Materials and skills shortages threatens construction’s recovery
The construction industry is struggling to recover due to increasing material costs and skills shortages, says the Federation of Master Builders (FMB).
Bradford construction company fined after worker loses eyesight
A Bradford-based construction company has been fined after an employee was injured at work, leading to significant sight loss in his right eye.
Hybrid working to influence new build housing in 2022
A survey from LABC Warranty has revealed that more than a third of builders and developers plan to include work-from-home study rooms or areas in new build housing from 2022, as hybrid working rises.
Designing the future with 3D-printed architecture
AccuCities explores how 3D-printed models enable rapid testing and iteration of architectural designs in an affordable way.
Michael Ross named new chief exec of hub South West
hub South West has appointed Michael Ross as its new chief executive, replacing Michael McBrearty who announced earlier this year that he intended to stand down from the role.
West Midlands project to create net zero neighbourhoods
West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) announces project to create net zero neighbourhoods of the future, in partnership with Arup.
Innovative construction: Takeaways from Viewpoint’s EMEA Summit
From industry-leading best practices, innovative customer success stories, and the latest construction technologies, it was a jam-packed couple of afternoons of learning opportunities at Viewpoint’s EMEA Summit, says Tamara Higham, marketing executive at Viewpoint.
Bringing tenants along on the net zero journey
Social housing providers have targets to bring their housing stock to an EPC rating of C or better by 2030. Gary Cawley, director of CPC, discusses the need to bring tenants along on the net zero journey.
Digital construction: One model fits all
In the world of digital construction, it’s not just about the files, but the ability to collaborate on them.
The ROI of better email management
Mail Manager, the email management solution by Arup, recently created a Return on Investment (ROI) calculation of the time and money that its Outlook add-in solution saves customers.
Willmott Dixon gets go-ahead for £29m Wiltshire net zero school build
Willmott Dixon has been given the green light to start a £29m net zero school build at Silverwood School’s Rowde campus in North Wiltshire.
Tilbury Douglas appoints Jamie Swanston as procurement director
Tilbury Douglas has appointed nmcn’s former procurement boss, Jamie Swanston as its new procurement & supply chain director.
Gove scraps Tulip tower plans
Plans for Foster + Partners’ proposed Tulip tower in the City of London are set to be scrapped after the government has dismissed the planning applications.
UL achieves new fire safety body status
Global safety science leader UL has achieved technical assessment body status for UK and European markets for fire safety products.
Roofer sustains multiple fractures after fall from height
Trevor Cook Construction Ltd has been fined £63,278 after a roofer fell six metres through a fragile roof sheet whilst working, sustaining serious injuries.
NEC masterplan to create 5,000 new homes
The NEC Group has unveiled plans to create 5,000 new homes and 3,500 new local jobs through the redevelopment of the NEC Campus in Birmingham.
Solving the construction industry’s digital dilemma
Mail Manager, the email management solution by Arup, explores the need to improve processes in order to solve the construction industry’s digital dilemma.
Serving up the benefits of software as a service for AEC...
Kyle Tarr, senior business development manager, AEC at FARO Technologies, explores how adopting software as a service (SaaS) leads AEC professionals to success.
Go-ahead for £300m South Humber Bank Energy Centre
The business secretary, Kwasi Kwarteng has given the green light for plans to deliver the South Humber Bank Energy Centre.
Construction outputs rises in September, but new orders fall
Monthly construction output grew 1.3% in volume terms in September, but quarterly figures dropped by 1.5%, reflecting the volatility in certain sectors.
BAM tops out on Sky Studios Elstree
Construction at Sky Studios Elstree has reached a major milestone this week as the final steelwork was installed on the highest structure on site.
Muse secures sustainable office building at Talbot Gateway
Muse Developments, alongside Blackpool Council, has secured a deal with the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) to deliver a sustainable office building, as part of the £350m Talbot Gateway scheme.
Modern methods of construction as a solution to UK social housing
Andrew Shepherd, managing director at TopHat, looks at modular housing as a solution to the UK social housing supply deficit.
Only 19% of large consultancy clients consider net zero designs
Latest figures from the Association for Consultancy and Engineering (ACE) reveal that only 19% of large consultancy and 24% of SME clients ask for net zero designs.
Net carbon negative: Making the construction industry more sustainable
Simon Woods, European sales, marketing and logistics director, explains the steps that West Fraser is taking to make the construction industry more net carbon negative.
West Fraser’s CaberDek transforms neglected bungalow to forever home
CaberDek, part of West Fraser’s CaberFloor range, helps to transform a neglected 1960’s bungalow in West Yorkshire into a forever home.