Features

Opportunities bloom in West Midlands


WMCA HS2 Project Manager, Lisa Hamilton, explains how the West Midlands is responding to the needs of HS2.

The hard and soft of SuDS


Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) are a series of design methods and philosophies which aim to emulate natural drainage processes.

Five trends in data centre construction and design


John Hunt, Enterprise Ireland, explores the trends which will affect the future of data centre construction and design.

Terminating contracts: The common pitfalls


In the aftermath of the collapse, termination of contracts is a more prominent issue than ever.

A look at how construction companies are using biometric technology to replace paper timesheets


Biometric technology and data capture are becoming increasingly valuable business tools across many industries.

Why architecture will always be a reflection of the society we live in


In 50 years, the buildings we currently view as modern will reflect an era when attitudes and concerns were different.

What are SuDS?


Dr David Smoker, Chair of the ICE SuDS Task Group talks to UK Construction Online about SuDS implementation.

High-Speed Stations offer business growth and employment opportunities across the West Midlands


HS2 signals the start of the explosion of local economic opportunities, says the West Midlands Combined Authority.

Powering up


Demand for the resources needed to power the UK has never been greater, so investment in delivering new sources of energy is set to rise.

The right price for the job


Guidance for procuring services from an Independent Connections Provider (ICP) for electricity, gas and water connections