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CONSTRUCTION DIRECTORY
UK Construction News Archive for March 2024
28/03/2024
Winvic Construction has started work on a multimillion pound upgrade to the iPort Rail inland port just outside Doncaster. Works are due to be handed over to Verdion in autumn 2025. iPort Rail sits within iPort, the UK's most advanced multimodal logistics hub, offering 6 million sq ft of logistic
28/03/2024
GMI Construction Group has won a £16 million contract to deliver the next units on Europe's largest automotive research and development cluster as well as new major infrastructure providing access to the new plots being developed. The project forms part of the major masterplan expansion of MIRA Tec
28/03/2024
National Highways has tested a new compaction technology aimed at speeding up construction processes and enhancing safety at road sites. The trial took place during the A303 upgrade project undertaken by Galliford Try Infrastructure. Compaction is one of the first activities to happen on a road p
28/03/2024
Plans to revitalise the former Cole Brothers building in Barker's Pool have moved forward as Urban Splash has finalized a lease agreement with Sheffield City Council for the property. The plans will see the space turn into a mixed-use entertainment, leisure and retail venue. In the coming months,
28/03/2024
Beard has commenced work to deliver phase one of a project to restore the iconic Grade II* listed Health Hydro in Swindon. The firm was awarded the £6 million deal by Swindon Borough Council. On the edge of the historic railway village, the unique building was built to provide Victorian railway wo
28/03/2024
Kao Data has secured planning permission to develop a new, 40MW, data centre in Kenwood Point, Greater Manchester. Described as a significant investment for Stockport and granted unanimous approval by members of Stockport Council following a planning and consultation process, the news marks anothe
28/03/2024
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28/03/2024
NACFB registered business finance broker, Liquid Corporate Finance (LCF) used to struggle to get deal critical documents back from owner operated business directors in a timely manner. Often out on site, directors could take up to four days to return GDPR statements and Offer Letters. Since imple
28/03/2024
Galliford Try has appointed Kris Hampson as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Kris has a wealth of experience in finance and will be joining later this year from his current position as Group Financial Controller at the FTSE 100 group Rentokil Initial, where he has worked his way through the b
28/03/2024
Costain has used new concrete sensor technology making significant time and efficiency savings for its customers. Costain’' materials engineers have been using Maturix's concrete sensors to keep track of the strength and temperature of setting concrete. The technology has been deployed across a num
28/03/2024
Improvement work on drainage and the train track between Carmarthen and Pembroke Dock has been completed. The railway was closed from Monday 18 March to Wednesday 27 March to allow Network Rail teams to replace more than 200 metres of track and 300 tonnes of ballast (track stones) between Pembroke
27/03/2024
McLaren Construction Midlands and North has delivered phase one of a speculative industrial and logistics development located in Knottingley, West Yorkshire. Comprising three sustainable units across the 60-acre first phase which are now available to let, the contractor worked together with C4 arch
27/03/2024
Construction firm Kier has started major expansion work at HMP Elmley on the Isle of Sheppey in Kent. The company was appointed by the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) to build a fully electric T60 Houseblock that will provide an additional 247 prison places, as well as providing new fully electric ancill
27/03/2024
Morgan Sindall Construction has completed work on an extra care facility in Leeds. The Sycamores in Woodlesford is Morgan Sindall Construction's second Extra Care scheme for Lovell Later Living, Leeds City Council, and integrated housing and care provider Home Group, following the completion of the
27/03/2024
Westmorland and Furness Council has approved plans to expand Beaconside Church of England Primary School. The expansion of the school will be funded using Section 106 funding provided to the council by housing developers. They provide these funds to ensure sufficient school places are available for
27/03/2024
McAleer & Rushe has been appointed as the construction partner to develop an integrated retirement community in Royal Tunbridge Wells. The firm was awarded the contract by Retirement Villages Group (RVG). The new development, which brings to life the former ABC cinema site, will create 167 one and
27/03/2024
Phase 1A and 1B of industrial and distribution hub, Horizon 29, in Bolsover, Derbyshire, have been completed. Horizon 29 is a new landmark distribution development located one mile from Junction 29A of the M1, and once fully complete, it will span 1,150,256 sq. ft and have a total of eight warehous
27/03/2024
Plans have been approved for a new state-of-the-art Centre for Outdoor Sport in Burgess Hill. The proposals were given the go-ahead by Mid Sussex District Council. Situated on an 8.6-hectare block of land within the Brookleigh development, the Centre for Outdoor Sport will provide first-class f
27/03/2024
stoneCIRCLE recently completed a renovation project in Upper Grosvenor St for a private client. The project was designed by HBA Residential with stoneCIRCLE fabricating and installing the marble for the bathrooms, as well as some decorative touches elsewhere. The master bathroom is a symphony in c
27/03/2024
Significant progress has been made to repair a level crossing in Derbyshire following a road traffic collision. The level crossing over the A5132 in Hilton is scheduled to reopen to road traffic on Sunday 7 April after a vehicle crashed into it, damaging the gates at the start of March. Network Ra
27/03/2024
Avant Homes Central has announced the release for sale of 10 homes at its £60 million, 247-home Earl's Park development in Holmewood, near Chesterfield. Located on Tibshelf Road, Earl’s Park comprises a mix of two-, three-, four- and five-bedroom homes and features 12 of Avant Homes’ practically de
26/03/2024
Plans to create the next chapter of Stockport Exchange development have been submitted. Stockport Council, working alongside national placemaker Muse, has submitted a planning application, which updates the previously approved masterplan for Stockport Exchange, and sets out detailed plans for the n
26/03/2024
Laing O'Rourke has been selected as the preferred partner for a new building at Calderdale Royal Hospital. The project will deliver a new adult and children's accident and emergency department with resuscitation bays and assessment rooms, as well as ten new inpatient wards. Laing O'Rourke is an in
26/03/2024
Improvement work at London Victoria station is nearing completion. The project will: • Create a spacious new thoroughfare between platform 14 and the existing escalators to the Victoria Place Shopping Centre. • Create more space for additional ticket gates by relocating the Gatwick Express ticket
26/03/2024
Wates Group has announced its the highest-ever turnover and underlying profit. With turnover of £2.18bn, an increase of more than 15% on last year, the Group has exceeded the £2bn mark for the first time, alongside a profit before tax of £46.2m. These strong results come despite a challenging exter
26/03/2024
Vistry Group has entered into an agreement with housing provider Abri to deliver 1,500 new homes in Arundel at the Ford Airfield Site. The mixed tenure development will be delivered in a 50:50 joint venture of which 50% will be presold for affordable housing. Working in partnership with Abri, the d
26/03/2024
Midlands contractor G F Tomlinson has started construction works at Dunstall Park Primary School on behalf of Staffordshire County Council and alongside project managers and concept architects, Entrust. The project was procured through the Constructing West Midlands (CWM) framework. Located to ac
26/03/2024
A two-megawatt solar farm in Salford has been connected to the national grid and is set to provide electricity to around 800 homes. The 3.8-hectare site, located off Kenyon Way in Little Hulton, has 3,774 ground mounted solar panels and is set to generate over 2,000 megawatt hours of electricity a
26/03/2024
There's more than one type of plywood. While all types can be useful, there are some that can be considered “better” for certain types of projects. Take marine plywood, for instance. This is known for being one of the sturdiest on the market, and has become the go-to option for homeowners and cons
26/03/2024
Willmott Dixon is helping Stockport Council to develop a state-of-the-art Community Hub in Marple, supported by a £20 million grant from the Levelling Up Fund. Stockport Council has submitted a planning application for a new Community Hub in Marple, procured through Procure Partnerships Framework.
26/03/2024
Work on a new temporary community centre in Whitley Wood, Reading, has been completed. The temporary space in Lexington Grove will be officially opened for all residents in April. During the next few weeks, the new space will be used for introductory and taster sessions for new groups to showcase t
25/03/2024
Winvic Construction has scooped a £35.8 million contract to design and construct four warehouse facilities at Atlantic Park in Bootle, Liverpool, for Royal London Mutual Insurance Society Limited. The companies celebrated the start of the 41-week programme at a groundbreaking event. Atlantic Park
25/03/2024
Construction work has commenced on a new surgical hub at Friarage Hospital in Northallerton. The new £35.5m surgical hub, which is due to open in 2025, will enable the Northallerton hospital to more than double the number of planned operations it carries out each year. It will replace the hospital
25/03/2024
Housebuilder The Hill Group has completed Work on L2 Orchard Park In Cambridge. Guests from Homes England joined councillors and members of Cambridge Investment Partnership (CIP), an equal partnership between Cambridge City Council and The Hill Group to celebrate the completion. The development, c
25/03/2024
A new super-quick coupler and coupler display will launch at Hillhead for Hill Engineering. Specialist plant machinery attachments manufacturer Hill Engineering will debut two new products at Hillhead 2024. Hill's stand (W20) will showcase its new version 20-tonne Tefra Connect coupler and Tefra C
25/03/2024
Our cob blocks are traditional structural building blocks made from a mixture of subsoil, aggregates and straw. They are ideal to either restore traditional cob walls in need of repair or to build the perfect eco-building from new. Our cob is available in mass form as well as dried block form.
25/03/2024
The Government Property Agency (GPA) has submitted a planning application to Darlington Borough Council to build a four-storey government hub to support the ongoing success and growth of the Darlington Economic Campus (DEC). The government is investing around £118 million in the project, which is a
25/03/2024
VolkerFitzpatrick has been chosen to design and build a highway crossing over a rail line and river in Kent on behalf of Kent County Council (KCC). The £34 million Sturry Link Road project, funded via the Local Growth Fund, will divert traffic away from the existing level crossing, one of Kent’s m
25/03/2024
Asset finance is a type of financing that allows businesses to acquire assets such as machinery, equipment, vehicles, or property without having to pay the full purchase price upfront. It involves obtaining funds from a lender, typically a bank or a specialised finance company, to purchase or lea
25/03/2024
Work on the Hope Valley Railway Upgrade is nearing completion. Track installation and drainage works were carried out in the Dore & Totley area, with the Dore South Curve extension completed – these upgrades have increased the capacity through Dore & Totley by doubling the number of tracks in and o
25/03/2024
A new footbridge and lift towers are now in place at Uddingston station. Network Rail engineers installed the steel structures at the South Lanarkshire station which serves passengers travelling on the West Coast Main Line – one of the busiest lines in Europe. It's part of the Access for All (AfA)
22/03/2024
Building work has commenced on a new diagnostics centre in Thurrock, Essex. The Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) is being built at Thurrock Community Hospital, owned by Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust. Morgan Sindall Construction's Essex business was appointed to the Mid and Sout
22/03/2024
MC Construction has completed work on a £300,000 refurbishment project at the Hat Works Museum in Stockport. The company was appointed principal contractor for the scheme at the award-winning museum, which is owned and operated by Stockport Council. The museum is housed in the Grade II listed bui
22/03/2024
Kori Construction has scooped a £12.2m project that will see the site of a former Milton Keynes fire station turned into a high-quality care home. Kori was awarded the contract by leading UK care provider Porthaven Care Homes after being appointed to a similar project for the client in Harpenden, H
22/03/2024
Improvement work has been completed on 500 properties in a social housing decarbonisation project in Coventry. Last year Citizen announced it was successful in wave two of the Government's social housing decarbonisation fund alongside Coventry City Council to carry out energy efficiency works to 2,
22/03/2024
Construction work is to commence at Nuplace's latest housing development in Ketley Bank, Telford. Telford & Wrekin Council and Nuplace Ltd are delivering a renovation scheme which will both preserve and enhance the historic character of the existing Victorian building by delivering a mix of both ne
22/03/2024
Plans to develop a new multi-million-pound Student Village at Staffordshire University have been given the go-ahead. The proposal was submitted to completely transform the student experience at the University and provide more high-quality accommodation with enhanced service provisions and student
22/03/2024
Highway improvement works are to start in Meir, Stoke-on-Trent, on Monday 25 March. The works on Lysander Road will take approximately 12 weeks and will see improved access, and reduced queuing between the A50 roundabout and Tesco roundabout. During the first week, BT will access the site to under
22/03/2024
Wates Group has appointed Steff Battle as Managing Director of Wates Construction. Steff has held the role of Managing Director on an interim basis since October 2023, and following a full recruitment process, he is now being confirmed in this position on a permanent basis. Steff has been at Wate
22/03/2024
Construction firm Kier has started work to transform its Bournemouth and Poole College campus into a world-class learning environment. A ceremony took place and marked a significant milestone in the college's commitment to provide some of the highest-quality education facilities in the country, fol
22/03/2024
Housebuilder honey has announced the opening of a 5,000 sq ft office in Leeds this June and the immediate hire of a Managing Director to deliver its expansion plans in Yorkshire and the Midlands. honey has recruited former Avant Homes Central MD, Chris Coley, to lead two newly created operating reg
21/03/2024
Mace has been appointed by Norfolk County Council (NCC) as Principal Contractor to deliver improvements on over one-hundred properties across the region under the Future Ready (FR) Property Enhancement Initiative. The initiative will focus on modernising the Council's property portfolio through a c
21/03/2024
O'Brien Contractors has scooped a deal with Chesterfield Canal Trust to deliver infrastructure works to the area. The works are part a £6 million restoration project. Connecting the Trans Pennine Trail with the Arkwright Trail across the canal, the works will facilitate the delivery of a 38-metre-
21/03/2024
JLL has been appointed by Peel Waters as the marketing, lettings and management agent for Miller's Quay, the monumental £130m residential scheme at Wirral Waters. With construction at Miller's Quay approaching its final stages, five hundred highly sustainable one- and two-bedroom waterfront apartme
21/03/2024
Network Rail is investing over £20 million to rebuild a major railway bridge that takes trains over the M62 in Castleton, near Rochdale. Passengers and motorists are urged to check before they travel in September 2024 as rail and road closures are required to replace the 42m long, 2000 tonne bridge
21/03/2024
Construction firm BAM has been selected to build a new £38 million teaching building at North Lindsey College in Scunthorpe. The three-storey building will provide a new focal point on the College’s Kingsway Campus, consolidating teaching space within a modern sustainable building that will be capa
21/03/2024
In the intricate tapestry of industrial and commercial operations, the need for efficient cooling solutions is undeniable. From manufacturing facilities to large-scale events, data centres to hospitals, maintaining optimal temperatures is crucial for productivity, comfort, and safety. However, in
21/03/2024
Effective 01 April 2024, José Cuadrado has been appointed Global Chief Executive Officer at Yanmar Compact Equipment (Yanmar CE), and Chairman of the Board at Yanmar Holdings Co., Ltd. Cuadrado replaces Giuliano Parodi who, for the last six years, has successfully led the transformation of Yanmar
21/03/2024
360° image-handling enhancement will achieve richer visual documentation on projects, increasing accuracy, enhancing transparency and reducing rework. Today, PlanRadar, one of the leading digital construction, real estate and facilities management platforms, announces the upcoming AI-powered 'Site
21/03/2024
A damning new report shows theft on building sites is surging nationwide, forcing a quarter of vulnerable construction workers to replace the cost of stolen tools as the country grapples with the cost-of-living crisis. The Unseen Threats: 2024 Construction Crime Index from site security firm BauW
21/03/2024
WV Living, City of Wolverhampton Council's wholly owned housing development company, has been appointed a contractor to develop homes on its next site. Willenhall based W13 Ltd has been selected to build 34 homes at 'Pear Tree Lane', formerly Coseley Swimming Baths. Work is due to start Spring 202
20/03/2024
Work on a multi-million-pound postgraduate centre at Nottingham Trent University (NTU) has been completed, with its grand opening commemorated via a special launch event. The new building will predominantly be used by students from Nottingham Business School (NBS) and features collaborative classro
20/03/2024
Esh Construction has completed the first of three active travel schemes in Rotherham. A project on Wellgate and Broom Road – on behalf of Rotherham Council – has delivered 1600 metres of dedicated cycle tracks, along with signal-controlled crossings and associated junction improvements. An online r
20/03/2024
Hertfordshire County Council has allocated an additional £3 million this year to address concerns regarding roads, pavements, and cycleways. The additional money, reprioritised from the 2025/26 budget, will support existing plans to maintain and improve 5,000km of roads, 5,500km of footpaths as wel
20/03/2024
Emergency repair work is to commence on a landslip in Farnborough. Network Rail customers are being urged to check before they travel this Sunday, 24 March, as train services through the Farnborough area will be revised while engineers carry out repairs at a railway cutting, during which there will
20/03/2024
Costain has announced a significant milestone in its gas distribution network upgrade programme with Cadent. The company is replacing approximately 340km of gas main line each year in Cadent's East of England network, the largest of Cadent's five gas networks across the UK. Through working collabo
20/03/2024
If you're looking at ways to achieve highly accurate drone data, you may have heard about PPK and RTK. But what are they and what's the difference?
20/03/2024
Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) is a cutting-edge concept. It focuses on protecting and enhancing biodiversity while balancing the needs of urban and infrastructure development. It calls for efficient measurement and achievement of
20/03/2024
Victorian details have at times been removed from, or damaged, in traditional terraces, and other buildings, detrimentally affecting the quality and survival of important interiors. In a Victorian terrace, located on Belfast's Fitzroy Avenue, a private owner had taken the initiative to reinstate i
20/03/2024
In the labyrinthine world of infrastructure development, where the integrity of pipes, sewers, culverts, and tunnels is paramount, Bentonite MS Ltd stands as an indomitable force. Armed with bespoke high-volume machinery and unparalleled expertise, this trailblazing company is redefining the lands
20/03/2024
Wates Group has been selected as the contractor by Cardiff council to deliver its transformational redevelopment of the Channel View estate in Grangetown. The scheme is the largest and most exciting holistic estate redevelopment within the Council's development programme and will deliver up to 400
19/03/2024
Balfour Beatty in partnership with National Highways has reopened the M25, eight hours ahead of schedule following a complex bridge demolition operation. The closure required to carry out the work was the first ever since the M25 opened in 1986. The M25 between junctions 10 and 11 was closed at 9
19/03/2024
Turner & Townsend has been selected to support Agratas, a global battery business within the Tata Group, with the construction of its new UK battery manufacturing facility in Somerset. The site's establishment is the result of a £4bn investment by Tata Group, of which Agratas is a wholly owned subs
19/03/2024
The Pierhead Clock in Cardiff has been fully restored and has been reinstalled in its protective glass box in Lower St Mary Street. The clock's casing will also feature new lighting. The 19-century time piece was built in 1896 for the Bute Docks Building in Cardiff Bay, now known as the Pierhead B
19/03/2024
Permasteelisa Group is to deliver the glazing and cladding at St. John's Wood Square, a new development in the heart of London. The St John’s Wood Square project is the redevelopment of the 5.5-acre former St. John’s Wood Barracks, previously occupied by the King's Troop, Royal Horse Artillery. Th
19/03/2024
Innovation waits for no one. Embrace tomorrow, today. In the fast-paced world of construction, staying ahead of the curve is paramount. As technology continues to revolutionise various industries, the construction sector is no exception. One area where innovation is making a significant impact is p
19/03/2024
The newly patented expansion system from Acra Screed is pioneering innovative thinking for concrete joints, saving contractors money and time and providing a superior end product customers will love. The Acra Screed Expansion Joint forms an Integral part of the concrete slab. The thin galvanised s
19/03/2024
Wickes has acquired 51% of the issued share capital of Gas Fast Limited , the parent company of leading solar installations company Solar Fast. The Business focuses on solar panels installations, alongside a smaller business installing gas boilers. The acquisition will enable Wickes to expand its
19/03/2024
SAP calculations are mandatory under the Building Regulations for newly constructed dwellings in Northern Ireland. A SAP Rating has been obligatory for new homes under Part F1 of the Technical Booklet of the Northern Ireland building
19/03/2024
National housebuilder Lovell has joined forces with Cobalt Housing to help fund a vital food resource at Ellergreen Community Centre, in collaboration with Alt Valley Community Trust. Each organisation has contributed significant funds alongside local councillors Kevin Pilnick and Lena McCormick. T
19/03/2024
London Euston station is improving its on-site recycling activity and reducing waste collection with the new waste sorting facility near Platform 1. Behind the scenes, dedicated staff members will separate cardboards, mixed paper, plastic and coffee cups from the general waste, pack and send them o
15/03/2024
Building work has commenced on a new Learning & Development Centre at Calderdale Royal Hospital. Darwin Group and Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust (CHFT) attended an official ground breaking ceremony. The new Learning and Development Centre will be a hub for advanced training progr
15/03/2024
Costain has been chosen by Net Zero Teesside Power (NZT Power) and the Northern Endurance Partnership (NEP) as one of nine specialist partners for a landmark carbon capture scheme with a combined value of around £4 billion. NZT Power and NEP are joint ventures involving the global energy leader, b
15/03/2024
Refurbishment at the Seymour Centre in Westminster is to start this summer as the site has now closed to begin the extensive £42 million redevelopment. Willmott Dixon are due to be appointed as principal contractors with work including an open plan gym space on the lower ground floor creating a new
15/03/2024
Willmott Dixon has appointed a new chief financial officer (CFO). The move follows Rick Willmott stepping into the role of executive chairman at the start of 2024, with previous CFO Graham Dundas succeeding him as Willmott Dixon's chief executive. James Mackenzie, who will also join the company's
15/03/2024
Technic Concrete Pumping has solidified its reputation as a leading provider of concrete pumping solutions, serving clients across the Northwest region with unparalleled expertise and innovation.
15/03/2024
When it comes to ensuring the safety, reliability, and performance of your lift systems, choosing the right lift maintenance company is crucial. With numerous companies offering lift installation, repairs & maintenance services, it can be challenging to determine which one best meets your needs. A
15/03/2024
The Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU) is allocating approximately £100 million to establish a new rail depot in Shipley. This initiative, unveiled by Rail Minister Huw Merriman MP during his visit to Shipley Station, is a key component of the Government's substantial £3.9 billion investment in one
15/03/2024
Kier Transportation has made history in the construction and infrastructure sector by attaining Gold accreditation from the Social Value Quality Mark CIC, marking a significant milestone for the industry. It is also only the second organisation in the UK to achieve the standard. It recognises the s
14/03/2024
McLaren Construction has completed phase one of Konect 62, an industrial and logistics development located in Knottingley, West Yorkshire. Comprising three sustainable units across the 60-acre first phase which are now available to let, the contractor worked together with C4 architects to complete
14/03/2024
Housing association VIVID has acquired land at Tipner East in Portsmouth. The company plans to create a new waterfront community called Victory Quay, transforming an unused brownfield site. This is one of only a few contaminated sites like this in the country to be actively moving forward, demonstr
14/03/2024
Stockport County Football Club has launched its next phase of consultation on plans for a phased expansion of its historic Edgeley Park stadium. The plans for the expansion of Edgeley Park were initially announced back in 2022 when the Club introduced its vision and invited feedback from the local
14/03/2024
Network Rail is to start £10 million of essential repairs to the Blackheath Tunnel between Blackheath and Charlton from 01 June to 10 August inclusive. Southeastern trains which normally run through the tunnel will be diverted via other routes during the closure. The one-mile-long tunnel, which op
14/03/2024
Skanska has appointed Andrew English as Managing Director of its infrastructure business. Andrew previously worked at Skanska for almost a decade, including in two managing director positions, before moving abroad in 2020. Since then, he has led Australian firm John Holland Group's national infras
14/03/2024
A significant milestone has been reached on Nottingham's £2 billion regeneration scheme. A new urban play space for families and children has been completed, transforming a four-lane road into a fully pedestrianised area. The Collin Street play zone, which is in the Broad Marsh area to the south o
14/03/2024
Building work has commenced deliver a new community centre and social homes in East Oxford. The £5.4 million redevelopment of East Oxford Community Centre will create a modern, accessible, purpose-built centre with a lower carbon footprint. The project will see: • The Old School bu
14/03/2024
Developer Hall & Co Property has secured a £6.4 million funding facility from Paragon Bank and a £1.4 million equity investment from the Housing Growth Partnership to support its Y Bluen Goch development in Conwy, North Wales. The Y Bluen Goch scheme will consist of 24 houses, three of which will b
14/03/2024
Energy firm EDF has been selected to start work on five new trials exploring how solar solutions for social housing, incentivised demand flexibility as well as using electric vehicles and heat pumps for electric storage. Over 2,000 customers will be invited to take part in the trials, with 1,000 pa
14/03/2024
HS2 has launched its sixth Innovation Accelerator programme, as the company behind Britain's largest infrastructure construction programme seeks new ways to deliver major projects. Working in partnership with the Connected Places Catapult, the programme is looking to new and existing tech firms to
13/03/2024
SSE Energy Solutions has signed an agreement with CCR Energy to explore innovative energy solutions for the old Aberthaw coal powered plant in South Wales. CCR City Deal purchased the plant in 2022 and created CCR Energy to demolish, clear, and remediate the site in readiness for redevelopment into
13/03/2024
Construction consultancy EDGE has been selected to provide project management and cost management services for its £20 million Malvern Theatres expansion scheme. The company was appointed by Malvern Hills District Council and Malvern Theatres Trust Board (MTT). Levelling Up funding was granted to
13/03/2024
Knights Brown has started construction work on a flood defence scheme to protect 2,800 homes from the risk of flooding in Cardiff. Spanning 1.5 kilometres along the foreshore, from Tidefields Road to the River Rhymney estuary, the £35 million scheme, the majority of which is funded by Welsh Governm
13/03/2024
Construction consultancy Bentley has opened an office at 111 Piccadilly in Manchester, to increase its presence in the North West and capitalise on emerging projects in the region. The consultancy, which already has a strong presence in the East Midlands with around 40 team members, was recently ap
13/03/2024
The approval of a 'reserved matters' application for the first phase of the Parkside Colliery redevelopment project in Newton-le-Willows has been welcomed by the Chairman of Parkside Regeneration, the joint venture company overseeing the initiative. The planning committee of St Helens Borough Counc
13/03/2024
Housebuilder Crest Nicholson has secured planning approval for new homes at its Nobel Park development in Didcot, Oxfordshire. Across the 8.2-acre site, the development will comprise 158 two to five bedroom energy efficient homes, including 30 affordable homes for shared ownership and affordable re
13/03/2024
With a £25 million energy efficiency improvements scheme in place, numerous council flats in Leeds are set for a future focused on cutting carbon emissions and saving money. Energy and regeneration specialist Equans began work in late 2022 on the transformation of seven tower blocks as part of Leed
13/03/2024
Commercial developer Onyx Business Parks has acquired its latest site at Roundswell Enterprise Park in north Devon. Onyx Business Parks obtained planning in late 2023 for the development of 29 Hybrid Business Units extending over 35,000 sqft. The high quality, multifunctional business units can be
13/03/2024
Manchester-based Where Saints Go has unveiled a new 10-strong seating collection inspired by the rich industrial heritage of its hometown. Typified by dark brooding shades, metallic elements and sleek lines, The Manchester Collection brings together bar stools, armchairs and office chairs, which ar
13/03/2024
Independent tile retailer Porcelain Superstore has launched a new tile channelling the chicness of the Balearics. With its broody blue and off-white colour scheme, intricate detailing and hand-crafted feel, Mallorca Diamond wouldn’t look out of place in Palma’s scenic old town. Instead, homeowners
12/03/2024
Building work has begun to regenerate New Ferry in Wirral. A ceremony took place nearly seven years after an explosion damaged more than 200 buildings and affected many local people. The first phase of the project will see 34 new homes built in the area. Representatives and elected members from W
12/03/2024
Major refurbishment plans for Chorlton Library in Manchester have been revealed. The library closes its door for two weeks on 24 March and will reopen with a temporary reduced library offer from the library extension at the back of the library from 8 April. Work to the Grade II listed building wil
12/03/2024
Esh Construction has started work to transform an existing factory unit into a Construction Centre of Excellence in Langley Moor, Co Durham. Working in partnership with New College Durham, the £1.7 million project will see a change of use refurbishment delivered to create a specialised teaching fac
12/03/2024
Wirral Council has appointed a contractor to carry out improvement works in Birkenhead town centre. Key areas of Conway Street/Europa Boulevard and Grange Road/Charing Cross/Grange Road West are set to be upgraded with both projects both due to start shortly. The Economy Regeneration and Housing
12/03/2024
Work has started to develop a second entrance to the southern platform at Totton railway station. Hampshire County Council, in partnership with South Western Railway and Network Rail, has started work to provide step-free access to the station. The improvements have been funded with a £238,000 gran
12/03/2024
How much do bollards cost? Security bollards and safety bollards cost anything from
12/03/2024
It seems, that with the latest and greatest technology, dehumidifiers have persisted as a main-stay in many UK homes. Perhaps it is due to rainy weather or even because dehumidifiers can prevent excessive damp from wreaking havoc in our homes- but this time-tested home appliance has stood tall for
12/03/2024
HS2 has unveiled new images of the project's largest 'green bridge', which will cross the high-speed railway near Brackley. The 99m-wide bridge is designed to take a local road over the new railway close to the village of Turweston, which is on the outskirts of Brackley, with new hedgerows and vege
12/03/2024
Specialist construction services supplier Groundforce has won a brace of shortlistings in this year’s Ground Engineering Awards. The company is through to the finals of the Digital Innovations of the Year and Specialist Geotechnical Supplier of the Year categories. In what are very competitive ca
12/03/2024
Flacks Group has entered into an agreement with Elementis for the acquisition of the 500-acre brownfield site, next to Teesside airport, in the United Kingdom. Flacks Group is developing a plan for the site which includes the creation of mixed-use spaces, residential and commercial areas, revitalis
11/03/2024
Willmott Dixon has been appointed to deliver a new £18 million Pendle Police Station for Lancashire Constabulary. The new facility on Carr Road in Nelson will replace older stations in Colne and Nelson with the intention to futureproof police infrastructure in the area and provide officers with a m
11/03/2024
Construction firm Kier has completed a refurbishment of two Victorian villas for Camden Council to provide emergency temporary accommodation for homeless adults in the borough. The refurbishment of Camden North Villas was completed in just over six months and has seen a building in poor condition t
11/03/2024
Shearer Property Regen Ltd (SPRL) has secured plans to regenerate Coventry City Centre. SPRL, a partnership between award-winning housebuilder The Hill Group (Hill) and commercial specialist Shearer Property Group (SPG), has been given the green light for for the first phase of the City Centre Sout
11/03/2024
Housebuilder Bellway has partnered with Own New to make mortgages more affordable to people purchasing new homes. A new mortgage product, Own New Rate Reducer, could see buyers of new-build Bellway homes benefit from interest rates below 1.00 per cent. The product, which launched on Monday 04 Marc
11/03/2024
In today's dynamic business environment, the ability to maintain optimal temperatures is critical across various industries. Rapid Chiller Rentals Ltd steps in as a reliable partner, offering top-notch climate control solutions to meet diverse needs with efficiency and precision. Rapid Chiller Re
11/03/2024
Plans to develop a 60-acre site in East Leeds have moved a step closer following its confirmed allocation into the Leeds Site Allocation Plan (SAP) for major employment use. The site, known locally as Brown Moor, is situated adjacent to the hugely-successful Thorpe Park Leeds business destination a
11/03/2024
Rapid Boilers Ltd, a distinguished leader in heating solutions, proudly announces its expansion into the realm of temporary boiler hire services. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, Rapid Boilers Ltd is poised to revolutionise the industry with its cutting-edge temporary boiler solutio
11/03/2024
Plans for a tram system running between Leeds and Bradford have been established by the West Yorkshire Mayor Tracy Brabin aims to revolutionise the region's transport network. The proposals were published today ahead of the final Combined Authority meeting, ahead of May's Mayoral election, of West
11/03/2024
Property management agent Rendall & Rittner has promoted Ross Facta to the position of Head of Consultancy. Ross' role will see him lead on the consultancy of a range of residential and mixed-use projects from concept design through to ongoing management. Ross began his career in property, managi
08/03/2024
Plans to build a new 66-home development in Moreton, Wirral, have been given the green light. The proposals were submitted by national housebuilder Lovell Partnerships. The decision continues its 15 years' experience of working on several Wirral Council-owned sites in Tranmere and Rockferry, deliv
08/03/2024
HBD, part of Henry Boot, has secured planning approval for Colloco, a 200,000 sq ft office development, in the St John's District of Manchester city centre. The developer is now seeking a joint venture partner to deliver the highly sustainable Grade A office scheme. Situated on the corner of New
08/03/2024
Network Rail engineers and its contractors have started urgent repair work on a railway viaduct over the River Derwent in Workington, Cumbria. During a recent inspection, engineers found that the base of two of the supporting pillars have started to erode. An unusually wet February resulted in fast
08/03/2024
KAS Limited specialises in providing a comprehensive range of services tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients and has over 20 years of experience. Our offerings encompass a wide array of specialised services, including Health & Safety Support, Rope Access, Confined Space Entry & Rescue,
08/03/2024
Composite decking has become increasingly popular for outdoor spaces due to its durability, low maintenance, and eco-friendly qualities. Made from a mixture of wood fibres and recycled plastic, composite decking offers a long-lasting alternative to traditional wood decking. However, despite its many
08/03/2024
Insider Finance Tips Series #1 By Joe Barbera, Managing Director of Liquid Corporate Finance. One of the questions I am asked the most is "Do you think my finance application will be accepted?" As positive as I am, I can never give a cast iron guarantee and say yes. However, with over 20 years' e
08/03/2024
In our modern, fast-paced world, the need for storage solutions has become increasingly vital. Whether you're decluttering your home, moving to a new place, or simply need extra space for your belongings, storage companies offer a convenient and secure way to store your items. However, before entrus
08/03/2024
Balfour Beatty VINCI has launched its last tunnel boring machine (TBM) to dig tunnels for HS2. The 125 metres long TBM has started on its journey to dig the second bore of HS2’s Bromford Tunnel, between the east portal at Water Orton in North Warwickshire and the west portal at Washwood Heath in Bi
08/03/2024
Moda Living has marked International Women's Day 2024 with a new mentoring programme designed to educate and inspire young talent around career opportunities in the built environment sector, that will give opportunities to more than 50 students from disadvantaged backgrounds in the next five years.
08/03/2024
Refurbishment work on Longton Library in Stoke-on-Trent is almost complete. Work has been ongoing on the refurb of Longton Library since £300,000 of funding was secured from Arts Council England, as part of the Libraries Improvement Fund. The modernisation of the library is the largest part of the
07/03/2024
McLaren Construction has scooped a £41 million contract for Centurion Park, an 11-unit industrial and logistics development in Colchester, Essex, by Tungsten Properties. Centurion Park has been designed for B1C (light industrial), B2 (general industrial) and B8 (storage and distribution) uses and w
07/03/2024
Willmott Dixon has been selected for a £29 million scheme to build 65 new affordable homes on Tavistock Road as part of the Westminster City Council's Fairer Westminster strategy. Known as Westmead, the six-storey building will seek to achieve the AECB CarbonLite™ New Build standard which is a benc
07/03/2024
Avant Homes Central has acquired a site in Mansfield to deliver a £90 million, 396 new home multi-tenure development. Subject to planning, Avant Homes Central will build 396 of its practically designed, energy efficient two-, three- and four-bedroom homes at the site at Pleasley Hill. The housebui
07/03/2024
Morgan Sindall Construction has completed work on the Elm building at Oxford Brookes University's Clive Booth Student Village. The Elm building is one of four buildings being created as part of the first phase of the redevelopment of the University's accommodating site, delivering 515 new en-suite
07/03/2024
WorkMule, a company dedicated to enhancing safety and efficiency in construction operations, has announced the release of its intellectual property for an excavator track cleaner at no cost. This pioneering move is rooted in the company's core mission: to foster a safer, more efficient, and collab
07/03/2024
Solihull Council approved the design for HS2 green tunnel in Burton Green. HS2 welcomed Schedule 17 planning permission from the council. The designs respond to community feedback, focusing on bigger and better green spaces around the railway, following public engagement events in October 2019 and
07/03/2024
Plans to refurbish the Orangery in Heaton Park have been submitted to Manchester City council. The plans will see the Orangery, last open in 2012, undergo an refurbishment overhaul to bring the building back into use. The planned works to the interior of the Orangery are the latest in the continue
07/03/2024
Esh Group has marked the first anniversary of its education programme, which aims to showcase direct links between the curriculum and careers in construction, by launching a science workshop. Construction in the Curriculum (CITC) was successfully launched in February 2023 to deliver a timetabled su
07/03/2024
Network Rail has appointed a new Route Director on its North & East route who will be responsible for running the railway in Yorkshire and the North East of England. Jason Hamilton will take over the role from Matt Rice, who is leaving the organisation after four and a half years as Route Director
07/03/2024
Construction firm Jack Lunn Ltd has promoted three of its senior team members to its board of directors. The appointments not only reward three high performing individuals but also form part of a strategic plan to grow the business across key performing areas. Nicola Thompson becomes Financial Di
06/03/2024
Winvic Construction has been awarded the first contract in the redevelopment of the former Honda Car Plant in Swindon by repeat client Panattoni. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak visited the site to celebrate the start on site at Panattoni Park Swindon with Panattoni’s UK executive leadership team and
06/03/2024
McAleer & Rushe has been appointed to develop a permanent home for London's Migration Museum, as part of a landmark mixed-use scheme in the heart of the City of London worth a construction contract value of over £100 million. The firm was selected by developer Dominus Real Estate. The 65 Crutched
06/03/2024
ISG has started work on two major projects valued at £135 million, as part of the Ministry of Justice’s (MoJ's) £4bn investment programme to create an additional 20,000 prison places across the UK. The schemes at HMP Guys Marsh in Dorset and HMP Liverpool were procured through the Crown Commercial
06/03/2024
Gelder Group has commenced work on a £9 million development of Savoy Cinema in Gainsborough. West Lindsey District Council and Savoy Cinema announced that Gelder Group have secured the contract to build the state-of-the-art complex in the Market Place. The development will deliver a 4-screen cinem
06/03/2024
Construction firm Galliford Try has announced a continued strong performance in the first six months of its financial year. The Group has continued to increase its revenue, up by 21% on the same period in 2023, while both profit before tax, up 33% at £15.6m, and margin up 0.2ppts to 2.5%, have seen
06/03/2024
When an employee is exposed to the risk of working at height an appropriate fall arrest system is required. Working at height as defined by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is considered any work in any place where, if precautions are not taken, a person could fall a distance liable to cause
06/03/2024
HBD, part of Henry Boot, has secured outline planning consent for the next phase of Butterfield Business Park in Luton. HBD has delivered more than 325,000 sq. ft. across the 83-acre site, with occupiers including Eden Farm and Shoal Group alongside a range of SMEs based within the popular Quad dev
06/03/2024
Network Rail has completed work to raise the height of a boundary wall to improve the safety of the railway on Royal Terrace in Linlithgow. The wall was raised to 1.8m to make sure it complies with current railway standards. Engineers used stone to match the existing wall and to make sure the tall
06/03/2024
Resurfacing work is to start at the car park at Pitcheroak Golf Course in Redditch. The car park, which serves the golf club run by Rubicon Leisure, will be closed in stages and then completely for several days to allow for resurfacing, new kerbs, and relining, later this month. The project will k
06/03/2024
Construction firm Kier has launched new educational resources designed to address the skills’ shortage in the construction sector and encourage young people to consider a career in the industry. Developed by industry experts and educators, ‘Kierriculum’ will be made available to schools and college
05/03/2024
Trafford Council has approved plans submitted by waterside regeneration specialists Peel Waters, to create 159 new homes at Manchester Waters. Located between The Bridgewater Canal and The Manchester Ship Canal, the one-, two- and three- bedroom apartments will be split across two buildings, overlo
05/03/2024
Morgan Sindall has commenced enabling works on site as part of its work on the £20 million regeneration of Accrington Town Square projects, which include restoration of the Market Hall, Burtons Chambers and Market Chambers. The start was marked by a groundbreaking event bringing together partners
05/03/2024
Construction firm BAM has completed work at Highgate East, a new purpose-built NHS mental health inpatient facility providing 78 single ensuite rooms, green outdoor spaces and a wide range of facilities to support the recovery of service users. Working with North London Mental Health Partnership (
05/03/2024
Construction work has been completed on a new £5.8 million Gene Therapy Vector Facility (GTVF) at King's College in London. The expanded facility was delivered within a live environment and will now operate as one of the largest suppliers of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) grade viral vectors, s
05/03/2024
Balfour Beatty has appointed Tony Wilson as Managing Director of its UK Power Transmission and Distribution (Power T&D) business. Tony will be responsible for delivering the business’ growth plans, fuelled by the UK Government's requirement for clean and domestically generated energy, firmly establ
05/03/2024
Construction work has been completed has at the Spinners Quarter development in Salford by Lovell Together – a joint venture between Lovell Partnerships and Together Housing Group. Located in Pendleton, Salford, the development has been part of one of the largest strategic residential regeneration
05/03/2024
Groundwork has announced a new partnership with Environmental Services & Solutions Expo (ESS), the leading event for the environmental services industry. Together, they will focus on addressing the growing skills shortage in green jobs and encouraging more young people to pursue careers that protec
05/03/2024
St John Ambulance, a renowned provider of first aid training, has announced its upcoming Sports First Aid Course scheduled for Saturday, 23rd March. The course will be held at its premises located on the Saintfield Road in Belfast. Designed to equip participants with essential life-saving skills
05/03/2024
Inciner8, a leading innovator in the design and manufacturing of incineration and waste management solutions, is proud to announce our partnership with MedSafe for the upcoming Disasters Expo in Miami. This collaboration highlights our shared commitment to advancing disaster preparedness and recov
05/03/2024
At Hyperion Tiles we are always looking for new ways to elevate our product portfolio – and the services we offer – to the next level. So we are thrilled to announce a new partnership with
04/03/2024
South Gloucestershire Council has approved proposals for the revised masterplan for Brabazon, a new neighbourhood for South Gloucestershire and Bristol being built by YTL Developments on the historic former Filton Airfield. As the birthplace of Concorde and supersonic travel, home to over 100 years
04/03/2024
Esh Construction has completed work on a £3 million project in Sheffield. The company has handed over 20 new affordable homes at Fir View Gardens in Sheffield. Working on behalf of Great Places Housing Group, the development has been delivered on a vacant piece of land off Osgathorpe Drive, close
04/03/2024
Morgan Sindall Construction has commenced refurbishment work at Watford Colosseum to preserve, modernise and upgrade the historic live entertainment venue. Built in 1938, Watford Colosseum is a Grade II listed building renowned worldwide for its exceptional acoustics. Described by Julian Lloyd Webb
04/03/2024
Why Fall-Pac? We've been protecting those working at height needing height safety equipment since 2004, with fall arrest systems that we believe are the safest available. Fall-Pac's team is passionate about safety, with unmatched knowledge in fall protection system. Our polystyrene and air-pocket
04/03/2024
Southend-On-Sea Council has re-tendered the construction contract for the Cliffs Pavilion refurbishment project. This is after costs submitted in Willmott Dixon's tender submission were deemed too high and outside of the project budget. The council entered into a pre-construction agreement with th
04/03/2024
We're a team specialising in the supply of top tier barrier products. These can take on many forms, including handrails and crash barriers. There is something here for every situation. Also, we can install these items nationwide. As one of the front-runners of the UK barrier industry, you can depe
04/03/2024
EN:Procure has appointed 27 contractors to its latest £700m new build housing framework. The procurement arm of social housing consortium Efficiency North previously welcomed bidding across four lots of predominantly social housing new build schemes of various sized generally in Yorkshire a
04/03/2024
Robertson Construction has started building works on an extra care development in Cleckheaton, Kirklees, for Housing 21. Pictured left to right: A ground-breaking ceremony was held to mark the start of construction and Robertson was joined by representatives from Housing 21, Kirklees Council and H
04/03/2024
Schiedel has now officially launched our Outdoor Kitchen to the UK market! Introducing The Hale! Discover helpful information about The Hale through our extensive list of frequently asked questions.
04/03/2024
Spitfire Homes has officially opened a new Customer Suite at Malabar, a new neighbourhood in Daventry, Northamptonshire, against a backdrop of rising buyer demand across the UK. The collection comprises a variety of aspirational new two- to five-bedroom homes tailored to suit a range of lifestyles
01/03/2024
Plans to demolish and rebuild New Oscott Primary School in Sutton Coldfield have been approved by Birmingham City Council. Designed by CPMG Architects, the plans will transform the existing single-storey building into a purpose-built two-storey school with a sustainability specification including n
01/03/2024
Stantec has been appointed to provide integrated design services for Agratas, Tata Group's global battery business, who are building a battery cell manufacturing facility on the Gravity Smart Campus in the United Kingdom (UK). The new advanced manufacturing facility, comprising three separate buil
01/03/2024
Winvic Construction Ltd has selected as a contractor for Lot 5 of the Warwickshire County Council (WCC) Framework Contract for the Provision of Engineering and Construction Works. Work under Lot 5 of the Framework will typically involve the construction – or the design and construction – of major h
01/03/2024
Babcock and the UK's Submarine Delivery Agency (SDA) have agreed acontract worth an estimated £560 million to undertake the planned deep maintenance and life extension programme for HMS Victorious, one of the UK's Vanguard Class nuclear submarines. The multi-year life extension programme will deliv
01/03/2024
Sefton Council is set to discuss the appointment of a new contractor for Bootle Strand in the latest step towards its redevelopment. The decision to partner with Vinci Construction UK would be another significant milestone in a process that started seven years ago. Sefton Council purchased Bootle
01/03/2024
The government has unveiled £90 million in funding to accelerate the efforts already undertaken by the council to revamp Blackpool's housing market. This new landmark investment which forms part of the government’s Levelling Up commitment to the town, will be used over the coming years to start to
01/03/2024
David Hurcomb is to retire from his role as Chief Executive Officer of NG Bailey Group in May 2024. Under David's leadership, NG Bailey, the UK's largest independent engineering and services business, has experienced unprecedented growth, diversification and success. From cultivating a balanced bus
01/03/2024
Construction firm Kier has been recognised by three major organisations for its sustainability achievements and targets, in a key milestone for its ESG strategy. The company has been awarded the London Stock Exchange Green Economy Mark, given to listed companies which can demonstrate that 50% of t
01/03/2024
Work is to commence on a state-of-the-art all weather football pitch in Sale, Trafford. The full size 3G pitch is being built at Crossford Bridge on the site used previously by Old Altrinchamians FC. Trafford Council was successful in bidding for £1 million worth of funding from the Premier League
01/03/2024
Eastern Green Link 2 (EGL2), a joint venture between SSEN Transmission and National Grid Electricity Transmission (NGET), has reached another milestone in the development of a new subsea electricity superhighway after sealing contracts with BAM and Hitachi Energy to supply and build converter statio
