Blenheim Palace roof restoration to cost £10.4m
A Blenheim Palace roof restoration is set to begin in 2025, costing £10.4m. Learn more about the heritage project here.
[VIDEO] GBC network calls for boldness at COP29
The GBC network is calling for government and industry to take a bolder stance on buildings at COP29. Read their message here.
The path to adopting AI in construction
Diligent upfront planning holds the key to success, writes Daniel Hewson, data capability manager for Elecosoft.
AI has arrived: Innovation, efficiency and sustainability are being transformed across...
Artificial intelligence promises to bring unparalleled advancements and efficiencies to the AEC/O industry. Charlie Sheridan, chief data and AI officer at Nemetschek Group, explains how.
Fire door inspection using DorTrak software
Boyd Group inspects 75 fire doors using cohesive and integrated DorTrak software from Fireco.
AtkinsRéalis to expand in Republic of Ireland
AtkinsRéalis is planning to expand in the Republic of Ireland after 25 years in the country. Read more about their plans here.
Understanding small sites and BNG requirements
Tara Garraty, biodiversity specialist and sustainability scientist at Tunley Environmental, breaks down the Small Sites Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) requirements.
RICS UK Construction Monitor shows positivity for 2025
The RICS UK Construction Monitor reveals that surveyors are positive about the future despite difficulties. Read more about the report here.
Decision on Mast Quay tower blocks expected next month
The planning inspectorate has stated that a Mast Quay tower blocks decision will come before the end of 2024. Learn more about the case here.
MPA says the construction mineral market is recovering
The latest MPA quarterly report shows promising signs of a recovering market. Learn more about the stats here.
Applications for payment: Seven reasons to switch from spreadsheets to automated...
Contractors and subcontractors submit, manage and certify applications for payment on a regular basis. However, many are still using spreadsheets to manage the process, despite there being other more accurate and cost-effective automated alternatives.
BPF merger in talks with two other associations
The British Property Federation (BPF) is in talks with the Association of Real Estate Funds and the Investment Property Forum about merging into one group.
Making mental health in construction everyone’s issue
Why does the stigma around mental health in construction persist? Sam Downie, managing director of Mates in Mind, examines the causes behind it and how we can break it down
The Building Safety Regulator celebrates its 1st birthday
With 12 months gone since the Building Safety Regulator took charge as building control authority for higher-risk buildings, it’s a chance to look back on the inaugural year, and look ahead to where improvements might be made.
October 2024 PMI’s show sector growth has slowed
The October 2024 PMI's have been released, showcasing a continuous slow-but-steady recovery. Find out more about the stats here.
Developer appointed for UK’s largest heat network
The SWAN Partnership has been established to create the UK's largest heat network. Read more about the project here.
Use of timber in the construction industry could help Government meet...
Robert Hairstans, the director of the Centre for Advanced Timber Technologies (CATT) at the New Model Institute of Technology and Engineering (NMITE), discusses how timber in the construction industry will help achieve UK Government goals for more homes and reduced emissions.
How secure is cloud-based CMMS?
Is a cloud-based CMMS truly more secure than traditional on-premises software? Let's dive into the comparison, debunk common misconceptions and see what real users have to say.
CPA calls for clarity between budget and government goals
The CPA has responded to a government article, asking to address contradictions between budget and government goals. Read the letter here.
White Paper insights: Non-combustible Cellular Glass Insulation for Inverted Roofs
Download our White Paper, titled “Cellular Glass Insulation as a Non-combustible Solution for Inverted Roofs,” for an in-depth analysis of the benefits and technical specifications of FOAMGLAS® INVATHERM™.
How can robotics and intelligent automation help address the global housing...
Robotics and intelligent automation can reshape modular construction, and contribute to solving the global housing shortage, writes Gilles Retsin, co-founder and chief technology officer/chief architect at Automated Architecture.
New smart hard hat will detect impacts and falls
A new smart hard hat designed to improve construction workers safety has been launched. Learn more about the smart equipment here.
Plans for England’s biggest onshore windfarm to be submitted
Plans for England's biggest onshore windfarm are due to be submitted this week. Learn more about the project here.
£500,000 likely lost to cladding fund fraud, says NAO
An NAO report and MHCLG investigation has found around half a million pounds has been lost to fraud from the cladding fund. Learn more here.
Sustainability in construction: Beyond the buzzwords
Sustainability cannot be achieved through shortcuts. However, construction companies that are genuinely embedding sustainable practices into their business and communicating them effectively are seeing long-term benefits.
Getting on the social value front foot ahead of February’s Procurement...
With the Procurement Act looming, the way construction firms see - and see fit to report on - social value has to change. Catherine Manning, programme director at MeasureUp and board trustee at Social Value International, explains why the sector must look beyond apprenticeships to stay apace in this emerging field