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European construction OEMs forecast to see growth
European manufacturers of construction equipment are expected to see growth until 2020, according to a new survey…
A survey of more than 75 OEMs has...
BIM Level 2: The countdown
Nick Tune, CEO of coBuilder UK defines the meaning of BIM Level 2 as we meet the April deadline and justifies the importance of...
The SME house builder: A solution to the housing crises
Chief Executive Brian Berry at the Federation of Master Builders argues the case of SME house builders who could, and should, play a crucial...
It’s time to fire up your BIM engagement
Ian Moore, CEO of The Fire Industry Association considers why BIM is changing the game plan for businesses in the fire industry…
BIM (Building Information...
Nearly 60 per cent of SME construction bosses start as apprentices
Research has revealed over half of all SME construction owners started their career as an apprentice…
More than half of SME bosses run their own...
Survey reveals industry view on skills shortage
A new survey carried out by the BRE Academy has revealed an insight into what the industry thinks of the shortage of skilled workers…
BRE...
BIM4SME launches a new digital2all initiative
A new strategy has been launched, aimed at future proofing the sector, while expanding the benefits of BIM for SMEs
In response to plans set...
The specialist contractor – BIM ready?
Joe Cilia, Technical Manager at FIS considers whether specialist contractors are ready for the government’s mandating of level 2 BIM on centrally procured projects by April 2016
Councils fail to use mandated procurement route
Councils are wasting thousands of pounds by failing to use government mandated procurement standards…
New research from the Electrical Contractors’ Association (ECA) has warned councils...
Public land to be sold for new homes
The government has published details of some 600 acres of public land that can be used to develop new housing estates across the country…
The...
LGA says penalties should be given to slow housing developers
Developers who do not finish building before planning permission expires should face penalties, says local authority representative, the Local Government Association…
The pressure is on...
Supporting the UK insulation industry
The National Insulation Association (NIA) detail the key outcomes from their recent Annual Conference including how to restore consumer confidence in the insulation industry…
Thursday...
Supporting the UK insulation industry
The National Insulation Association (NIA) detail the key outcomes from their recent Annual Conference including how to restore consumer confidence in the insulation industry…
Thursday...
The specialist contractor – BIM ready?
Joe Cilia, Technical Manager at FIS considers whether specialist contractors are ready for the government’s mandating of level 2 BIM on centrally procured projects...
The specialist contractor – BIM ready?
Joe Cilia, Technical Manager at FIS considers whether specialist contractors are ready for the government’s mandating of level 2 BIM on centrally procured projects...
Construction firms put off taking on apprentices
According to new research a third of construction firms are put off taking on apprentices because of the red tape involved…
Apprentices are the lifeblood...
BIM and the necessity to participate
Raj Chawla, Vice Chair at BIM4SME analyses the challenges, issues, and benefits that the SME community face in the BIM process, arguing that to...
50 years of Architectural Technology
As the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists celebrates its 50th anniversary, Graham Paterson MCIAT and Tahar Kouider MCIAT summarise how the organisation is embracing...
Planning and Building Control Today Northern Ireland – Issue 5
Welcome to the September edition of Planning and Building Control Today – Northern Ireland.
There is widespread feeling that the UK’s housing shortage can only be properly addressed with...
Planning and Building Control Today Scotland – Issue 5
Welcome to the September edition of Planning and Building Control Today – Scotland.
In this edition, we take a look at the housing crisis affecting...
Concerns raised over new apprenticeship levy
Government plans for a new apprenticeship levy could have a significant impact on the Construction Industry Training Board…
The BSRIA has raised concerns about the...
Second annual report released by BIM4SME
BIM4SME has released a report aimed at outlining the aims of organisation and the progress made within the SME community
A new report has been...
The role of the Internet of Things in achieving a Digital...
Justin Anderson, CEO of Flexeye, talks about the vital role of the Internet of Things, including the HyperCat standard, in delivering the vision and...
One in four contractors report a fall in profit margins
According to the latest Construction Trade Survey one in four contractors have reported profit margins, on balance, fell during the second quarter of this...
Health and safety paperwork causes fear, anxiety or irritation
Chair of the Health and Safety Executive said paperwork has become a bugbear for those undertaking risk assessments and does not fall in line...
Construction levels increase across the UK
A survey has revealed workloads in the construction industry increased across all sectors in the second quarter of 2015...
According to the latest market survey...