A roadmap to commercialising drone technology
Robert Garbett, founder of Drone Major Group and chairman of the Drone Delivery Group, discusses the development of the Phoenix Programme and industry-led efforts to accelerate commercially viable, scalable and environmentally sound drone services for the UK.
Upskilling to accelerate digital adoption in construction
The newly launched Digital learning platform on the Supply Chain Sustainability School supports the modernisation of digital technology within the industry by upskilling managers working in the construction sector.
Making a foray into AI for applications in the AEC industry
How can Artificial Intelligence change and improve the architecture, engineering and construction sector?
Elecosoft becomes patron of the UK BIM Alliance
Elecosoft has become a gold patron of the UK BIM Alliance and the newest member of the UK BIM Alliance Technology Group.
Amey lands place on ESPO facilities management framework
Amey Secure Infrastructure has been named a supplier on the ESPO total facilities management (FM) framework.
Richborough Estates completes Harrogate land sale
Richborough Estates has completed the sale of an 18-acre residential development site in Harrogate to homebuilder Redrow.
Mace completes London’s latest skyscraper
Mace has completed One Crown Place, the latest landmark in London, on behalf of clients MTD Group and CBRE.
[VIDEO] Bitesize BIM: Smart buildings, utilising data and energy monitoring
In this free online series hosted by The Building Society, Elliott Wood associate director, Steve Faulkner takes a look at smart buildings and how utilising data and energy monitoring can help drive the circular economy.
Fusion21 launches bidding for £120m consultants framework
Procurement body Fusion21 has begun the search for bidders to join its £120m national consultants framework.
Plans underway for new solar farm in west Northamptonshire
EDF Renewables is planning to develop a 49.9 MW solar farm, Glassthorpe, between Flore and Upper Heyford, which will be capable of generating enough low carbon electricity for 9,562 households annually.
Homes England prepares to launch new dynamic purchasing system
Housebuilders will soon find it easier than ever to access Homes England land, following an overhaul of its approach to land disposals.
HS2 partner launches search for tunnelling operative apprentices
HS2’s construction partner Align JV will recruit 9 new apprentices to its level two tunnelling operative apprenticeship to help dig the 10-mile twin bore tunnels under the Chilterns.
Developments in digital twins
Craig Evenden, head of architecture, engineering, construction & BIM at Esri UK, examines the current state of digital twins and what the future holds.
NHBC launches new training hub for future housebuilders
NHBC has unveiled a new training hub in the West Midlands which it will use to help develop the next generation of skilled tradespeople starting out in housebuilding.
CLC calls for construction industry input on net-zero progress
The Construction Leadership Council (CLC)’s net-zero workstream, CO2nstruct Zero is seeking views on how the industry should demonstrate progress on its journey to net-zero.
Willmott Dixon to deliver Lincolnshire Public Sector Hub
Willmott Dixon has been appointed to deliver a new £7m Public Sector Hub facility in Horncastle that will also provide new college space.
Network Rail completes £6m Hither Green station refurbishment
Network Rail has completed the £6m refurbishment of one of London’s busiest suburban stations, Hither Green.
Kier Highways shakes up senior leadership team
Kier Highways has promoted Louise McMahon to head of strategy and business improvement and Neil Wilson is now head of safety, health, environment and assurance (SHEA).
Arup secures Transport for Greater Manchester framework
Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) has appointed Arup to their ‘Transport Professional Services’ (TPS) framework to make journeys more sustainable.
Mace appoints new lead for defence, nuclear, energy and utilities
Mace has appointed Andy Oldham, former programme director at Atkins, as its new business unit director for defence, nuclear, energy and utilities.
Anwyl Partnerships appoints new managing director
Mike Nevitt has been appointed as managing director of Anwyl Partnership, assuming full operational control of the Partnerships’ businesss.
Morgan Sindall hosts building workshops for SEND students
Morgan Sindall Construction held two practical engagement sessions for educational needs and disabilities (SEND) students, to help them learn more about the construction industry.
Terminating a construction contract – the end of your troubles or...
Sarah Evans, construction partner at law firm Spencer West, explores the factors to consider when terminating a construction contract.
BBA initiative drives ‘single audit’ plan for UKCA & CE marking
Building product manufacturers seeking certification to supply British and European markets can fast-track marking applications following major agreements between the British Board of Agrément (BBA) and European Notified Bodies (NBs).
Actis renews collaborative relationship with LABC
Building insulation specialist Actis has renewed its on-going collaborative relationship with LABC by becoming an event partner.
Jacobs bags enhancement role at Hinkley Point C
Jacobs has signed a partnership agreement with NNB Generation Company Ltd (NNB Genco), which is building the Hinkley Point C nuclear power station in Somerset.