Embracing new technology in construction
As we move forward in 2019 it is a good time to consider some of the opportunities and challenges the building, construction and infrastructure industries.
Bentley invests in Digital Water Works to boost digital twins
Digital Water Works, a global innovator of digital twin solutions for smart wet infrastructure, has announced a strategic investment in the firm by Bentley Systems.
JCT Case Study: 70 St Mary Axe ‘The Can of...
70 St Mary Axe 'The Can of Ham': A JCT Design and Build Contract provided the contract solution. Available from www.jctltd.co.uk.
HLM Architects supports students in apprenticeships
HLM Architects, part of the Trailblazer group, is supporting Daniel Stokes and its team as one of the first apprentices.
Lovell appoints ex-Laing O’Rourke boss as new Cardiff MD
Lovell has appointed James Duffett as its new regional managing director for South Wales and the South West, as the company targets further expansion.
Digitising airport construction
Raymond Millar from The McAvoy Group, looks at how offsite construction and latest digital technology can expand passenger boarding facilities.
Company fined for water quality failings in Worcester
Pure Water Environmental Services Ltd has been fined after failings which led to the contamination of drinking water supply to 83 residential apartments located in Worcester.
£20m funding boost to revitalise town centres
Almost £20m of funding has been approved by the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) to help accelerate local authority plans to revitalise town centres.
L&Q Group to build 450 new quality homes
Beauchamp Park will see 450 quality homes, including at least 40% affordable housing, brought to the 20.9-hectare site south of Gallows Hill and west of Europa Way.
Mike Foy appointed as CIOB vice president
Mike Foy, currently at the Department for Education assisting on the implementation of Modern Methods of Construction for its schools programme, has been appointed vice president of the CIOB.
CPA urges construction sector to prepare for Brexit
With less than four weeks to go before the UK is due to leave the EU, the CPA has urged the construction sector to consider contingency planning and to be aware of potential delays in the construction supply chain.
University of Edinburgh award £70m contract to Balfour Beatty
Balfour Beatty has secured a £70m contract to deliver the Edinburgh Futures Institute, a flagship refurbishment and extension project on behalf of the University of Edinburgh.
Liverpool Chinatown contractor banned for 7 years
The director of the company responsible for developing Liverpool’s Chinatown has been disqualified for seven years following an investigation by the Insolvency Service.
Women build new perception of roles in construction
As National Apprenticeship Week is upon us, ASW Property Services discusses how opportunities traditionally associated with men are becoming more available to women in the construction sector.
Man imprisoned for digger rampage on new homes
A former plant operator has been sentenced after he used a digger to cause £4m worth of damage to brand new bungalows in Buntingford in a dispute over wages.
Thomas Sinden wins £6m residential development contract
Contractor Thomas Sinden has secured a £6m contract to build 30 new residential homes for KAIYANG Real Estate Ltd in Chingford, London.
Costain chief executive to step down after 14 years
Costain has announced that Andrew Wyllie CBE is retiring as chief executive of the infrastructure specialist after 14 years at the helm.
Stylish conversion of three Listed buildings are up for an award
Selectaglaze discuss the recent conversion of listed buildings in Berkshire, reinstating some original designs to return the property to it's former glory.
Interserve’s board rebuffs Coltrane’s advances
The board of Interserve has rejected attempts by shareholder Coltrane Asset Management to alter its rescue deal .
How 3D tech is mapping the future of eco-home innovation
As planning and building teams seek to improve efficiencies and cut costs on projects, Sven Van Duffelen, from 3D mobile mapping and monitoring specialist...
Researchers find new way to protect concrete from fire damage
Researchers at the University of Sheffield have discovered a new way of protecting concrete from fire damage by using materials recycled from old tyres.
Degree apprenticeship approved for town planners
The government has approved the first degree-level apprenticeships for town planners, which will combine a mixture of academic education and practical experience.
Heritage and innovation combines to deliver unique new build
BIM played a key role in blending a Grade II listed Georgian townhouse with state-of-the-art office space at the award-winning 66 Queen Square.
HS2 hit by legal claim over Old Oak Common contract
US engineering firm Bechtel has filed a legal claim against HS2 after it failed to secure a £1bn contract to build Old Oak Common station.
The CLC appoints two new members
Professor Jennifer Whyte and Chris Carr have been appointed by the Construction Leadership Council (CLC) to broaden its representation of the industry.
Opinion: Hackitt Review and the mutuals policy
Paul from the ACAI looks at how the Hackitt review risks reducing building control competition and how it could cause the government’s regulatory standards of Approved Inspectors to slip under the Public Service Mutuals policy.