Sterling launches cost & carbon Forecasting Module to revolutionise construction planning
Sterling has unveiled its innovative Forecasting Module, a powerful tool designed to streamline project scheduling, optimise resources, and improve forecasting accuracy.
The role of BIM in revolutionising road construction projects
BIM technology is revolutionising road construction by greatly enhancing project efficiency, communication, and sustainability.
Willmott Dixon appointed to build £23m net zero school
Willmott Dixon have been appointed to deliver Hopescourt School, a SEND and Net Zero in Operation school in Surrey.
National Highways could drive housing delivery, say Lichfields
Lichfields have published a report into how National Highways is well positioned to help drive housing delivery in the UK, in line with new government goals.
Data-supported placemaking proven effective in Scottish government report
The PlaceTech Innovation Lab Report demonstrates how using data, technologies, and workflows in innovative ways can improve decisions within planning, placemaking, infrastructure investment and performance.
Hatfield’s One Town Centre development achieves Secured by Design Gold Awards
Residential apartments and commercial units within Hatfield’s One Town Centre development have achieved Secured by Design (SBD) Gold Awards for their security features, the highest recognition for excellence in security and crime prevention.
UPDATED: BSI launch fire safety standard update
BSI have revealed when they will publish a new fire safety standard update. Learn more about the update and publication date here.
Exploring the impacts of metaverse adoption on AEC and BIM workflows
By providing virtual walkthroughs and real-time collaboration, the metaverse streamlines project visualisation and enhances stakeholder communication..
Scottish Water accepting bids for new water infrastructure enterprise
Scottish Water has opened bids for Delivery Vehicle 4, the latest investment programme for water infrastructure throughout the country.
The need for hybrid-built homes continues to grow
Housebuilders must look for practical solutions such as hybrid built homes as the industry faces hefty housebuilding targets, tight budgets and programmes, and the need for sustainability.
HS2 bridges affected by Severfield welding issues
An ongoing situation with Severfield welding issues has affected 12 bridges, including nine HS2 bridges requiring remediation work.
HS2 announces new rail systems contractors
HS2 have announced four winners of their rail systems contracts programme to deliver the next stages of the railway.
140 year old Queen Alexandra’s House to undergo sustainability upgrade
Queen Alexandra's House has undergone a survey by Pick Everard to upgrade the listed building's sustainability.
Glenigan Construction Industry Forecast predicts boom from 2025
The latest Glenigan Construction Industry Forecast predicts increase in project starts and economic growth in 2025 and 2026.
BPF calls for Invest 2035 paper to focus on property growth
The BPF has sent a submission to the latest industrial strategy green paper, Invest 2035, stating the property sector will be crucial to economic growth.
Gotham City project rises: How BIM helped to transform 40 Leadenhall...
40 Leadenhall Street is one of the largest buildings ever receiving planning permission in the City of London. Despite this, issues have been rare in the skyscraper’s construction, largely accredited to the interaction of 3D platforms and workflows.
Contract Works Insurance: Safeguarding your project from start to finish
Clarke Williams takes an in-depth look at how the contract works insurance covers ongoing projects, protects against unexpected events, and ensures that UK contractors and developers can complete their jobs without undue financial strain.
Improving business field operations at Road Expo Scotland
Visit Road Expo Scotland to discover how Re-flow’s field management software solves lag-inducing processes.
Beginners Guide to BIM: Demystifying building information modeling for all designers
The Vectorworks 'Beginners Guide to BIM' is tailored for novices in Building Information Modeling (BIM) seeking a smoother integration of BIM into their design workflows.
UPDATE: Winners announced for £80m National Professional Services Framework – full...
Procure Partnerships Framework reveals the 95 consultants awarded a place on its National Professional Services Framework, with 80% of them being SMEs.
Revolutionising construction estimating with Sterling Smart Builder
Experience the power of drag-and-drop simplicity in cost planning, transforming estimates from the ground up with unparalleled transparency and flexibility.
NHBC invests £100M in Multi-Skills Training Hubs
As part of the government's plans to get Britain building again, NHBC launches the first 12 new multi-skills training hubs, backed by its £100 million investment to tackle UK house-building skills shortage.
RICS joins Antwerp Declaration to make industry more sustainable
RICS has announced their endorsement of the Antwerp Declaration, supporting sustainability in the construction industry.
CITB training courses receive duration update
The Construction Industry Training Board has announced standards updates to their training programmes, along with grant updates.
Government to tackle skills shortage with apprenticeship skills hubs
The government has announced the creation of 32 apprenticeship skills hubs to tackle the skills shortage and boost house building.
UK Construction Week 2024: Insights, challenges and innovations
For Re-flow, attending events like UK Construction Week 2024 (1-3 October) at the Birmingham NEC is an invaluable opportunity to digest and process the latest developments shaping the construction industry, and to gain key insights into current challenges and opportunities.