CCC report says UK homes unfit for climate change challenges
The Committee on Climate Change (CCC) has urged the Government to improve the quality of UK homes to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Infrastructure contract awards up 18.5%
The value of infrastructure contract awards was £1.5bn during January 2019 – an 18.5% increase on December 2018.
Concrete offsite solutions provide versatility and sustainability
Precast concrete is virtually unlimited in its application including the entire structure or selected elements such as frame, floors, walls, stairs or balconies.
Elecosoft appoint Malcolm Emmerson as key account manager
Elecosoft has announced the appointment of Malcolm Emmerson as the key account manager at the company’s Haddenham office.
Morgan Sindall reveals record results for 2018
Morgan Sindall Group has revealed record profit for 2018, as adjusted profit before tax was up 23% to £81.6m on revenue of £2.97bn, a 6% increase on the previous year.
Falkirk Gateway project appoints preferred developer
Hargreaves Services plc and Fintry Estates Ltd have been appointed as the preferred developers for the Falkirk Gateway project.
New port on the River Thames gains development consent
The Port of Tilbury has received development consent from the Secretary of State for Transport to build Tilbury2.
Plans for the Sixth in Belfast given the green light
Plans for The Sixth, a £75m redevelopment of the former Belfast Telegraph building, have been approved by Belfast City Council’s planning committee.
Keepmoat Homes announces new chief executive
Keepmoat Homes has announced the promotion of Tim Beale as the new chief executive and has also revealed the appointment of a new group production director.
Leeds submit application for modular council housing scheme
Leeds City Council and United Living have submitted a planning application for what could be the UK’s largest modular council housing scheme.
How can green construction techniques boost your project?
Green building technology has become one of the hottest trends in construction. The benefits of a green technology application in construction are far-reaching and comprehensive.
Mies’ Need for Simplification vs. BricsCAD® BIM
Mies espoused the concept of “less is more” long before the days of Building Information Modelling. As a director of the Bauhaus School, Mies sought to establish an architectural style that could serve as a Modern alternative
The Benefits Of AI (Artificial Intelligence) In Construction
Trimble discuss the use of artificial intelligence in construction roles, making job sites more efficient and economical.
Paul Hackett accepts appointments to The Bartlett and the RICS
Paul Hackett has been appointed Honorary Professor at the UCL, RICS have also appointed Paul to their Housing Supply Group.
Major redevelopment for York castle museum
York Museums Trust have appointed the team that will work on the initial design phase of a major redevelopment at York Castle Museum, including Alison Brooks Architects and BuroHappold Engineering.
BMHT to build 2,000 homes over the next five years
After completing 10 new homes, Birmingham Municipal Housing Trust (BMHT) is on track to build a further 2,000 new homes over the next five years.
Making that jump: Building to road
Sean Gray director of transportation at international construction company, Mace, takes a look at how new innovations can transform infrastructure projects.
New sector director appointed for Amey Rail
Infrastructure and rail company Amey have announced that Andy Joy has been appointed as sector director for its Rail business.
What’s wrong with retention in construction?
Retentions meet a real need and aren’t a problem in themselves – it’s how they are administered that needs fixing.
£105.5m build to rent London development announced
Telford Homes has announced they will be exchanging contracts for the sale of its Equipment Works build to rent development which comprises 257 units in Walthamstow.
Laing O’Rourke finally completes refinancing deal
Laing O’Rourke has unveiled pre-tax losses of £43.6m for its latest financial year, as the construction firm claims a no-deal Brexit would pose a minimal risk to its current projects.
Campaign targets plastics and packaging in construction
The Considerate Constructors Scheme has launched its industry-wide campaign ‘Spotlight on...plastics and packaging’ to raise awareness on how the construction industry can reduce, reuse and recycle plastics and packaging.
Wimpole Welcome Project – with Mick George Earthworks
Mick George discuss their earthworks on the Welcome Project at Wimpole Hall Estate, in Cambridgeshire, a popular National Trust location
16-storey Old Trafford development gets green light
Developer, MCR Property Group has received planning approval for its 16-storey Old Trafford development, Trafford Plaza.
Contractors fined after worker suffers fatal fall
Two construction firms have received thousands of pounds worth of fines after a worker tragically fell to his death when a temporary platform collapsed.
Michelmersh set for expansion with Floren acquisition
Specialist brick manufacturer Michelmersh has acquired all of the shares of Belgium-based business Floren & Cie.