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Five years on: Hinkley Point C workforce reaches 22,000
The number of people across Britain working on the Hinkley Point C power station has reached 22,000, this includes 6,300 on site.
Concentration enhanced with Selectaglaze secondary glazing
The standard of an institution’s education is down to the teacher’s skills and the individual; others will place more importance on the resources of the school. But what about the building itself? The sound of commuter traffic from the outside drifts in, voices in the hallway can be heard as people walk to class, a draft from the windows sweep in – not a straightforward environment to learn in.
Procore unveils multiple platform updates
Procore Technologies, Inc. has unveiled multiple platform updates to further meet the needs of its global customers.
Mace to build super-prime Audley Square scheme in Mayfair
Mace has been selected by Caudwell to deliver the Audley Square development in Mayfair which will see the creation of a 7-storey residential building.
First contractor prosecuted during HSE Covid spot check
Principal contractor Umar Akram Khatab has been sentenced to a 12-month community order after multiple health and safety issues were identified during a Covid spot check in Manchester.
GMB lands deal to unionise 5,000 HS2 workers
GMB Union has secured a deal to unionise 5,000 HS2 workers, allowing them to have decent terms and conditions.
Aberla bags £20m Manchester Viadux MEP deal
Aberla M&E, part of the Aberla Group, has landed a £20m contract to deliver the MEP on the Viadux development in Central Manchester.
Hands-free jetpack to improve construction site maintenance
The world’s first hands-free jetpack created by two British entrepreneurs has been revealed – using a VTOL system for safe, precision landings.
NG Bailey appoints two new directors
Engineering company, NG Bailey has appointed Matthew Towner as regional director for London and Andrew French as director of ICT.
Improve audit trails and collaboration to prevent construction mishaps
In order to avoid construction mishaps, we must improve audit trails and collaboration, says Tamara Higham, marketing executive at Viewpoint.
Building safety: Weaving the golden thread of information
A new policy paper from the Building Regulations Advisory Committee has set out the definition and principles that will guide the development and implementation of the golden thread of information, a key recommendation of Dame Judith Hackitt’s Building a Safer Future report.
West Fraser – wood-based panel products
West Fraser is a world-leading manufacturer of engineered wood-based panel products used extensively throughout construction, furniture and DIY industries.
Modular homes and the global housing crisis: A step in the...
During the peak of the pandemic, more than 3.9 billion people were told to stay at home by their governments, according to research by the UN’s Human Rights Office of the High Commissioner. But, what if you don’t have a home to stay in? Modular construction could be the answer, explains Birgit Linnamae, CEO of Kodasema.
The rising ransomware threat for construction
Architecture, engineering and construction firms are twice as likely to face ransomware attacks as other industries, according to new research.
Winvic to deliver carbon neutral fine wine storage warehouse
Winvic has been appointed by Goodman to deliver a 117,500 sq ft warehouse in Andover for Berry Bros. & Rudd, the industrial unit will be designed to be carbon neutral utilising BIM Level 2.
A new approach to support mental health in construction
A consistent approach to supporting construction workers’ mental health is the goal of a new initiative led by the Construction Leadership Council (CLC) and CITB.
What you should consider when evaluating a common data environment
Building Information Modelling (BIM) is becoming increasingly prevalent in the design and delivery of construction projects. The Common Data Environment (CDE) is crucial in fully realising the benefits of BIM - but how do you make sure you pick the right one?
Key considerations for designing future prison estates
Pick Everard, director of architecture, Tim Irons, explores the unique opportunities for design innovation, technology integration and future energy considerations for prison estates.
Protecting infrastructure from cyber-attacks: A compliance or risk-based approach
The NIS Regulations 2018 do an important job in helping to protect the UK’s key national critical infrastructure from cyber-attacks, but does following these regulations alone do enough to protect us? Sandra Connery, principal cybersecurity consultant at Atkins explores.
Premier Modular secures major facilities contracts for HS2
Awarded by Skanska Costain STRABAG joint venture (SCS JV), Premier Modular has been contracted to provide project offices and welfare facilities for 15 sites that form part of the first phase of HS2.
Flat out on flat roofs: Adjustable fasteners and heat induction innovations
As construction gets back to work post-Covid, roofing installers and contractors will be asked to work more efficiently. The fastening solutions they choose can make all the difference to this effort, as explained by Martyn Holloway, business development manager – flat roof at SFS.
Colas to rebuild Cork Airport’s main runway
Colas Ltd has been awarded the main construction contract to rebuild Cork Airport’s main runway.
MMC engagement: As easy as 1,2,3
Housing providers in the South West are working with SWPA, as a long-standing provider of procurement and delivery solutions for offsite, to combine their programmes to deliver a substantial number of beautiful, customisable, zero carbon homes.
Framework events open door to modular building, fire door and roofing...
A series of free webinars, hosted by LHC, is being launched to help public sector clients access three major frameworks to open the door to modular building, fire door and roofing expertise.
How ISO 19650Â will improve the infrastructure industry
What must the infrastructure industry do to maximise the opportunities presented by digital to enhance the delivery and performance of assets? Getting the basics of information management right is an essential starting point and ISO 19650 might just be the answer.
ISG, Kier, Laing O’Rourke and Wates secure £1bn MoJ prisons scheme
ISG, Kier, Laing O’Rourke and Wates have been appointed to the Ministry of Justice’s (MoJ) £1bn New Prisons Programme to build four new adult male prisons across the UK.