Interserve wins place on £1bn Yorkshire Water MEICA Frameworks
Interserve has been awarded a place on two Frameworks with Yorkshire Water, which have a combined value £1bn.
Making the case for quality in construction
The CIOB's new chief executive, Caroline Gumble, discusses the work of their Construction Quality Commission in pushing the issue to the top of the agenda.
UK build-to-rent sector sees 20% growth
Research published by the British Property Federation (BPF) shows that there are 148,046 build-to-rent homes completed, under construction or in planning across the UK.
What are digital twins?
Artificial Intelligence, the Internet of Things and now the preeminent trend of 2019 – digital twins. How can we make sense of all these buzzwords?
Artificial Intelligence delivers £14bn a year to UK infrastructure, data shows
Artificial intelligence delivers £14bn a year in new revenue to UK infrastructure, according to new data from SenSat, as 90% believe AI will transform the industry.
Plans revealed for expansion of Old Trafford cricket ground
Lancashire Cricket Club and Trafford Council have revealed transformational plans in the initial phase of the development of the new Civic Quarter.
BSRIA extends UKAS accreditation to include individual zone controllers
BSRIA has successfully extended the scope of its UKAS accreditation to include the testing of Individual Zone Controllers (IZC) in accordance with the eu.bac Certification Scheme.
Procurement bodies launch Integrated Consultancy Framework
The North West Construction Hub (NWCH) and Southern Construction Framework (SCF) have launched a national Professional Services Framework.
How is the construction sector combatting its waste?
The UK’s biggest consumer of natural resources is the construction industry, according to Wrap. In this article, we explore the causes of this waste, as well as ways to address them.
Insurance and JCT contracts
Dave Cahill, senior partner and divisional business development leader, Marsh JLT Speciality discusses the different risk profiles of new build and refurbishment or extension work, and how JCT contracts can help.
Consultancy calls for better transport infrastructure in the North
Trident Building Consultancy has said HS2 and HS3 is not the answer to boosting the North’s transport infrastructure.
Wates to build 140 new homes on Lowfield Green in York
The City of York Council has contracted Wates Group to build 140 new homes on Lowfield Green and local residents are invited to meet them.
Partnership to encourage careers in infrastructure
Class of Your Own has announced a new partnership with Bentley Systems to provide students with hands-on knowledge for careers in infrastructure.
Danish innovation to improve local flood resilience
A Danish company has partnered with Accelar to investigate the market for its automated flood protection system, Floodframe, in the UK.
The price: A key barrier to digital transformation in construction
The heavy upfront price that companies have to pay for a new digital solution is a big factor in the slow adaptation of digital tools in the construction industry.
Most considerate constructors of 2019 to be revealed
The highest-performing construction companies and suppliers are to be honoured at the upcoming National Considerate Constructors Scheme’s awards
Tips on choosing workwear this winter
James Whitaker, marketing director at Dickies, shares his top tips on choosing workwear this winter.
£5.4m scheme creates 53 affordable homes in Salford
Housing association, ForHousing has finished work on the £5.4m development of 53 new affordable homes in Salford.
Two defendants convicted of misusing ‘architect’ title
Clinton Gadd and ABM Building Services Ltd have been convicted of four counts of the criminal offence of misusing the title ‘architect’.
Fortem launches Northern 4Life Academy in Rotherham
Fortem has launched its new training academy, the Northern 4Life Academy, following the success of their Midlands Academy in Aston.
Atkins appoints new CEO for UK and Europe region
Atkins, a member of the SNC-Lavalin Group, has appointed Richard Robinson, chartered chemical engineer, as CEO of its UK and Europe region.
Digital Construction Works to simplify digital transformation
Bentley Systems and Topcon Positioning Group have launched a new digital automation, integration, and digital twinning service, Digital Construction Works (DCW).
Henry Riley wins £21m Morpeth leisure scheme
Henry Riley has been appointed to work on two schemes that will transform the Northumberland leisure and lifestyle scene.
Innovating in an outdated “exnovation” industry
Ryan Dempsey charts The Compliance Workbook’s journey from a bright idea to a unique, innovative technology pinpointing construction and asset risk in a way many never thought possible.
Construction leaders tackle digital transformation
Construction leaders and their suppliers are the target of a new programme that will bring their businesses up to speed on digital technology – improving productivity and profitability.
Building Innovation Awards: Best Offsite/Modular Innovation
PBC Today finishes off our preview of the Building Innovation Awards with a look at the Best Offsite/Modular Innovation category.