Construction News

Skanska trials low carbon reinforced concrete solution


The project is trialling the use of low carbon concrete and basalt fibre reinforcement.

Physics engineering to go mainstream in 2022


Building physics engineers will become mainstream during 2022.

2022 starts with a high from PMI


The latest results from IHS Markit / CIPS UK Construction PMI®.

Constructing a consolidated supply chain in 2022


How consultants should strive to nurture not only supply chain satisfaction, but long-term loyalty, partnership and advocacy.

NHS smart building framework


The NHS has launched its six-year National Framework Agreement for the provision of Smart Building Solutions with the appointment of Johnson Controls. The framework will bring the delivery of smart hospitals to the forefront, enabling local authorities and wider public bodies to more readily procure

Green Technologies are the crucial jigsaw piece in realising Net Zero


The development and implementation of green technologies will be paramount to securing a clean and sustainable future.

Floating offshore wind receives funding boost


Some £60M in funding has been made available for research.

Biodiversity net gain: a golden opportunity for developers?


How exactly can developers ensure that the benefits of BNG will have a lasting and positive effect on their environment?

Scottish construction pipeline shows solid growth


The Scottish Construction Pipeline Database launched in July 2021.

Self-employment helps build back better


Self-employment could be the Government’s most valuable ally as it builds back better.