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The two extensions for the HS2 anti-sonic boom tunnel

First HS2 anti-sonic boom tunnel completed

Extensions have been added to the Chiltern Tunnel to prevent sonic booms as the train travels over 200mph from the entrance.
The RICS property survey March 2025 shows house prices have remained flat

RICS property survey March 2025 shows little growth

The RICS property survey March 2025 shows little growth as the line remains flat throughout most of the UK.
HMP Millsike

HMP Millsike, UK’s first ‘all electric’ prison, officially opens

The UK’s first all-electric prison, developed by Pick Everard, Kier and the MoJ, has officially opened in York.
ONS stats February 2025 shows a mild growth in construction output

ONS stats February 2025 shows mild growth for industry

ONS stats February 2025 show a monthly growth in construction output, but a flat line for quarterly output.
In today’s fast-paced, cost-sensitive, and sustainability-driven construction environment, procurement has become a major pressure point

Power up your buyer: the smarter way to take control of...

Procurement has always been a vital part of construction. But in today’s fast-paced, cost-sensitive, and sustainability-driven environment, it’s also become a major pressure point.

[Video] Fireco: 80 new fire doors required for residential flats in...

Situated within walking distance of Regent’s Park, Lord’s View One is a purpose-built residential block overlooking Lord’s Cricket Ground, in St. John’s Wood, London. As the building has recently been fully refurbished, it was a timely opportunity to upgrade the fire doors.

AEC software: bridging the global labour gap

The UK construction industry urgently needs more people. Our latest eBook unpacks how AEC software is helping bridge the global labour gap.
Worsbrough reservoir in the village of Worsbrough, Barnsley in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, the same region that the Doncaster Sheffield Airport is located

Doncaster Sheffield Airport receives government support to reopen

Doncaster Sheffield Airport is set to receive a £30m investment as the government backs the mayor's plans to reopen the hub.
The CIC housing target inquiry will gather evidence to help the 1.5m new homes target

CIC housing target inquiry calls for evidence

A new CIC housing target inquiry has been launched with calls for evidence regarding the question around the 1.5m new homes target.
The MPA calls on NISTA to boost UK infrastructure delivery

MPA call on NISTA to boost infrastructure delivery

The MPA call on NISTA to boost delivery of major infrastructure projects, as in recent years infrastructure such as HS2 have seen delays.
The Thames flood prediction tool helps ensure there is enough time for barrier maintenance

Thames flood prediction tool calculates barrier maintenance time

A Thames flood prediction tool is being used to calculate the average number of times the Thames Barrier needs to be closed per year.
Solibri now offers the world’s leading model checker in the cloud for both Revit and OpenBIM with Solibri Checkpoint

From risk to reliability with Solibri’s cloud-based BIM model validation

For over 25 years, Solibri has been dedicated to ensuring model quality within open standards. It now offers the world’s leading model checker in the cloud for both Revit and OpenBIM.
Here’s how one easy-to-use resource scheduling package can overhaul your workflow and transform your business – by providing full visibility

Smart resource scheduling: gain speed, clarity, and flexibility

Here’s how one easy-to-use package can overhaul your workflow and transform your business – by providing full visibility and a suite of intuitive management tools.
The new NISTA council will support infrastructure delivery in the UK

New NISTA council appointed for 2025

A new NISTA council has been appointed to support the government body in its decision making for infrastructure projects.
The planning bill environmental impact has been criticised by 30+ nature groups

Nature groups send letter regarding planning bill environmental impact

A group of UK nature groups have sent a letter to the government criticising the planning bill environmental impact.
Pan-European insulation specialist Actis, which is determined to encourage more sustainable construction manufacturers, is keen to share its “doing more with less” and “inspired by nature” principles with fellow professionals

Hybris & Eolis HC insulation: Actis shares its ‘inspired by nature’...

Pan-European insulation specialist Actis, which is determined to encourage more sustainable construction manufacturers, is keen to share its “doing more with less” and “inspired by nature” principles with fellow professionals.
Artist impression of the new Cambridge waste water plant and surrounding land

[VIDEO] Cambridge waste water plant granted permission to relocate

The Cambridge waste water plant has been granted permission to relocate to North East Cambridge as part of regeneration efforts.
A multibillion-pound Universal theme park in Bedford will create 20,000 jobs in construction and bring in 8 million visitors a year

Universal selects Bedford for first European theme park

A multibillion-pound Universal theme park in Bedfordshire is projected to create 20,000 jobs in construction and bring in 8 million visitors a year.
Aerial view of Cambridge North, delivered by the Network Rail property company

Network Rail property company to bring first homes in Cambridge

The Network Rail property company is working with the Blocwork JV to deliver a residential area in Cambridge North.
As the demand for more efficient and cost-effective project delivery grows, traditional procurement methods are becoming outdated

Unlocking the future of construction procurement: the power of data-driven solutions

The construction industry is evolving rapidly, and procurement is no exception. As the demand for faster, more efficient, and cost-effective project delivery grows, traditional procurement methods are becoming outdated and inefficient.
The Scottish electricity network investment will upgrade Scotlands power lines and transformers, such as those seen here

SSEN announce Scottish electricity distribution investment

SSEN has announced a new Scottish electricity distribution investment programme with five companies leading the delivery.
In 2026, The Stone Show & Hard Surfaces will relaunch as 'Stone & Surfaces', swapping its biennial schedule for an annual show

Media 10 acquires The Stone Show & Hard Surfaces – with...

In 2026, The Stone Show & Hard Surfaces will relaunch as 'Stone & Surfaces'.
The Scottish Heat in Buildings bill will no longer require home owners to replace their heat systems legally

Scottish Heat in Buildings bill scraps legal requirement

An announcement has been made stating that the Scottish Heat in Buildings bill is having its legal requirements removed.
Lora Brill left and Claire Racine right, Ramboll's new sustainability leads

Ramboll boosts building sustainability team with promotion and new senior hire

Ramboll has promoted Lora Brill to global head of sustainability for buildings and Claire Racine has joined the team as UK head of sustainability for buildings.
Concept of a balcony in the London Liverpool Street plan

Network Rail submits London Liverpool Street planning application

A London Liverpool Street planning application has been submitted by Network Rail, promising to allow 200m passengers per year.
Professional Heavy Industry Worker Wearing Helmet Welding Inside Oil and Gas Pipe. Construction of the Oil, Natural Gas and Biofuels Transport Pipeline. Industrial Manufacturing Factory, representing hinkley point c strike

Hinkley Point C tunnellers strike called off

Over 100 tunnellers working on a Balfour Beatty contract at Hinkley Point C were due to go on strike today regarding a pay dispute.