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OpenSpace, a leading AI construction tech company, enables field teams to navigate BIM models on-site with OpenSpace BIM+

Unlock the power of BIM in the field with reality capture

OpenSpace, a leading AI construction tech company, enables field teams to navigate BIM models on-site.
SELECT president Mike Stark has warned that the demand on the electrical network to power artificial intelligence may soon exceed capacity

UK’s national grid may not be able to support AI energy...

SELECT's new president, Mike Stark, has warned that the demands on the electrical network to power artificial intelligence(AI)  may soon exceed current capacity.
accessibility

Understanding the customer journey is key to improving accessibility

About Access discusses the importance of considering the customer journey when evaluating the accessibility of buildings, emphasising the need to anticipate obstacles that may prevent people from navigating spaces effectively.
biodiversity

Biodiversity Net Gain Hub launched to boost conservation amidst development

The Biodiversity Net Gain Hub is set to offer complete end-to-end service to revolutionise the way developers approach Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG).
construction output

Construction output shrinks for third month running, reveals ONS data

Construction output in the UK declined in April for the third consecutive month, the Office for National Statistics found.
The Nemetschek Group has announced that Dr. Rebecca Koch has been appointed as its Chief People Officer, commencing September 1, 2024

Rebecca Koch to join the Nemetschek Group as chief people officer

The Nemetschek Group has announced that Dr. Rebecca Koch has been appointed as its Chief People Officer, joining the organisation as of September 1, 2024.
If your team is not yet using routine laser scan checks as part of your site supervision and progress-tracking strategy, then Imerso has the software for you

10 ways Imerso can benefit construction managers and their projects

If your team is not yet using routine laser scan checks as part of your site supervision and progress-tracking strategy, then Imerso has the software for you.
Fiona Cousins, who holds several senior roles at Arup, will take over the presidency from Adrian Catchpole

Fiona Cousins named as new president of CIBSE

Fiona Cousins, who holds several senior roles at Arup, will take over the presidency from Adrian Catchpole.
UK housing

Contrasting housing policies: Labour vs Conservative approaches post-July 4th election

Build Warranty Group takes a close look at the effects of the outcome of the July 4th election results, which have set the stage for significant policy changes in the UK housing market
new homes UK

Ministers must work with industry to deliver new homes, says HBF

The latest Housing Pipeline Report from the Home Builders Federation has revealed that the number of new homes and sites given planning permission has continued to plummet in the 12 months to March 2024.
retrofit

Tees Valley £2.1m retrofit scheme to be delivered by Esh Construction

Esh Construction will deliver the retrofit scheme across the Tees Valley, with local authorities securing around £2.1m of Home Upgrade Grant Phase 2 (HUG 2) funding from the Department for Energy, Security and Net Zero.
3D city models

How planning consultants use 3D city models

AccuCities explains how planning consultants can use their 3D city models to enhance workflows and improve outcomes.
TDUK has called for a commitment to indefinitely recognising CE marking on construction products, in line with all other CE marked products

TDUK calls for clarity on CE marking on construction products from...

Timber Development UK (TDUK) has called for the next government to commit to indefinitely recognising the CE marking on construction products in line with all other CE marked products.
Water spraying from a fire sprinkler in close-up.

Residential Fire Protection Limited: From skilled labour to leading sprinkler provider

PBC Today sat down with Residential Fire Protection Limited to discuss how the company has evolved from a small family-owned business to a leading sprinkler provider and a trusted name in fire safety.
reduce carbon emissions

Morgan Sindall’s carbon assessment tool ‘CarboniCa’ backed by Innovate UK

Innovate UK has awarded a grant to support Morgan Sindall’s bespoke whole life carbon assessment software tool, which is being adapted for Nottingham Trent University.
The SBM Remax 600 mobile impact crusher uses artificial intelligence(AI) to produce aggregate and weighs up to 75 tons

UK’s first AI mobile impact crusher bought by Banner Contracts

The SBM Remax 600 mobile impact crusher uses artificial intelligence(AI) to produce aggregate and weighs up to 75 tons.
construction of buildings

Arcadis raises construction inflation forecasts from 2026

Arcadis has forecast higher levels of construction inflation from 2026 onwards due to resource constraints and the impact of delayed procurements on the future shape of the supply chain.
Mates in Mind meet with Prince William

Starting the conversation on mental health in construction

With suicide so prevalent across the construction industry, what can we do to prevent it? Sarah Meek, managing director of charity Mates in Mind, discusses the importance of focusing on prevention rather than crisis management and how we can start those crucial conversations around mental health in construction.

Labour plans to get 80,000 young people on housing ladder with...

Keir Starmer and Angela Rayner claimed Labour was the "party of homeownership" as they launched the 'Freedom to Buy' scheme.
fire safety

Trident are bringing the fire safety industry into the digital age

For the last decade, we have provided clients with vital fire safety consultancy. To provide an extra level of compliance, we have introduced a camera incorporating 3D laser technology to scan premises and create digital 3D twins seamlessly.

The Build Chain raises £1.7m to propel growth in 2024 and...

Online construction materials procurement platform The Build Chain is set to grow its team, expand its solution, and reach the next stage of growth after securing its second round of investment.
Rob Dawes, the new director of project management at Pick Everard, will lead the firm's Manchester and Leeds offices

Rob Dawes joins Pick Everard as director of project management

Rob Dawes, the new director of project management at Pick Everard, will lead the firm's Manchester and Leeds offices.
The first homes using Travis Perkins’ WholeHouse platform have been completed in Leicestershire

Travis Perkins’ WholeHouse platform completes first home

The first homes using Travis Perkins’ WholeHouse platform have been completed in Leicestershire.
architect planning new building

RIBA horizon scans aid architects in adapting to built environment changes

The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has published its latest set of horizon scans that highlight how global population change will shape the built environment over the next ten years.
building fire

Dynamic movement in fire stopping highlighted in FSi Promat white paper

FSi Promat has launched a new white paper highlighting the impact dynamic movement can have on the effectiveness of penetration seals for fire stopping.
An IEA report has found that global industries are not currently on target to triple renewables by 2030, one of the "critical actions" of COP28

World is falling behind on COP28 pledge to triple renewables by...

An IEA report has found that global industries are not currently on target to triple renewables by 2030, one of the "critical actions" of COP28.