Making Ireland a world leader in MMC
Ireland can become a world leader in offsite and MMC, but needs policy support in order to digitalise and decarbonise construction, write Paul Tierney, CEO of MMC Ireland, and Pat Kirwan, chair of MMC Ireland’s Policy & Support Integration working group.
How Build Warranty’s structural warranties and expert surveyors are meeting post-Grenfell...
At Build Warranty, we have been closely monitoring the impact of the Grenfell Inquiry on the construction sector, particularly in relation to safety, accountability, and the growing demand for reputable structural warranties.
Pioneering innovation in port operations: How UMEX uses Nemetschek’s dTwin
Discover how UMEX, a leading port operator, seized the opportunity to use Nemetschek’s dTwin to create a one - stop - platform for data from its entire suite of solutions.
Glider acquires EDocuments to enhance digital information management in the built...
Glider, an innovator in information management solutions for the built environment, today announced the acquisition of EDocuments, a leading provider of O&M documentation.
Green skills gap in young people means UK will struggle to...
70% of young people surveyed for a report from Groundworks and ESS have never received any information on careers that could help fill green skills gap.
MADE Partnership: Homes England, Barratt and Lloyds form housebuilding JV
Barratt, Lloyds Banking Group and government body Homes England will each contribute £50m to the new housebuilding private-public joint venture 'MADE Partnership'.
The pressing need for industry standards in geospatial information
As geospatial information becomes critical for modern construction projects, who is measuring the measurement?
UK Construction Week 2024: see innovation and sustainability in focus
With over 20,000 visitors, 300 exhibitors, and 300 expert speakers, UK Construction Week’s will cover everything from digital advancements to sustainability.
How retrofitting can help solve the UK’s housing crisis
The team at Buro Happold examine what is needed to answer the UK's housing crisis- and how retrofitting can help make use of over one million empty homes.
We cannot rely on paper-based certification post-Grenfell, says CARES
The chief executive of the UK Certification Authority for Reinforcing Steels (CARES) has said that paper-based certification can no longer be relied on after the failings that led to Grenfell, calling for "secure, fully digital formats".
Final deck segment lowered into place in Britain’s new longest rail...
The Colne Valley Viaduct has officially become the UK's new longest rail bridge at 3.4km or 2.1 miles, after two years of construction.
Construction industry reacts to the Phase 2 Grenfell Inquiry report
The UK construction industry is reflecting on the findings of the Phase 2 Grenfell Inquiry report, which found "systemic dishonesty" from both building control professionals and manufacturers.
Can a director still be sued for negligence even once a...
2024 has seen several high profile construction firms collapse- even raising questions of negligence and culpability for some. Scott Williams, director at Clarke Williams Ltd, examines the issue.
Could AI visualisation solve Britain’s great retrofit challenge?
Martin Huber, CEO and co-founder of 3D modelling and spatial data company Metaroom by Amrax, discusses why VR and AI visualisation will be key enablers of Britain’s’ retrofit revolution.
Winvic debuts remote control tower crane on Birmingham site
Winvic Construction has utilised Skyline Cockpit, a remote control tower crane, in a purpose built student accommodation(PBSA) in Birmingham.
August PMIs show output growth across UK construction sector
The August 2024 PMIs showed a continued recovery in UK construction output, attributed to robust new order growth and a more supportive economic background.
Facilities management strategies and technologies to accommodate the shift to hybrid...
Facility managers must embrace agile new strategies and technologies to accommodate shift to hybrid work, writes Jonathan Weindel, head of data analytics at Envoy.
Securiclad expands Secured by Design accredited range
Designers and manufacturers of modular high security composite panel systems, Securiclad, have added to their range of Secured by Design (SBD) accredited products.
Vectorworks Landmark 2024 listed as a standout new product of the...
Green Industry Pros has selected global design and BIM software provider Vectorworks, Inc. as a winner of the 2024 Editor’s Choice Award for its landscape-specific product, Vectorworks Landmark 2024.
[VIDEO]HS2 celebrates project’s first completed viaduct
The 163m long Highfurlong Brook Viaduct, near the village of Aston le Walls, is the first completed viaduct on the HS2 project.
How software improves poor collaboration and communication in construction
BIM, IPD and field management software are all key to enhancing collaboration in construction, as Re-flow explores the communication challenges that could be hold your business back.
OFFSITE EXPO: Showcasing international best practice and transformative technologies
With precision focus on the advancements that are bringing transformative change to the construction environment, Offsite Expo will be held at the Coventry Building Society Arena from 17–18 September.
CE marking recognition deadline pushed back indefinitely, minister confirms
In a statement to Parliament, minister Rushanara Ali confirmed that the previous deadline of 30 June 2025 for recognising CE marking has been extended, with the future date not set.
Data shows 2,300 residential buildings still have unsafe cladding
The latest government data shows that there are 2,300 residential buildings 11m or higher that still need remediation work on unsafe cladding.
UK’s first anti-mould supported housing project completed
Developer Blueprint has unveiled the UK's first anti-mould supported housing project, the first project of its kind in the UK to use infrared wallpaper technology.
Craig Tatton to take over as Tilbury Douglas CEO
Current Tilbury Douglas chief executive officer(CEO) Paul Gandy will step down in November as he prepares to become president of the Chartered Institute of Building.