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A new partnership will combine BCIS data sets into NBS's specification library, enabling users to deliver net zero in their designs

NBS and BCIS team up to tackle net zero with new...

A new partnership will combine BCIS data sets into NBS's specification library, offering users greater insight into delivering net zero in their designs.
SterlingOSB Zero

Highlands housebuilder on the benefits of SterlingOSB Zero

After four decades in the industry and 30 years of running his own joinery business in the North of Scotland, Kevin Rodgers has seen the panel board product market evolve both in application and performance; and has developed a particular liking for the OSB which is manufactured close to him.
Barry O'Hagan

Tilbury Douglas announces appointment of Barry O’Hagan as regional director for...

Tilbury Douglas has announced the promotion of Barry O'Hagan to the position of regional director for Scotland.
In their largest construction strike ballot to date, Unite will ask 3,000 NAECI members if they want to take action over next year's wages

Unite Construction strike ballot to consult NAECI workers this week

In their largest construction strike ballot to date, Unite will ask 3,000 NAECI members if they want to take action over the dispute on next year's wages.
Flood alleviation

BAM delivers £6.5m low-carbon flood alleviation project in Hexham

A £6.5m low-carbon flood mitigation project in Northumberland has been completed by BAM as part of the Hexham Flood Alleviation Scheme.

Re-flow Field Management Review by Safer Roadworks

Safer Roadworks in North Yorkshire has rapidly grown since its establishment in 2021, providing professional services, including traffic management and utilities. Learn how they enhanced efficiency and sustainability with Re-flow, a comprehensive field management solution.
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Newforma Konekt: From chaos to clarity – uniting people, information, and...

Experience smooth, productive and more collaborative information management with Newforma Konekt, specifically designed for AECO professionals.

There’s still time to secure your ticket for ASFP’s Building Safety...

Discussing: An Update of the Building Safety Act, the latest seminar from ASFP, will cover competency, building safety and digital data.
A group of tower blocks in Maryhill, Glasgow during spring, representing better building information management

Zutec building information management white paper shows benefits of digitalisation

Better managed building information leads to safer homes and resident satisfaction rising by 22%, Zutec and Createmaster have found.
An aerial still of the HS2 Euston Station - HS2 Euston

HS2 Euston redevelopment hits important milestone

An integral piece of infrastructure for the London Underground has been finished as part of the HS2 Euston redevelopment.
Vectorworks Design Day UK 2023 graphic

Secure your spot now for Vectorworks Design Day UK 2023

Vectorworks Design Day UK 2023 is fast approaching, where you can connect in-person with design software industry leaders and experts.
How can construction software help to beat economic uncertainty?

How can construction software help to beat economic uncertainty?

As the cost-of-living crisis and volatile interest rates continue to take their toll on the construction industry, Bluebeam explores how construction software can help SMEs amidst economic uncertainty.
Kenilworth School

Morgan Sindall delivers new £44m site for Kenilworth School

Morgan Sindall has completed construction on a brand-new site for Kenilworth School and Sixth Form in the West Midlands.
Construction site, building and trees, crane, blue sky, representing the biodiversity net gain deadline

Over a half of planners will struggle to meet Biodiversity Net...

The RTPI has found that 61% of planners cannot confirm they will have resources in place to meet the November Biodiversity Net Gain deadline.
Barhale’s £16.8M water trunk main upgrade works on behalf of Thames Water will pass below the Piccadilly Line at Arnos Park.

Barhale secures £16.8m North London water pipeline contract

Thames Water have awarded a North London water trunk main contract to Barhale, as part of the AMP7 Conditional Allowance Trunk Main Schemes.
safety training

Should safety training be a requirement for directors, managers and supervisors?

Promotion is a natural progression through a company, but what does it mean for safety training?
T-level construction students

T-level construction students are the future of the industry, says Actis

The first tranche of successful T-level construction students whose results were released in the last few days, is in the vanguard of helping transform an industry struggling to find skilled tradespeople.
door entry systems

Videx Security renews membership with Secured by Design

Leading access control and door entry system manufacturer in the UK, Videx Security, is one of the latest companies to renew their membership with Secured by Design (SBD).
Re-flow outlines the differences between productivity and efficiency and how field management software helps you find the right balance

Efficiency vs productivity and striking the right balance in business

In this article, Re-flow outlines the differences between productivity and efficiency and how field management software can help you maximise both in your business.
Upward view from street level of a tall modern office building exterior. Against a blue sky. Adjustable external slats to control incoming natural sunlight for internal light and temperature control.

Overcoming obstacles in retrofitting the UK’s commercial buildings

Matt Richards, built environment expert and partner at Ridge and Partners, discusses the obstacles construction professionals face when retrofitting the UK's commercial buildings to reduce emissions and what can be done to prevent stalling the race to net zero.
Worker safety

SFS Fall Protection Network to raise the bar on worker safety

Despite the huge progress which has been made in health and safety standards and practice across the UK construction industry over recent decades, falls from height continue to pose the biggest risk in terms of injury or worse.
SterlingOSB Zero - timber framed buidling

Taylor Lane Timber Frame finds multiple applications for SterlingOSB Zero

Taylor Lane Timber is making full use of the performance and economic benefits of West Fraser’s SterlingOSB Zero boards.
House under construction in the UK - UK construction

August construction PMIs show marginal increase in overall output

The PMI score for August was 50.8, down from 51.7 in July, showing a marginal increase in overall output, according to August construction PMIs.
Close-up Portrait of Software Engineer Working on Computer, Line of Code Reflecting in Glasses. Developer Working on Innovative e-Commerce Application using Machine Learning, AI Algorithm, Big Data

How can generative AI transform the engineering industry?

In this article, PBC Today delves into the potentials and pitfalls associated with generative AI implementation in engineering and how construction professionals can maximise its potential whilst mitigating risks.
The light steel framing solutions company, Fusion Steel Framing, has hired housebuilder The Hill Group to work on the redevelopment of the Kew Bridge Rise project in West London

Fusion Steel Framing and The Hill Group join forces for Kew...

The light steel framing solutions company, Fusion Steel Framing, has hired housebuilder The Hill Group to work on the redevelopment of the Kew Bridge Rise project in West London.
High angle view of young African construction site foreman and mature Caucasian project manager wearing reflective vests and hardhats and shaking hands, representing the CLC RAAC expert panel

CLC to form expert panel on RAAC, offers support to government

The Construction Leadership Council (CLC) will unite a panel of technical and industry experts in response to the RAAC crisis.