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The 2025 Secured by Design (SBD) ATLAS conference and exhibition marked a significant milestone, with a record number of SBD member company exhibitors presenting their security solutions at this distinguished policing event

ATLAS 2025 conference and exhibition hosts record number of exhibitors

The 2025 Secured by Design (SBD) ATLAS conference and exhibition marked a significant milestone, with a record number of SBD member company exhibitors presenting their security solutions at this distinguished policing event.
Two creative office employees making interior design on the computer and digital tablet at the modern office of architectural firm. Concept of 3d modelling and digital Interior designing, representing sustainability data

Data is the driving force for future sustainability

Having the right data at the early stages of a project is crucial to reducing carbon emissions and achieving net zero, writes Dr Lee Jones of Hubexo.
London office buildings feature heavily in the Barbour ABI February snapshot

Barbour ABI February snapshot shows new orders down

The Barbour ABI February snapshot has arrived showing peaks and troughs throughout the month for the industry.
The maintenance robot dog being trialled

AtkinsRéalis and Sellafield Ltd trial a maintenance robot dog

AtkinsRéalis and Sellafield Ltd are trialling a maintenance robot dog from Boston Dynamics for remote work.
Engineers sit and work on building design and system work.,construction work safety,construction business and real estate, representing isg auditors

ISG auditors under investigation by FRC

The Financial Reporting Council (FRC) has opened an investigation into the auditors of ISG, MacIntyre Hudson LLP.
The Conservative net zero speech would drop net zero targets

“Frustration and disbelief”: Industry dismayed at Conservative net zero speech

Industry representatives have reacted to the Conservative net zero speech in which Kemi Badenoch described the target as 'impossible'.
Building smarter: How the BridgeAI programme is reshaping construction

Building smarter: How the BridgeAI programme is reshaping construction

AI has the potential to revolutionise UK construction at a time when the sector faces significant challenges. Sarah Addezio, senior innovation partner at Digital Catapult, discusses the BridgeAI programme, which is helping the industry to embrace innovation and accelerate adoption.
SFS's new brochure reviews its NVELOPE® Capability range which supports rainscreen subframe systems, as well as a variety of design solutions

SFS publishes new NVELOPE® Capability brochure

SFS Group Fastening Technology has launched a brochure outlining its NVELOPE® Capability range which supports rainscreen subframe systems, as well as the myriad design solutions to meet virtually any project’s requirements.
The Nemetschek Group will showcase its cutting-edge digital solutions at BuildTech Asia 2025 in Singapore from 18 to 20 March

Nemetschek Group debuts at BuildTech Asia 2025 and strengthens presence at...

The Nemetschek Group, a leading software provider for the AEC/O and media industry, will showcase its cutting-edge digital solutions at BuildTech Asia 2025 in Singapore from 18 to 20 March.
The 2050 net zero target has been deemed impossible by Kemi Badenoch

Tories would drop ‘impossible’ 2050 net zero target

In a speech today, Kemi Badenoch has announced the Conservative Party would drop support for the 2050 net zero target.
The building safety levy may have a negative impact on SME builders, say the HBF

HBF calls for Building Safety Levy suspension

The HBF have sent a letter to the chancellor of the exchequer concerning the Building Safety Levy and its impact on SME builders.
A Multi-Ethnic Group of Construction Workers are Doing Some Morning Exercises at the Construction Site, representing CITB's Consensus

CITB launches Consensus process for 2026-29 Levy Proposals

The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has today launched its Consensus process to assess industry support for its Levy Proposals that will help provide training for the construction industry across the next three years.
Local road repair backlog has reached an all time high

Local road repair backlog reaches all-time high

The local road repair backlog has reached nearly £17bn, according to the latest ALARM survey from the Asphalt Industry Alliance.
18 of the 25 brands under Aggregate Industries have rebranded to Holcim UK,aligning more closely with the Swiss-based parent company

Aggregate Industries rebrands to Holcim UK

18 of the 25 brands under Aggregate Industries have rebranded to Holcim UK as part of a strategic shift
Digital transformation and Neuro-inclusion

Digital transformation: Neuro-inclusion with BIM4Water

Clare Taylor, chair of BIM4Water and head of digital delivery at MWH Treatment, looks at the impact of digitalisation on people and new research being co-created with the Centre for People-Led Digitalisation  around digital technologies as an enabler of neuro-inclusion.
FSi Promat has reduced carbon emissions in a key part of its manufacturing process by 52.5% by switching to a demand responsive system

FSi Promat cuts carbon emissions in key part of manufacturing process...

Fire stopping specialist FSi Promat has successfully reduced carbon emissions in a key part of its manufacturing process by 52.5% by switching to a demand responsive system.
How efficiently your managers are keeping on top of equipment, vehicles, plant, and on/off hire impacts the day-to-day running of operations

Never lose track again: total visibility & control with On/Off Hire

How efficiently your managers are keeping on top of your equipment, vehicles, plant, and operatives has a significant impact on the day-to-day running of your operations – and ultimately your profit.
Retrofit technology is a necessity for energy efficient buildings

Advancements in retrofit technology

Don Mclean, CEO of IES, discusses the technologies that are transforming retrofitting efforts in the built environment.
Mayfield Park, the mixed-use development near Manchester Piccadilly station, will offer nearly 900 homes and 325,000 sq ft of office space

Plans submitted for first phase of housing at Mayfield Park

Mayfield Park, the mixed-use development site near Manchester Piccadilly station, will offer nearly 900 homes and 325,000 square foot of office space.
A lifting rules review will change regulations in favour of new technology

Lifting rules review to simplify LOLER

A lifting rules review, among some other sectors and regulators, is set to take place and reduce the amount of red tape faced by businesses.
Studio Tim Fu has revealed the 'world's first' fully AI-driven architectural project in Slovenia, developing six luxury villas on the Lake Bled Estate

[VIDEO] UK-based firm reveals ‘world’s first’ fully AI-driven architectural project

Studio Tim Fu has revealed the 'world's first' fully AI-driven architectural project in Slovenia, developing six luxury villas on the Lake Bled Estate.
microplastics in construction can be a particular issue on sites in built up populated areas

Managing microplastics in construction: Why the industry needs to change

Joanne Kwan, senior research manager at CIRIA, discusses the issue of microplastics in construction and their effects on human health.

BESA partners with UK Construction Week and lead key net zero...

UK Construction Week (UKCW) welcomes the Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) to the 2025 events in London and Birmingham. This collaboration will see BESA play a key role in advancing discussions on achieving Net Zero in the building services sector and will contribute to shaping the future of sustainable construction.
Digital material passports could transform the way UK construction manages waste and reuse, says Rider Levett Bucknall's Heather Evans

The role of material passports in advancing circular economy in construction

Digital material passports could transform the way the construction industry manages waste and reuse. Heather Evans, national head of sustainability at RLB, explains why we need them, some of the challenges of  incorporating them and the need for standardisation.
Building inspector man using digital tablet pointing at plumbing pipeline system. Asian male worker in green vest, protective ear muffs and safety helmet working for building maintenance inspection representing Building maintenance backlog and retrospective digitisation

Building maintenance backlog: How retrospective digitisation can transform the crisis

A recent National Audit Office (NAO) report paints a stark picture as to how the UK government deals with a  staggering building maintenance backlog exceeding £49bn, primarily concentrated in Ministry of Defence properties, schools and NHS buildings. This raises a critical question, writes Ryan Donoghue of AJ Digital, how can we effectively address this challenge and ensure the longevity and functionality of these vital public assets?
The AI safety cameras are equipped to telehandlers similar to the one pictured

Dandara utilising AI safety cameras on their telehandlers

Dandara are now exclusively hiring telehandlers equipped with AI safety cameras to decrease risk of on-site incident.