World first: Brick-and-concrete multi-residential building earns DGNB Platinum
Danfoss House in Sønderborg has become the world’s first brick-and-concrete multi-residential building to achieve the DGNB Platinum certification.
McLaren secures contract for largest Passivhaus retrofit
The £100m contract includes the retrofit and extension of an existing 1950s building for the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE).
Civil engineers and planners need to go hand in hand
Lance Gudger, construction director at O’Brien Contractors, discusses the need for improved co-operation between civil engineers and planners.
Nuclear construction reform needed to bypass barriers, says Taskforce
In its first-ever report, the Nuclear Taskforce is calling for a 'radical reset' in nuclear construction to tackle costly and complex regulatory barriers that are holding back British projects from proceeding.
CLT construction: Building smarter, faster, and greener with Lamella
In an era where speed, sustainability, and occupant wellbeing are increasingly critical, Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) is transforming the construction landscape. CLT is more than a structural material: it’s a smarter, cleaner, and faster way to build.
New Technical Excellence Colleges to train 40,000 construction workers
The government has announced new Technical Excellence Colleges to deliver high-demand construction skills to over 40,000 people by 2029.
Industry specialists warn of risks after landmark cladding deadline brought forward
The government’s Remediation Acceleration Plan imposes legally binding deadlines to ensure that unsafe cladding on high-rise buildings in England is fully remediated by 2029, intensifying pressure on manufacturers to deliver faster, safer, and fully compliant façade solutions.
3D printing powers faster, cheaper nuclear construction
Oak Ridge Lab’s 3D-printed concrete forms slash nuclear reactor build times and costs, marking a major leap in nuclear construction.
New water standards propel wider adoption of SuDS
The release of the Independent Water Commission’s Final Report—bolstered by fresh legislation and tougher national standards—heralds a new era for SuDS with water companies and developers poised to adopt them on an unprecedented scale, says Alex Stephenson, director of SuDSPlanter.
Council buildings hold potential for 25,000 homes, says housing report
Housing charity Habitat for Humanity GB has released new research revealing that the number of vacant council properties is increasing, locking away thousands of potential homes.
New CEO to lead Homes England housing and regeneration agenda
Amy Rees CB will help to tackle the housing crisis head-on by accelerating the delivery of new homes as the new CEO of Homes England.
112m-long HS2 bridge ready to be positioned in Birmingham
A 112m long, 1,631 tonne steel HS2 bridge is ready to be positioned in Birmingham, using 'first time' techniques.
Access seen as all-important for a smooth festival journey
Ian Streets, managing director of About Access, explores the lessons to be learned from the comprehensive access policies at the Glastonbury Festival.
London Chinese Embassy plans raise alarm bells for Downing Street
Plans for a new London Chinese Embassy have several rooms, including in the basement, redacted, causing security concerns for Downing Street.
Manchester asbestos exposure risks lead to HSE fine
A Manchester asbestos exposure risk has caused a construction firm to receive a fine from the Health and Safety Executive.
SMBL select Mace for British Library development
The development, on behalf of the British Library’s development partner SMBL(subsidiary of Mitsui Fudosan UK Ltd.) will be worth £1.1bn.
Plans for tallest building in Wales announced
The new plans for the tower development in Cardiff would tower over the existing record holder, Swansea’s 29-storey Meridian Tower, at 50 storeys.
Construction firms invest in AI – but most still at “entry...
Construction companies are investing in AI, cybersecurity and cloud platforms, but most are still in the early stages of their digital transformation journey, according to a new survey.
Beyond the bricks: how the construction industry is battling a talent...
In 2025, the UK construction sector confronts an escalating talent crisis. With many experienced tradespeople approaching retirement and fewer apprentices entering the workforce, firms are scrambling to maintain delivery rates amid ambitious housing targets.
Fireco’s DorMag Pro: a wireless revolution in fire door retention
DorMag Pro is a magnetic door retainer that discreetly holds open a fire door and releases it automatically when a fire alarm is triggered.
Nemetschek Group: Q2 2025 with very strong revenue growth of +30.5%...
The Nemetschek Group has continued its very strong and profitable growth in the second quarter of 2025, increasing growth estimates by 5%.
Finalists of 2025 Going Digital Awards announced
Bentley Systems has announced the finalists for the 2025 Going Digital Awards, which recognise infrastructure engineering companies, construction firms and owner-operators who are transforming project delivery and asset performance through digital innovation.
TfGM rail procurement process launched for £1.6bn
A new Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) rail procurement process has been launched with contracts expected to begin in 2027.
Working in a heatwave: What are your rights?
There are no laws specifying when the temperature is too hot to work; however, employers have a duty of care to ensure adequate safety when working in a heatwave, or they can face a lawsuit.
Glider appoints new CEO and CRO to accelerate growth
Glider, a leading provider of asset information management and digital handover solutions for the built environment, has announced the appointment of Jayne Archbold as chief executive officer and managing partner and Richard Farnworth as chief revenue officer, marking a new chapter in the company’s growth journey.
World’s first internal curing concrete additive launched in UAE
Asian Paints’ internal curing concrete additive could save a potential eight billion litres annually in the UAE.