AccuCities power urban planning with 3D city models
AccuCities is a London-based specialist 3D city modelling agency. Using manual photogrammetry from aerial imagery, AccuCities captures 3D models of existing as-built environments, from small site models to 3D models of entire cities.
Exploring the Future Homes Standard and UKCW with Andrew Orriss
PBC Today caught up with Andrew Orriss after this year’s UK Construction Week, examining the current and coming impact of the Future Homes Standard.
Build to Rent (BTR) developments: Transforming the UK housing market
The Build to Rent (BTR) sector is rapidly expanding in the UK, introducing innovative solutions to meet the increasing demand for high-quality rental properties, writes Build Warranty.
Lidl seeking contractors for expansion plans
German retailer Lidl is seeking contractors to deliver their expansion plans, hosting a series of meet and greets in Newcastle, Glasgow, Birmingham and Southampton.
Retention of women in engineering remains an issue in the UK
With International Women in Engineering Day on 23 June, data released by Engineering UK shows the proportion of women in engineering roles has declined in the past year from 16.5% to 15.7%.
APS urges UK Government to prioritise development of skilled construction workers
The Association for Project Safety has launched its Micro Manifesto ahead of the UK General Election, identifying developing skilled construction workers as a major priority for the next government.
Parliament should adopt Class A building controls in UK non-domestic buildings,...
In light of the recent Future Buildings Standard consultation, the Building Controls Industry Association (BCIA) is calling on the Parliament to prioritise the implementation of Class A building controls in both new and existing non-domestic buildings throughout the UK.
PAS 2030 and 2035: Everything you need to know
In the realm of energy efficiency and building standards in the UK, PAS 2030 and PAS 2035 are critical. They provide guidelines and requirements for the installation of energy efficiency measures and the retrofit of buildings.
Understand the State of the Construction Industry with Re-flow’s report
As the general election approaches, Re-flow's latest report takes a look back at the state of the construction industry so far.
[VIDEO] Green light for Eden Project Dundee
Dundee City Council has granted planning permission for Eden Project Dundee, to be built on the brownfield site of the former gasworks on East Dock Street.
World’s tallest scissor lift coming to UK
Hire Safe Solutions has partnered with Chinese manufacturer Dingli to build the Dingli 3730HRT- the world's tallest scissor lift at 37 metres.
Building a stronger water sector: The case for standardised Product Data...
As the UK water industry prepares for the Asset Management Period 8 (AMP8) and works towards ambitious net zero targets, it faces a critical challenge: The need for consistent and traceable asset information to improve the value of its data.
Preventing disputes: Conflict avoidance agreements in construction contracts
The intricacies of construction contracts often lead to disputes that can delay projects, escalate costs, and strain professional relationships. One strategy to mitigate these issues is the use of conflict avoidance agreements.
Housing is an important election issue for voters, according to research...
A recent survey of Orbit customers found that 46% said housing was the key election issue- twice that of the national average.
Renewable technologies driven by frameworks
LHC frameworks are set to facilitate the procurement of renewable technologies like solar panels, EV charging points, and heat pumps to reduce environmental impacts.
Brick Development Association and Ceramics UK to merge
The Brick Development Association (BDA) and Ceramics UK (C-UK) have made the decision to merge as a collective trade organisation.
Carbon negative mews highly commended at SBD development awards
A carbon negative mews development in the London Borough of Waltham Forest has been highly commended at this year’s Secured by Design (SBD) ATLAS awards.
Next government urged to commit to infrastructure plan by Northern business...
Over 30 business leaders have written an open letter calling for a revised infrastructure strategy and spending plan from the next Government.
AI in construction embraced in UK despite challenges
More than three-quarters (76%) of senior industry decision-makers at large UK firms have high expectations for the use of AI in construction.
How can invoice financing solve payment delays?
Payment delays are a persisting issue that can disrupt project timelines, strain business relationships, and hinder growth. This is where invoice financing, a form of short-term borrowing designed to expedite cash flow, can be a game-changer.
Lack of green collar construction workers threatens UK decarbonisation
Turner & Townsend have found that a lack of skilled green collar construction workers is seeing in-demand trades command annual salaries of over £134,000.
Reform UK party manifesto pledges to scrap “net zero and related...
Reform UK, led by newly installed leader Nigel Farage, has pledged to abandon net zero targets, fast track planning and change social housing allocation.
Architects transforming the City of London skyline
AccuCities' 3D city models are shaping the evolving skyline of the City of London through innovative skyscraper designs and strategic urban planning.
Councils to be given powers to use compulsory purchase orders for...
Lawrence Turner, director of Boyer, discusses the new powers for councils to use compulsory purchase orders to acquire land for affordable housing and notes that these changes will take effect regardless of the election outcome.
Tilbury Douglas’ £6m defective designs claim against Arup fails
Tunnels designed by Arup were "incapable of implementation", said Tilbury Douglas' in the defective designs claim.
£1.5bn ICN housing framework awarded to over 100 firms
Great Places Housing Group has revealed the successful bidders for its four-year Innovation Chain North Framework.