FARO laser scanner collects 3D digital map of Notre Dame
Art Graphique and Patrimoine have used FARO’s Focus S Laser Scanner series to perform emergency 3D digital mapping on the Notre Dame cathedral.
Future Places: A new vision for placemaking
Future Places have been announced as part of a unique partnership between local authorities, RIBA, the Royal Town Planning Institute and the Chartered Institute of Housing.
Bentley Systems acquires Keynetix for underground digital twins
Bentley Systems has acquired Keynetix, a UK-based provider of cloud-based software for capturing, visualising, modelling and sharing geotechnical data.
Diversification in housing: Why it matters
Amidst the housing crisis, the government’s present strategy of encouraging greater housing diversity should be commended.
Financing that helps you run your construction business
Flexible finance is a crucial element of doing business for many construction firms delivering much-needed homes, buildings and infrastructure. Aldermore’s range of bespoke products can help.
Japan’s biggest housebuilder enters UK market to boost modular housing
Japan’s largest housebuilder will move into the UK housing market after striking a deal with Urban Splash and Homes England to deliver modular housing.
Inverness Castle project takes step towards transformation
The Inverness Castle project has taken a step forward as the architect and creative director are appointed, leading the way for the transformation to begin.
Wernick to deliver modular teaching facility for Swansea University
Wernick is to construct a two-storey 60 module building on Swansea University’s Bay Campus using the latest innovations in modular design and build.
UK public buildings to add Changing Places toilets
New large public buildings in the UK are expected to add Changing Places toilets for severely disabled people, thanks to new government proposals.
Setting new standards in smoke control
David Mowatt, chairman of the Smoke Control Association, highlights the need to raise standards and levels of competency in relation to the design, installation and maintenance of smoke control systems in high-rise buildings.
IOSH urges prevention-first approach to mental health
Four in five British workers won’t discuss mental health problems with their boss because they fear being stigmatised and judged incapable, IOSH urges business to develop a "prevention-first" approach .
Innovating the built environment with digital twins
Matthew Durdin, director at Johnson Controls UK&I explores applications for digital twins in the built environment and how they can be implemented.
Scottish development creates largest EV infrastructure
A developer is “plugging in” to the surging demand for electric vehicles (EVs) by creating the most inclusive charging provision of any development built to date in Scotland.
Cavity wall insulation report released for Northern Ireland
Research into cavity wall insulation in social housing and private homes in Northern Ireland has been published.
BAM Nuttall wins Brent Cross South infrastructure contract
BAM Nuttall has been selected as the preferred infrastructure contractor for the Brent Cross South development by the joint venture established between Argent Related and Barnet Council.
BSRIA extends UKAS accreditation for domestic hot water heat pumps
BSRIA has successfully extended the scope of its UKAS accreditation to include testing of domestic hot water heat pumps in accordance with BS EN 16147:2017.
Homes Act 2018: Is dampness back in the spotlight?
The new Homes Act will see the issue of damp and mould put firmly on the radar but, says James Berry, technical manager of the PCA.
Construction company fined £30,000 after work at height failings
A construction company based in Lincolnshire has been sentenced after an employee was seriously injured after a fall through a fragile roof.
SFPSG launches guide for safe use of dumpers
The Strategic Forum Plant Safety Group (SFPSG) has launched a Good Practice Guide for the Safe Use of Dumpers to address injuries and fatalities associated with the use of dumpers.
Weston Homes to deliver housing on Cambridge Military Hospital
Weston Homes has acquired the Grade II listed Cambridge Military Hospital in Aldershot to deliver a £60m residential conversion project.
GMB welcomes Peabody U-turn to auction off social housing
GMB has welcomed the decision by Peabody Housing Trust not to auction off social housing in Tower Hamlets and to instead allocate it to families on the waiting list.
CMA disqualifies 3 fit-out firm directors
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has secured the disqualification of 3 former directors of office fit-out companies for their involvement in illegal cartel behaviour.
‘World-first’ BBA Certificate for innovative construction membranes
Unique construction membranes proven to protect against moisture and in-ground environmental hazards have set new standards following certification by the British Board of Agrément (BBA).
CCS reveals 24 suppliers chosen for £1.2bn Modular Building framework
The Crown Commercial Service (CCS) has chosen the 24 suppliers for its newly-launched £1.2bn Modular Buildings Solutions framework.
ISG tops contractors league table for April
ISG has topped the contractors league table for April 2019 thanks to eight construction contracts awarded totalling £350m, according to the latest Top 50 League Tables.
Building Regulations: Why they’re no longer fit for purpose
Adrian Judd, director of Steico, argues Building Regulations need to tighten up so that we build healthy buildings.