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Achieving net zero with field management software

The Prime Minister’s recent announcement about ‘shifting the goal posts’ on the Net Zero targets for 2050 has left many questions and uncertainty surrounding the policy.

UK homeowners eager to embrace solar energy

A survey from City Plumbing has shed light on the market potential for solar energy and heat pump installations.

Is co-living the answer to the UK’s housing crisis?

A report by the British Property Federation (BPF) has investigated the increasing popularity of co-living.

Mace joins the NDA’s nuclear clean-up team

The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) has chosen Mace to assist in clean-up efforts at 17 locations throughout the UK.

BAM wins £150m Darlington Station project

BAM has been chosen to oversee the £150m redevelopment of Darlington Station over the next two years.

How the Net Zero Action Plan is equipping the construction industry...

Following the launch of the Construction Industry Training Board’s updated Net Zero Action Plan, chief executive Tim Balcon examines the work being done to equip the UK with the skills for a sustainable future.

Improving BIM data management in the cloud

Clear structures are crucial to realising the full potential of BIM data management, says Matthew Smith, BSc (Hons)/MCIAT, AEC technical manager and BIM adoption specialist at Graitec.

Avoiding non-compliant PPE with the British Safety Industry Federation

With high volumes of substandard or non-compliant PPE and safety equipment on the market, British Safety Industry Federation (BSIF) CEO Alan Murray explains how specifiers and users can ensure their products are fit for purpose.

Digital transformation and the future of the construction industry with Verifi3D

Construction is going through a digital transformation, and there is a rising demand for better model coordination between stakeholders and more emphasis on digital tools and global standards.

Ardmore wins £154m contract for Hackney’s Britannia project

Hackney Council has chosen Ardmore to oversee the final phase of the Britannia project, a residential-focused redevelopment in Shoreditch Park.

Understanding silent discrimination in the construction industry

Over 700 construction workers die by suicide each year, equivalent to two every working day, with silent discrimination being a significant factor.

World Mental Health Day: protecting mental health onsite

On World Mental Health Day, Karen Brookes talks about health stigma, tailored policies, support networks, and empathy in the construction sector.

Skanska awarded £158m data centre project

Skanska will build a £158m data centre for global data provider Telehouse in the Docklands area of London.

Coordinate your field and office teams with OpenSpace Capture

New advancements in OpenSpace Capture's 360° Reality Capture and AI make getting your field and VDC teams on the same page has never been easier.

BIM quality: A cornerstone of digital construction success

The adoption of Building Information Modelling is ever-increasing. Does that solve all problems in the construction industry? Using BIM alone actually doesn’t. It needs to be done right, says Ville Kyytsönen, CEO of Solibri, part of the Nemetschek Group.

Researchers make breakthrough discovery on bamboo-safe screws

Researchers from the University of Bristol have discovered a way to use bamboo-safe without damaging the material, opening new doors for MMC.

Understanding the role of digitalisation in global infrastructure

Global infrastructure is increasingly going digital, but progress needs to be faster and more comprehensive to fully benefit projects and improve performance.

Morgan Sindall delivers £20.7m National Highways depot project

Morgan Sindall has installed new depots that will bring together National Highways staff, traffic officers, contractors, and key partners.

£60m of funding given to redevelop brownfield sites

Over 6,000 new homes will be built on previously unused brownfield sites with the help of new funding provided to local councils.

English housing is worst in Europe, report finds

England has the lowest number of houses available in the developed world, and the highest rate of inadequate housing in Europe at 15%.

54% of construction project managers are now fully remote

A recent survey from the Association for Project Management (APM) has found that the construction industry has the highest percentage of project managers working fully remotely among all sectors.

London’s most extreme urban heat island 4.5°C hotter than rural areas,...

Arup compared extreme urban heat islands in six major cities, finding that a quarter of a million vulnerable Londoners live in the "hot spots".

Hebridean housebuilder uses SterlingOSB Zero for sustainability

A Hebrides construction company employs West Fraser's SterlingOSB Zero for sustainable modular timber buildings with excellent thermal performance.

Actis’ Part L CPD webinar is a hit with building professionals...

Yorkshire builders, specifiers, building control officers and architects will be the latest to benefit from Actis' Part L CPD webinar.

The importance of proper storage for small tools and equipment

Secure storage for small tools, like the Tool Pod, improves construction site safety and prevents theft.

National Timber Systems secures key frameworks with Vistry Group

National Timber Systems, has been selected to join two frameworks for the homebuilder, Vistry Group.