SymTerra: Taking the ‘paper’ and ‘work’ out of construction paperwork
Technology and construction – it should be a match made in heaven. Tech has the power to replace time-consuming and soul-destroying paperwork, record keeping and form filling with digital systems. The dream is that it can make construction faster, more efficient AND enjoyable.
How data-led solutions are helping to ease UK’s energy crisis
Data-led solutions should be seen as a vital asset in the battle against rising living costs and the energy crisis, says Brian Hills, CEO of The Data Lab.
The rise of bad debt in construction
Carol Massay, head of construction at the Access Construction group, advises practical measures that can be taken to avoid bad debt in construction.
Over half of UK adults would consider the energy efficiency of...
Over half of consumers consider the environmental impact and energy efficiency of a property before renting or buying, British Land has found.
Re-flow announced as final sponsors of Highways Heroes awards
Re-flow, the company behind the award-winning field management system for highways, as well as a long-term member of Safer Highways have been announced as the final sponsor for this year's Highways Heroes awards.
Building Safety Levy contribution could halt construction if not paid, Government...
The government has set out Building Safety Levy proposals on how developers would pay to fix unsafe buildings and the penalties for not doing so.
Building Safety Act 2022: Prosecution for defective high rise cladded buildings...
The new Building Safety Act 2022 (BSA) came into force on 28th June 2022, it is aimed at liability for defects in “dwellings” and in the context of making buildings safe.
Breaking down communication barriers in the AEC industry with openBIM
A successful project can't exist without effective collaboration. Interoperability, exchange and sharing of information at different stages of the building's lifecycle reaches the highest levels when adopting openBIM methodologies and cloud technology.
£27m Sands Centre redevelopment celebrates opening
The Sands Centre redevelopment recently celebrated the completion of an expansion to the leisure centre in Carlisle, which added 40,000sqft to the existing building.
Cutting carbon in concrete to be trialled across Scottish Water sites
Scottish Water is considering the use of new production technologies that are cutting carbon from concrete across their sites, significantly reducing emissions.
Building a Low Carbon Pathfinder school
BIM and MMC have been crucial in the construction of a pioneering Low Carbon Pathfinder school in Surrey.
Actis backs National Housing Federation call for early release of social...
Actis insulation specialists are backing a call for billions of promised government funds to be released ahead of the planned deadline to help ease the financial burden of soaring energy bills on tenants living in social housing.
HS2 Euston feedback: Community invited to give thoughts on station designs
The local community has been invited to a series of HS2 Euston feedback events on the design of the new station, starting on Wednesday 30 November 2022.
How real-time visualisation boosted Semba Corporation’s BIM workflow
Top architecture firms are looking to provide immersive 3D experiences for both clients and designers. Real-time visualisation empowers people to easily communicate design ideas, design and visualise simultaneously, and simplify the BIM workflow.
Galliford Try acquires Ham Baker to boost water sector offerings
Galliford Try has boosted its Environment business through the acquisition of Ham Baker's asset inspection, maintenance and screens and distributor operations.
Brownfield Land Release Fund allocates £35m to regenerate derelict land
£35m has been allocated from the Brownfield Land Release Fund towards transforming unused sites into new homes, forming the first phase of a two-year £180m rollout.
buildingSMART appoints Clive Billiald as chief executive officer
buildingSMART International has appointed Clive Billiald as its chief executive officer, effective January 3, 2023.
[Video] Queen’s Wharf: The integrated resort development that captures the heart...
A new integrated resort development is being constructed that will put Brisbane on the map as a tourism, leisure and entertainment destination.
Company and director sentenced after fatal skylight fall killed dad-of-two
Father-of-two Jonathan May, 39, was working on a damaged warehouse roof in Barnsley when he suffered a fatal fall through a skylight.
Field management software that puts you in control and your team...
Re-flow field management software empowers businesses in construction, civil engineering and rail to keep their workforce focused, up-to-date and compliant with instant, seamless and paperless information exchange across all teams.
Dr Janet Young announced as new Institution of Civil Engineers director...
The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) is delighted to announce that Dr Janet Young will assume the role of director general and secretary in the new year.
Elephant and Castle shopping centre redevelopment awards structural monitoring contract
SOCOTEC has secured the structural monitoring contract for the Elephant and Castle shopping centre redevelopment, which will create 979 homes.
New HS2 Operator Skills Hub to fast track local people into...
The Operator Skills Hub, a new Bucks and Northants training centre will prepare local people for HS2 jobs within a fortnight
Vectorworks wins 2022 Design Product of the Year Award
Vectorworks has won the 2022 Architectural Design Product of the Year Award at this year’s Construction Computing Awards.
Bentley Systems announces Bentley Infrastructure Cloud
Bentley Systems has announced the release of Bentley Infrastructure Cloud at the 2022 Year in Infrastructure Conference, which will enable the operation of better infrastructure through complete and evergreen digital twins.
What the NHQB’s Code of Practice covers for new builds
Build Warranty® Group attended Parliament, Tuesday, 1st November, for the launch of the NHQB's Code of Practice, a not-for-profit organisation solely funded by house developers’ registration fees which are charged annually and calculated according to developers’ size and company turnover.