How is modular technology helping institutions to build greener portfolios?
Modular technology solutions will be vital in helping institutions build greener portfolios, says Andrew Shepherd, managing director of modular housebuilder TopHat.
What are the next steps for making longer-lasting concrete?
Alessandro Tengattini, an instrument scientist at the Institut Laue-Langevin (ILL), discusses research aimed at creating longer-life concrete for greener infrastructure.
Building sustainable healthcare facilities
Taking into account budget constraints, net zero commitments and the wellbeing of occupants, construction professionals must consider developing more sustainable healthcare facilities. Steve Richmond of REHAU Building Solutions discusses how healthy design principles are key.
Has the time for UK modular housing finally come?
Make UK Modular launched in December 2021 as the voice of volumetric modular housebuilders. Head of policy Steve Cole discusses the state of play for the sector and the outlook for delivering greener, faster, better homes.
Time for change: Will the Grenfell Tower fire prove construction’s Piper...
The Building Safety Act is a welcome recognition that making safe buildings is a highly skilled operation, says Hywel Davies of the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers.
Morgan Sindall collaborate to run the Innovation Driven Procurement programme
Morgan Sindall, alongside Nottingham Trent University with funding from CITB are collaborating to run the Innovation Driven Procurement (IDP) to help small construction firms drive innovation in construction.
Diversity and Inclusivity: HS2 publishes annual EDI report
HS2 has published its annual EDI report, which showcases how the company is continuing to challenge the national supply chain and rail industry through diversity and inclusion.
Marshalls to be first UK concrete manufacturer to adopt CarbonCure Technologies
Marshalls plc has committed to becoming the first UK concrete manufacturer to adopt CarbonCure Technologies' carbon mineralisation technology.
Greater Manchester community sites granted free fibre broadband
17 Greater Manchester community sites have been granted free fibre broadband connectivity until 2025, as part of a digital infrastructure and inclusion programme from Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) and Virgin Media Business.
Protecting construction workers from silica dust: The “new asbestos”
As the intense focus on silica dust continues, Tim Turney from air monitoring equipment specialist Casella shares his insights on protecting construction workers.
£176m highways maintenance contract awarded to Balfour Beatty
Balfour Beatty Living Places has been awarded an eight-year, £176m highways maintenance contract by Buckinghamshire Council.
JV North appoints appoints modular contractors to MMC framework lot
North West housebuilding consortium, JV North has appointed eight modular contractors to its £560m modern methods of construction framework lot.
Turner & Townsend to deliver decarbonisation works for Norfolk County Council
Turner & Townsend has been appointed to deliver a new programme of public sector decarbonisation works for Norfolk County Council's real estate.
How can factory-built homes cut carbon?
Modular construction is playing a vital role in the construction sector’s battle to cut carbon emissions with factory-built homes, says Nick Hillard, ESG lead at Tide Construction.
Advantage Home Construction Insurance invests in a rebrand following a period...
The founders of structural defects warranty specialist Advantage Home Construction Insurance (AHCI) have invested in a rebrand and new website launch this summer, following the business’s rapid growth.
New managing director for Donaldson Timber Group
Donaldson Timber Group has appointed Steve Galbraith as the new managing director of two of its merchant retail and distribution subsidiary businesses.
New personal guarantee insurance available for self-builders
Self-builders who have secured a personal guarantee-backed loan can now protect their assets with personal guarantee insurance from Purbeck.
Kier appointed to deliver new ‘smart’ prison in East Yorkshire
Kier has been appointed to deliver a new Category C 'smart' prison in East Yorkshire to get more offenders into jobs and away from crime.
Wates bags later living contract in Hampstead Heath
Wates Construction has won a Pre-construction Services Agreement (PCSA) to build a luxury later living residence in Hampstead Heath for Riverstone
Solibri case study: Copenhagen Airport
Copenhagen Airport has around 100 projects every year to accommodate the needs of increasing number of passengers. With the help of BIM and Solibri, the quality of the projects has improved – in addition to achieving generous cost savings.
New urban park in Sheffield earns fulls marks from Considerate Constructors...
Henry Boot Construction receives full marks from the Considerate Constructors Scheme (CCS) for its urban park site in Sheffield.
Secured by Design showcases crime prevention garden at the Royal Horticultural...
A crime prevention garden that incorporates elements to deter burglars will be one of the show gardens on display at the Royal Horticultural Society’s Hyde Hall Summer Flower Show in August.
Governments sets out further details of Energy Bills Support Scheme
The UK government has set out further details of the Energy Bills Support Scheme where millions of households will be eligible to receive a non-repayable discount of £400 on their energy bills this winter.
EQUANS wins retrofit project with Birmingham City Council
Birmingham City Council has appointed EQUANS to deliver a retrofit project which will serve as a pilot for decarbonising 60,000 properties in the region.
New fire testing facilities support safety requirements for manufacturers
Chris Miles, business director at UL Solutions, explores the role of the new fire testing facilities being opened in the UK to drive industry change.
M-AR and Housing 21 mark major milestone on Doncaster retirement project
M-AR and Housing 21 have reached a major milestone on their latest Doncaster retirement project, which will be the largest net-zero retirement living scheme in England when complete.