Misuse of spreader beams – still an issue?
Britlift look at the misuse of spreader beams, which is common in the industry, providing an explanation as to the issues.
BAM acquires stake in Irish modular homes specialist
Royal BAM Group has acquired a non-controlling share in modular homes provider Modern Homes Ireland (MHI).
Engineering company fined after apprentice injured
An engineering company has been fined after an apprentice suffered serious hand injuries when he was drawn into machinery.
Next phase of Chester Northgate regeneration moves forward
The next phase of Chester Northgate’s regeneration scheme has moved forward, as Cheshire West and Chester Council’s plans are backed by Councillors.
Non-executive director for UK BIM Alliance: Elaine Lewis
Elaine Lewis, Managing Director of Cadventure has joined the UK BIM Alliance as a Non-Executive Director (NED).
Construction bodies urge action to tackle severe skills shortages
Leading construction bodies have called for combined action between industry and Government to address severe skills shortages.
Polypipe Terrain renamed to boost commercial construction
Polypipe, manufacturer of climate and water management solutions, has renamed one of its most recognisable divisions.
Recognition system for architects in the event of a ‘no deal’...
The government has issued guidance on the recognition system for architects holding European Economic Area (EEA) qualifications.
Grayling reaffirms government’s commitment to HS2
Transport secretary Chris Grayling has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to HS2, squashing rumours that the second stage of the project might not happen.
CSIC and CITB collaborate to tackle construction skills
CSIC and CITB have formed a new partnership to help address the shortage of innovation skills in the construction industry.
RSK awarded Homes England contract
RSK has been appointed to the new Homes England multidisciplinary framework, which will enable the procurement of £100m worth of services.
Nixon Hire makes colossal £10m construction equipment order
Construction equipment specialists, Nixon Hire, has ordered 230 JCB telehandler machines for 2019, amounting to over £10m in value.
Construction contracts down 13.1% during 2018
The value of all construction contracts awarded in the UK in 2018 was £61.6bn, which is a decrease of 13.1% on the previous year.
Planning granted for £18m Helensburgh Waterfront
Argyll and Bute Council has approved plans for the £18m Helensburgh Waterfront Development which will see a new leisure centre and swimming pool opened in the town.
Mace appoints Stephen Jeffery to its Group Board
Construction firm Mace has revealed the appointment of Stephen Jeffery to its Group Board.
£23m funding agreement for Pantheon Park
Property developer, Stoford Developments and Bridges Fund Management has announced a funding agreement with Royal London Asset Management (RLAM) for its multi-million pound Pantheon Park development in Wolverhampton.
Government’s progress on dangerous cladding a “national shame”
Shadow secretary of state for housing, John Healey, questioned the House of Commons on the action taken by the Government on high-rise residential blocks with dangerous cladding.
Are shipping containers the answer to the global housing crisis?
Millions of shipping containers are going unused. Could this be an answer to the global housing crisis? Shipping container experts Cleveland Containers explore further.
Plans submitted for Goole site
Beal Homes has submitted plans for the first phase of a large-scale development of 800 homes in Goole, East Yorkshire.
Expanding horizons for Advantage Insurance
Simon Cooper, Technical Director at Advantage Insurance (AHCI) discusses how the company created six new jobs in just six months with the expansion of their technical team.
Construction company sentenced after fatal fall
A construction company in London has been sentenced following safety breaches that led to the death of a construction worker.
Arup appoints Alan Belfield as new chairman
Multinational professional services firm Arup has revealed that Dr Alan Belfield is to take over as chairman of the group from 1 April.
PCC reprimands architect for unacceptable professional conduct
At a hearing of ARB’s Professional Conduct Committee (PCC) Peter Bell of Peter Bell & Partners, was reprimanded following a finding of unacceptable professional conduct (UPC).
Could modular building lead to the rebirth of small developers?
Joseph Daniels, CEO of Project Etopia, takes a look at how modular building is going to give small developers a bit of a rebirth after the financial crisis largely wiped them out.
Biosolids bricks offer sustainable solution
A team at RMIT University in Melbourne has demonstrated that biosolids bricks could be a sustainable solution for wastewater treatment and brickmaking.
Travis Perkins builders’ merchant appoints new MD
Building materials supplier, Travis Perkins, has appointed Kieran Griffin as managing director for the group’s Travis Perkins builders’ merchant business following the retirement of Paul Tallentire.