University Challenge 2020: The next generation of timber construction
In this article, TRADA looks at why the Stirling Prize-winning Goldsmith Street represents a big step forward for Passivhaus – and looks at the 2020 University Challenge.
Construction productivity report demonstrates MMC potential
AIMCH, the consortium set up to overhaul the housebuilding sector, has published a new research report that assesses construction productivity metrics.
Fraud probe is ‘grim news for construction workers in Liverpool’
Construction workers in Liverpool are facing a difficult time finding work after two high profile projects were halted following a fraud probe, warns Unite.
MMU submits plans for new £65m science and engineering building
Manchester Metropolitan University has submitted plans to build a new science and engineering building in place of the John Dalton West building.
Thomas Sinden wins two lots on Hyde Group framework
Thomas Sinden has been appointed to two lots on the Hyde Group main contractor framework, to deliver new homes and a commercial development.
Pioneer place in Burnley gets the green light
Maple Grove Developments has received the go-ahead for the new AEW-designed £18m Pioneer Place leisure and retail scheme in Burnley, Greater Manchester.
Digital collaboration unlocks German testing environment in the UK
Peter Owen from Willmott Dixon and Anthony Shaw from NG Bailey discuss how digital collaboration enabled them to support Coventry University and FEV to bring cutting-edge German facilities into the UK.
McLaren Construction to deliver new Wembley Park development
McLaren Construction has been awarded a £130m contract by Quintain to deliver its fourth development at Wembley Park, taking the overall value of McLaren’s projects at the site to £302m.
Pagabo’s £10bn major works contract winners announced
Pagabo’s Major Works Framework, which launches in April 2020, is the second iteration of its major works contract and will see up to 28 contractors deliver projects starting at £5m.
Audit watchdog delays Carillion collapse findings until summer
The Financial Reporting Council (FRC) has said that due to the size and complexity of the collapse of Carillion its investigation will need an additional six months to complete the first stage.
House by Urban Splash reveals two new senior appointments
House by Urban Splash has appointed Claire Kober as independent director and chair of the board and Mark Shirburne-Davies as director.
SEF joint venture wins facilities management contract extension
Interserve and the University of Sussex have won a contract extension worth £30m per annum to deliver facilities management services at the University of Sussex as part of joint venture Sussex Estates and Facilities (SEF).
Willmott Dixon Interiors to transform listed building in Tunbridge Wells
Willmott Dixon Interiors has won the £13m contract to convert the grade II listed former library and museum in Tunbridge Wells into the new Amelia Scott building.
New plant training centre to benefit unemployed people in Dudley
Unemployed people in Dudley will be offered free construction training at the new construction plant training centre at Dudley College of Technology.
Wates commits to zero waste and carbon by 2025
The Wates Group has today committed to zero waste and carbon from its operations by 2025, well ahead of the government’s own environmental targets.
Balfour Beatty electrifies rail lines between Bristol and Cardiff
Balfour Beatty has completed the electrification of 77km of the Great Western Railway (GWR) rail lines between Bristol and Cardiff.
Great Ancoats Street scheme to improve Manchester’s infrastructure
The £9.1m Great Ancoats Street scheme will improve the area for pedestrians, providing a more natural and attractive link between the Manchester City centre, the Ancoats and New Islington neighbourhoods.
NAO slams MoD for failing to ease risks on nuclear projects
The MoD's poor management of three infrastructure projects on its nuclear-regulated sites has contributed to a combined cost increase of £1.35bn, according to the National Audit Office (NAO).
Company fined £1.2m after teenager suffers life-changing injuries
DB Cargo has been fined £1.2m after a teenager endured life-changing injuries from a 25,000-volt electric shock at Bescot Yard.
Ogilvie to construct new AC by Marriott hotel in Glasgow
Ogilvie Construction has secured the contract to construct the new AC by Marriott hotel in Glasgow for Chris Stewart Group.
Graham begins work on €9.3m Blanchardstown Centre revamp
Delivered by Graham, Blanchardstown Centre – Ireland’s largest retail development – will see eight new stores and unveil a modern, reimagined space upon completion in November 2020.
Caddick strengthens development arm as it expands into London
Caddick Group has appointed two new senior hires to join its development arms, as the construction firm also announces a new headquarters in London.
Balfour Beatty finishes on top for contractor table in December
The latest Top 50 Contractor League Table for December has just been published by Barbour ABI, as Balfour Beatty climbs to the top with £297m worth of contracts.
Construction worker dies after being trapped under digger
Lincolnshire Police were called to a building site off Rudgard Lane yesterday (9 January), where a construction worker was pronounced after being trapped under a digger.
Willmott Dixon wins £10m contract to extend Ripon’s leisure centre
Willmott Dixon has been awarded a £10m contract from Harrogate Borough Council to extend Ripon’s leisure centre by building a new 25m pool.
How to save the construction industry workforce crisis
With the construction industry facing its biggest skills shortage since 2007, Ryan Latham, senior marketing executive for 3B Training, takes a look at the importance of recruiting new talent.