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Decision of Bank Holiday pay for Queen’s Funeral is down to...

The Construction Industry Joint Council has issued a statement on the question of Bank Holiday pay for the Queen’s funeral, stating that the decision...

GIS digital delivery transforms infrastructure framework

Aecom explains how GIS digital delivery has increased collaboration and reduced costs on Scottish Water projects.

Changing the way construction works with FlowForma process automation

In this article, FlowForma explains how digital transformation can change the way that the construction sector operates, and how more businesses can adopt digital into their workflows with process automation.

British Gypsum technical support team achieves IFE certificate

British Gypsum’s technical support team have achieved an IFE certificate in Passive Fire Protection, gaining specialist knowledge around fire protection and plasterboard systems.

Weatherproofing flooring with CaberDek protective film

West Fraser's CaberDek is perfectly suited to the UK's unpredictable climate, combining the company’s market-leading particleboard flooring with a tough, waterproof and slip-resistant film.

Saint-Gobain secures a major renewable electricity supply agreement in Poland

The 15-year renewable electricity supply agreement will cover around 45% of Saint Gobain Poland’s electricity requirements.

Archicad helps McCarthy Architectural Design bring residential designs to life

Find out how McCarthy Architectural Design used Graphisoft Archicad software to bring its residential designs to life.

Unsafe cladding removal works still incomplete on over 300 high-rise buildings...

A DLUHC data release has disclosed that five years after Grenfell, there are still 300 high-rise buildings with incomplete unsafe cladding removal works.

What is the importance of future proofing construction businesses?

In this article, Chris Fisher, VP of EMEA, LBMH Division at ECI Software Solutions explains to PBC Today the importance of futureproofing construction businesses to survive and prepare for unpredictable events.

The best way to ease the skilled worker shortages? Digital transformation

Technology can ease the skilled worker shortages, empower workers and improve productivity. Donna Laquidara-Carr discusses the latest research from the Dodge Construction Network showing strong growth in digital adoption.

Does the extended Right to Buy Scheme actually help those affected...

Jonathan Rolande, founder of House Buy Fast, shares his opinion that the extended Right to Buy Scheme will do 'absolutely nothing to help those affected by the housing crisis'.

Vectorworks officially launches its 2023 version of BIM and CAD product...

Vectorworks, Inc. has officially launched Vectorworks 2023, which features performance improvements to its BIM and CAD product line.

Timber industry and merchant collaboration is key to West Fraser’s success

In this article, Sanjit Dosanjh, West Fraser’s (Trading as Norbord) National Sales Manager for the UK & Ireland, examines the relationship between merchants and the timber industry.

Fexillon enters US market with partnership with JE Dunn

Fexillon will be entering the US market as part of a new partnership with JE Dunn Construction, with Fexillon supporting the build and roll-out of sites worth $3bn.

Paul Oakley appointed as DCT Business Development Director

Paul Oakley has joined DCT as Business Development Director, supporting their expansion into new international markets.

Unlocking productivity in the AEC industry without increasing capacity

In this article, Nick Nieder, director of project management, Deltek explains to PBC Today about productivity in the AEC industry, and how construction can remain resilient during times of economic disruption.

HS2 Chiltern grassland transformation project celebrates laying first million cubic metres...

The HS2 Chiltern grassland transformation project is using excavated materials from the Chiltern tunnels to create chalk grassland in the surrounding site.

The use of UAS technology on major infrastructure projects

UAS technology provides near limitless potential to capture big data in a safe, efficient, low-carbon and cost-effective way, say Caroline Raynor and Dean Bain of Costain.

Building a better-built environment: Taking a stand for a more sustainable...

It’s time to take a stand for a better-built environment and net zero outcomes, says Martin Hurn, event director of Futurebuild.

Hockley Mills: The digital tools building Birmingham’s major new development

Nick Leach, head of digital construction at Sir Robert McAlpine, and senior digital construction manager Mark Harrison look at the role of digital tools in the development of Hockley Mills in the heart of Birmingham.

UK House Price Index July 2022 shows the highest annual inflation...

The Office for National Statistics’ UK House Price Index for July 2022 has shown average house prices have increased by £39,000 more than this time last year.

4 ways process automation stops construction project overruns

In this article, FlowForma explains four ways in which process automation can help to stop project overruns and keep construction projects on track.

How can net zero in the construction industry be achieved?

Jan-Maurits Loecke, sustainability fellow & associate principal at architecture firm CallisonRTKL (CRTKL), explores how building design, retrofitting and collaboration can promote net zero in the construction industry.

Speakers announced for 5th World Cement Association Global Conference in Dubai

The World Cement Association has announced the speakers for it’s 5th annual Global Conference in Dubai, where the theme is ‘Navigating the Climate Challenge: Reducing Carbon and Reducing Costs’

Four ways to combat tool theft in the construction industry

In this article, Lucinda Thorpe, business development executive at Newgate explains to PBC Today the ways in which tradespeople can protect themselves from construction tool theft.

Cladding indemnity: The case for industry transparency

Across the industry, attention is squarely trained on the re-cladding and renewal of flammable cladding, and with good reason. Yet persistent uncertainty over which party should be held accountable at each phase of the building process confronts subcontractors with lingering professional indemnity (PI) concerns.