Costain revenue up to £639.3m in half year results
Costain have published their half year results, demonstrating continued strong performance to the end of June 2024.
Actis encourages post A-level and GCSE students to consider careers in...
Students digesting their A level and GCSE results this summer are being encouraged to consider pursuing a career in construction by insulation specialist Actis.
Balfour Beatty’s M77 Hydrogen project retrofits heavy vehicles
Balfour Beatty's M77 Hydrogen project is underway, retrofitting heavy vehicles to take hydrogen fuel and promoting decarbonisation.
The benefits of AI in construction: A vital cog in the...
While still in its infancy, AI is poised to bring new efficiencies and innovations to construction. Let’s take a deeper look at where we stand.
Because It’s Your Job to Know : Understanding Quelfire’s new campaign
Earlier this year, in February 2024, Quelfire launched its new campaign, ‘BECAUSE IT’S YOUR JOB TO KNOW’, focusing on responsibility in firestopping.
Results day 2024: Young people urged to consider construction
The Federation of Master Builders have released a statement for results day 2024 encouraging young people to consider careers in construction.
UK’s first ‘vertiport’ flying taxi base approved
Plans for the UK's first 'vertiport' flying taxi base have been approved for construction, commencing in Autumn.
MoD appoints engineers to develop Single Living Accommodation
The Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) has appointed six companies to develop Single Living Accommodation for the armed forces.
UK’s largest Passivhaus building, Dunfermline Learning Campus, opens
Woodmill and St Columba's RC High School have relocated to Dunfermline Learning Campus, the largest Passivhaus-certified building in the UK.
UPDATE: CMA appears to accept Barratt-Redrow local competition resolution, clearing path...
Barratt initially announced its intention to complete the £2.5bn merger with Redrow, waiving a Competitions & Markets Authority (CMA) condition to do so, but the latest update from the CMA indicates they will allow the full merger to go ahead.
British Standard introduces new energy rating for insulation
British Standard have introduced a new energy rating system for industrial thermal insulation applications.
UK’s first ever 100% BREEAM score achieved
Property companies Wrenbridge and Buccleuch have been awarded the first ever 100% BREEAM score for Nova science, Oxford.
NBS report says greener projects are on the rise
NBS has released their latest research into greener projects, confirming that their numbers are increasing over time.
TMO4+: A paradigm shift in grid connections for a greener UK
The importance of accelerating grid connections for planned renewable generators, such as solar and wind farms, has never been greater. However, the current system for grid connection approvals is delaying many projects, often unnecessarily. New regulations, known as TMO4+, due to come into force in January 2025 aim to accelerate the UK’s net zero transition by 10 years. Phillip Robinson of ITPEnergised takes a look.
Keltbray has sold Infrastructure Services Limited to EMK Capital
Keltbray has announced that they have completed the sale of Infrastructure Services Limited to EMK Capital.
How Asta solutions helped MiCiM to reduce project planning and reporting...
MiCiM has leveraged the combined power of Asta solutions to improve the visualisation, coordination and accuracy of its programmes to deliver exceptional blue-chip construction projects.
Women into Construction ceases trading
Women into Construction has announced that it has ceased trade as of 15 August due to financial difficulty.
United Living, Barhale, and Clancy Docwra join Southern Water framework
The United Living Group, Barhale, and Clancy Docwra have been appointed to work on Southern Water's AMP8 Capital Infrastructure Framework.
Up to 500 RAAC affected homes in Aberdeen could be demolished
Around 500 RAAC affected homes in Aberdeen may be demolished to be rebuilt, as suggested by a report to be presented to the council.
Gain international insights on MMC at the BOS Offsite Summit
Fareita Udoh outlines what the BOS Offsite Summit has in store, with a unique platform to hear from international offsite experts and network.
Over 95% of planners agree that strategic planning reforms are vital
Research from the Royal Town Planning Institute shows that more than 95% of planners feel that planning reforms are much needed.
Re-flow Field Management Review by Roadgrip
Roadgrip, a small family company with a national presence, were searching for a field management and workflow software solution- and Re-flow was the answer.
Over 37% of UK construction managers had equipment size issues
A survey by Aggreko has revealed that equipment size issues are having a negative impact on worksite efficiency.
Will power-hungry AI overwhelm the National Grid? Can electrical apprentices save...
The National Grid could struggle to supply electricity when power-hungry AI servers take a central role in society, and the UK will need many more skilled, highly qualified electrical apprentices to cope.
Why releasing green belt land in medium-sized cities could help hit...
Ben Standing, planning and environmental law specialist at Browne Jacobson, discusses how cities and green belt land can accommodate homes.
The UK BIM Framework: Supporting the Big Three of built environment...
The Construction Playbook, National Infrastructure Strategy and TIP: Roadmap to 2030 have set the priority areas for the built environment – but productivity remains a key challenge. Dan Rossiter of the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists says the UK BIM Framework can support organisations in boosting output, cutting costs and improving sustainability.