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Investing in new energy systems to accelerate the UK’s energy transition
In this article, Tim Roff, technical lead of new energy infrastructure at United Living, explores how the sector can accelerate the UK's energy transition using smarter integrated energy infrastructure systems.
Hive Group marks operations expansion into Belfast with director appointment
The latest step in the Hive Group's expansion into Northern Ireland is the appointment of Aaron McCarthy as director.
Kier and Boyer to deliver school refurbishment and new housing in...
Boyer has secured planning permission for Taylor Wimpey to deliver new housing in Gloucestershire, whilst Kier begins work on providing new facilities for historic Gloucestershire school.
Xinaps & N+P Informationssysteme to deliver cutting-edge model checking solution
Xinaps, the developer of Verifi3D, and N+P Informationssysteme are joining forces to deliver cutting-edge model checking solution for building and construction professionals.
Ramboll delivers best organic growth in over a decade
Consulting engineering group Ramboll has reported their highest organic growth in 14 years, despite global economic turbulence.
Kaunas City digital twin creates a digital campus ecosystem
Kaunas University of Technology aims to support sustainable renovations to Lithuania’s Aging Buildings with the creation of a digital campus ecosystem, using a digital twin, that extends beyond the university’s walls.
Using digital twin technology to better understand environmental impact
In this article, PBC Today provides a comprehensive exploration of how digital twin technology can effectively improve our understanding of the environmental impact.
What are the benefits of using a Common Data Environment in...
This article will discuss the advantages of using a Common Data Environment in construction, as well as its potential applications.
OpenSpace recognised for innovation as it wins the Emaar Innovation Challenge
After being shortlisted to the final seven companies out of 240, OpenSpace is proud to announce it was a winner in the 2023 Emaar Innovation Challenge pitch competition.
How facilities management can support the sustainability agenda
Climate change is an issue no one can ignore, but what role can facilities management companies play in helping their customers incorporate more green solutions into their business plans? Brij Thankey, CEO of Precision FM, explores.
What is the role of digital twins in construction?
PBC Today explore how digital twins in construction can be used to improve efficiency by providing accuracy and greater control over processes across various stages of building development and discuss the potential challenges associated with implementing this technology.
Ethical use of data in the built environment
Data in the built environment can change lives for the better – but only if it’s trusted and used ethically, says Brian Hills, CEO of The Data Lab.
NHBC hosts shadow minister for business and industry at Sundial Place
Bill Esterson, shadow minister for business and industry, has visited David Wilson Homes’ Sundial Place development in Sefton, hosted by NHBC, to discuss ongoing skills shortages in housebuilding, preparing for the Future Homes Standard 2025 and the advancement of off-site manufacturing.
Enabling lifecycle information management across an asset lifecycle
Rebecca De Cicco of Aurecon looks at the journey toward information management across the entire asset lifecycle.
Tackling damp and mould in the social housing sector
In this article, Sarah Davis, senior policy and practice officer at the Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH), explores damp and mould in social housing and how the sector can improve standards for tenants.
The Water Discovery Challenge calls for new innovators to help to...
The Water Discovery Challenge is calling on innovators from outside the water industry to put forward new ideas for tackling the sector’s biggest challenges. Jeannette Henderson, principal of the Ofwat Innovation Fund, explains.
How Vinci Construction UK uses OpenSpace to create efficiency
Vinci Construction, a world leader in concessions, energy, and construction, is optimizing performance with OpenSpace.
BAM appointed as principal supply chain partner for Cornwall women and...
The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust has appointed BAM as its principal supply chain partner to deliver a new Cornwall women and children's hospital.
Friends of Blairs Loch breathe new life into a recreational and...
Funded solely by charitable donations, the Friends of Blairs Loch main mission was to reopen the Loch for trout fishing; Moray Council ended the maintenance and operation of this popular trout fishing venture on the loch due to budgetary constraints.
December 2022 HPIs show house prices fell -0.4%
The latest ONS HPIs for December 2022 show that on a non-seasonally adjusted basis, the average UK house price decreased by 0.4% between November and December 2022.
Embracing offsite construction methods for a sustainable supply chain
In this article, Polypipe Building Services managing director Andy Cullum explains how manufacturers can embrace new offsite construction methods to support their customers and ensure their products play a full role in a more sustainable supply chain.
The top four benefits of using IconSystem
IconSystem is a cloud-based collaborative software for recording, specifying, designing, and managing building data, providing your teams with an intelligent Common Data Environment to enable dynamic sharing of all building specifications and standards.
MMC: The missing puzzle piece for retrofitting the UK’s homes?
With an ambitious, UK-wide goal to reach net zero by 2050, the UK needs to make sure its domestic buildings are up to scratch. But something crucial is still missing: a scalable solution that can be adopted at speed. MMC could provide the answer, says Sam Hart of Built Environment – Smarter Transformation.
Cracking the code: What’s next for digital in offsite manufacturing?
Modern Methods of Construction and offsite are far from new, with firms across the globe recognising and embracing its many benefits. Lorraine McMorrow, head of digital at McAvoy, explores what’s next for digital in offsite manufacturing.
Helen Redfern departs Kier, Sisk makes double healthcare appointments
Louisa Finlay has been appointed by Kier to take over from Helen Redfern, who is leaving Kier after ten years, whilst Sisk has made a double appointment to roles in healthcare.
Futurebuild 2023: Showcasing the innovation to make net zero possible
Futurebuild 2023 will see the net zero pioneer put innovation under the spotlight with the brand new FutureX Innovation area sponsored by the Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy (BEIS) and in partnership with Ryder Architecture.