Recycled plastic lumber: A more sustainable alternative to timber
In this article, Jonathon Pearce, head of sales, Centriforce, explores the benefits of recycled plastic lumber, and how the material is emerging as an alternative to timber construction.
Kier full year results sees profit margin rise to 3.9%
Kier's full year results showed a considerable round of profits, with revenue increasing to £3.41bn.
Balfour Beatty secures funding for hydrogen fuel retrofit project
Balfour Beatty has secured over £240,000 of funding from the Scottish Government's Emerging Energies Technology Fund for their new hydrogen fuel retrofit project.
How can scalable field management software power success?
Field management software aims to exceed the limitations of other tools like legacy-based systems and paper, helping businesses unleash their true potential and meet their ambitions.
Reaching net zero targets with tech and carbon reporting
Matthew Jones, founder of Open ECX, explores why carbon reporting and digital systems will be key to driving a net zero future.
Nutrient neutrality reform blocked by House of Lords
The House of Lords voted down the Government's planned nutrient neutrality reform, after a strong response from environmental groups criticised the plans.
Vectorworks 2024 product line launches with a suite of new updates
The 2024 release includes Vectorworks Architect, Landmark, Spotlight, Design Suite, Fundamentals, ConnectCAD, Braceworks and Vision.
Betonmast saves €1m in sustainable construction project with Imerso
Office spaces have come a long way since the traditional cubicle-style offices of the past. The current focus has shifted towards functional spaces that foster creativity, collaboration, and innovation.
Duncan Kirkwood joins PermaGroup as managing director
PermaGroup has marked the next stage of their expansion with the appointment of a new managing director in Duncan Kirkwood.
Construction technology trends: paving the way for the future of the...
In this article, Build Warranty delves into the construction technology trends that are poised to redefine the UK housing market and explores their potential implications.
How can early engagement deliver more sustainable building envelopes?
Hitesh Pattni, Northern Specification Manager at SFS, discusses how engaging product manufacturers in technical design advice during early work stages means project-specific solutions can be aligned with sustainable outcomes.
Counting King teams up with CDI to boost innovation in the...
Counting King, a leading expert in tax relief and business funding consultancy, has announced a new partnership with CDI, a programme initiated by Innovate UK.
How to make the most of digital technology and scale up...
As hybrid working is here to stay, businesses must take advantage of the latest digital technology to maximise coordination and collaboration opportunities.
Building safety takes centre stage at UKCW Birmingham
With the current RAAC (reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete) schools crisis dominating headlines, the issue of building safety is once again a major talking point - and a key focus for next month’s UKCW Birmingham.
Construction output slips after two months of growth
New construction output figures published by the ONS today (13 September) show a decline for July 2023 following two months of growth.
FSi launches new Silverliner OSCB-5 that offers 90 minutes of fire...
Silverliner Open State Cavity Barrier 5 (OSCB-5) can stop a fire from spreading for 90 minutes, answering the market need for a mid-range passive fire protection cavity barrier solution.
SNC-Lavalin Group Inc. rebrands as AtkinsRéalis
The project management firm SNC-Lavalin Group Inc. is rebranding to AtkinsRéalis, in order to unite its various brands worldwide.
Belfast suffers highest tool theft rate in the UK
Nearly one in 10 tradespeople across the UK have become victims of tool theft, with Belfast having the highest rate at 14.6%- or one in six.
Is a human-centric approach key to unlocking the full potential of...
Digital construction success relies as much on people as on technology, says Nathan Marsh, chief digital officer at Turner & Townsend.
Health and safety technology: Why human interaction is critical to success
Technology in construction holds many benefits, and health and safety technology is no different. However, human interaction, judgement and, crucially, leadership will be critical to success, says Phil Jones of William Martin.
September heatwave sees rise in enquiries for ‘cooling’ Actis insulation
The September heatwave has seen a rise in enquiries for Actis insulation products as architects and specifiers look for ways in which to keep homes cool amidst rising global temperatures and increasing bouts of sustained hot weather.
LHC invites contractors to shape eco-friendly N9 framework
LHC Procurement Group (LHC) is seeking contractors to take part in an initiative to improve energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions in the UK’s public sector buildings and social housing.
BAM launches £25M restoration of Blackburn College’s iconic Victoria Building
BAM has begun work on the restoration of the historic Victoria Building at Blackburn College, which has been standing for 135 years.
Mace to replace Buckingham on Birmingham City Stadium works
After Buckingham went into administration in August, several stadium developments such as the Birmingham City Stadium works were left seeking a new contractor.
Celebrating one year of nima’s journey in the built environment
nima – formerly the UK BIM Alliance – is leading efforts to embed more data-driven ways of working to deliver tomorrow’s built environment, says Paul Wilkinson.
Shifting the industry: Data-driven design for the communities of tomorrow
In the midst of the hottest global summer on record, the need to address climate change has never been more in focus. However, understanding a need is not the same as acting on – and delivering – change. Every industry is having to rethink how they operate from the ground up, and ours is no different, says Claudia Tschunko of Arup.