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Michael Gove returns to DLUHC

Michael Gove has been reappointed as secretary of levelling up, housing and communities in Rishi Sunak's new cabinet.
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WorldGBC launches new industry guide on Climate Change Resilience in the...

The WorldGBC has launched today (26 October 2022) a new industry guide on ‘Climate Change Resilience in the Built Environment’, which illustrates effective and practical steps which can be taken to adapt and build resilience to the changing climate.
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Making the most of BIM to drive sustainability in construction

Kipp Ivey, senior business development manager, AEC, FARO Technologies explains how 3D laser scanning technology makes the circular construction economy possible.
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Advantage consolidates reputation as a leading provider of structural warranties

Advantage Home Construction Insurance, a leading provider of structural warranties, has announced that they will be opening two new offices to position the company for further growth in 2023.
A long-term projection of the sector released to celebrate a decade of the Montague Review suggests that UK build-to-rent will continue to increase

UK build-to-rent could increase five-fold in the next decade

A long-term projection of the sector released to celebrate a decade of the Montague Review suggests that UK build-to-rent will continue to increase.
0Marion Marsland (pictured, chief executive of the trade association, has praised the Building Safety Act

Building Safety Act will prevent ‘race to the bottom’ says TICA

The Thermal Insulation Contractors Association (TICA) has praised new legislation in the Building Safety Act that will enforce installer and construction competence.
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A new biology­-pharmacy-­chemistry centre of excellence at the Université Paris­-Sud on...

The Université Paris-Sud signed a public-private partnership (PPP) contract with the project group Platon Saclay for the concept, realisation and operation of a future scientific centre of excellence for biology, pharmacy and chemistry.
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ShireSystem prioritises workplace safety with new ‘Permit to Work’ feature

To make workplace safety a priority, companies need to invest in better approaches for analysing health and safety and mitigating risk. In this article, Elecosoft explains how their new ShireSystem Permit to Work feature can help.
SterlingOSB Zero in loft conversion

South London loft conversion specialist uses West Fraser’s SterlingOSB Zero

A Surrey loft conversion specialist is making extensive use of SterlingOSB Zero from panel product manufacturer West Fraser, based on the board’s value, performance and ease of installation.
An uptick in planning approvals and main contract awards as documented in the Glenigan October 2022 Construction review suggest recovery is on the horizon

Glenigan October 2022 Construction review finds improvements on horizon

An uptick in planning approvals and main contract awards as documented in the Glenigan October 2022 Construction review suggest recovery is on the horizon.
Close up of businessman holding digital construction model in palm to represent Q3 2022 operating results

Bentley Systems to announce Q3 2022 operating results

Infrastructure engineering company Bentley Systems has announced the date for the release of its Q3 2022 operating results, and its presentations at upcoming investor conferences.
A new health and wellbeing centre in Newport worth £27.5m will be delivered by Kier for the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board

New £27.5m Newport health and wellbeing centre to be delivered by...

A new health and wellbeing centre in Newport worth £27.5m will be delivered by Kier for the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
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JCT Povey Lecture to discuss the building safety act and guidence...

Gary Neal, Skanska UK, will give the JCT Povey Lecture webinar 2022, with a presentation entitled, “Building Safety Act – Practical Steps for Compliance in Construction” on Thursday, 10th November 2022.
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[Video] Glanville Environmental streamlines administrative processes with Re-flow

Glanville Environmental showcases how Re-flow has streamlined its administrative processes through instant communication, centralised information and real-time data collection.
World’s first tunnel built by robots unveiled by hyperTunnel

World’s first tunnel built by robots unveiled by hyperTunnel

A new automated construction method showing a tunnel built entirely by robots has debuted at hyperTunnel’s R&D facility.
Galliford Try’s Asset Intelligence business has secured a spot on DEFRA’s £600m science estate engineering framework

Galliford Try secures position on DEFRA £600m science estate engineering framework

Galliford Try’s Asset Intelligence business has secured a spot on DEFRA’s £600m science estate engineering framework.

[VIDEO] What to do if a Structural Warranty provider cancels cover...

In this video, Advantage explains how to manage a situation where a structural warranty provider cancels cover or refuses to issue final certificates, reasons why this might be, and how Advantage can help.
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Superior data-driven working with cloud technology

Cloud collaboration has become more than just a ‘nice to have’ feature – these days, it is a necessity. Here’s how ALLPLAN has incorporated cloud technology into Allplan to help AEC companies deliver their projects more successfully.
ice rink to event space with SterlingOSB Zero

From ice rink to event space with SterlingOSB Zero

When Gordon Barron, CEO of Inverness Ice Centre Ltd, was looking for a temporary cover for the ice rink, he sought the advice of Inverness-based wood-panel manufacturer West Fraser (trading as Norbord), who recommended SterlingOSB Zero.
FlowForma Process Automation app for Microsoft Teams

Boost collaboration with the FlowForma Process Automation app for Microsoft Teams

Find out how the FlowForma Process Automation app for Microsoft Teams can empower collaboration across your business.
Rishi Sunak will become Prime Minister after former PM Boris Johnson and Penny Mordaunt dropped out of the latest Tory leadership contest

Rishi Sunak to be Prime Minister: construction industry reacts

Rishi Sunak will become Prime Minister after former PM Boris Johnson and Penny Mordaunt dropped out of the latest Tory leadership contest.
Top Business Issues For Specialty Contractors report

Dodge construction releases 2022 Top Business Issues for Specialty Contractors Report

In partnership with Procore Technologies, Dodge Construction has released the results of its 2022 Top Business Issues for Specialty Contractors Report, which highlights key issues impacting speciality contractors, including workforce management, technology and profitability.
A new full-fibre network in Sunderland will be rolled out by United Living, improving internet services and using local contractors to boost the city’s economy

United Living secures £30m contract to deliver full-fibre network in Sunderland

A new full-fibre network in Sunderland will be rolled out by United Living, improving internet services and using local contractors to boost the city’s economy.
New Zealand's rail network

Scaling up collaboration to support the delivery of New Zealand’s rail...

How a visual cross-discipline collaboration software is enabling efficient delivery of New Zealand's rail network upgrade projects.
miniature construction equipment on top of calculator used for self build construction blue print plans

Building your dream home: Do you need a self-build structural warranty?

Thinking of renovating an existing property, having a new extension or building your dream home? ABC+ Warranty provides the perfect self-build structural warranty.
Flood Protection products

StormMeister® Flood Protection products: Development and testing

StormMeister® Flood Protection products were created in 2010 when director, Malcom Snape, was working in the tropical rainforests of West Africa – it is here that he came up with the idea of utilising the hydrodynamic power of floodwater to create a flood seal.