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New electronic warning tags support social distancing at work

An electronic warning tag which alerts wearers when they get they get too close to a colleague is being introduced to workplaces across the country.

Four new prisons to be constructed using MMC

Four new prisons are to be built across England over the next six years using new technology and modern methods of construction.

Innovative graphene asphalt to be trialled on Kent roads

Amey has joined forces with Kent County Council and Iterchimica to trial the use of Gipave, an asphalt supermodifier, on Kent roads.

Digital twin survey platform to connect asset data

Atkins has launched a new digital twin survey platform, CIRRUS Insite, to enable clients to access, analyse and further develop 2D and 3D digital models of their assets.

ICE joins UK BIM Alliance affiliation scheme

The UK BIM Alliance has today (24 June) announced a new formal affiliation with the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE).

BESA & SFG20 become UK BIM Alliance affiliates

The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) and its facilities management solution SFG20 have become affiliates of the UK BIM Alliance.

CIOB joins UK BIM Alliance’s affiliate programme

The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) has joined the UK BIM Alliance’s Affiliate programme to enable a better performing built environment.

Covid-19 accelerates future of technology in construction

Covid-19 has shaped the future of technology in construction, with platform technology taking centre stage, according to research by Procore.

CSIC to host webinar to boost adoption of exoskeletons

Construction Scotland Innovation Centre (CSIC) is part of an international team hosting a webinar to launch a new initiative that aims to accelerate the adoption of exoskeletons in construction and manufacturing SMEs.

Industry supports positive impact of BIM Interoperability

The CDBB, responsible for delivering the government’s BIM programme, has published a summary report following the public consultation on the CDBB’s BIEG report launched in April 2020.

CDE to assist new business school at University of Brighton

William Coates Ltd has chosen Asite’s common data environment (CDE) to support its delivery of the installation of mechanical & electrical services at the University of Brighton new Business School.

Highways England launches plan to push technology in infrastructure

A digital revolution in construction could increase productivity and save billions of pounds, as Highways England announces the launch of its 15-year plan to accelerate the use of technology in infrastructure.

RICS joins UK BIM Alliance affiliation programme

The UK BIM Alliance has announced an affiliation programme with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).

‘Bounceback Innovation Challenge’ to tackle Covid-19 impact

Amey is launching an internal Bounceback Innovation Challenge to develop solutions that will help the industry better cope with the challenges posed by the coronavirus.

Buildots becomes gold patron of UK BIM Alliance

The UK BIM Alliance has announced Buildots, the construction tech newcomer, as its latest ‘gold patron’ and newest member of the alliance technology group.

Bentley Systems’ Year in Infrastructure 2020 conference goes digital

Bentley Systems has announced that its annual infrastructure awards, the Year in Infrastructure 2020 conference, is evolving and going digital.

Bentley Systems opens LEGION Simulator and OpenBuildings

Bentley Systems has opened up its LEGION Simulator and OpenBuildings Station Designer software for facilities managers to incorporate pedestrian simulation methodologies across their planning and operations teams.

Asite and 3D Repo join forces to help the AEC industry

Asite has announced that 3D Repo, the Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solution for BIM data, is integrating with the Asite platform.

Two-stage procurement in construction: The answer to cost-saving?

The Access Group discusses its guide to cost-saving with estimating software – a crucial step for using two-stage procurement in construction.

70% of pavements not wide enough for social distancing

Esri UK has created a new interactive map using its ArcGIS mapping software, after finding most pavements are less than 3 metres wide, making it difficult to remain 2 metres apart for social distancing.

Mott MacDonald launches ‘SOART’ to unlock AI in project planning

Mott MacDonald has announced the launch of a new scenario testing and schedule planning service to help support clients to make informed strategic decisions and reduce risk when planning and delivering major projects.

NBS & BESA to drive digital adoption throughout building lifecycle

Specification platform NBS and the Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) have joined forces to drive digital adoption throughout the building lifecycle.

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