Conservative’s green regulation delays have earned developers billions
Over the past eight years of Conservative government, housebuilders and property developers have gained billions of pounds in benefits due to delays in low-carbon building regulations.
Harnessing metadata: Powering up BIM, document management, and digital twins
Metadata is often overlooked, but every organisation involved in the built environment is producing it every day. Dan Rossiter FCIAT, vice-president technical at the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists, looks at how to harness it to support BIM, information management and digital twins.
Industry reacts to confirmed axing of HS2 Manchester
After a Conservative Party Conference dogged by the apparent open secret of plans to axe the HS2 to Manchester link, Rishi Sunak confirmed the rumours in his address.
UK projects see downturn in Glenigan’s October Construction Index
Glenigan has released the October 2023 edition of its Construction Index. This edition focuses on the three-month period leading up to the end of September 2023.
Building Consents launches consultancy service for principal designers
Building Consent's new consultancy service will aid principal designers with building control insight at key stages of the pre-submission design process.
Willmott Dixon steps in to rescue Copr Bay project in Swansea
Swansea Council has chosen Willmott Dixon to oversee construction for the Copr Bay district after the original contractor, Buckingham Group, faced financial difficulties.
Overcoming supply chain challenges- why early engagement is key
Engaging with building product manufactures can help overcome potential supply chain challenges that could threaten specifications in the building industry, says Neil Kirwin, Southern specification manager at SFS.
Re-flow Field Management review by Lagan Airport Maintenance
Re-flow Field Management's real-time data, paperless processes, and enhanced safety procedures have made Lagan Airport Maintenance's operations more efficient and responsive.
Premier Guarantee’s guide to understanding timber durability and specification
Unsure which specification of timber can be used externally, or what durability designations are? Premier Guarantee's Technical Manual can help
Why brownfield urban regeneration is key to economic growth
New research from British Land, Landsec, and The Berkeley Group reveals that brownfield urban regeneration in the UK can lead to significant economic growth and housing opportunities by 2035.
Cement 2 Zero: the road to greener cement
The Cement 2 Zero project has completed its first trial melt, aiming to develop large-scale zero-emissions cement production.
What is zero trust and why do construction companies need to...
Tim Mercer, CEO of industry-leading cloud technology firm Vapour, explores how zero trust, the burgeoning access model, can help fortify cyber security strategies in the era of digital construction.
Edwin James Group launches Digital Academy for Engineering
Edwin James Group improving its workforce through their Digital Academy. The academy is the third purpose-built training centre established by the group.
10 things you must see at UK Construction Week Birmingham
Technical talks, demonstrations, panel debates and networking opportunities galore are waiting for you at UK Construction Week Birmingham.
Allplan 2024: Revolutionising the AEC industry with next-gen BIM solutions
Discover the game-changing features of Allplan 2024 as Eduardo Lazzarotto, SVP product and strategy at Allplan, reveals how the next release will empower AEC professionals with enhanced efficiencies in their design to build processes
Survey reveals struggles in local authority planning teams
A survey from Public Practice has highlighted the challenges faced by local authority planning and placemaking teams.
Several news outlets report HS2 Manchester leg shelved, despite No10 denial
ITV News, the Guardian and Sky News are all reporting that the northern connection of HS2, linking Manchester to London, has been shelved- but Downing Street has denied it
Bellway chooses Viewpoint for construction management platform to boost compliance
UK housebuilder Bellway Homes has adopted Viewpoint For Projects and Field View as its construction management platform.
Better data holds the key to damp and mould in social...
Timely, accurate and personalised data is vital to help solve damp and mould in social housing says Civica’s Justin Fisher.
UKCW Birmingham reveals robotics theatre line up
The latest innovations in robotics and automation will be showcased at the Robotics Theatre, a brand-new feature at this month’s UKCW Birmingham.
£2m A465 expansion project in South Wales nears 2-year mark
A £2m slope and ground stabilisation project now entered its 20th month as part of the A465 trunk road dualling scheme in South Wales.
How demolition might be more sustainable than you think
National Federation of Demolition Contractors CEO Duncan Rudall explores why the process is more sustainable than meets the eye.
Counting King: Are you eligible to claim land remediation relief?
In this article, Counting King explores the process of claiming land remediation relief for investors, developers, and commercial property owners.
Willmott Dixon to lead Portsmouth’s Bransbury Park Leisure Centre project
Portsmouth City Council has chosen Willmott Dixon to oversee the development of Bransbury Park Leisure Centre project in Eastney.
Government reveals timetable for Biodiversity Net Gain policy
The government has confirmed that legislation to enforce Biodiversity Net Gain rules will be introduced in November.
How 4D BIM offers a solution to project overruns and delays
The construction industry has long suffered from project overrun, impacting construction timelines, client budgets, and growing demand. Mark Chapman, head of innovation at Elecosoft, explains why the industry needs to reconsider its approach and why 4D BIM could be the answer.