Premier Modular achieves BOPAS accreditation
Premier Modular has achieved BOPAS accreditation for its modular living solutions, after its expansion into the residential sector.
Kier trials use of HVO fuels on four sites
Kier trials use of Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) fuels across its construction business to help the company reach its net zero goals.
CCPI launched to raise standards in construction product information
The Code for Construction Product Information (CCPI) has been launched to raise standards in construction product information.
Sir Robert McAlpine tops out on 21 Moorfields scheme
Sir Robert McAlpine has topped out on 21 Moorfields, a major project situated directly above Moorgate Underground Station in London.
McLaren bags duo of self-storage contracts
McLaren Construction has secured two contracts worth £23m from Big Yellow Self Storage to deliver a new facility at Kings Cross and a new self-storage centre in Hove.
First contractor prosecuted during HSE Covid spot check
Principal contractor Umar Akram Khatab has been sentenced to a 12-month community order after multiple health and safety issues were identified during a Covid spot check in Manchester.
Modular office development complete in Gloucestershire
Modular building specialist Enviro Building Solutions has completed a £2.3m three-storey modular office development for South Gloucestershire Council.
MHCLG renamed to reflect levelling up agenda
The ministry of housing, communities and local government has changed its name to become the department for levelling up, housing and communities.
New training course to equip construction workers with green skills
Construction Scotland Innovation Centre (CSIC) has launched the UK’s first training course designed to equip construction workers with the skills to retrofit buildings for a low carbon future.
A mindful eco build from Blue Sky Property Services and West...
Timber frame specialist, Blue Sky Property Services has specified West Fraser’s engineered wood-based panel products to deliver a mindful eco build.
Inquiry begins into construction of Scottish hospitals
The first round of hearings for the inquiry into the construction of the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital Campus and the Royal Hospital for Children and Young People and Department of Clinical Neurosciences (RHCYP/DCN) begins today (20 September).
Former Taylor Wimpey MD joins Weston Homes
Weston Homes has appointed former Taylor Wimpey managing director, Peter Gore as its operations director.
RIBA publishes latest DfMA guidance
The RIBA has published new Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DfMA) guidance, acknowledging the proven potential of DfMA solutions to produce not only good outcomes but great architecture.
Balfour launches race to net zero carbon emissions
In advance of COP26, Balfour Beatty has launched the first in a series of innovative solutions and learnings to support the construction and infrastructure industry in reaching net zero carbon emissions.
CIBSE launches training course to address performance gap
CIBSE has launched the UK's first training course in advanced simulation modelling for design for NABERS UK Design for Performance (DfP).
GMB lands deal to unionise 5,000 HS2 workers
GMB Union has secured a deal to unionise 5,000 HS2 workers, allowing them to have decent terms and conditions.
Robertson Construction to deliver Cardiff’s Atlantic Wharf arena
Cardiff Council has completed the full business case for the 15,000-capacity new indoor arena at Atlantic Wharf – Robertson has been appointed as developer.
Weston Homes buys disused Wood Green site for £33m scheme
Developer Weston Homes has acquired a 0.6-acre site in Wood Green to deliver a new £33m mixed-use residential-led development.
VolkerFitzpatrick secures £82m contract to deliver new blade factories
Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy has awarded VolkerFitzpatrick an £82m contract to deliver two wind turbine blade manufacturing facilities at its site in Hull.
50 companies appointed to £3.6bn National Highways renewals deal
National Highways has appointed 50 supply chain partners to deliver up to £3.6bn worth of renewals to England’s motorways and major A roads.
Carbon neutral versus carbon negative: What is the difference?
There is an urgent need for products and businesses to achieve carbon neutrality. West Fraser has gone significantly further and is now net carbon negative.
Project to explore mainstream use of homegrown timber
Experts exploring the mainstream use of homegrown timber in the construction sector has secured funding for the next phase of a demonstrator project which will see the first two-storey modular home manufactured during COP26.
Contenders revealed for 2021 RIBA Stirling Prize
The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has unveiled the six buildings in the running for the 2021 RIBA Stirling Prize, awarded to the UK’s best new building.
Ingleton Wood to build ultra-fast electric vehicle charging network
Ingleton Wood has been selected by The EV Network to develop a major rollout of ultra-fast charging stations on key road networks and locations across the UK.
Joint venture to deliver 620 new homes at foothills of Killinarden
The Arden Team DAC, including Ó Cualann Cohousing Alliance, Sisk Living and Kelland Homes have come together to support the delivery of the Foothills Killinarden development for SSouth Dublin County Council.
Could bacteria develop a new type of eco-friendly plasterboard?
Researchers at the University of Bath are exploring whether the natural properties of bacteria could develop a new type of environmentally friendly plasterboard.