Online mapping toolkit developed for 1.5m home target
A team at the University of Manchester are developing an online mapping toolkit to advise housebuilding. Read more about the kit here.
UKCW makes welcome return to Birmingham
UK Construction Week (UKCW) made a welcome return to the NEC in October, with a string of exclusive launches, a star-studded line-up of speakers, international pavilions from across the globe and a host of new features across three busy days
Activity-based design: The key to unlock new settlements?
Mike Axon, global director of transport at SLR, discusses the need to plan new towns around new standards to thrive. Read his insight here.
Build Warranty® debuts exciting new look for client and partner apps!
At Build Warranty®, we’re committed to providing our clients and partners with the best tools and resources to support their construction projects. That’s why we’re thrilled to introduce the latest version of LDI Tech® for our Build Warranty apps!
MPBA: On a mission to promote modular
The Modular & Portable Building Association (MPBA) plays a key role in supporting all sections of the industry.
Why construction needs a common data environment
Gareth Price of AGTEK discusses the state of data in construction, and the benefits of a common data environment. Read what he says here.
RIBA to explore gender bias in architecture
RIBA commissions the Fawcett Society to investigate gender bias in architecture. Read more about the research here.
Vinci Construction acquires FM Conway
FM Conway, which has been acquired by Vinci Construction for an undisclosed amount, generated an annual turnover of £580m in 2024.
Industry reacts to 2024 Autumn budget
The 2024 Autumn budget has seen mixed reactions from experts within the construction industry. Read some of the key takeaways here.
Highlights and winners: Bentley Systems Year in Infrastructure and Going Digital...
PBC Today joined Bentley Systems for its annual Year in Infrastructure and Going Digital Awards in Vancouver to celebrate some of the latest digital technologies that are transforming infrastructure projects around the world.
The growing concern of cable theft: How you can protect your...
Orbis protects describes the rise of cable theft and what risks are posed by the act. Read more about how to prevent the crime here.
Grenfell: Systemic failures are still happening on our watch
Seven years after the tragic Grenfell fire, Mike Leonard, visiting professor at Birmingham City University’s Centre for Future Homes is calling for a united response from the UK housing industry to the failures outlined in the Grenfell Inquiry’s final report
Labour delivers their first Autumn Budget- but is construction being left...
Chancellor Rachel Reeves gave the first Autumn Budget from a Labour Government in 14 years, stating her intention to 'restore economic stability' through increased investment and taxation.
CPA creates decarbonisation and sustainability manager role
CPA has announced a new sustainability manager role, with Luis Bassett stepping into the position. Read more here.
Laing O’Rourke emission targets approved by SBTI
SBTI have approved Laing O'Rourke's emission targets after announcing an update to them. Read more about what this means for the Group here.
Balfour Beatty appoint new non-executive director
Balfour Beatty have appointed a new non-executive director to start next month. Read more about the appointment here.
FARO Technologies releases Focus Premium Max, with scan range increases of...
Committed to innovation, excellence and responding to customer input, the newly updated Focus product line offers an end-to-end 3D laser scanning solution with intuitive software offerings for easy data acquisition and quick decision-making.
What to expect in the October Budget for UK construction
With the October Budget to be announced in detail on Wednesday, read here about what the construction industry can expect to see.
Insulation manufacturer ROCKWOOL purchases UK firm
Insulation manufacturer Rockwool has acquired a UK firm, Wetherby Building Systems. Find out more about the acquisition here.
Assent Building Control evolves to Assent Building Compliance as part of...
Assent Building Control will now be known as Assent Building Compliance, to reflect the shifting focus of the broader construction industry.
Reimagining England’s planning system
For years, England has grappled with a cycle of missed housing targets, a pattern that stems from a planning system that is no longer fit for purpose, argues Anthony Pollard, head of economics at Turley
Alex Norris named as Building Safety Minister
Alex Norris has been named the new building safety minister, taking over from Rushanara Ali. Find out more here.
Use of AI in construction growing
Bluebeam investigated the use of AI in construction, and found that AI use is growing. Read more about their findings here.
How can the construction industry meet the Future Homes Standard regulations...
Darren York, director of EPS Trenchless Solutions, discusses the Future Homes Standard and meeting the requirements. Read what he shares here.
Understanding damp and mould
David Bly, managing director of Cornerstone Management Services, a company providing independent expert property health surveys, believes more can be done to fight year-on-year damp, condensation and mould issues in buildings.
Build Warranty® makes a strong debut at UK Construction Week Birmingham...
In their debut appearance at UK Construction Week Birmingham 2024, Build Warranty® affirmed their place as market leader in the structural warranty sector.