safety concerns exposed

The European Association of Abnormal Road Transport and Mobile Cranes (ESTA) is reviewing the results of surveys into AdBlue safety concerns.
The HS2 trial will repurpose excavated clay from tunnel operations

HS2 trial will test replacing cement with baked clay

The Skanska Costain STRABAG HS2 joint venture will trial the use of repurposed clay instead of cement to reduce carbon emissions.
Construction has resumed on Jeddah Tower, formerly known as the Kingdom Tower, after a six year pause and corruption investigation.

World’s tallest skyscraper, Jeddah Tower, resumes construction

Construction has resumed on Jeddah Tower, formerly known as the Kingdom Tower, after a six year pause and corruption investigation.
ProcurePro can streamline the construction procurement process

Australian procurement software ProcurePro eyes UK expansion

ProcurePro, a leading construction procurement software, has reached a milestone in its growth, and is looking to expand to the UK and Ireland 
Construction skills and sustainability can come together to fill gaps in profit

How sustainability and innovation can help construction companies limit losses

As the construction industry slowly knits itself together for the future, Ryan Sian ACCA of RandD UK, writes about the gaps between sustainability, skills, and profitability.