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Vectorworks launches new unity-based 3D model viewing technology

Vectorworks, Inc. has released its third service pack for the Vectorworks 2022 product line, which includes 3D model viewing technology, and improvements to Vectorworks Cloud Services for all design customers.

[Video] New home building technology to reduce household bills

Etopia Group is rolling out a state-of-the-art new home building technology that will reduce household bills for customers by hundreds of pounds.

How can volumetric mixers make the concrete industry more sustainable?

Concrete has shaped much of our built environment, however, it accounts for about 8% of the world's carbon emissions. PBC Today spoke to Brandon Hess, UK country manager at Volumech, about how volumetric mixers can make the concrete industry more sustainable.

Why are cloud workstations critical for AEC firms?

Cloud workstations can benefit AEC firms in a number of ways, from reducing costs and simplifying IT infrastructure. Workspot cloud solution tells us more.

St. Modwen to deliver more than 1,100 new homes in England

Leading UK developer St. Modwen Homes announces £85m+ of investment across five sites with plans to construct 1,100 new homes in England

BAM appointed to deliver new Weldon Village Academy

BAM Construction has received planning permission from North Northamptonshire Council to begin work on the new Weldon Village Academy, a co-educational secondary school in Weldon, Corby.

Ukraine-Russia war will cause tender price inflation in 2022

Mace's Market View report has forecast tender price inflation by 5.5% in 2022 due to Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine.

Planning permission granted for Cambridge Children’s Hospital

Planning permission has been granted for the early designs and floor plans of Cambridge Children’s Hospital in the East of England.

London HS2 contractor ends partnership with Russian oligarch

Strabag, HS2’s London tunnels contractor, announced that its core family shareholder has terminated their syndicate agreement in place with Rasperia Trading Ltd, which is owned by Russian oligarch Oleg Deripaska.

Why the listed building planning permission process needs to be reformed

Karen Bell, creative director at David Salisbury, discusses why the listed building planning permission process needs to change and explores the challenges involved.

Support options for property owners with cladding and EWS1 form issues

Stuart Collar-Brown, director at My Auction, provides insight into the support and options available for property owners with cladding and EWS1 form issues.

Barriers to retrofitting homes within the social housing sector

Gail Scholes, head of local authority, considers the ‘social anxiety’ of retrofitting homes, how this will affect the most vulnerable and how we can overcome these issues.

Egnyte announces new capabilities for BIM file collaboration

Egnyte announces new capabilities for BIM File collaboration and an expansion of AEC workflows for project delivery and closeout.

National Highways announce £51.6m A19 upgrade

National Highways announce £51.6m A19 upgrade near Sunderland, which will support the regional economy and provide access to the International Advanced Manufacturing Park (IAMP) to the north of Nissan’s motor manufacturing plant.

Build London Partnership supports NLM’s Waltham Forest expansion

North East London based housing association NLM has acquired 74 homes at the Marconi Road estate under its Waltham Forest expansion. 

SNC Lavalin appoint Joe St. Julian as the new president of...

SNC Lavalin has appointed Joe St, Julian, the former Principal Vice-President and General Manager at Bechtel, as the new President of Nuclear.

ICW Group’s new high value structural warranty scheme goes live

ICW Group launches its new high value structural warranty scheme, available to developers building major residential and commercial projects.

ACCA software releases latest version of 3D building design software, Edificius

International AEC software developer ACCA software has released a new version of Edificius, the 3D building design software, with interesting features.

West Midlands unveils £15bn of housing investment opportunities

Andy Street, mayor of the West Midlands, has launched £15bn worth of housing investment opportunities at the MIPM property conference in Cannes, South of France.

Kier appointed by Network Rail for £65m Oxford railway station enabling...

Kier has been appointed by Network Rail to deliver the Oxford railway station enabling works, as part of the Oxford Corridor Phase 2 Project.

[Video] Drone footage shows progress on new Bingham Primary School development

Drone footage shows significant progress on the new Bingham Primary School, developed by Morgan Sindall.

Plans for Derby’s new performance venue hit a milestone

Plans for Derby's new performance venue has reached a new milestone, as contracts are signed this week between Derby City Council, Leeds-based developers St James Securities, and ASM Global .

Graham to deliver Glasgow’s Merchant City regeneration: Candleriggs Square

GRAHAM has commenced Glasgow's Merchant City regeneration - a £62m project to deliver residential accommodation, offices, hotels and more.  

Galliford Try has appointed Carol Hardingham to new head of environmental

Galliford Try has appointed Carol Hardingham as its new head of environmental as part of its Group’s Sustainable Growth Strategy.

CSIC provide funding for green construction skills initiative

Construction Scotland Innovation Centre (CSIC) has announced the expansion of its green construction skills initiative, with the launch of a second free-to-attend programme focused on the fabric and structure of sustainable buildings.

Improve your construction site communication with Re-flow software

Through Re-flow software and improved construction site communication, MW Benney saw a 90% increase in time saved and a 40% reduction in paperwork.