CAP could save the UK construction industry billions, say Costain
Connected and Autonomous Plant (CAP) could save the construction industry billions according to the latest Costain report.
[VIDEO] World’s largest crane lifts final ring at Hinkley Point C
The final steel liner ring for Hinkley Point C has been lifted by Big Carl, the world's largest crane at 250m tall.
COWI appointed to help bring sustainable heat to Dublin Docklands
The RPS Group has appointed COWI to assist in delivering sustainable heat to homes and buildings in Dublin's Docklands.
First construction sector climate guide to be produced
The first construction sector climate guide is to be produced, allowing for guided management of climate change risks in land development.
Maximising construction profit margins with document control software
Part of Newforma's Essential Strategies to Protect Your Construction Profit Margins series, this section focuses on effective tactics to avoid profit erosion and manage costs via document control.
UVAC warns against apprenticeship funding plans
UVAC have issued a statement warning that the new apprenticeship funding plans are dangerous for the industry.
Construction industry reacts to new industrial strategy
Yesterday the new industrial strategy was announced with no mention of construction. Today, industry experts share their opinion.
Plans submitted for large new town in East London
Plans have been submitted for a new town in East London, along the Thames bank, and backed by the London mayor, Sadiq Khan.
Updated HPE sealant from FSi Promat to support healthier work environment
This October, FSi Promat will launch a reformulated version of its PyroPro HPE sealant to support healthier working practices in the construction industry.
Building diversity and inclusion in construction
Following the shock closure of Women into Construction, Neela Ahmed of E1 asks what next for addressing the barriers to greater diversity and inclusion in construction.
Manchester’s largest office building to be revamped
Manchester's largest office building is set to be revitalised as a part of a project centred on sustainability.
Munster Joinery renew SBD membership
One of the largest manufacturers of energy efficient windows and doors in Europe, Munster Joinery, have renewed their membership with the police Secured by Design (SBD) initiative.
Quelfire moves premises to new Cheshire location
Quelfire has announced that they will be moving to new premises in Wardle, Cheshire, in later October 2024.
Meeting Affordable Housing Challenges with ICF
As the industry works on how to hit the government's housing targets, the ICFA discusses a relatively underutilised form of MMC - ICF.
New government industrial strategy launches- with no mention of construction
A new government industrial strategy has been launched alongside a new advisory council in time for the international investment summit.
Kognitive joins Sterling DCS’ Implementer Programme to drive innovation and sustainability
Sterling DCS has announced the addition of Kognitive to the Implementer Programme, a partner scheme designed to deliver customised, sustainable construction technology.
CIF construction safety campaign launches
The CIF construction safety campaign launches today, running health and safety events up to the 25th of October.
Engineering services alliance welcomes retentions reporting legislation
ActuateUK, the engineering services alliance, has praised the introduction of cash retentions reporting legislation.
CONTAINEX CLASSIC Line XL: More space, more options for construction sites
Enjoy 20% more space and new possibilities for construction sites with the CONTAINEX CLASSIC Line XL module.
Secure your tickets for the Specifier Summit 2024
As the inaugural Specifier Summit (7 November) draws closer, learn more about who’ll be there, and the value in what they’ll have to say.
Government warned they will miss housing targets by a third
Research has shown that the government is likely to miss housing targets by 95,000 per year, or one third, at current pace.
Industry reacts to 0.4% fall in ONS construction output stats
The ONS released their construction output statistics last month, and industry experts have given their reactions to the stats.
Calls for more promotion for young women in construction
The director of Horgan Homes, Sophie Horgan is calling for more action on promoting construction careers for young women.
Liverpool Sustainable Property Group conference reveals key learnings
The Liverpool City Region Sustainable Property Group held their second annual conference, and have revealed the key findings from the meeting.
Developing a new framework for waste management in construction
Jamie Roberts at Reconomy outlines the key principles of their new waste management framework to improve waste disposal strategies.
New SFS brochure demonstrates adaptability and versatility of Isoweld®
The new Isoweld® brochure from SFS highlights how the field fixing system needs 50% fewer fixings for thermal insulation compared with traditional applications.