Joint venture to modernise UK energy metadata
Arup, Hippo Digital and Icebreaker One have been commissioned by the government to lead the next phase of its Energy Data Visibility Project (EDVP) to organise and improve access to the UK’s metadata.
Bentley Systems acquires utility pole systems software
Bentley Systems has acquired SPIDA Software, developers of specialised software for the design, analysis and management of utility pole systems.
Plans submitted for low carbon social housing in Manchester
A planning application has gone into Manchester City Council for new social housing in Newton Heath, bringing a long-term brownfield site back into use.
Pagabo prepares to launch civils and infrastructure framework
Pagabo has issued a prior information notice (PIN) for its newest framework design for civils and infrastructure projects within the built environment.
Bouygues UK bags new high-tech office scheme in Swansea
Bouygues UK has secured a major new high-tech office development, the New Kingsway Scheme in Swansea city centre.
Willmott Dixon delivers electric vehicle charging points at over 100 sites
Following Willmott Dixon’s pledge to become a zero-carbon company by 2030, it will roll out the delivery of electric vehicle charge points across its sites and offices.
Mitie secures Future Defence Infrastructure Services contract
Mitie has won a new seven-year contract to deliver maintenance services on the Future Defence Infrastructure Services (FDIS) programme for sites across Scotland and Northern Ireland.
Graham wins Glasgow riverside Build-to-Rent project
Graham has secured a Glasgow residential Buid-to-Rent project on the banks of the Clyde on behalf of developer PLATFORM_.
Premier Modular appoints new senior business development manager
Premier Modular has appointed Martin Irvine to its team of offsite specialists as its new senior business development manager.
Amey launches civil engineering degree apprenticeship programme
Amey Consulting has welcomed its first students to the civil engineer degree apprenticeship (CEDA) programme, working in partnership with The School of Energy, Construction and Environment (ECE).
Minister calls for West Midlands SMEs to bid for work on...
HS2 Minister Andrew Stephenson is hosting an online event for SMEs in the West Midlands to demonstrate just how to register an interest in joining the HS2 supply chain.
£218m investment to improve roads across East of England
Millions of road-users in the East of England are set to enjoy safer and quicker journeys as Highways England plans improvements across the region over the next 12 months.
Government urged to put net-zero at the heart of planning
The letter, which has been co-ordinated by the UK Green Building Council (UKGBC) and the Aldersgate Group, welcomes the government’s commitments to addressing the housing crisis and reaching net-zero by 2050.
£25m flood defence scheme planned for Cardiff
Plans for the £25m coastal protection scheme, on the banks of the River Rhymney, have been released by Cardiff Council.
New Hale Wharf Bridge officially open in Haringey
Waterside Places, Muse Developments and McLaren Construction has opened Hale Wharf Bridge – a key piece of infrastructure installed over the River Lee Navigation.
Construction waste director banned for 7 years
Kathleen Shepherd, director of construction waste company Shepherd Site Services, has been disqualified for 7 years for trading while insolvent and failing to pay creditors £140,000.
Go-ahead for 1 million sq ft employment park in Merseyside
Tritax Symmetry has been given the go-ahead for plans to deliver a new 1 million sq ft employment park at Symmetry Park in Knowsley, Merseyside.
Turner & Townsend appointed procurement partner for HS2
Turner & Townsend has been appointed by HS2 Ltd to support the company’s remaining major procurements including, rail systems and phase two.
Persimmon Homes appoints first director of talent and diversity
FTSE 100 listed housebuilder Persimmon Homes has appointed Madi Pilgrim as its first director of talent and diversity.
Construction output drops by 2% in April after strong growth in...
Construction output dropped by 2% in April 2021 following a strong increase in March, as both new work and repairs and maintenance levels fall.
Green light for Havant Thicket Reservoir
Plans for Havant Thicket Reservoir in between Rowlands Castle, East Hampshire and Leigh Park in Havant, have been given the green light.
Peter Denton confirmed as new chief exec of Homes England
Peter Denton, chief executive of the Hyde Group, has been confirmed as the new chief executive of Homes England.
BAM Nuttall fined £700k after employee dies
BAM Nuttall has been fined £700,000 after an employee sadly died when he was run over by a dumper truck.
Keepmoat Homes acquires 3 new sites in the North West
Keepmoat Homes has acquired three new land deals in Leyland, Accrington and Stoke on Trent to deliver 723 new homes.
Government’s planning reforms ‘lack detail’
The housing, communities and local government committee has warned that the government's proposed planning system reforms 'lack detail'.
New Homes Quality Code launched for consultation
The New Homes Quality Board (NHQB) has published its draft New Homes Quality Code to help address gaps in existing protections for new build customers.