Construction product manufacturers must embrace digitisation
Construction product manufacturers need to start sharing data digitally to support a safer and sustainable construction industry, says a new guide released by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET).
Keltbray buys nmcn’s infrastructure assets
Keltbray has acquired a portfolio of infrastructure contracts and associated assets from nmcn, which will save 117 jobs.
Carbon offsetting doesn’t go far enough in the demolition industry
Ben Griffiths, safety, health, environmental and ops director of Rye Group, argues that the demolition industry needs to do more to safeguard the environment beyond carbon offsetting.
Innovative tunnel drill to enhance rail operatives safety
Network Rail has developed a new overhead line tunnel drill, which improves operational delivery and the safety of operatives working at height.
Besix to build ‘worlds largest’ hybrid-timber office in Amsterdam
DPG Media in collaboration with developer Being, has signed an agreement with Besix to deliver Mediavaert, a new hybrid-timber office situated on the Van...
The future of the office: Sustainability, size and “spread-ability”
As we slowly start to emerge from Covid-19 to a "new normal", the way people view their working habits is changing. Rory Doak of Stora Enso argues there is now an important opportunity to rethink the office environment.
City of Culture club can learn from each other on diversity
Ian Streets, managing director of About Access, looks at the clamour for culture and the need to embrace inclusivity.
[VIDEO] Last cooling towers demolished at Eggborough station
DSM Demolition has successfully demolished the last four cooling towers at the former Eggborough Power station plant in Goole, North Yorkshire.
AHTO appoints former Guinness Partnership MD to lead £1bn expansion
AHTO Group Ltd (AHTO) has appointed Linda Robinson, former development director at The Guinness Partnership, as its new managing director.
Willmott Dixon bags Oxford leisure decarbonisation deal
Willmott Dixon has been appointed by Oxford City Council to deliver an extensive decarbonisation programme across four of the city’s leisure centres.
How will the fuel crisis impact construction projects?
Who bears the liability for any increased construction costs caused by the national fuel crisis? Sarah Wilson, construction partner at Bevan Brittan takes a look at what parties to the contract need to consider.
Supporting TIP to 2030 – and beyond
The Construction Innovation Hub’s focus on innovation is central to the delivery of the Transforming Infrastructure Performance Roadmap to 2030 against a backdrop of an ever-increasing digitalised and technologically advanced built environment, writes impact director David Philp.
Actis Boost R Hybrid Roof will come into its own this...
An insulating breather membrane specifically designed for roofs will come into its own this autumn and winter, as it will help stave off the effects of the weather as temperatures plummet.
Go-ahead for Evelina London Children’s Hospital
Plans for a new building at Evelina London Children’s Hospital have been given the green light by Lambeth Council.
Green light for £450m Sunderland battery manufacturing plant
Sunderland City Council has approved plans for the UK’s first at-scale battery manufacturing plant at the International Advanced Manufacturing Park (IAMP).
HS2 prepares to host biggest ever ‘Meet the Contractor’ event
HS2 is set to host its biggest ever ‘meet the contractor’ event, where more than 250 jobs, worth up to £160m, will be up for grabs.
The future of building is here!
Sips Eco is the UK’s premier award-winning Structural Insulated Panel manufacturer, designing and manufacturing highly energy efficient homes across the UK and Europe.
Net zero for existing buildings: Fabric First investigation
How can greenhouse gas emissions from the built environment be neutralised in order to meet the UK’s net zero ambitions?
Altrad Group buys RMD Kwikform
Interserve Group has announced the sale of RMD Kwikform, its equipment services arm, to the Altrad Group.
Galliford Try acquires nmcn water business for £1m
Galliford Try has acquired nmcn’s water business, including Lintott, after the company fell into administration.
Costain bags hydrogen storage facility contract
Costain has been awarded the concept development and FEED study for the HyNet project hydrogen storage facility in northwest England.
Amey appoints former Skanska boss as new rail sector director
Amey has appointed former Skanska operations director, James Holmes to join the company as its new rail sector director.
680 jobs saved as Svella acquires nmcn divisions
Svella has acquired the telecoms, plant hire, transport and accommodation divisions of nmcn out of administration, saving over 680 jobs.
New guidance on how to embed social value into the planning...
The Social Value Portal has launched new guidance on how to embed social value into the planning process.
Procore enhances platform to offer greater flexibility for project teams
Procore Technologies, Inc. has enhanced its platform to deliver added flexibility and deeper insights for project teams.
Revised plans in for Lowesmoor Wharf in Worcester
Developer Godwin Developments and Lowesmoor Regeneration Ltd have submitted revised plans for its waterside mixed-used scheme Lowesmoor Wharf in Worcester.