The new construction industry report 2025 is available now – download for the latest insights into workforce challenges, tech breakthroughs, climate targets and infrastructure updates
UK construction is navigating difficulties, opportunity and transformation. This report explores the pressures and progress shaping the sector – from the recruitment crisis to cutting-edge innovation, sustainability targets and shifting policy.
Via insights from the latest articles and data related to the industry – the State of the Construction Industry 2025 report highlights opportunities and risks for your business.
Inside the report, you’ll find updates on:
Technology as a bridge to productivity
AI, BIM, robotic bricklayers and 3D printing are helping offset skills shortages. Learn how firms like 14Trees and ICON are leading the charge and reshaping project delivery.
- Discover the pioneering company responsible for 10% of the world’s printed buildings and the cost savings in comparison to traditional building.
- See how AI can be used to boost construction workflows.
Collaborate or be left behind
This message from construction lawyers Brabners points to the increasing use of AI on larger projects to automate mundane and time-consuming tasks. Although they encourage businesses to embrace the technology, hear about their concerns on topics ranging from cybersecurity to complexity.
- Should we be concerned by a lack of regulation?
- Is AI a threat to jobs?
- How can the industry step up its use of pioneering technology?
Sustainability and carbon-first planning
PAS 2080 is fast becoming essential for procurement. This section shows how carbon goals are shaping everything from project design to tender success, with real-world examples from major UK infrastructure projects. With a look at net zero progress from around the world, the report offers a useful reference point for global progress.
- Discover the milestone reached by China, potentially undermining a lot of net zero cynicism
- Read the thoughts of leading industry figures on whether we’re at a tipping point in carbon management.
- See how PAS 2080 aligns with ISO 14001, and how similarities can speed up accreditation.
Big projects setting new standards that are likely to stick
Too often the most interesting details around big infrastructure projects are missed in news reports and public critiques. The report includes insights on the Lower Thames Crossing, the Thames Tideway Tunnel and HS2.
Despite delays and a lot of negative press to the latter, each project involves multiple forward-thinking initiatives that are likely to impact the future of the sector.
The skills and recruitment gap
Half of UK builders can’t find qualified workers. Explore how £600m in government funding aims to address issues around an ageing workforce and apprenticeship gaps.
- What avenues are there for building a strong construction workforce in the UK?
- Are the solutions straightforward? Hear perspectives from industry figures working for Seddon and the Women’s Leadership Group.
- What’s holding back young people from forging careers in the sector?
International lessons on workforce equity
Other countries are offering useful blueprints on gender and racial equity. Learn the UK’s comparative strengths in this area, and potential avenues for further growing our talent pipeline.
- See how the UK compares to other countries in workplace diversity – a mostly positive narrative.
- Discover the shifting priorities in countries like India and Sweden.
- Hear arguments against a “one-size-fits-all” approach to diversity.
Shifting political headwinds
From planning reforms to clean energy targets, changing policy could derail or accelerate infrastructure investment. The report explores the warning signs for companies to look out for.
- Are forward-thinking initiatives about to be scrapped?
- What will the impact be on our shared goals?
Why download the report?
Whether you’re planning your next tender, building a team or adapting to evolving compliance demands, this report delivers practical, forward-looking insights to sharpen your strategy and stay ahead of industry shifts.
*Please note that this is a commercial profile.
