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Nemetschek reaches ‘record high’ business growth in Q2 2022

Construction software solutions provider The Nemetschek Group has continued strong business growth in revenue and profitability in Q2 2022, with 'record high' recurring revenues.

Capita sells real estate and infrastructure consultancy businesses to WSP

Capita has agreed to sell two real estate and infrastructure consultancy businesses to WSP for £60m, on a cash-free, debt-free basis.

New partnership to deliver affordable zero-carbon housing in Hastings

Modular housebuilder ilke Homes has partnered with Orbit Homes to deliver affordable zero-carbon housing in Hastings.

Kier wins contract to deliver St Kevin’s Community Hub

hub South West Scotland, on behalf of North Lanarkshire Council, has appointed Kier as their construction partner to deliver the new St Kevin’s Community Hub in Bargeddie.

JCT recognised as dominant construction contract provider in RIBA report

JCT has announced that it continues to be the UK's most widely used standard form construction contract provider in the recently published RIBA Construction Contracts and Law Report 2022.

ROCKWOOL® announces the launch of NyRock technology

Rockwool's new launch of NyRock technology delivers improved thermal performance, while maintaining non-combustibility and acoustic capabilities.

Weston Homes appoints new HR director to drive training and recruitment

Weston Homes has appointed Clare Smithson as HR director to oversee the training and recruitment activities across its five subsidiary companies.

SWPA: Procuring energy efficiency measures

In this article, Emily Bull, client research officer at SWPA, explains how the second wave of the Social Housing Decarbonisation fund will enable associations to secure better housing energy efficiency measures.

How can Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) achieve compliance with Part L...

As more homeowners turn to make the most of the space they have, it’s important to remain compliant with the amended Part L building regulations. Find out how Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) can support this.

Tilbury Douglas to deliver multi-million-pound Leeds Beckett University Law School project

Tilbury Douglas has been appointed, via the PAGABO Framework, to lead the construction of the Leeds Beckett University Law School project.

Heat network projects funding to help 28,000 households ditch fossil fuels

Four heat network projects in England have been awarded £54m in government funding, to help shield homes and businesses from costly fossil fuels.

Window and door suppliers win place on £66m public sector framework

Eleven window and door suppliers have won places on a new £66m national public sector framework (WD2), launched by not-for-profit public sector construction framework provider LHC.

The latest RICS Conferences and RICS Training

Stay informed with the latest RICS Conferences and keep your career moving forward with RICS training.

Why is indoor air quality in buildings important?

BSRIA launches air quality initiative to raise awareness of contaminants in homes, schools and workplaces, and showcase why indoor air quality in buildings is important.

New BSI standards update competence requirements for building safety management

New BSI standards published this week have set out competence requirements for building safety management, supporting industry reform in tandem with the DLUHC.

How Bouygues UK is using Payapps digital payment processes for The...

In this article, Mobarak Ali, a graduate quantity surveyor from Bouygues UK, explores how The Riverside development in Canterbury is using digital payment processes for improved efficiency and time management.

Wynne commences work on new additional learning needs school in Powys

North Wales construction firm Wynne has commenced work to replace a school building, allowing up to 108 pupils to have access to specialised facilities.

Craig Tatton appointed as Chief Operating Officer in Tilbury Douglas restructure

Tilbury Douglas has announced a series of internal promotions, including the appointment of Craig Tatton as Chief Operating Officer.

99% of electricians believe there are major risks with EV charging...

A City and Guilds survey of 500 UK electricians has found that 99% of electricians understood there to be major risks associated with electrical vehicle charging work and only 28% have received specific training.

Bluebeam improves efficiency for public sector construction project in Wales

Bluebeam software has played a key role in boosting efficiency on an award-winning bus station construction project in Wales.

[VIDEO] Enscape launches new real-time rendering software

Enscape, a leading provider of real-time visualization, 3D rendering, and VR technology for the AEC industry, has announced the release of real-time rendering software, Enscape 3.4.

HSE issues fines after electrician suffers serious burns in warehouse explosion

HSE has issued fines after an electrician suffered serious burns in a warehouse explosion in Liverpool, requiring several skin grafts.

Triple appointment to AG Board of Directors

A trio of appointments have been made to the AG Project + Building Consultancy Board of Directors, with Kirsty Robinson, Tom Hargreaves and Dan Metcalf joining the board.

Almost 25 years of adjudication and many contractors still unaware of...

Jonathan Nugent, Managing Director at Arbicon, explains after almost 25 years how many contractors are still unaware of adjudication and the right to adjudicate in construction contracts, losing out on an effective way to obtain payment. A big surprise, but not a shock to Arbicon!

Construction completed on state-of-the-art City Campus Manchester

Construction work has been completed on the new City Campus Manchester facility, transforming an old brewery site into a creative arts campus that will open in September.

Galliford Try to build Single Living Accommodation facility at RAF Coningsby

The Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) has appointed Galliford Try to build a new £11m Single Living Accommodation (SLA) facility at RAF Coningsby, Lincolnshire.