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Selectaglaze specialise in window retrofit

Heritage and listed buildings: Window retrofit checklist

Selectaglaze offers a handy window retrofit checklist to make retrofitting heritage or listed building projects easier.
LHC Procurement Group's Paul Dawson writes about how data accuracy in construction is no longer a luxury- but a necessity

Data accuracy in construction is crucial

As we navigate increasing regulatory demands, growing safety concerns and the urgent need for efficiency, data accuracy in construction is no longer a luxury – it is a necessity, writes Paul Dawson, group technical manager at public sector construction framework provider LHC Procurement Group.
CONTAINEX's new and improved Lock Box is being rolled out as standard across their storage modules to ensure your materials are secure

Ensure the security of your CONTAINEX storage containers with the new...

CONTAINEX's new and improved Lock Box is being rolled out as standard across their storage modules to ensure your materials are secure.
The NatWest SME growth tracker shows a bright outlook for the industry

NatWest SME growth tracker shows promise in construction

The NatWest SME growth tracker has shown a promising future for construction for small and medium enterprises.
The new operational anti-slavery toolkit will allow businesses to adhere to regulations more easily

New operational anti-slavery toolkit launched

Action Sustainability has launched a new anti-slavery toolkit, titled Operational Toolkit: Combatting Slavery in the Built Environment.
The Elizabeth Line has been awarded the Riba Stirling prize 2024

RIBA Stirling prize 2024 awarded to Elizabeth Line

London's Elizabeth Line, by Grimshaw, Maynard, Equation and Atkins, has won the RIBA Stirling prize 2024 after being shortlisted in July
The funding will go to unlock brownfield sites likes this one

Government commits £68m to unlock brownfield sites

The UK Government has announced that they will commit £68m to unlock brownfield sites across 54 local authorities.
Advantage Home Construction Insurance reflects on ten years of growing the team and establishing a new headquarters, as well as delivering £6bn worth of cover

AHCI Advantage is celebrating a Decade of Trust and Expertise

Advantage Home Construction Insurance reflects on ten years of growing the team and establishing a new headquarters, as well as delivering £6bn worth of cover.
Digital Construction North features guest speakers on a wide variety of topics

Digital Construction North: Speakers from AtkinsRéalis, BDP, Henry Boot, RLB Digital...

Digital Construction North is the new essential event for AECO professionals working in the North of the UK.
A new webinar CPD series from Sano will delve into hybrid construction methods, exploring how they might drive achieving UK housing targets

Sano’s CPD webinar series addresses hybrid construction and UK housing targets

A new webinar CPD series from Sano will delve into hybrid construction methods, exploring how they might be best implemented to achieve UK housing targets.
Make the most of brickwork and roofing masterclasses from the NHBC

Brickwork and roofing masterclasses

The NHBC is offering a variety of brickwork and roofing masterclasses in partnership with the HBF, ABC and NFRC across the UK.
ISG's contractor insolvency has left many reeling, Phil Caton discusses next steps for businesses

Navigating contractor’s insolvency: What subcontractors and businesses should do next following...

Phil Caton, of Aaron & Partners, looks at what businesses and subcontractors should do in the case of a contractor’s insolvency.
Third-party service interruptions have the potential to be devastating to businesses

Protecting your business from interruptions due to third-party service

Scott Williams, director at Clarke Williams Ltd, discusses the risks with third-party connection services and what can happen if they go down.
Abbey Protect have advised Secured by Design DOCO's

Abbey Protect host DOCO awareness day

World leading manufacturer of Securablinds® Abbey Protect have hosted an awareness day for Police Designing Out Crime Officers (DOCOs).
Sustainability in Manchester will be key to its future sustainability

Arup study raises concerns about sustainability in Manchester development

A study by Arup has shown that sustainability in Manchester is a 'particular concern' and may be a shortcoming.
The University of Warwick is set to invest £700m into their campus

University of Warwick unveils £700m campus expansion

The University of Warwick has revealed plans for a £700m campus expansion as a part of their Connect Programme.
Homes in East Belfast, Northern Ireland, the building of which the new CIS report says is slowing significantly in 2024

New CIS report shows NI housing crisis not slowing

A new CIS report has shown that Northern Ireland housebuilding has slowed throughout 2024 with "infrastructure bottlenecks" the cause.
Keltbray Infrastructure Services has completed its acquisition of National Rail approved contractor Linbrook Services, gaining 140 staff along with the rail business's £500m work pipeline

Keltbray Infrastructure Services completes acquisition of £500m rail business

Keltbray Infrastructure Services has completed its acquisition of National Rail approved contractor Linbrook Services, gaining 140 staff along with the rail business's £500m work pipeline.
The burnt-out remains of the Grenfell tower behind the Ivory spire, the ultimate cause of the CIAT briefing

CIAT briefing: makes recommendations for architects post-Grenfell

A CIAT briefing has been published, outlining recommendations for best practices for professionals in architectural technology after Grenfell.
Passive fire safety may not be being taken seriously enough by the public

Passive fire protection: Out of sight, out of mind?

Kirk Smith of Allegion UK reviews the attitudes towards passive fire protection in public-facing buildings.
CONTAINEX offers storage solutions that can be tailored to your project- with customisable modules and affordable options for long-term hire

Robust – durable – flexible: CONTAINEX storage solutions for your construction...

CONTAINEX offers a variety of storage solutions that can be tailored to your project- with customisable modules and more affordable options for long-term hire.
David Butters of E.ON Drive explores the importance of EV charging infrastructure in the construction sector, highlighting its role in sustainability, efficiency, cost savings and compliance with regulations

The importance of EV charging infrastructure in the construction sector

David Butters of E.ON Drive explores the importance of EV charging infrastructure in the construction sector, highlighting its role in sustainability, efficiency, cost savings and compliance with regulations.
Fibre optic monitors could detect issues in infrastructure

Research being done into using fibre optic monitors to monitor infrastructure

Aston University researchers are exploring the possibility of utilising fibre optic monitors to monitor infrastructure and natural hazards.
Full adoption of CAP could see most construction equipment being fully automated

CAP could save the UK construction industry billions, say Costain

Connected and Autonomous Plant (CAP) could save the construction industry billions according to the latest Costain report.
Big Carl, the world's largest crane, lifting the final liner ring for Hinckley Point C

[VIDEO] World’s largest crane lifts final ring at Hinkley Point C

The final steel liner ring for Hinkley Point C has been lifted by Big Carl, the world's largest crane at 250m tall.
The famous Poolbeg chimneys, an icon in the region that is set to receive sustainable heat

COWI appointed to help bring sustainable heat to Dublin Docklands

The RPS Group has appointed COWI to assist in delivering sustainable heat to homes and buildings in Dublin's Docklands.