Willmott Dixon begins Doncaster affordable housing scheme
Wilmott Dixon has begun construction work for Doncaster Council on three new affordable housing developments across the borough, as part of the next phase of the Council House Build Programme.
MPs warn Crossrail schedule and costs ‘lack certainty’
Crossrail remains unable to deliver a timeline of completion for the Elizabeth line, as there is still no certainty to its cost and opening schedules.
HS2 dig uncovers rare Roman statues at Stoke Mandeville
HS2 archaeologists have unearthed a ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ discovery of rare Roman statues under a medieval church in Stoke Mandeville.
MPBA: Promoting knowledge transfer and training opportunities
Jackie Maginnis, chief executive of the Modular and Portable Building Association (MPBA), explores how the organisation is playing a key role in supporting the modular building industry.
Solving design problems faster with BricsCAD® V22
CAD software developer Bricsys has announced the immediate availability of new versions of its products: BricsCAD® Lite, BricsCAD® Pro, BricsCAD® Mechanical, and BricsCAD® BIM.
How does email management work if you don’t have an IT...
How does email management work if you don’t have an IT Manager? Mail Manager, the solution developed by Arup, explores.
SFS launches cost-effective rail cutting service
Market-leader in building envelope solutions, SFS, is offering a brand-new optimised rail cutting service, as part of its tailored NVELOPE® package.
Driving innovation: AI timber design system and self-healing concrete
Winners have been announced for the 2021 COINS Grand Challenge, a global competition organised by Construction Industry Solutions (COINS), which aims to drive innovation across the construction industry.
AEC software provider reaches momentous growth in Q3 2021
The Nemetschek Group has continued to increase revenues and earnings in Q3 2021, with SaaS revenues reaching a record high £34.5m.
Plans approved for next stage of £262m Rivington Chase scheme
Bellway Homes has been given the green light by Bolton Council to deliver 205 new homes as part of the next phase Rivington Chase regeneration scheme.
SNC-Lavalin joins UN Race to Zero campaign
SNC-Lavalin has joined the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change’s (UNFCCC) Race to Zero global campaign, alongside joining the business ambition for 1.5°C commitment.
Document management vs records management: When do I need them?
Mail Manager, the email management solution developed by Arup, explores how document management and records management differ, and when you need them.
New 3D digital twin technology: A game-changer for construction
Digital twins are delivering value across the entire built world lifecycle, says Simon Bae, founder and CEO of US-based Cupix.
Contractors warned to prepare for product price hikes
Contractors are being warned to prepare for significant price increases for ceramic products, glass, steel, bricks and concrete as energy costs soar.
15 contractors land spot on £500m Scottish framework
15 contractors have secured places on a new £500m framework to deliver new build, infrastructure and refurbishment works for the public sector in Scotland.
Go-ahead for 21-storey Fleet Street office development
The City of London Corporation has approved plans for a new 21-storey office development at the former Daily Express buildingon Fleet Street.
NABERS UK: Energy efficiency rating for offices
The Better Building Partnership’s Design for Performance initiative, in partnership with NABERS and the BRE, has launched the NABERS UK energy performance rating scheme for offices. BRE’s Ruby Smith takes a look.
Unlocking the potential of the UK’s homegrown timber
Sam Hart, innovation manager at the Construction Scotland Innovation Centre (CSIC) explores the research projects, innovation initiatives and prototypes harnessing the power of homegrown timber.
What needs to be in the second National Infrastructure Assessment?
With major challenges on the horizon it is essential that we take a long-term approach to infrastructure planning, says Keith Howells FICE, trustee of the Institution of Civil Engineers.
How will the Autumn Budget impact the construction industry?
Today (27 October) marks the arrival of the Autumn Budget, as chancellor Rishi Sunak vows to inject £1.8m brownfield funding and build back better and greener, pledging £3.9bn to decarbonise buildings to reach the net zero target by 2050.
Barhale selected for £8.6m O2 mains installation
Barhale selected by Thames Water to install over 4km of new trunk main in south east London as part of proposals to deliver additional capacity in the area.
Insulation specialist Actis hires two new team members
Insulation specialist Actis has announced two new appointments as demand for Actis Hybrid insulation products grows.
How data management can make our industry safer
Placing better information management and data sharing at the forefront of digital transformation will make construction safer – as well as smarter, says Zane Ulhaq, associate director for Atkins.
Interactive 3D tools connect the dots for architects
Unreal Engine and Twinmotion from Epic Games are breaking down silos and helping data to flow freely through the architectural pipeline.
Green light for £100m net zero Fife college
The Scottish Government has approved plans for the first net zero education building at Fife College, as Balfour Beatty is appointed official contractor.
The post-Covid hospital: A new normal?
As hospitals are considering what the new normal will look like, how can we design and plan new hospitals to radically improve patient experience, clinical outcomes and staff wellbeing? Smriti Singh and Chris Waine at Arcadis take a look.