Lower Otter Restoration Project: How nature-based solutions can help us adapt...
With the world increasingly looking for ways to tackle the challenges brought about by climate change, the need for nature-based solutions to help improve our environment is more apparent than ever, explains PACCo, founders of the Lower Otter Restoration Project.
How modern methods of construction can improve sector efficiency
New modern methods of construction see the industry choosing faster, automated ways to build through using off-site construction techniques and mass production to improve efficiency in construction, explains Parm Bhangal of Bhangals Construction Consultants.
World’s longest box slide delivered by Balfour Beatty VINCI for HS2...
Balfour Beatty VINCI has delivered the world’s longest box slide to move HS2's 12,600 tonne bridge into place over the M42 in Warwickshire, significantly cutting disruption to road users.
London building firm fined £66k after worker fell through collapsed floor
A Lusson Ltd worker fell through a collapsed floor, suffering a broken wrist and open fracture to his left leg, after it was overloaded with heavy pallets.
Former Construction Equipment Association chief Rob Oliver awarded MBE
Rob Oliver, who retired as the Chief Executive of the CEA (Construction Equipment Association) in 2021, has been awarded an MBE in the King’s first New Year’s honours list.
An aggregate approach to decarbonisation in construction
James de La Salle, Partner at CIL, argues that there is no one answer to decarbonisation across the European housing sector, and a blended approach of measures is required to achieve decarbonisation in construction.
Illegal gas fitters may be operating in Hampshire, HSE warns
Health and safety inspectors believe illegal gas fitters are operating in Hampshire, after investigating multiple reports of unsafe gas work.
2023 predictions: what lies ahead for the construction industry?
2022 has seen three prime ministers, one infamous mini-budget, the war in Ukraine, unprecedented measures taken by the Bank of England and rocketing inflation. What are the industry predictions for 2023?
Transforming construction through wireless connectivity
With the global construction sector estimated to reach an annual output of £13tn by 2030, Mick Goulding, commercial director at Cellnex UK, explores how wireless connectivity can shape the industry’s future, with 5G private networks, Open RAN and IoT playing a key role in boosting productivity and meeting increasing demand.
How BIM and digital twin technology can reduce the carbon footprint...
With the race to net zero hotting up and building design and management ever more focused on ESG-related issues, BIM and digital twin technology used together can help the industry steal a march on more sustainably designed and operated buildings, explains Devan Mistry, associate director at McBains.
HS2 graduate jobs programme opens for 2023
Forty graduate jobs are available on a two-year placement programme at HS2, which is now open for applicants.
Using a digital twin for large construction projects
Using a digital twin for large construction projects, such as the Glasblokkene Trinn 2 in Norway, maximises collaboration and efficiency.
Constructing the foundations of a data governance programme
In this article, Lee Biggenden, Co-Founder & COO of Nephos Technologies explores how the AEC industry can harness and analyse insight on data resources using a data governance programme.
What we need to know about new legislation from the Building...
When we consider building safety and the Golden Thread, we asked BIM Academy’s managing director Dr Graham Kelly and Ryder Architecture’s safety director Allan Binns how we turn the ambitious requirements of the revised Building Safety Act into a reality for the built environment by October 2023?.
Repairs, voids and planned works contract worth £75m awarded to Kier...
Kier Places has been awarded a £75m repairs, voids and planned works contract by RHP Group, covering properties across four London boroughs.
Moving and handling materials in construction
HSE has carried out over 1,000 inspections in six weeks, to check how workers were handling materials in construction projects.
Huw Jones to replace retiring BAM Nuttall executive director
The Executive Board of Royal BAM Group NV has announced that Ian Parish, BAM Nuttall executive director, has decided to retire from the business on 31 December 2022.
Retrofitting UK homes could cost £156bn to reach future regulations
Analysis by Outra has shown that over 19m homes in the UK have an EPC rating of D or lower and that retrofitting UK homes could cost up to £156bn.
A summary of changes to the British Standard 8102:2022
In this article, Michael Jones, National Waterproofing Manager at Peter Cox, shares a summary of the changes made to British Standard 8102:2022.
The importance of inclusive design in the built environment
It is estimated that up to 40%* of the population have sensory or cognitive impairment associated with ageing, neurodegenerative diseases, mental health conditions, neurodevelopment, stroke, traumatic brain injury and tumours. In this article Fiona Walsh, Principal Architect, DDS and Atlantic Fellow for Equity in Brain Health, Global Brain Health Institute explains the importance of inclusive design in buildings.
Henry Boot Construction completes SEN learning centre in Leeds
Henry Boot Construction celebrates completing work on a new SEN learning centre in Leeds, creating facilities and places for 120 more pupils.
Build Warranty and Oasis Group establish partnership to deliver new green...
Build Warranty Technical Services are set to begin works on the Oasis group's speculative new 108,973 square foot green warehouse at DP World London Gateway’s port-centric Logistics Park. Our structural engineering team will start from early 2023 and scheduled to be completed by October next year.
JCT launches new fluctuations information hub and training resource
JCT has launched a new fluctuations information hub for contract users, covering the options available within JCT contracts.
RECONMATIC to explore solutions to waste management in the built environment
Morgan Sindall Construction, BIMBox, University of Salford, University of Manchester and Arcas & Callisto Consulting will be part of a research project on waste management in the built environment.
STEM Returners launch new partnership with Balfour Beatty VINCI
STEM Returners and Balfour Beatty VINCI (BBV) has launched a new partnership to help STEM professionals return to work after a career break.
New £135m public sector framework to support public sector organisations in...
LHC has announced a new £135m public sector framework to support public sector organisations in asset management, which is now open for consultancies to register interest and attend webinars to find out more. Applications will be open later in January 2023.