INWED25: Top awards in UK-wide ICE CityZen competitions won by three...
On International Women in Engineering Day, the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) is proud to announce that for the first time, the Gold, Silver, and Bronze winners in its UK-wide CityZen Award are all female students.
CIBSE celebrates operational excellence at Measuring Performance and Facilities Management Conference
CIBSE’s Measuring Performance and Facilities Management Conference brought together leading voices from across the built environment to explore the evolving landscape of building performance and operational excellence.
Northumbria University awarded EU funding for 3D-printed construction research
Northumbria University has been awarded a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Fellowship to study low-carbon, 3D-printed construction materials.
Construction industry reacts to new infrastructure strategy
The UK construction industry has been energised by the government's 10 year infrastructure strategy announcements- read more about their reactions here.
Stelling Properties invests in emergency housing sector
Stelling Properties has made a £3m investment into the emergency housing sector to tackle the rise in homelessness.
A construction apprenticeships overhaul: It’s time to take responsibility
Julie Deeley, director of operations at EN:Able Futures, shares her insights on what changes to construction apprenticeships mean in reality.
Supporting sustainable, profitable growth – Re-flow’s new CFO, Will Brown
Re-flow are excited to welcome our new Chief Financial Officer, Will Brown. The appointment will aid us in our continued growth and help to strategically plan our future.
Meet the new Newforma: industry-leading project and information management provider introduces...
First-of-its-kind, must-have solution revolutionises communication and information management efficiency for AECO teams.
Nemetschek Group and Nesma Infrastructure & Technology sign MoU to drive...
The Nemetschek Group, a global leader in software solutions for the Architecture, Engineering, Construction & Operations (AEC/O) industry, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Nesma Infrastructure & Technology (NIT), a renowned Saudi Arabian infrastructure and technology firm.
Yellow heat health alert prompts Actis reminder on heat-deflecting properties of...
With temperatures predicted to reach 33 degrees in parts of England this weekend, and a yellow heat health alert issued for most of the country, insulation specialist Actis is reminding builders, merchants and specifiers of the role insulation has to play in helping mitigate the impact of extreme temperatures.
Smart Buildings Group relaunched as UK is poised to lead smart...
At a parliamentary reception this week, trade association BEAMA relaunched the Smart Buildings Group and urged government to support industry and the supply chain in driving smart energy manufacturing.
New UK infrastructure strategy published with housing top priority
The new 10-year UK infrastructure strategy has today been published, outlining priorities in funding for the next decade.
Thurston Group secures three major MMC framework contracts
Thurston Group have been awarded places on three major MMC framework contracts prioritising modular buildings.
Is your building project ready for the EU’s smart and green...
How structured data and the IISRI methodology are setting a new standard for Smart Readiness assessment.
New Construction Industry Council chair appointed
Ian Brant has been appointed as the new Construction Industry Council chair, succeeding Dr Wei Yang OBE after their two year tenure.
Lessons to improve worker mental health in construction
According to the latest Health and Safety at Work Report, the current rate of work-related ill health is still higher than the levels seen pre-Covid – a level that had previously been broadly consistent without rising.
Why the future of construction procurement belongs to the fast, the...
In a sector where margins are razor thin and deadlines are non-negotiable, outdated procurement practices are holding contractors back.
£39bn affordable homes boost will require focus on MMC and more...
Insulation specialist Actis has welcomed the £39bn affordable housing investment announced in this week's government spending review - but reiterates that offsite construction and training more builders will be key to the delivery of such homes over the coming decade.
National Housing Bank to build over half a million homes
The National Housing Bank is receiving both public and private investment to deliver more than 500,000 new homes.
Two more years of delays for HS2 after “litany of failures”
Transport secretary Heidi Alexander announced the delays to the Commons today, saying there is "no reasonable way" that HS2 will be delivered on the current schedule.
HS2 subcontractor fraud case sent to HMRC
A HS2 subcontractor fraud case has been sent to HMRC following an investigation by HS2 Ltd that began last year.
Homes England acquires Ripon Barracks for 1,300 new homes
Ripon Barracks has been released by the Ministry of Defence to Homes England, making way for 1,300 new homes.
Unlocking the future of construction procurement: the power of data-driven solutions
As the demand for faster, more efficient, and cost-effective project delivery grows, traditional procurement methods are becoming outdated and inefficient.
Driving Collaboration with Software for Civil Engineers
From more efficient feedback processes to better accuracy, Bluebeam is helping structural and civil engineers work faster – and smarter.
Five ways that frameworks help public sector budgets go further
Clive Feeney, CEO of LHC Procurement Group explores how frameworks can maximise the potential of public sector budgets.
Finalists for Manchester Prize AI competition announced
The 10 finalists for the Manchester Prize, an AI innovation competition for UK industry, have been announced.