Construction News

Plans for Eden Project North revealed


Central to the vision, developed by Grimshaws, is a series of pavilions inspired by mussels.

How can construction improve educational standards?


The opportunities arising from the Government’s education agenda.

Imperative for resilient UK infrastructure


Infrastructure is at the heart of the UK’s economy and productivity, running through transport, communication, energy, water supply and sewage systems. To prevent significant disruption to our transport, economy, well-being or even loss of life, it’s essential that infrastructure is protected and scenarios explored to

Construction industry to benefit from major skills boost


The new scheme will help create the skilled workers to meet this challenge.

New white paper highlights the need for more CSCS SmartCards to be checked electronically


A new white paper by CSCS IT Partner Donseed looks at the statistics behind how CSCS SmartCards are currently being verified on site.

Innovative tech to improve Saltash Tunnel safety


The scheme will improve safety for drivers in the tunnel.

Construction industry sees 392,000 sick days in 3 years


The industry suffers from the worst record of sick days due to accidents at work.

Fully structured education


How engineering is helping to build centres of learning excellence.

HS2 seeks construction teams for new station


Contracts will be awarded for the construction of Curzon Street Station, Birmingham.

Environment Agency launches Thames lock improvement programme


The £2.1M scheme is part of its annual winter programme of infrastructure investment.