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How can digital solutions accelerate construction technology adoption on site?
In conversation with one of SymTerra’s users, Tony Bowman of Rescue 2 - confined space and technical rescue – we can see exactly how digital solutions are transforming life on (and off) site for workers across the construction supply chain.
Is it time for timber in UK construction to go mainstream?
In September, Timber Development UK became the largest timber supply chain body in the UK following the merger of the Timber Trade Federation and TRADA, bringing together more than 1,500 businesses. As TDUK looks ahead to the future of the timber trade sector, TDUK chief executive Dave Hopkins asks whether timber in UK construction has a larger role to play.
Investing in the future of UK manufacturing with the new Etex...
Leading lightweight construction manufacturer Etex is set to double the Bristol-based production capacity for its Siniat brand upon the opening of its plasterboard factory expansion, which comes at a time when material shortages continue to put pressure on the supply chain.
Elecosoft: Creating ownership and consistency with a dynamic information system
Managing your specifications and design standards in a central dynamic information system allows for credible, up-to-date information to be cascaded and communicated to not just your internal colleagues, but the wider build and fit-out supply chain for your business
Search begins for manager for HS2 hybrid capital investment fund
The HS2 hybrid capital investment fund needs a fund manager to oversee the £50m fund, a joint endeavour between HS2 Ltd, the Department for Transport and HS2’s supply chain.
Payapps: How applications for payment processing have improved visibility and risk...
With a culture of knowledge-sharing, adopting best practices, and embracing new ideas, Bouygues UK recognised the benefits of streamlining applications for payment. In this article, we explain how the company has adopted Payapps to improve efficiency, visibility, and risk management across the supply chain.
August construction PMIs show construction activity continues to dip amid economic...
The August construction PMI data shows that whilst supply chain pressures are easing, overall construction activity is continuing to slow down and stagnate under the influence of economic uncertainty.
Balfour Beatty 2022 half year results show strong financial performance
Balfour Beatty 2022 half year results show strong financial performance across the portfolio despite global instabilities and supply chain issues.
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.
Digital transformation and payment management in construction
This eBook from cloud-based construction payment management software company Payapps explores the future of supply chain payments in the construction industry.
How procurement can improve building safety
The political spotlight has remained firmly fixed on how the industry can improve building safety in the first half of 2022. While progress towards the Hackitt Review recommendations is slowly being made, there is a continued need to revisit and reform processes at procurement level and through the whole supply chain.
Galliford Try launches new Net Zero Partners programme
Galliford Try has announced the launch its new Net Zero Partners programme, which is an initiative to collaborate with its supply chain and design consultants to help the industry reach its net-zero carbon target.
Why public sector procurement holds many of the keys to levelling...
Values-based procurement has a crucial part to play in driving economic equity. LHC Group interim chief executive Elaine Elkington explains why, exploring the role of public sector procurement in delivering quality housing for all and supporting a more diverse supply chain for social landlords.
How will the Russia-Ukraine war impact UK steel prices?
As the Russia-Ukraine war continues to unfold, metal producers are reporting major price spikes as the conflict causes a domino effect on UK steel prices and the construction supply chain.
Reports claim diesel and petrol prices ‘higher than necessary’
Reports claim that the fuel supply chain are profiting out of a crisis, as diesel and petrol are 10p to 14p per litre higher than necessary.
Strengthening social value through modern methods of construction
It’s vital for those who are tendering or bidding for new projects to understand how MMC and social value can benefit their business, no matter where they sit within the supply chain, explains Robert Walton, Managing Director of Constructionline.
It’s time for construction to go digital
Facing a perfect storm of the climate emergency, a building safety crisis, rising costs and supply chain disruption, many are increasingly looking to digitalisation and modern methods of construction. However, Lanre Gbolade, project director of the COLAB Consortium, believes there are entrenched barriers that must be overcome before real progress can be made.
Free grant and support scheme to help SME construction businesses to...
A recent report from the House of Lords has highlighted a “collapse” in construction industry participation by SMEs. I-Construct offers a range of opportunities to help businesses in the sector – and its supply chain – to grow.
November construction output reaches largest growth since March
November construction output increased by 3.5%, reaching the largest monthly rise since March 2021, and the highest construction output since September 2019, as demand for work increases and supply chain pressures ease.
Building a zero-carbon construction sector: 5 areas to focus on in...
2022 must be the year when zero carbon becomes a mainstream focus in procurement, supply chains, skills and construction, says Stephen Good, chief executive of the Construction Scotland Innovation Centre.
October construction output reaches largest monthly decline
Construction output fell 1.8% in October 2021, reaching the largest monthly decline since April 2020 as supply chain issues continue, reports ONS.
Tilbury Douglas appoints Jamie Swanston as procurement director
Tilbury Douglas has appointed nmcn’s former procurement boss, Jamie Swanston as its new procurement & supply chain director.
Construction remains strong despite price inflation and labour crisis
Supply chain disruptions, material price inflation and a shortage of skilled labour are key areas of concern in Q3 2021, according to RICS latest survey.
Construction products manufacturers defy cost pressures
Despite escalating cost pressures and ongoing supply chain issues, the construction products manufacturing sector expanded for a fifth consecutive quarter in Q3 2021.
HS2 Marketplace to increase diversity and inclusion
HS2 launches Marketplace platform to increase diversity and inclusion across its supply chain.
Construction output falls for fifth successive month
Construction output dropped for the fifth consecutive month in August, as the industry’s ongoing supply chain issues continue.