Tilbury Douglas CEO Paul Gandy chosen as 122nd CIOB vice president
The CEO of Tilbury Douglas, Paul Gandy, will become the new vice president of the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) in 2025.
Renewable energy installations in UK homes reach record highs
The first half of 2023 has seen a boom in renewable energy installations, with more heat pump and solar panels being fitted than any six-month period ,according to MCS data.
Invesis reveal Beatrix Goldstein as new chief operating officer
Invesis has announced that Beatrix Goldstein will be taking on the role of chief operating officer (COO) from 1 January 2024.
Government implements building regulations for separate toilets in new buildings
The Government has announced that it is acting to implement changes to building regulations for separate toilets in all new non-domestic public and private buildings.
High time for change on fire safety sprinkler policy
Ali Perry, chief executive of the British Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association (BAFSA), says it’s high time for change on high-rise and fire safety sprinkler policy.
Futureproof your business with field management software
Adopting digital field management solutions is the way forward for those working in the construction industries. In this article, Re-flow shares the top ten tips for choosing a suitable field management software for your business.
Raising inverted roof performance with encapsulated vacuum insulation panels
Kingspan explores how encapsulated vacuum insulation panels (VIPs) could be the answer to improving your inverted roof's performance.
Eleco plc acquires project portfolio management software provider BestOutcome
The board of Eleco plc is pleased to announce the acquisition of BestOutcome Limited, a leading UK provider of simple, scalable project portfolio management software.
Laing O’Rourke selected as construction partner for Cambridge Cancer Research Hospital...
Cambridge Cancer Research Hospital (CCRH) has chosen Laing O'Rourke as the construction partner for the next design phase of the project.
Simply not enough trained installers for Boiler Upgrade Scheme, according to...
Ofgem figures show a disappointingly low number of applications for the £5000 Boiler Upgrade Scheme subsidy compared to government predictions.
Merit chosen to deliver £25m Elective Hub for University Hospitals Birmingham...
Merit has been chosen by the University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Trust Foundation to deliver an advanced Elective Hub using modern methods of construction (MMC).
Warm weather leads to first rise in construction output in three...
The latest ONS figures on monthly construction output saw the first rise of 1.6% in volume term for three months, from new work and repair and maintenance.
£20bn hospital construction programme to rid hospitals of dangerous RAAC
£20bn will be used to rebuild seven new hospitals in the East of England which are affected by RAAC.
Re-flow 1.6 boosts efficiency with enhanced communication and job creation
Re-flow Field Management, the award-winning field management software providers, continue to unveil the core features of Re-flow 1.6, the system’s latest update.
Fischer introduces new air source water heater, Aquafficient Eco+
Zero-emission electric heating manufacturer Fischer has launched the Aquafficient Eco+, a new air source water heater designed to provide hot water quickly and efficiently.
Morgan Sindall begins to work on state-of-the-art UCLan veterinary school
Morgan Sindall’s North West team began have begun construction on a new Veterinary School for the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan).
New Manchester student accommodation from Alumno gains planning permission
Manchester City Council has granted planning permission for a new student accommodation development on Moss Lane East from Alumno.
HS2 launches training programme for women in construction
HS2 is working alongside Women into Construction (WiC), an independent nonprofit organisation, to help more women in the Midlands to enter the construction industry.
iHelios wins eco-heating innovation award
iHelios Living Reinvented has been recognised for their eco-heating innovation, winning 'Most Pioneering Eco Heating Company 2023 North East England' in the UK Enterprise Awards.
Industry concerned over the impact of CE marking on construction products
Manufacturers have urged the government to consider construction products after the decision to extend the European CE marking system indefinitely.
Sustainable design: How can I evaluate my infrastructure projects for their...
Do your infrastructure projects embed sustainability from the outset? Is it something you have struggled with in the past? What is your approach to sustainable design?
The transformation of housing associations
Housing associations face complex challenges but the solution is simplicity, says Alison Handley, director of strategy, planning and change at L&Q.
Network Rail hit with £1.2M fine following fatal maintenance incident
Network Rail has been fined £1.2m after an incident where a grandfather lost his life while carrying out maintenance duties.
Asta Powerproject update is now released with new modules and online...
Elecosoft has released version 17 of Asta Powerproject, bringing greater collaboration and sharing capabilities.
The “Golden Thread” for construction: What is it and who is...
Adept Contracts, a compliant passive fire protection specialist, is well-prepared for the Golden Thread requirement and the Building Safety Act. Their expertise in Durasteel and cavity barriers ensures enhanced building safety.
Wolverhampton City Council greenlights £1m space for domestic abuse victims
The City of Wolverhampton Council has approved a £1m construction project that aims to provide support and hope to domestic abuse victims.