Barratt Redrow set to deliver UK’s largest net zero carbon housing...
With a projected total of 576 new homes, Cosmeston Farm in the Vale of Glamorgan in south Wales will be the UK's largest net zero carbon housing development.
New 3D laser scanning webinar to unlock smarter construction workflows
PBC Today, in partnership with FARO Technologies, is pleased to announce a new webinar titled "3D Laser Scanning: Your Site on Screen: How Simple Scans Prevent Costly Mistakes in Construction".
Why digital twins are crucial to the future of construction
Yacoob Kurimbokus, chief product & technology officer at Sensat, explores the role digital twins have to play in the renewed drive to deliver UK infrastructure and housing.
Dean O’Sullivan joins Saint-Gobain UK & Ireland as new CEO
Following the retirement of Mike Chaldecott after 42 years, Saint-Gobain UK & Ireland has appointed Dean O'Sullivan as CEO.
Three companies win contracts to be part of £2.9bn Infrastructure Delivery...
Costain, Morgan Sindall Infrastructure and Hochtief (UK) Construction have signed contracts worth a total of £2.9bn as part of a Infrastructure Delivery Partnership (IDP).
Celebrating 20 years of NHBC’s Land Quality Service
Karen Thornton, NHBC’s Land Quality Service Manager since November 2021, spoke with us about the last 20 years of Land Quality Service and how this team of experts support builders and developers across the country.
GRAHAM tops out Biscuit Factory student accommodation
GRAHAM have topped out their construction of the Belfast Biscuit Factory student accommodation, expected to complete in 2026.
Planted reveals finalists of student design competition in partnership with Vectorworks
Planted, in partnership with Vectorworks, is delighted to reveal the finalists of the Design for Renegeration UK-wide student design competition, championing the next generation of regenerative designers.
How important is the UK construction industry to government plans for...
Tim Barrett, chair of the Construction Alliance North East, discusses the importance of the UK construction industry to government plans.
The role of planning in supporting mental health and wellbeing
To mark World Mental Health Day, Lanpro's director of design Mark Topping explores the impact of preserving green spaces in planning to support better mental health.
UK SME housebuilders facing too many challenges, say HBF
The Home Builders Federation has released a new report examining UK SME housebuilders and the challenges they face restricting delivery.
FMB calls for drastic change in mental health in construction
Mental health in construction is a core topic for today, on World Mental Health Day, as the FMB calls for change in the industry.
Accessibility training sessions highlight need for sharing, not shielding
Ian Streets, managing director of About Access, reports on accessibility training experiences that highlight the need to cascade knowledge through organisations.
Why mental health in construction must be treated with the same...
PBC Today sat down with Andrew Kitley, founder and MD of Kitall, to discuss his experience with mental health and how it should be...
Martin Staehr to lead Kier Construction business
As Group managing director for Kier's Construction division, Martin Staehr will sit on the Group’s executive committee and be responsible for the Regional Build, Strategic Projects, Kier Places and KME businesses.
Nick Hutchinson named one of the UK’s Top 50 Most Ambitious...
Nick Hutchinson, founder and managing partner of Glider, has been recognised as one of The LDC Top 50 Most Ambitious Business Leaders for 2025.
Why add Newforma if you already have Procore?
Many firms in the AEC industry rely on Procore as their construction management platform of choice. It’s powerful, comprehensive, and field-proven. So why add Newforma?
CIOB reacts to Irish construction budget 2026
The Irish construction budget 2026 seeks to boost housing in the country and protect growth, with relief for retrofit and VAT.
CIH publishes Welsh housing Manifesto ahead of election
CIH Cymru have released their Welsh housing manifesto, calling on the imminent next government to address the housing crisis.
Thousands of North Sussex new homes finally unlocked
An agreement over water disputes has been settled, allowing 21,000 North Sussex new homes to be delivered in the coming years.
Short training courses in electrical skills are ‘no substitute’ for apprenticeships,...
Scotland’s largest construction trade association has repeated its alert about the rising trend of “six-week wonders” – and expressed dismay that some courses now appear to be offering even shorter training periods in electrotechnical work.
Navigating the costs and challenges of the Building Safety Act’s Gateways
Stuart Binnie, associate director at Rund, highlights key challenges and solutions under the Building Safety Act 2022, including Gateway processes, risk mitigation, and cost management for developers of high-rise residential buildings.
Arsenal considers major Emirates Stadium redevelopment
Arsenal FC is reportedly exploring a significant redevelopment of the Emirates Stadium, potentially increasing its seating capacity and delivering a multi-functional, digital-first stadium.
Enabling works begin on £10bn data centre
Enabling works are now underway on QTS’s Cambois data centre campus in Northumberland, following recent planning approval. The landmark project — the first new-build data centre to achieve National Skills Academy for Construction status — sets a new national benchmark for workforce training and large-scale infrastructure delivery.
Costain wins Trawsfynydd decommissioning contract in North Wales
Costain will deliver decommissioning works at the Trawsfynydd nuclear power station located in the Snowdonia National Park in North Wales for the Nuclear Restoration Services (NRS).
Nemetschek Group partners with Stanford CIFE to advance innovation in AEC/O...
The Nemetschek Group, a leading global provider of software solutions for the AEC/O (Architecture, Engineering, Construction & Operations) and media industries, today announced a strategic partnership with the Center for Integrated Facility Engineering (CIFE) at Stanford University, a world-leading research hub transforming the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC/O) sector through technology, collaboration, and innovation.