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BRE 2024 Manifesto calls for investment in net zero, AI and...
As a general election looms, the Building Research Establishment (BRE) 2024 Manifesto calls for the next Government to commit to 'world-leading standards' for British buildings.
Ethical public sector use of AI for decision-making in connected places
Public sector use of AI offers significant potential value but also brings with it significant concerns over its responsible use. A new project led by the University of Cambridge aims to put ethical considerations at the heart of decisions to use AI within digitalisation initiatives to create public value in connected places.
Embracing technological innovation: transforming construction workforce development
The construction sector is witnessing a shift in workforce dynamics, propelled by the seamless integration of technology. In this article, Anderselite explores how this technology can transform construction workforce development.
Industry calls for clear direction from Scottish Government on the Just...
BE-ST and the CLF have released a report calling for clear direction and action from the Scottish Government on the just transition.
IPA pipeline predicts £775bn of investment in infrastructure and construction
There are 660 projects scheduled over the next decade, according to the new National Infrastructure and Construction Pipeline from Whitehall's Infrastructure and Projects Authority (IPA).
How artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the future of civil engineering
The construction sector has witnessed significant innovation in the last two decades and will continue to see key developments as we head into 2024. In this article, Will Temperley, founder of civil engineering firm Fortis Foundations lays out how artificial intelligence will reshape the future of civil engineering forever.
Procurement, politics and productivity in 2024: Pagabo CEO looks at the...
Simon Toplass, group CEO of Pagabo and The 55 Group, looks at the trends likely to impact procurement in 2024.
Addressing construction challenges with KOPE’s offsite construction software
PBC Today sat down with Mark Thorley, co-founder and CEO of KOPE, to discuss the offsite construction software platform's £5.5m seed funding to further develop the platform and accelerate the industry’s shift away from traditional methods.
KOPE secures £5.5m seed funding to accelerate offsite construction
Offsite construction software company KOPE has successfully raised £5.5m in seed funding, with Socii Capital leading the investment. The funding will be utilised to further develop KOPE's purpose-built platform for offsite construction, aiming to accelerate the industry's shift away from traditional methods.
Materials procurement: How a new approach can transform the sustainability of...
The Build Chain explain how a new approach to materials procurement can help to reduce carbon emissions in the construction industry
Vectorworks explores the top construction technology trends of 2024
In this article, PBC Today and Vectorworks explore the top construction technology trends expected to take 2024 by storm and delve into how Vectorworks utilises this technology to make the design process more intuitive for architects and designers.
Stationary vs mobile scanning technologies: Two roads, one path
In this article, FARO Technologies explores stationary and mobile scanning technologies and their uses in construction projects.
Reframing the narrative: The real story of offsite insolvencies
The UK construction industry anticipates 6,000 insolvencies in 2023, including many offsite insolvencies. Addressing systemic issues is vital for a thriving future.
Construction skills gap will continue to widen until image problem is...
The construction skills gap may become a crisis, with 225,000 additional workers needed in four years. Ryan Jones, managing director of SLG Agency and founder of Deconstruction, says the industry needs to work on its image.
Why architectural visualisation can be a secret weapon in the planning...
Dan Thomason, co-founder of Rendernation, discusses why embracing the latest visualisation technologies can smooth out the bumpy planning process for developers, architects, and beyond.
Embracing Building Information Modelling: How Tecklenburg achieved efficient and cost-effective construction
Those who embrace Building Information Modelling (BIM) can design and build faster, cheaper, with higher quality and more smoothly. However, the transition is definitely a challenge. The contractor Tecklenburg shows how it can be done successfully.
How can the construction industry progress towards net-zero amid challenges?
Amidst a global call for environmental accountability, the construction industry's significant carbon footprint is under scrutiny. A study from Judy Too and Obuks Ejohwomu, University of Manchester, exposes a critical gap: buildings are still not designed within sectoral carbon budgets, hindering progress towards net-zero.
What is zero trust and why do construction companies need to...
Tim Mercer, CEO of industry-leading cloud technology firm Vapour, explores how zero trust, the burgeoning access model, can help fortify cyber security strategies in the era of digital construction.
Empower the next generation of designers with a Vectorworks educational license
A Vectorworks educational license gives your students access to Vectorworks 2024, resources and discounts that could be instrumental in their educational journey.
Innovative research leads to “world-first” bamboo-timber composite construction in China
Researchers at Edinburgh Napier University showcased their innovative research in bio-based construction by leading an engineered bamboo-timber composite gridshell construction project, completed by students from three universities.
Unleashing the potential of artificial intelligence in construction
David Johnson, pre-construction director at Volumetric Building Companies, looks at the use of artificial intelligence in construction and why the sector should embrace this new technology.
BarhaleEnpure JV bags £18m phosphorous removal from wastewater contract
The contract involves phosphorous removal and flow monitoring at Yorkshire Water's Dewsbury Wastewater Treatment Works.
Construction technology trends: paving the way for the future of the...
In this article, Build Warranty delves into the construction technology trends that are poised to redefine the UK housing market and explores their potential implications.
Procore and The B1M launch Get Construction Talking to address the...
Procore has partnered with The B1M to launch Get Construction Talking to address the mental health crisis, reduce stigma and provide resources to tackle the industry’s biggest killer – suicide.
BW Build Warranty®: A technology-driven company revolutionising the construction industry
In the fast-paced and ever-evolving world of construction, cutting-edge technology plays a pivotal role in driving innovation and efficiency.
UK National Metric Library: Accelerating change through a performance-led approach
Proposals for a UK National Metric Library could provide a structured repository of quantitative and qualitative performance metrics for the built environment, supporting the UK’s net zero ambitions. Paul Dodd of the Scottish Futures Trust explains how it would work.