Modular homes boost retirement living developments
Modular homes at two retirement living courts in Shrewsbury and Brighouse have been rolled-out by not for profit housing and care provider, Housing 21.
A13 project reaches major milestone with demolition of first bridge
The A13 Road Widening Project in Thurrock has successfully completed its first bridge demolition, undertaking additional works, such as street lighting column removal and BT communication cable installation.
Construction company fined £50k after trainee worker’s finger severed
Masher Brothers Limited has been fined £50,000 after a trainee worker suffered life-changing injuries when his hand was caught in a rip saw.
Hemsec continues to strengthen team on customer front
Hemsec has strengthened its team with the appointment of Jo Cunningham, who has been part of Hemsec for 11 years, from sales administration to internal sales.
Galliford Try takes first place in Top 50 Contractors league table
Galliford Try has jumped 21 places to steal first place in Barbour ABI's Top 50 Contractors league table for September 2019.
Selectaglaze helps protect artefacts in 18th Century castle
Secure secondary glazing, by Selectaglaze, has helped to protect returning artefacts from the 18th Century to a castle on the border of Dorset and Hampshire.
Building Innovation Awards: Most Innovative New Product (Hardware)
PBC Today continues our preview of the Building Innovation Awards, with a look at the shortlist for the Most Innovative New Product (Hardware).
HS2: Ancient woodland clearance delayed until 2020
HS2 Ltd has postponed work on eleven ancient woodlands which were due to be cut down in Autumn for the high-speed rail.
Revised plans for Bournemouth training facility approved
Revised plans for AFC Bournemouth’s new multi-million pound training facility have been approved by Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council.
CECA calls on Government to protect post-Brexit migration landscape
Civils contractors have backed CITB’s recommendations calling for greater simplicity and breathing space on the planned visa restrictions after Brexit.
CIOB launches free online course on quality in construction
The CIOB Academy is launching a free online course on quality in construction to help identify what steps can be taken to support the delivery of construction projects.
Andrew Krebs joins Ramboll to strengthen design team
Ramboll has announced the appointment of Andrew Krebs as digital strategy lead within their building services division.
World-first low carbon greenhouses to boost UK agriculture
Greencoat Capital has announced a £120m project to construct two of the UK’s largest greenhouses at farmland sites near Norwich and Bury St Edmunds.
MIND YOUR HEAD campaign to launch at UKCW2019
The MIND YOUR HEAD campaign is set to launch with a unique “MATERIAL SUPPORT” exhibition at UK Construction Week 2019.
Final beam lifted into place for Ebbsfleet Garden City’s £16m bridge
The final beam has been lifted into place for the £16m Springhead Bridge that will connect part of Ebbsfleet Garden City with Ebbsfleet International station.
DCW2019: Speakers from CDBB, BRE and MTC announced
Digital Construction Week returns for its fifth year at London ExCeL on 16-17 October, with a host of new exhibitors and speakers.
New figures reveal 8% fall in construction of new build homes
New government figures published today (3 October) show the number of new build homes under construction has dwindled, putting further pressure on the housing crisis.
£5.6m Cedars Academy scheme tops out
Interserve has marked a key stage in the construction of the new Cedars Academy in Birstall, Leicestershire, with a topping out ceremony.
Ferrovial appoints Ignacio Madridejos as CEO
Global infrastructure specialist Ferrovial has appointed Ignacio Madridejos as its new chief executive.
UK construction industry suffers further sales decline
The UK construction industry has experienced a further slowdown in sales, turnover and profits pointing to a sustained downward trend, according to the latest UK Construction Sector Report from MHA.
Building Innovation Awards: Most Innovative Developer
The Building Innovation Awards take place on 23 October in Manchester. PBC Today is previewing each category, today focusing on Most Innovative Developer.
Lovell pledges to reduce gas emissions using alternative fuel
As part of Lovell's pledge to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, they are trialling the use of Shell GTL fuel in their construction vehicles.
Costain appoints Nathan Marsh as first-ever chief digital officer
Costain has appointed Nathan Marsh as its first-ever chief digital officer to accelerate the implementation of its commercial digital strategy.
First UK architecture practice joins UN Climate Neutral Now
Assael Architecture has become the first UK architectural practice to sign up to the UN Climate Neutral Now initiative, to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Construction employers need flexibility on post-Brexit visas, says CITB
Construction employers raise concerns about the future 12-month visa scheme, as CITB urges the government to extend the ‘low-skilled’ visa to 24 months.
Construction site security boss found guilty of fraud
A security boss who ran seven companies under four different identities has been found guilty of defrauding security operatives who worked for him.