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Reusing infrastructure project data to harness AI and machine learning
Information is critical to the successful implementation of technologies like AI and machine learning, yet all too often infrastructure project data is not being reused. Claire Rutkowski of Bentley Systems takes a look.
Riser shafts exist in every multi-storey building in the world, but...
Nick Atkinson, Company Director at Ambar Kelly explores the need for fire protection in risers during construction.
UK government launches plans for the standardisation of MMC in housebuilding
The UK government has recently appointed a firm to help with the standardisation of MMC for housebuilding in the hope of improving innovation and accessibility in construction.
Building a resilient construction business
Payapps head of UK and Ireland, Neal Hooks, explores how using construction technology to build a resilient business model can help construction firms absorb stress, recover critical functionality and thrive in altered circumstances.
National Home Decarbonisation Group to drive UK housing retrofits
Chaired by Derek Horrocks, the National Home Decarbonisation Group will create a collaborative plaftorm for Tier 1 contractors and suppliers.
Seven construction technology trends shaping the industry in 2023
The Nemetschek Group takes a closer look at the seven construction technology trends taking the industry by storm in 2023, including digital twins, BIM, AI and automation.
HG Construction reports turnover growth of 38%
HG Construction achieved turnover growth of 38% to £336m and a pre-tax margin of £15.3m last year.
Protecting your business against inflation and construction material costs
With inflation and construction material costs set to be a long-term industry challenge, it is vital that the sector takes concrete steps to minimise risk and protect the resilience of businesses and employees, argues Jeremy Edwards of Arup.
Office refurbishment schemes race to meet MEES, EPC requirements
The volume of new builds and office refurbishment schemes is up by nearly 80%, with development in the West End continuing to rise.
Supporting skills and productivity with the Industry Impact Fund
Putting employers in the driving seat with the Industry Impact Fund will be key to industry success in tackling labour shortages by advancing productivity and promoting diversity, says CITB chief executive Tim Balcon.
HS2 apprenticeship recognised as part of the King’s coronation
The HS2 apprenticeship was one of six ‘green’ apprenticeships that have been recognised in honour of the King’s coronation.
A helpful guide to Construction Playbook policies from JCT
A new infographic from JCT outlines the best guidance and contracts to deliver Construction Playbook policies and objectives.
80% of appointments to LHC’s £30m CS1 framework are SMEs
LHC Procurement Group’s (LHC) Consultancy Services (CS1) framework has announced the 116 appointed companies, where between 35% and 60% in each lot are micro and small companies.
Gain expert insight with the Re-flow: State of the Infrastructure Industry...
Over 15,000 new road-building professionals are needed to meet demand, according Re-flow's latest State of the Infrastructure Industry Report.
How construction technology can help amid economic uncertainty
With rising costs, labour shortages and wavering demand, construction must look at ways to weather the year ahead. Or, invest in innovation, and improve the ways the industry works.
Experts warn of record-breaking wave of insolvencies in construction
Legal experts warn that insolvencies in construction could hit record highs this year after 308 construction companies entered insolvency in February 2023.
Futurebuild 2023 wraps up with optimism for the future
Futurebuild 2023, which brings together trailblazers from across the built environment, held its annual industry event held from 7-9 March.
How Viewpoint’s Field View solution helped increase Pacegrade Ltd’s ROI tenfold
Field View project management software was instrumental in Pacegrade Ltd's systems upgrade to ISO9001 accreditation and more offsite working capabilities.
Skanska complete M42 bridge demolition as part of a major upgrade
Footage of the M42 bridge demolition has been released. The demolition comes as part of improvements to the M42, near Solihull.
Construction insolvencies higher than any other sector in the last year
Construction insolvencies accounted for nearly one-fifth of insolvencies declared in the last twelve months, according to figures released from the government's Insolvency Service
Offsite construction: A blueprint for delivering more with less
James Withey, managing director of Algeco Offsite, looks at the latest developments in offsite construction and outlines why 2023 is the time for widespread adoption of offsite, starting at the planning and design stages.
Construction activity continues to grow in the UK, according to April...
Construction activity continues to grow unevenly as commercial building soars, but house bbuilding struggles.
Beard and Turner & Townsend appointed to major construction frameworks
Beard has won a place on three major construction frameworks in the South West, to provide essential services for public developments and social infrastructure
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Heat pumps: Testing feasibility and closing the skills gap
The Electrification of Heat Demonstration Project is working to understand the technical and practical feasibility of a mass adoption of heat pumps – but we also need to turbocharge any rollout with targeted training, says Marc Brown of the Energy Systems Catapult.
Katy Dowding appointed as President and CEO of Skanska UK
Katy Dowding will take over the role in early May, after current president and CEO of Skanska UK Gregor Craig retires.
EU labour will not solve workforce crisis, according to a new...
A recent survey has found that stakeholders in the construction industry believe EU labour won’t solve the labour workforce crisis in the UK.