December construction output remains flat as industry holds off recession
The latest December construction output has shown that growth remained flat in December 2022 due to an increase in new work offset by a decrease in repair and maintenance.
Why should developers consider Modern Methods of Construction?
Is Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) just a hot trend or a Government encouraged initiative? In this article we consider the associated benefits of MMC.
Getting electric vehicle transition strategies right in blue light services
Julie Mortimer, director at Pick Everard, examines the problems around EV transition ahead of the 2030 ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel vehicles.
Global HSE adopts PlanRadar to improve fire safety reporting
Digital construction and FM platform PlanRadar has been adopted by Global HSE Solutions to improve fire safety reporting efficiency to Tier 1 contractors.
How BERN 131 uses sustainable architecture to produce more energy than...
Designed by Atelier 5 Architects and Planners using Vectorworks' design and building information modelling (BIM) software, BERN 131's sustainable architecture aims to produce more energy than it uses.
M-AR offsite joins new Make UK Modular trade body
M-AR has become a member of the UK’s new modular housing trade body, Make UK Modular, as part of its mission to drive MMC into the mainstream.
‘World’s first’ zero-emissions cement industrial trial launches in the UK
Cement 2 Zero, the 'world's first' zero-emissions cement industrial trial, has launched in the UK and has conducted the first in a series of pilot-scale melts.
Second Secured Environments award won by the Aon Centre
Aon plc's global headquarters, the Aon Centre in the Leadenhall Building in London, have achieved their second Secured Environments award.
Using smart technology to repurpose legacy drainage assets in the battle...
One of the most significant impacts of climate change will be increased incidents of flooding. To reduce the impact of flooding on people and the environment, we need to repurpose our legacy drainage assets, says Brian M Back, co-founder and CTO of Radio Data Networks Limited.
How does 360° video work on a construction site?
If you’ve ever wondered how a 360° video shoot is carried out on a construction site, this article explores how Dreamscope TV has designed a real-world motion experience to change the way construction projects work.
Labour shortage and inflation slowing build-to-rent growth
Analysis from the BPF indicates inflation is responsible for the slowing of build-to-rent growth in the end of the fourth quarter in 2022.
Digital Transformation to Accelerate Construction Growth in 2023 – Part One
The construction and infrastructure sector has undergone a significant transformation recently, with the COVID-19 pandemic accelerating the pace of digitalisation in the industry.
Never come unstuck with West Fraser and CaberFix
The CaberFix range, which can be used with many of West Fraser’s panel products, comprises three glue types and two choices of adhesive tape; having been developed for a wide variety of applications and performance requirements.
Puma Property Finance and UCL launch partnership to research sustainable construction...
Puma Property Finance is sponsoring the launch of UCL's new sustainable construction solutions research centre, the Centre of Sustainable Governance and Law in the Built Environment.
School developments in West Sussex County Council and West Lothian underway
School developments are underway as Willmott Dixon and Deanestor have been appointed to deliver Passivhaus building contracts and fit-out contracts in West Sussex and West Lothian.
A week in the life of an apprentice building control surveyor...
In this blog from Jess, an apprentice building control surveyor, read about the balance of learning and onsite experience available with Premier Guarantee.
Kevin Harris appointed as new interim CEO of CESW
Kevin Harris, long-standing member of Constructing Excellence South West (CESW), has been appointed as interim CEO whilst the organisation embarks on a new chapter.
Demolishing the stigma around mental health in construction
Construction has come a long way in addressing mental health in construction, yet suicide figures remain a stark reminder that there is much more to do. James Garbett, Mates in Mind, discusses how we can continue to break down the stigma.
The top four benefits of using IconSystem
IconSystem is a cloud-based collaborative software for recording, specifying, designing, and managing building data, providing your teams with an intelligent Common Data Environment to enable dynamic sharing of all building specifications and standards.
UK house prices stabilise in January, according to latest Halifax HPI
The January Halifax House Price Index showed that house prices began to stabilise in January, as cost of living and higher interest rates leads to a slower housing market.
Why the UK needs a national “war effort” mobilisation to tackle...
The House of Commons Environmental Audit Committee has called for a national "war effort" mobilisation to tackle the energy and sustainability crisis facing the UK and move away from fossil fuels. Chairman the Rt Hon Philip Dunne MP explains that the clock is ticking.
Scottish construction industry still struggling with late payments and cashflow issues
A survey by the Construction Industry Collective Voice (CICV) has found that the Scottish construction industry is still blighted by serious payment and cashflow issues.
National Apprenticeship Week 2023: GMI launches ambassador programme and Merit expands...
As National Apprenticeship Week 2023 takes place, GMI has appointed four apprentices to visit Leeds schools and Merit will expand their Northeast programme to accommodate 7,900 more workers.
Government restructure creates new Department for Energy Security and Net Zero
Prime minister Rishi Sunak has debuted four new government departments as part of his Cabinet mini-shuffle, including a Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.
Wates project manager wins Site Manager of the Year at LABC...
Glyn Williams, project manager at Wates, has been crowned Site Manager of the Year at the annual LABC Excellence Awards in London.
MMC: The missing puzzle piece for retrofitting the UK’s homes?
With an ambitious, UK-wide goal to reach net zero by 2050, the UK needs to make sure its domestic buildings are up to scratch. But something crucial is still missing: a scalable solution that can be adopted at speed. MMC could provide the answer, says Sam Hart of Built Environment – Smarter Transformation.