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Growth and uptake of modular technology in construction
The Modular & Portable Building Association (MPBA) chief executive Jackie Maginnis discusses the offsite arena and examines the uptake in modular construction.
Salisbury Group wins major FM contract with University of London
Facilities management (FM) company, Salisbury Group, has been awarded a major contract with the University of London to provide hard FM services to academic and residential buildings across the estate.
Modular building techniques deliver fast track community centre
Enviro Building Solutions has delivered a new community centre and preschool using modular building techniques for Basildon Council.
NAO: Government underestimated complexity of HS2 from the start
The National Audit Office (NAO) has released its findings on the High Speed Two – the budget is over, costs are uncertain, and the schedule is between three and seven years later than originally planned.
Three contractors shortlisted for £135m Meridian Water infrastructure
BAM Nuttall, VINCI Construction UK, and VolkerFitzpatrick have been shortlisted to tender the infrastructure projects to support the Meridian Water scheme.
This is Gravity to deliver new ‘smart campus’
This is Gravity ltd has appointed JLL as the sole agent for its smart campus, Gravity, which is currently under development, located in the south-west of England.
2020: The year modular construction goes mainstream?
2020 must be a year of great change in affordable housing. Modular construction offers a solution, says Richard Hyams of architect astudio.
Public sector investment key to redefining the housebuilding industry
Homes England announced £30m to boost production at ilke Homes’ factory. Executive chairman Dave Sheridan discusses the importance of the deal in the wider context of efforts to tackle the housing crisis.
Balancing risk for town centre development
Jacqueline Hughes, senior risk analyst at Equib, discusses how project managers for town centre developments can get their risk management strategy right.
Garden Communities, Local Plans and housing delivery
Garden Communities can help meet local housing needs, but require confidence over implementation to avoid housing delivery failure, says Lachlan Anderson-Frank of planning and development consultancy Lichfields.
Construction industry in 2019 review – and 2020 preview
Simon Lewis and Michelle Essen of WBD take a look at some of the key legal changes and industry developments for construction in 2019, and highlight a few things to expect in 2020.
Purfleet centre regeneration gets go-ahead for 61 new family homes
The first phase the £1bn regeneration of the town centre and will create a gateway to the wider masterplan, connecting existing Purfleet with the new development.
New era for 3D printing in the construction market
According to a recent study by Transparency Market Research, 3D printing in the construction market is estimated to expand at a CAGR of 33%.
A new guide for acoustics, ventilation and overheating
A new residential design guide covering acoustics, ventilation and overheating has been launched by the Association of Noise Consultants. ANC chairman Dan Saunders takes a look at how it addresses these increasingly important issues.
What is Bridge Information Modelling (BrIM)?
Bridge information modelling (BrIM), or BIM for bridges, is an advanced methodology for the bridge design and construction industry.
Plans submitted for new cultural destination in West Smithfield
A planning application has been submitted by the Museum of London to transform market buildings in West Smithfield into a new world-class cultural destination.
Construction productivity report demonstrates MMC potential
AIMCH, the consortium set up to overhaul the housebuilding sector, has published a new research report that assesses construction productivity metrics.
Digital collaboration unlocks German testing environment in the UK
Peter Owen from Willmott Dixon and Anthony Shaw from NG Bailey discuss how digital collaboration enabled them to support Coventry University and FEV to bring cutting-edge German facilities into the UK.
Great Ancoats Street scheme to improve Manchester’s infrastructure
The £9.1m Great Ancoats Street scheme will improve the area for pedestrians, providing a more natural and attractive link between the Manchester City centre, the Ancoats and New Islington neighbourhoods.
ANC launch new acoustics, ventilation and overheating guidance
The Acoustics Ventilation and Overheating (AVO) Residential Design Guide has been launched after nearly two years of research by the Association of Noise Consultants (ANC).
Heriot-Watt researchers develop ‘world first’ recycled brick
Researchers at Heriot-Watt University have created a brick made from 90% recycled construction and demolition waste to help support the construction industry's sustainability ambitions.
New £150m mental facilities in Tooting get the green light
South West London and St George’s Mental Health NHS Trust (SWLSTG) has gained approval to begin work on its two new mental health facilities for south west Londoners.
Roofing company fined £28,800 after worker falls from ladder
AU Roofing and Building Ltd has been fined £28,800 after a worker fell from a ladder resulting in serious injuries.
Heathrow confirms 2020 planning application and public consultation
Heathrow will launch a public consultation to finalise its proposals for airport expansion, following the recent decision by the CAA to cap early spending.
Plans revealed to reinvigorate North-East rail network
Transport secretary, Grant Shapps, has announced a commitment to reviving the North-East rail network, outlining how new investment will boost the network and level up infrastructure across the country.
HS2: Lord Berkeley condemns ‘completely out of control’ costs
Lord Berkeley has said Parliament was “seriously mislead” over the true costs of HS2, claiming the cost of the line is “completely out of control”.