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Tunnel construction to be revolutionised with robotic AI
A consortium of engineering and robotic automation industry leaders has developed the first robotic AI solution to modernise tunnel construction in a variety of sectors.
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.
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.
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 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.
Work begins on year-long, half-kilometere viaduct deck slide
This week, HS2's main works contractor EKFB began work on a year-long project that will see a half-kilometre viaduct deck slide into position above the Misbourne Valley in Buckinghamshire.
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.
The 15-minute city: Where are we getting it wrong in the...
David Edwards, architect, urban planner and designer, petty cyclist, car owner and definitely someone who would definitely never leave children unattended to go on a city break, asks why the 15-minute city is encountering hostility in the UK at a time when the rest of Europe seems happy to embrace it.
Kier to acquire Buckingham Group’s rail assets
After it's economic troubles, Buckingham Group's rail assets will be absorbed by Kier's Transportation business.
James Martin appointed as head of responsible business at Kier
Alongside his new role as head of responsible business, James has been promoted to health, safety, wellbeing and sustainability director.
Tideway seeking contractor for super sewer testing phase
As Tideway's super sewer nears completion, a contractor is needed to undertake around 3,000 planned maintenance works across 21 London sites.
The “Golden Thread” for construction: What is it and who is...
Adept Contracts, a compliant passive fire protection specialist, is well-prepared for the Golden Thread requirement and the Building Safety Act. Their expertise in Durasteel and cavity barriers ensures enhanced building safety.
Women in engineering: Shining a light on the brilliant work that...
Eager to advocate for women in engineering, PBC sat down with Svetlana Joao, structural engineer, TYPSA, and ICE President’s Future Leader, to talk about her career as a female engineer and encouraging more diversity in the sector.
Adept Contracts Ltd- achieving and exceeding compliance in passive fire protection
Established in 2008, Adept Contracts Ltd delivers high quality passive fire protection systems with their ‘’No Nonsense’’ approach to every part of installation.
Manchester and London leaders join forces in call for Manchester Piccadilly...
A proposed overground station is a cheap and shortsighted alternative to the original Manchester Piccadilly underground station planned, say local leaders
Manchester and London leaders...
Thames Water secures Barhale contract to strengthen East London water tunnel
Thames Water has partnered with Barhale to reinforce a vital concrete-lined East London water tunnel.
AEC professionals share their experiences at Revizto London Field Day 2023
Revizto returns to the Capital with Revizto London Field Day 2023, bringing together AEC professionals to learn how other industry experts leverage Revizto’s Integrated Collaboration Platform.
Galliford Try’s Highways team grows with appointment of Julie Crawford
Julie Crawford will lead Galliford Try's Highways team as national highways director, responsible for the Group’s strategic relationship with National Highways.
Will “levelling up” level the playing field for construction SMEs?
Access Construction recently hosted a webinar on ‘What’s New in Construction?’ – a discussion between a panel of five experts on construction SMEs and The Access Group’s head of construction, Carol Massay.
Kier restructures its Infrastructure Services division and MD announces retirement
Kier Group plc intends to restructure its Infrastructure Services division, and Mark Pengelly, group managing director, announces his retirement .
UK Construction Week London: Everything you need to know
UK Construction Week London, the UK’s largest event for the built environment, returns to the capital after a successful debut in 2022 with even more to offer.
Insurance market must revitalise to support struggling construction firms, MacTavish warns
Insurance market must switch on to deal with escalating construction risks as sector and firms struggle with extreme pressures, Mactavish has warned.
Get the most out of Dropbox as a Common Data Environment...
Shirin Arnold, Industry Lead, Construction at Dropbox, and PBC Today discuss how digital technologies such as Verifi3D, the recent collaboration between Dropbox and Xinaps, can help the industry create a powerful Common Data Environment.
UK’s longest railway bridge Colne Valley Viaduct completes foundation works
The 2.1 mile (3.4km) Colne Valley Viaduct, part of the HS2 project will be 100m longer than Dundee’s Tay Bridge, which currently holds the title of the UK's longest railway bridge.
Construct Zero reflections from Innovate UK
Dr Mike Pitts, deputy challenge director for Transforming Construction at Innovate UK, looks back on the first year of the Construction Leadership Council’s Construct Zero programme and the final year of the Transforming Construction challenge.
Anil Rai appointed as commercial director for Asset Intelligence
Anil Rai joins Galliford Try's Asset Intelligence team as commercial director, bringing experience in both telecommunications and construction.