Interserve shares tumble as growing debt reignites doubts
Shares in Interserve fell 7% on 23 November after the contractor said debts this year would be higher than previously expected, reigniting doubts about the financial health of the firm.
Safe use of dumpers guidance now available for consultation
The Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) has published a new guide promoting the safe use of forward tipping dumpers.
Government backs digital manufacturing for £600bn project pipeline
The Government is backing greater use of digital manufacturing processes to deliver its £600bn investment in the UK’s roads, hospitals and schools over the next decade.
Smart start for smart buildings
Gary Thompson of Siemens Financial Services explores “Smart buildings as a Service’ and solutions that harness the savings from reduced energy consumption.
Boost your BIM knowledge – without leaving the office
A new e-learning platform from the Construction Scotland Innovation Centre aims to help more business leaders start their BIM journey – without having to get out of their chair. BIM technical consultant Colin Hastie explains.
Housebuilding continues to prop up construction sector
The value of new construction contracts in October hit £5.4bn, a 3.8% decrease compared to September, as housebuilding continues to prop up the sector with £2bn worth of contract value.
New £2.5m project to transform construction practices in the UK
A new £2.5m project will bring together businesses and researchers to help overhaul construction practices in the UK.
Man ordered to pay over £5k for misusing the title ‘architect’
On 22 November Nicholas Rothe of Manchester was convicted on eight counts of the criminal offence of misusing the title ‘Architect’.
Cornish housebuilder entices young people into construction
Gilbert and Goode hosted an event for a group of college students as part of an initiative to encourage young people into the building industry.
Could drone technology help stop Corniche-type tragedies?
Pae Natwilai, founder of drone mapping and reporting company Trik, explains how the technology can be harnessed
Labour investigation reveals only 4% of London council blocks have sprinklers
A Labour Party investigation into fire safety in tall tower blocks has discovered that just 4% of London’s high rise council housing blocks have sprinklers installed.
Research reveals issues with workplace Mental Health First Aid
New research by the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health has shed new light on mental health training in the workplace.
Affordable Housing Supply figures show 12% increase in affordable homes
The Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government (MHCLG) has published new Affordable Housing Supply figures which show a 12% increase in affordable homes from 2016-17 to 2017-18.
Colmore Tang chooses winner for ConstrucTech initiative
Contractor Colmore Tang has selected the winner in its hunt for a start-up technology that it could collaborate with to help improve the construction industry.
Minecraft fans use gaming skills to help design regeneration project
Ten and 11-year-olds in Havering have been using their gaming skills to road-test and improve the design of one of London’s largest regeneration projects.
Birmingam’s Paradise development runs out of money for phase 2
Birmingham City Council has revealed it has run out of money for the second phase of its ambitious £500m Paradise development.
Construction company fined after fatality at domestic property
SM Builder Expert Limited has been fined after a man fell to his death at a concealed basement void in a domestic property undergoing construction work.
Second phase of £29.8m industrial logistics scheme completed
The second phase of Island Road West, a new industrial logistics scheme in Reading, has been completed.
Railway safety worker killed by train at Stoats Nest Junction
A male railway worker has died after being hit by an oncoming train between Purley and Coulsdon South stations on the mainline between London and Brighton.
Software developer launches BIM-ready tool for bridge planners
Software developer Sofistik has launched what it claims is the first solution on the market that integrates with Autodesk Revit and allows users to generate parametric bridge models.
CIOB chief exec announces retirement
One of the Chartered Institute of Building’s (CIOB) longest-serving chief executives, Chris Blythe OBE, has announced his retirement.
V&A museum begins search for contractor for £22m centre
The Victoria & Albert (V&A) museum in London has started the tender process to select the main contractor for a £22m scheme to create a research centre and space for its collections.
The benefits of offsite framing – and how to maximise them
voestalpine Metsec plc's Ryan Simmonds, examines the key benefits of offsite framing, quantity, and how to make it work for a project.
Crown Commercial Service announces £1.2bn modular framework
The Crown Commercial Service (CSS) has opened up the bidding process to suppliers looking to deliver modular buildings for the public sector.
Northacre’s No.1 Palace street and neighbour of Buckigham palace tops out
The No.1 Palace Street development that neighbours Buckingham Palace has 'Topped Out' during a ceremony held on Friday.
Trade association calls for consistent approach to acoustics in homes
The Association of Noise Consultants (ANC) has called for a more consistent approach to acoustics to protect society from the impact of excess noise.