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New RIBA approved security CPDs free to architects, planners and developersÂ
The Police Crime Prevention Academy are running free RIBA Approved CPD sessions on Secured by Design in April, May and June.
Lessons from Warsaw: Preserving the heritage of industrial buildings while modernising
Aleksander Åšpiewak, director at RSK Polska, explores the opportunities to keep the history and heritage of industrial buildings alive at the same time as offering a new lease of life.
“A logistical nightmare”: NFB calls out police over Easter crane bans
The National Federation of Builders has criticised mobile crane bans enforced by the police over the Easter weekend, forcing plant hire companies off the roads for four days.
Skanska wins Network Rail’s Large Portfolio Projects spot
Network Rail has appointed Skanska to its North West & Central region framework for Large Portfolio projects, which covers schemes valued from £7m to £200m.
The big value of infrastructure digital twins is finally here
Digital twins are demonstrating their power in infrastructure from planning and design phases through to operations and maintenance, says Mike Campbell, chief product officer at Bentley.
How Britain’s construction sector could benefit from using robotics
Britain must leverage the use of robotics and automation or risk being left behind on the global construction landscape, the National Roboatrium’s Pete Felton writes.
6 reasons small businesses get big benefits from construction software
Following the pandemic, the construction industry has started to embrace technology more and more, with powerful new construction software popping up to answer the demand.
Investing in digitalisation will ease challenges for construction in 2024
The outlook for construction in 2024 is mixed and clients need to be prepared to navigate a complex market when it comes to balancing opportunities with cost, says Martin Sudweeks, UK managing director of cost management at Turner & Townsend.
Transform your materials procurement with The Build Chain
Do you want to take control of your materials procurement this year? Now is the perfect opportunity to refresh your supplier list, review pricing agreements and ensure you’re getting the best deals.
Six reasons why SME construction companies can- and should- go digital
As the demand for construction software increases, smaller firms can benefit from enhanced offers and reduced adoption barriers. This article from Bluebeam explores the six reasons why SME construction companies should go digital.
Northern Powerhouse Rail sets out plans for better connections in North...
The Department for Transport has set out the next steps of Northern Powerhouse Rail, with more connections through Manchester Airport and Liverpool planned.
AtkinsRéalis wins Projet Mauricie engineering and design services contractÂ
Projet Mauricie is Quebec-based proposed renewable energy initiative that would be one of the largest clean hydrogen projects in Canada.
Heritage ‘Retrofit Toolkit’ launched by City of London Corporation
Launched at an event at the Merchant Taylor's Great Hall, the Retrofit Toolkit aims to enable heritage buildings to be brought up to modern energy efficiency standards.
Considering embodied carbon of buildings to enhance sustainable design
Johanna Pirinen, SVP of Sustainability at Stora Enso, explores why shifting the focus to the embodied carbon of buildings is vital in helping the construction industry to decarbonise and make more sustainable design choices.
Is retrofit data the key to unlocking a $2 trillion market?
International businesses could save a collective $2 trillion a year by focusing on energy efficiency, according to the World Economic Forum. BESA’s Graeme Fox says better use of retrofit data will be crucial in turning potential savings into real ones.
Is offsite the key to swifter mechanical services installation?
Steve Richmond, head of marketing and technical – Building Solutions at REHAU UK, explores what building services professionals should consider when installing mechanical services on MMC projects and the role that offsite construction can play.
Costain selected for £4bn carbon capture project
Costain has been selected by Net Zero Teesside Power (NZT Power) and the Northern Endurance Partnership (NEP) as a specialist partner for a £4bn carbon capture project.
Polish company uses BIM and precast elements to build sustainable homes
A case study from MD Prefabrykacja shows how precast elements and model-based planning, alongside automated design and integrated production, can improve the efficiency and quality of residential construction.
London Waterloo Station and South Bank revamp revealed
Lambeth Council and Network Rail have revealed a new plan for the London Waterloo Station revamp, which will include the surrounding Waterloo and South Bank area.
Data as an infinite resource at the Interchange Conference
Re-flow attended the Interchange Conference on the 27 and 28 February to present their cutting-edge field management software and harness the power of data.
Modest recovery keeps construction activity afloat
February PMI data pointed to improved demand conditions across UK construction, bringing a marginal increase to output and activity.
Construction industry prepares for Spring Budget 2024
As the UK braces for the chancellor's Spring Budget 2024, the construction industry shares their hopes and fears.
Why a digital-first approach is needed to upskill the construction industry
The construction industry's resistance to digital technology exacerbates workforce challenges, with 225,000 skilled workers needed by 2027. Jen Longden, CEO at online training platform Tequ, explores why a digital-first approach is vital for growth and attracting younger talent.
Tony Wilson joins Balfour Beatty as new power transmission MD
Balfour Beatty has announced Tony Wilson will join the firm as managing director of its UK Power Transmission and Distribution (Power T&D) business.
How giant cranes from Australia could usher in a new era...
Offsite manufacturing has been hit by a number of high-profile company closures. Could doors opened by the UK-Australia Free Trade Agreement allowing larger, record-breaking cranes from Australia to boost the sector by allowing for bigger, bolder modular projects?
Actis Hybris has had its Cradle to Cradle Certified® Bronze certification...
The renewal of Actis Hybris' Cradle to Cradle Certified® Bronze certification means it meets stringent sustainability criteria and retains its place as the only reflective insulation product in the whole of Europe to have achieved such recognition.