Entering a new season of intelligence with agentic AI, technology and...
In this article, Yves Padrines, CEO of the Nemetschek Group, explores how AI, technology and collaboration are driving a new era of intelligence and transformation across the global construction industry.
Heat pumps work. Simply.
From cold-climate performance to suitability for older buildings, heat pumps remain widely misunderstood. In reality, they are mechanically simple systems based on established principles of physics, with performance outcomes driven by design decisions rather than inherent limitations.
Why does UK construction fell thousands of mature trees each year?
Construction and redevelopment are reshaping towns, cities and industrial estates, but as part of that process, mature and veteran trees in these areas are becoming the real casualties - more often seen as obstacles rather than assets.
UK construction careers make list of fastest growing jobs, but skills...
The LinkedIn Jobs on the Rise list contains several UK construction careers, but the construction skills gap is still being reflected.
New specialist engineering and construction training facility for the North East...
A £14.7m specialist engineering and construction training facility is set to be delivered in Thornaby, designed to address skills shortages and meet core industrial demand across the Tees Valley.
Marrons reinforces heritage capability with director-level appointment
As a new director in the West Midlands, Lucy Nicholson will focus on growing the presence of the Marrons heritage team.
Apprenticeship system reform and workforce initiatives: what construction leaders need to...
The government has unveiled more details on the £725 million overhaul of the apprenticeship system, signalling a continued push to rebuild the skills pipeline and to tackle long-term labour shortages.
BMF industry forecast predicts no real growth until H2 2026
The Builders Merchants Federation has released their forecast for 2026, stating that growth is not likely until the second half of 2026.
Planning permission secured for Leeds United stadium expansion
Planning permission has been granted for an expansion to the Leeds United stadium, Elland Road. Seating capacity will be boosted to 53,000.
Part L in practice: Bridging energy efficiency design and building control
Hertfordshire Building Control's Rachel LeGood explores the changes brought about the 2021 Part L updates- and how the 2025 Future Homes & Buildings Standard goes further on energy efficiency design.
Muse selected for 10,000 home Bristol Temple Quarter scheme
Muse has been selected by Bristol Temple Quarter LLP (BTQ LLP) as its preferred development partner for Temple Meads West and St Philip’s Marsh.
FMB: Need for UK construction mentoring “never been more urgent”
The Federation of Master Builders has released a statement supporting firms to fund further mentoring schemes to close the skills gap.
The hidden cost of poor RFI management
Newforma’s own RFI overview and guidance frames RFIs as formal clarification that helps protect quality, reduce rework, and keep workflows smooth.
Application for Rhydycar West allowed to proceed, despite planner recommendations
Despite recommendations against the project, Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council has allowed the Rhydycar West project to continue.
Building Heroes partnership launches new construction skills academy for veterans
A new partnership between Lovell, Morgan Sindall Construction and Building Heroes launches sponsorship of the Building Heroes Darlington Skills Academy.
New Homes England regeneration leader appointed
John Reid has been announced as the new Homes England regeneration leader and is set to join the agency in March.
Why specialist expertise is essential to preserve the UK’s built heritage...
The nation’s built heritage represents a tangible link to our cultural past. Historic buildings, monuments and landmarks are the architectural legacy of previous generations, demonstrating their styles and fashion, innovations, craftmanship and ability to build with the materials to hand.
Over 20% of built environment workers have considered changing profession
New research has shown that more than 20% of built environment workers have considered leaving the profession in the wake of change.
December 2025 construction PMI shows continued decline
The December 2025 construction PMI shows a continued sorry state, but with an improved confidence colouring the new year.
Construction firm fined £60,000 after worker injured following fall from height...
Ace Infra Ltd pleaded guilty after a wall collapsed, causing an employee to fall through an unprotected floor opening onto a concrete floor and suffer multiple fractures and a dislocated shoulder.
Former Carillion directors fined by financial authority
Former Carillion directors Richard Adam and Zafar Khan have both been fined for misleading the market before the company's collapse.
University of Cambridge joins CCBP Academic Advisory Group
The University of Cambridge’s Department of Engineering and the Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership have joined the Centre for Construction Best Practice’s Academic Advisory Group. The partnership reinforces the centre’s ambition to strengthen collaboration between industry and academia through evidence-based research in the built environment.
AI is not about cutting-edge; it’s human-centric technology
In AI, it’s not about simply being cutting-edge; it’s about designing human-centric technology built around real people and their daily workflows, says Charles Sheridan, chief data & AI officer at Nemetschek Group.
Welsh cowboy builders cost £239m, FMB investigation finds
The Federation of Master Builders is once again calling for a builder licensing scheme, as they find that Welsh cowboy builders cost homeowners millions.
Breaking down barriers: How digital collaboration can unlock offsite housing delivery
Is the construction industry ready to transform – or just talking about it? A recent Trimble-panel discussion hosted by the Offsite Alliance brought together industry experts to explore how offsite construction methods can deliver on the UK’s (very) ambitious housing targets, the value of the “kit of parts” approach and the move to industrialised construction.
The Building Safety Act: Clarity, accountability and better buildings
The Building Safety Act is the biggest suite of improvements to building and fire safety in living memory. Implementing it is challenging for both the government and industry. Experts from the multidisciplinary construction consultancy Watts Group advise about how to respond effectively and deliver future-proof buildings.