£27.4bn roads investment to support 64,000 construction jobs
Highways England has revealed plans for £27.4bn investment in the strategic road network which will support 64,000 construction jobs.
From twin to BIM: The story of CUSP
The story of CUSP, a partnership between Atkins and Cardiff University to develop an advanced digital twin programme, shows how the idea of technology becomes reality. Nick Tune, digital engineering director at Atkins, discusses the journey.
Amey wins £40m Highways England estate management contract
Amey has been awarded a £40m contract to deliver facilities and estate management services across Highways England’s estate.
IoT in housing: The time is now
Following a world-first agreement to install real-time monitors in thousands of social homes in Renfrewshire, iOpt founder and managing director Dane Ralston says it is now time for IoT adoption in housing to become the “new normal”.
Consultation calling for regulation of electricians welcomed
The Scottish Joint Industry Board (SJIB) and Unite the Union have welcomed the launch of a consultation exercise which could lead to the regulation of electricians.
Crossrail delayed again as costs reach £19bn
Crossrail has revealed the scheme will not be ready until 2022 at the earliest, as total costs reach £19bn.
Shapps launches Acceleration Unit to tackle infrastructure delays
Transport secretary Grant Shapps has launched a new acceleration unit to tackle delays to infrastructure projects and drive forward progress for passengers.
Lovell and Together Housing to combat housing crisis across the north
Lovell Partnerships has joined forces with Together Housing Group to create Lovell Together LLP, to tackle the housing crisis across the North of England.
Cruden welcomes ten new modern apprentices
The Cruden Group has welcomed ten new modern apprentices as it continues its commitment to developing Scotland’s young workforce.
Willmott Dixon secures triple schools contracts in Sandwell
Willmott Dixon has been awarded a £23.8m contract to deliver enhancements at three schools in Sandwell that will accommodate an additional 990 students.
Green light for £43m social housing scheme in Brent
Plans for 65 new council homes, a state-of-the-art education centre and a new affordable workplace in Brent have been given the green light.
Mulbury and Great Places to deliver £11m housing scheme in Shaw
Residential developer Mulbury has agreed a deal with Great Places Housing Group to deliver 65 new homes in Shaw, Greater Manchester.
BIM around the world with Women in BIM
In July, Women in BIM (WIB) hosted a webinar for the online Festival of BIM & Digital Construction, featuring a discussion on BIM Across the Regions. Here, the panellists examine the topics raised and their experience of BIM around the world.
Innovative solution to monitor subcontractor vehicles on HS2
Field service management software specialist, Totalmobile and Trimble have been awarded a contract to support transportation and logistics operations on the HS2.
Rugged technology plays pivotal role in the future of construction
New research by Samsung looks at the benefits of rugged technology in construction, revealing more than nine out of ten employees would like their company to invest in more devices in the future.
Construction contract awards rise to £6.3bn in July
Construction contract awards increased by at least 33% in every sector in July, as the total value surged from £3.1bn in June to £6.3bn.
Landmark provides free environment checks on Nightingale hospitals
Landmark provided free Envirocheck reports to 66 Works Group Royal Engineer carrying out an evaluation of environmental factors to consider in the design of NHS Nightingale hospitals in Birmingham, Manchester and Cardiff.
Unconscious bias in British engineering and what to do about it
Thomas Owens, logistics manager for Viking Extrusions, explores the racial bias between the number of non-white engineering students graduating, and those who enter into the sector for employment.
Atkins predicts digitally-driven Covid recovery in 18 months
The new Atkins report shows that 68% of infrastructure businesses expect their organisation’s outlook to have recovered to pre-crisis levels by Q4 2021.
Go-ahead for Space Hub Sutherland plans
Plans for the Space Hub Sutherland, which will launch satellites into orbit from the north Highlands of Scotland, have been approved by Highland Council.
Green light for Nottingham Guildhall transformation
Plans to transform the vacant Guildhall into a hotel have been given the green light by Nottingham City Council.
Winners revealed for professional services framework
The Procure Partnerships Framework have concluded the tender process for its Professional Services Agreement.
Research: MMC immaturity holds back uptake by social housing providers
Concerns surrounding the immaturity of Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) are the greatest barrier to uptake by social housing providers, according to new research.
Construction experts call for ‘clean recovery’ post-Covid
Construction industry experts have called on the sector to lead a ‘clean recovery’ from Covid-19, as the pandemic injects a renewed sense of urgency into existing challenges.
How intelligent buildings can guard against terror
Adrian Timberlake, chief technical officer of Seven Technologies Group, examines the vast potential of intelligent buildings in defending nations against threats of terrorism.
Mace to oversee Brent Cross West Station project
Mace has been chosen to provide project management services for the Brent Cross West Station development in North London.