ModuleCo delivers eye unit extension at Musgrove Park Hospital
ModuleCo has provided a brand new eye unit extension for the Somerset NHS Foundation Trust at its Musgrove Park Hospital site.
Tilbury Douglas appoints new head of communications
Tilbury Douglas has appointed Alexandra Shah as its new head of communications.
Canary Wharf Group delivers 115 council flats in Poplar
Canary Wharf Group (CWG) has completed the delivery of 115 new council homes as part of the housing development in Poplar.
Why custom AEC software is the right choice for your business
It’s well-known in the digital era we live in that using software takes a big chunk of the time and money spent on a project – make your AEC software work for you.
Hove build to rent scheme funded with L&G investment
Watkin Jones has exchanged contracts for the sale of Hove Gardens, a build to rent scheme in Hove, the transaction is on a forward funding basis to Legal and General Investment Management (LGIM) for £76.5m.
Mott MacDonald supports Crossrail programme at Paddington
Mott MacDonald worked on the station for Crossrail Ltd progressing the design of Paddington Integrated Project (PIP) and leading the Plateau 2 station and integration team.
Architects face project delays due to slow planning process
For several months, architects have been reporting concerns about the impact on projects caused by delays in the processing of planning applications.
M&J Evans acquires Flynn Group Ltd
M&J Evans has completed the acquisition of Flynn Group Ltd, an established ground works and civils business based in Swindon and Bristol, covering the South West of England.
PUWER equipment breaches rise by 40% on construction sites
The Building Safety Group (BSG) has reported a 40% increase in PUWER equipment breaches occurring on construction sites during the first half of 2021.
VolkerFitzpatrick lifts second part of Brent Cross West station bridge
A new overbridge to provide the public with a pedestrian and cycleway crossing over the Midland Main Line at Brent Cross West has taken another step towards completion.
Plans submitted for £155m sustainable neighbourhood in Cambridge
First Base and RPMI Railpen have submitted plans for Devonshire Gardens, a new 120,000 sq ft sustainable neighbourhood in Cambridge.
Leicester FC reveals plans for new King Power Stadium
Leicester City Football Club has unveiled plans for the expansion and development of the new King Power Stadium.
Smart card keeps Tarmac’s HGV drivers safe and boosts confidence
Tarmac has reached a significant landmark in the rollout of new fleet technology after presenting its 10,000th HGV driver with a smart card aimed at improving haulier safety, training, and customer confidence.
Amey’s highways and defence teams deliver RAF Odiham’s runway
Amey’s transport infrastructure and defence teams, with Levertech Aviation Services have successfully delivered a £5.5m contract to upgrade the runway and associated airfield lighting at RAF Odiham.
Mitie sets out roadmap for net zero carbon estate by 2025
Mitie has announced its roadmap to achieve a net zero estate by 2025, part of Mitie’s Plan Zero pledge.
Notting Hill Genesis appoints new chief financial officer
Notting Hill Genesis has appointed Yomi Okunola, former capital finance director at Network Rail, as its new chief financial officer.
EQUANS to deliver 600 electric vehicle charging points across the UK
ENGIE’s services-led arm, EQUANS has been appointed by NatWest to deliver more than 600 high power GeniePoint electric vehicle charging points across its office locations.
BAM Nuttall JV secures Thames Water sewage works in Guildford
Thames Water has appointed BAM Nuttall and Doosan Enpure joint venture to carry out the relocation of Guildford sewage treatment works.
Morrison Water bags Northumbrian Water contracts
Morrison Water Services, a part of M Group Services, has been awarded two contracts by Northumbrian Water for capital works on water and wastewater network infrastructure projects.
Supply partnership enables continued production of SIPs Garden Rooms
JML SIPs and Hemsec’s supply partnership has enabled continued production of high-quality SIPs-built Garden Rooms.
Major £132m upgrade for Bristol East Junction reaches halfway point
The Bristol East Junction project will allow more trains to enter and exit the station, increase capacity, reduce congestion and help make journeys more reliable.
Construction output falls for third consecutive month
Monthly construction output dropped below pre-pandemic levels for the third consecutive month in June by 1.3%, according to the latest ONS figures.
Artificial intelligence: On the verge to disrupt and transform the building...
Don Jacob, VP technology, Build & Construction Division at the Nemetschek Group, discusses the relevance of AI for the building lifecycle.
How project managers can set themselves up for success
Ashwini Bakshi, managing director Europe & Sub-Saharan Africa at Project Management Institute, provides expert insight on the steps project managers can take to set their team up for success.
Amey and FormScore team up to improve employee wellbeing
Amey Consulting has launched an employee wellbeing app, in partnership with FormScore – employees can track their moods and be open about how they are feeling.
Pressure rises for roofers as material shortages intensify
The roofing and cladding industry continues to be strained by skill and material shortages as well as suffering cost increases, according to the NFRC/Glenigan State of the Roofing Industry survey.