Richard Hipkiss, development director of the Modular & Portable Building Association (MPBA), reflects on the seven-year journey to establish a dedicated apprenticeship pathway for the modular and relocatable buildings industry and why creating clear routes into the sector is critical to developing the skilled workforce of the future.
As the international trade association for modular construction, the Modular Building Institute's mission is to expand the use of offsite construction through innovation and education.
Transport for London(TfL) contractor FM Conway trialled a mix of 50% recycled asphalt planings (RAP) on a pavement section of the A1 in 2016 and found that it matched or even outperformed traditional asphalt materials on durability and longevity.
P McVey Building Systems recently delivered a complex and high-spec modular project for St. Vincent’s University Hospital, located on a busy healthcare campus in Dublin.
Discover how modular construction is primed to reshape Portugal's housing landscape in the latest Modular Building Institute podcast with Bond Housing Systems.
The 10-year UK field trial of wooden fence posts and test stakes compared treated and untreated wood across a variety of metrics in ground contact applications- with a clear winner.
The Modern Methods of Construction Awards are more than an accolade - they're a powerful statement of excellence in a rapidly changing industry. From game- changing people and outstanding designs to groundbreaking techniques - this year's winners are shaping the future of construction.
David Emery MSc, offsite and MMC consultant at the Supply Chain Sustainability School, examines how to identify, assess and mitigate risk in construction projects.
As the voice of the modular construction industry, the Modular & Portable Building Association (MPBA) offers a powerful platform for its members to influence the direction of the sector, solve business challenges and expand reach.
Insulation specialist Actis has welcomed the £39bn affordable housing investment announced in this week's government spending review - but reiterates that offsite construction and training more builders will be key to the delivery of such homes over the coming decade.
As Ireland’s Modern Methods of Construction sector continues its rapid expansion, head of MMC certification with the National Standards Authority of Ireland (NSAI), Martin Searson, sits down for an in-depth interview with Irish correspondent Carol Tallon to discuss how his team is working to support industry growth while maintaining rigorous standards.
Can a mix of modular construction systems and panelized solutions be the key to solving the UK's housing crisis? DJ, co-founder and COO of Sano, a UK-based team of innovators dedicated to rethinking the possibilities of housing technologies, believes they can.
Scotland is one of four European countries to model a Circular Construction Hub – a second-hand marketplace for materials used in building and infrastructure projects.
Dr Anthony Greer, corporate strategy director of offsite housing specialist TALO, looks at why the Future Homes Standard represents a welcome move in the right direction for improving the energy performance and sustainability of new homes. He also considers why it feels more like catching up than moving ahead.
