Taking stock: How far has UK MMC come?
Kate Saunders, a partner at law firm Trowers & Hamlins, examines the shifting attitudes toward UK MMC (Modern Methods of Construction) and the barriers that remain to its widespread adoption.
Boyer secures planning permission for 235 new homes in Lincolnshire
Boyer has secured planning permission on behalf of Taylor Wimpey East Midlands for the development of 235 new homes in Lincolnshire, Sleaford.
New Unite students accommodation in Manchester announced
New Unite Students accommodation in Manchester announced, following a £64.58 million upgrade across three of its Manchester properties.
Balfour Beatty appoints Jo Gilroy as UK director of sustainability
Balfour Beatty has appointed Jo Gilroy as the new UK director of sustainability, who will be responsible for driving forward Balfour Beatty’s sustainability strategy, as well as reporting the Group’s performance against the bold targets and ambitions set out in its “Building New Futures” sustainability strategy.
CPI appoints independent chair and board of non-executive directors
Construction Product Information Ltd (CPI) has announced the appointment of its first independent chair and board of non-executive directors.
UK office space demand bounces back in 2022, says RICS
The start of 2022, saw an increase in the demand for office space, as new tenants look to rent more UK commercial property, according to the RICS Commercial Property Market Survey, Q1 2022.
GMI Construction Group joins Northern Coalition as part of levelling up...
GMI Construction Group has joined the Northern Coalition on skills as part of its commitment to support the levelling up agenda.
Winning collaborative design team to deliver multi-million-pound Barbican Centre renewal project
A collaborative design team led by architects Allies and Morrison and Asif Khan Studio, has been appointed to deliver a multi-million-pound Barbican Centre renewal project.
Why building control professionals need to prepare NOW for the Building...
The Building Safety Bill is working its way through Parliament with Royal Assent expected sometime in 2022. So, what does this mean for the building control profession and what should every building control surveyor be doing now to prepare? These are the questions that LABC’s chief executive, Lorna Stimpson, has a simple answer for.
The Offsite Show makes its London debut
The Offsite Show makes its London debut when it comes to ExCeL on 3-4 May. Lead show partner Buildoffsite takes a look at what's in store.
Advantage Home Construction Insurance expands into Northern Ireland
With over 40 years of industry experience, structural defects warranty specialist Advantage Home Construction Insurance (AHCI) has expanded into Northern Ireland.
Enterprise Readiness Programme: Developing new ideas to help build better
Innovation will be crucial if the construction industry is to address the challenges it faces and the demands of the future. The Enterprise Readiness Programme has been launched by I-Construct to help small and medium-sized business bring new ideas to the sector.
Amey to help Walsall install energy efficient street lighting
Amey will be working alongside Walsall Council to install a £10m+ conversion programme of energy efficient street lighting.
Lochrin Bain provides Palisade fencing for Farmfoods Mega Shed project
Secured by Design member company Lochrin Bain were appointed manufacturer of choice for the perimeter security requirements on Braithwaite Groups latest Mega Shed project for Farmfoods Ltd.
Tritax Symmetry submits planning for global R&D facility
Tritax Symmetry and Siemens Healthineers have submitted a planning application for a cutting-edge, 56,000 sq m global R&D facility.
Kier Highways Solutions awarded £1.7m surface dressing contract
Kier Highways Solutions has been awarded a £1.7m surface dressing contract with West Sussex County Council.
Re-flow co-founder & MD completes 400-mile charity run for PAPYRUS
Re-flow co-founder & managing director, Michael Saunders, has completed his 400-mile run to raise money for the prevention charity, PAPYRUS.
AG appoints new project manager to head up housing division
AG Project + Building Consultancy (AG) has appointed Catherine Newton as project manager and director to head its housing division.
Roof fire breaks out at Deptford block of flats
The London Fire Brigade were called out to a roof fire at a block of flats on Creek Road in Deptford yesterday (26 April).
Disrupt, challenge and collaborate: Moving forward in the wake of...
Following the Midas collapse, Constructing Excellence South West’s Devon Club gathered senior leaders across the region to discuss its impact on the wider sector.
Turner & Townsend urges clients to secure resilient supply chains amidst...
Turner & Townsend warns businesses to secure resilient supply chains as tender price forecasts point towards a rise of 8.5% in 2022.
School for success: Why rainscreen subframe systems are crucial in the...
The government’s ambitious plans for a 10-year programme of school rebuilding face a major challenge, given the poor thermal performance of old building stock. David Fraser, business unit manager, NVELOPE® of SFS, explains how to get the best from the school building envelope using rainscreen subframe systems.
Elements Europe appointed to £100m London modular hotel and office scheme
Elements Europe, an offsite specialist, has been appointed as the main contractor on a £100m London modular hotel and office development.
Galliford Try appoints Sally Boyle as non-executive director
Galliford Try has appointed Sally Boyle as a non-executive director with effect from 1 May 2022, when she will also become a member of the Audit, Remuneration, and Nomination committees.
SterlingOSB Zero used in chicken shed transformation project to create new...
West Fraser's SterlingOSB Zero panel board is showcased in all its glory in a recent chicken shed transformation project where James Grayley Architects (JGA) reworked the abandoned building into a bright, characterful art gallery.
Pegasus launch new ‘silver renter’ apartments at Fitzjohn’s development
Pegasus has launched a collection of 10 luxury apartments at its Fitzjohn's development, exclusively for people over 60, which has been curated to meet the demand for privately rented accommodation.