London
UK
Ireland
Scotland
30/04/2025
Construction has been completed on 368 build-to-rent apartments at West Bar in Sheffield, marking the successful delivery of the £300 million development's first phase.
The handover of the homes for occupation comes alongside the completion of a 100,000 sq ft office building and a new public squar
30/04/2025
United Living Group has announced that its subsidiary, United Living Energy Limited, part of the United Living Infrastructure Services (ULIS) division, has been appointed by Liverpool Bay CCS Limited (LBCCS), a subsidiary of global energy-tech company Eni, as one of the main contractors for a major
30/04/2025
Construction has begun on one of Birmingham's most eagerly awaited regeneration projects, Upper Trinity Street.
The development is a joint venture between Caddick Construction, Cole Waterhouse, Taurus Investment Holdings and Housing Growth Partnership.
The start of work on the Digbeth-based scheme
30/04/2025
Henry Boot Construction has been appointed to build a new environmentally friendly Maintenance Delivery Unit (MDU) for Network Rail in Barnetby, North Lincolnshire.
The project, located adjacent to Barnetby Station, will see the construction of a modern, two-storey 9,500 sq ft facility designed to
30/04/2025
Work is now underway on a new sustainable housing development in Salford, specifically designed for residents aged 55 and over.
The project, led by housing association Salix Homes in partnership with main contractor Caddick Construction, will deliver 69 energy-efficient homes on disused land at Ar
30/04/2025
Winvic Construction Ltd has revealed plans for its pavilion at UKREiiF 2025, announcing a new partnership with Leeds-based charity Zarach as part of its commitment to community impact and industry collaboration.
Titled the 'Winvic and Partner's Hub', the pavilion will serve as a space for thought l
30/04/2025
G F Tomlinson has officially broken ground on the University of Nottingham’s new hydrogen propulsion systems laboratory, a £5 million state-of-the-art facility set to transform clean energy research at the university's Jubilee Campus.
Scheduled for completion in December, the facility will support
30/04/2025
McLaren Construction Midlands and North has been appointed to lead the delivery of Plot 4 at the Matrix 49 industrial development in Avonmouth, Bristol.
The project is being undertaken on behalf of Equation Properties Ltd.
Work began on site in February 2025, with the 66-week construction programm
30/04/2025
Track and Wire Sawing at the Cotswold Canal.
As part of the lottery funded restoration project for the Stroud Valley Canal, we were approached to help with the restoration of Blunder Lock.
History of Blunder Lock
Blunder Lock was built in the mid-late 1770s and is part of the Eastington F
30/04/2025
Passengers at Leatherhead station are now benefiting from significantly improved accessibility following the completion of a £6.2 million upgrade led by Network Rail and funded through the Department for Transport's 'Access for All' programme.
The major enhancement includes the opening of a new ful
29/04/2025
Construction has officially begun on a new £13 million luxury care home in Wavendon, near Milton Keynes.
The project, led by contractor Clegg Construction, will deliver a state-of-the-art, three-storey, 96-bed facility for Hampton Healthcare, a subsidiary of the Rochmills Group.
The new care home
29/04/2025
Latimer, the development arm of Clarion Housing Group, has officially broken ground on its flagship northern site, Dyecoats, marking a major milestone in one of the most significant regeneration projects in Leeds.
The scheme will deliver more than 1,600 new homes and generate up to £300 million in
29/04/2025
Leeds United Football Club has revealed proposed design images for the long-anticipated redevelopment of Elland Road, marking a significant step forward in modernising the historic stadium.
The visual concepts follow the club's initial announcement in September 2024 outlining ambitions to enhance a
29/04/2025
Galliford Try’s Building London and South East Commercial business has officially completed the redevelopment of 127 Charing Cross Road, handing over the mixed-use scheme to client Nomura Real Estate Development and development manager Lothbury Investment Management.
Located at 127-133 Charing Cros
29/04/2025
Camden Council's planning committee has approved plans for the refurbishment of EDGE Shaftesbury, also known as the 125 Shaftesbury Avenue scheme, in a major boost for Central London’s office market.
The project is being led by Edge and Mitsubishi Estate London.
The redevelopment will transform
29/04/2025
Pupils at St Oswald's Catholic Primary School in Coppull were given a fun and educational experience this month as local housebuilder Story Homes hosted a special classroom workshop to promote construction site safety.
Just five minutes from the school, Story Homes' Elmbrook Park development provid
29/04/2025
Morgan Sindall Construction has been appointed as the main contractor for the highly anticipated Brunswick Wharf development in Bideford, Devon.
The scheme, led by developer Red Earth, will revitalise a long-neglected part of the town's historic riverside, delivering more than 100 new apartments,
29/04/2025
Wates Group has announced the appointment of James Saunders as its new Chief People Officer, succeeding Paul Rowan, who will retire at the end of 2025 after more than a decade with the company.
Saunders will officially take up the role on 6 May 2025 and will join the company’s Executive Committee.
29/04/2025
Perega has announced the appointment of Nick Simmonds as Associate Building Surveyor, marking a significant step in the consultancy's expansion of its building surveying services across the UK.
With a well-established presence in the North, this strategic hire sets the foundation for Perega’s first
29/04/2025
Hattersley's ongoing transformation continues to gather momentum, with the past year bringing major developments in housing, employment, public space improvements, and community services.
The regeneration is being delivered through a partnership between Tameside Council, Onward Homes, and Homes En
28/04/2025
Galliford Try has announced that its Infrastructure business has been appointed to deliver the Banwell bypass project in North Somerset, under a contract worth £66.5 million.
Commissioned by North Somerset Council and funded through the Homes England Housing Infrastructure Fund, the project was sec
28/04/2025
Willmott Dixon has redeveloped the Therapia Lane Depot in Sutton, transforming a disused industrial site into a modern facility that supports the borough's environmental ambitions.
The new depot now serves as the base for all of Sutton's waste collection and street cleaning vehicles. It features 11
28/04/2025
Demolition work has officially started on three tower blocks in Coventry's Spon End, marking a significant milestone in the area’s major regeneration project.
The 1960s-built blocks, Kerry House, Milestone House, and Trafalgar House, are being taken down by housing association Citizen, working in p
28/04/2025
A major £180,000 highways improvement scheme has begun in Stafford.
The project involves the reconstruction and resurfacing of the A5187 Station Road, including work on the approaches and exits of the Station Road/Railway Street and Victoria Road roundabout. Crews will also be repairing damaged iro
28/04/2025
Network Rail is set to carry out more than 630 projects across Britain's railway network during the early and late May Bank Holidays, aiming to deliver key infrastructure improvements while keeping most services running as normal.
The quieter bank holiday weekends, particularly on major commuter ro
28/04/2025
A new blood donation centre has completed in South London, boosting community engagement and playing a key role in combatting sickle cell disease.
The first permanent NHS Blood and Transplant donor centre in Brixton, converted from an unused retail unit, has been completely refitted with nine donor
28/04/2025
S.E.M.CO specialises in bespoke racking for timber merchants, manufacturing and supplying directly from its purpose-built facility in Cannock, Staffordshire, and are truly experts in the f
28/04/2025
As one of the UK's leading rubber moulding companies, we understand the importance of incorporating the right components into your designs to ensure optimal performance, safety, and longevity.
One such crucial element that is often overlooked is the humble rubber grommet. However, custom rubber gr
25/04/2025
Aston Villa Football Club has unveiled plans to refurbish and expand the iconic North Stand at Villa Park, a major step in the wider regeneration of the North Grounds.
The redevelopment will raise the stadium's total capacity to over 50,000, with the North Stand alone increasing to more than 12,00
25/04/2025
Morgan Sindall Construction's Southern Home Counties team has officially handed over the newly completed Crawley Innovation Centre to Crawley Borough Council (CBC).
The transformation of the former TUI travel house into a cutting-edge innovation, economic and technology hub drew local leaders, busi
25/04/2025
Clowes Developments has confirmed that construction will soon commence on five new trade counter, warehouse and industrial units at Stud Brook Business Park in Castle Donington, following planning approval from North West Leicestershire District Council.
The new development, Plot 1, will feature fi
25/04/2025
A historic 18th-century landmark has been carefully restored as part of the major Garendon Park housing development in Loughborough.
The Grade II* listed Obelisk, located within the grounds of the former Garendon Hall estate, had endured years of weathering before undergoing a sensitive restoration
25/04/2025
Mace has appointed industry heavyweight, Gary Sweeney, to head up its European team working across the Healthcare, Life Sciences and Technology sectors.
Gary joins Mace following a spell as Interim Director in Turner & Townsend’s Advanced Manufacturing, Industrial and Logistics division in the UK
25/04/2025
A groundbreaking ceremony has recently marked the start of a £5.5 million extension project at Thorp Academy in Ryton, Gateshead.
The development, aimed at accommodating the growing student population, is being delivered by Morgan Sindall Construction on behalf of the Northern Education Trust (NET
25/04/2025
Wakefield-based Henley Stone Specialists has been appointed to deliver Glass Reinforced Concrete (GRC) elements for the first phase of 'Our Cultural Heart', Kirklees Council’s flagship project aimed at revitalising Huddersfield town centre.
Part of the Henley Construction Management Group, Henley S
25/04/2025
More than 2,500 Nottingham homes are set to benefit from energy efficiency improvements as part of a major £153 million regional initiative to cut household bills and carbon emissions.
Nottingham City Council's Executive Board has approved the acceptance of nearly £76 million in Government funding
25/04/2025
Introduction: What Is a Fitted Hoist?
A fitted hoist is a mechanical lifting device installed in the home to help safely move individuals with limited mobility. Commonly found in bedrooms, bathrooms and living spaces, these systems make it easier and safer to transfer someone between a bed, chair,
25/04/2025
Rail services between Hereford and Shrewsbury are facing significant disruption following the collapse of an underground culvert, forcing the closure of the line in both directions.
Emergency engineering works are underway to ensure the safety of the railway.
Network Rail's engineering teams are
24/04/2025
The transformation of Shrewsbury town centre took a major step as Shropshire Council's Northern Planning Committee approved the outline planning application for the second phase of the Smithfield Riverside regeneration project.
Led by Shropshire Council in partnership with development manager Rivin
24/04/2025
Plans for a major new residential development in Castle Cary have been given the green light, as Persimmon Homes Severn Valley secured approval from Somerset Council's South Area Planning Committee.
The scheme will see the delivery of 162 new homes, with 35 per cent designated as affordable housing
24/04/2025
Peveril Securities and PMI Developments have announced progress on a major student accommodation scheme in collaboration with Nottingham-based CPMG Architects, aimed at addressing the city's increasing student housing demand.
The development, located on Glasshouse Street in Nottingham's Eastside, w
24/04/2025
A major milestone has been reached in the ambitious Northern Gateway regeneration project, as the Northern Gateway Development Vehicle (NGDV) has submitted an outline planning application for a nationally significant employment site in Greater Manchester.
NGDV, a 50/50 joint venture between Harwort
24/04/2025
Altilium has officially begun construction on the UK's first large-scale electric vehicle (EV) battery recycling facility with integrated chemical refining.
Located on a four-acre site in Plymouth, Devon, the groundbreaking ACT 3 plant is set to revolutionise how the UK handles end-of-life EV batte
24/04/2025
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has confirmed the delivery of 284 new energy-efficient homes in Enfield, as part of a development on land at North Middlesex University Hospital.
The project, being delivered in partnership with Vistry Group and the Hyde Group, is the latest milestone in the Mayor's
24/04/2025
Plans for a new development of ten contemporary coastal homes at Steamer Point have been given the go-ahead.
Developer Pennyfarthing Homes has secured planning approval for the 1.3-hectare scheme, which will replace a series of disused buildings with architecturally distinctive properties, set agai
24/04/2025
One of Chorlton's landmarks has officially reopened its doors following an extensive refurbishment that has both modernised and lovingly restored the historic library building at the heart of the community.
Chorlton Library, a cornerstone of the neighbourhood since its opening, has undergone a majo
24/04/2025
Harland & Wolff, the iconic Belfast shipyard renowned for building the Titanic, is poised for a major transformation following a significant investment from Navantia UK. The site is set to become one of the most advanced naval construction facilities in the United Kingdom.
The investment, which inc
24/04/2025
Local residents are being invited to attend a fourth public information event as preparations continue for the complete replacement of the Greek Street bridge.
The event will take place on Tuesday 29 April 2025, from 4pm to 7pm at Our Lady’s Catholic Primary School in Edgeley, Stockport. It offers
23/04/2025
Vistry Group has completed and handed over 22 new affordable homes at its Emmer Green Drive development in Caversham, marking a key milestone in the transformation of the former Reading Golf Club site.
The latest phase includes 11 homes for affordable rent and 11 shared ownership properties, which
23/04/2025
Holcim UK has taken another significant step toward its net-zero ambitions with the installation of a new solar panel system at its Callow Plant near Cheddar, Somerset.
The latest phase of the building materials giant's renewable energy programme has seen 464 solar panels fitted to the rooftops of
23/04/2025
Heidelberg Materials UK has been awarded two major highways contracts in Wales, strengthening its role in the maintenance and improvement of both local and strategic road networks.
The company has successfully re-secured its contract with Neath Port Talbot (NPT) Council, extending a partnership tha
23/04/2025
Avant Homes has announced a new £6.2 million agreement with social housing provider Ongo to deliver 34 new homes at its Moorwell Meadows development in Yaddlethorpe.
The deal marks the second partnership between Avant Homes and Ongo, highlighting the housebuilder's growing presence in the affordabl
23/04/2025
Residents in Sandwell are being encouraged to take part in a group-buying scheme that makes switching to renewable energy more affordable and accessible.
The Solar Together initiative, backed by Sandwell Council and neighbouring local authorities, enables homeowners to invest in solar panels, batt
23/04/2025
Housing provider Gentoo Group has announced a major investment of more than £250,000 in its 2025 apprenticeship programme.
Gentoo is to host an open day on Saturday 10 May from 9.30am to 1pm at its head office, Emperor House, located in Doxford International Business Park. The event is open to anyo
23/04/2025
BAM, in partnership with Ferrovial and SK ecoplant under the joint venture Riverlinx, has completed the Silvertown Tunnel, a major infrastructure milestone connecting Silvertown in Newham with the Greenwich Peninsula.
Spanning 1.4 kilometres beneath the River Thames, the new tunnel aims to signific
23/04/2025
Complete construction partner Stepnell has officially launched a standalone bespoke joinery business, Lawford Bespoke Joinery.
While headquartered in Rugby, the new business will operate nationwide, delivering custom joinery solutions across a broad range of sectors including commercial, residentia
23/04/2025
Wates Group has announced the appointment of Robert Stone as its new Head of Public Sector and National Frameworks.
Stone will work alongside Stephen Beechey, Group Public Sector Director, to strengthen Wates' relationships with government bodies and public sector clients. He will also play a pivot
23/04/2025
Electro-Wind Limited are excited to announce that international shopping is now available on all orders – no matter where you are in the world.
Whether you're across the street or across the ocean, your favourite products can now be delivered to your location.
22/04/2025
Construction company Kier has completed the redevelopment of Crescent at Temple Quay in Bristol, delivering a modern, sustainability-focused workspace on behalf of investment and development firm CEG.
The transformation includes a striking new two-storey façade, a rooftop extension, and three priva
22/04/2025
McPhillips has been awarded a £10 million contract by Hereford Council to construct the city’s new Transport Hub.
The project is part of a broader strategy to improve travel and connectivity across the city, encouraging a shift away from car dependency and supporting more sustainable transport opti
22/04/2025
Network Rail has delivered a wide-ranging programme of engineering works across south London, Kent and Sussex over the Easter weekend, completing critical upgrades aimed at improving safety, reliability and long-term performance of the railway network.
Despite the scale of the operation, more than
22/04/2025
Indurent has submitted a planning application for the final phase of development at Indurent Park Longbridge West, marking a major milestone in the ongoing regeneration of one of Birmingham's most historically significant industrial sites.
Located 12km south-west of Birmingham city centre, the site
22/04/2025
Notting Hill Genesis has agreed to sell 10,000 square feet of new high-quality workspace to long-term partner Bow Arts Trust in the heart of Hackney Wick.
The space will deliver 38 affordable studio units, designed to support local creatives and small enterprises.
Currently under construction and
22/04/2025
Ireland's largest independent manufacturer of concrete products Kilsaran, have entrusted Wilsons Auctions to sell over 150 assets of quarry equipment and construction machinery this May.
The upcoming auction is set to take place on Friday 16th May at Wilsons Auctions Dublin, with the first lot gett
22/04/2025
Developer Chancerygate has appointed Caddick Construction as the main contractor for its latest urban logistics development, T45, located just off the A63 in Leeds.
The project is expected to complete in early 2026 and will deliver 23 state-of-the-art commercial units to support the growing needs
22/04/2025
Construction firm G F Tomlinson has completed the complex and highly specialised task of removing and replacing the original roof of the Grade II Listed Central Building at the University of Nottingham\s Castle Meadow Campus.
The project is part of a major refurbishment to safeguard and enhance the
22/04/2025
Broadland District Councillor Caroline Karimi-Ghovanlou and Chairman of Sprowston Town Council Bill Couzens officially reopened the Viking Community Building, marking the beginning of a new era for the historic site.
Originally built in 1956 as the Viking Pub, the building has undergone a major tra
22/04/2025
Wates has submitted a planning application for the redevelopment of Farnham and Hilldene.
The scheme represents the third phase of the wider Harold Hill Town Centre regeneration and proposes the delivery of 481 new homes, alongside upgraded retail and community spaces. The plans support a broader a
17/04/2025
Willmott Dixon has been selected by Oldham Council to build a new Visitor Centre and Forestry Skills Centre at Northern Roots, the UK's largest urban farm and eco-park.
The development marks a major milestone in the transformation of 160 acres of green space at the heart of Oldham, part of the coun
17/04/2025
A groundbreaking ceremony has officially marked the commencement of construction for Versa, a state-of-the-art laboratory facility at King's Cross.
The project, which is being delivered by Morgan Sindall Construction, has been commissioned by Kadans Science Partner, a prominent European investor s
17/04/2025
A major milestone has been reached on Skanska's A428 improvement scheme, as the project team connected the new A428 and B1040 roads over a newly constructed bridge and opened it to traffic last weekend.
The achievement marks a crucial step forward in the project, enabling access to part of the main
17/04/2025
Our welfare unit hire division offers innovative ecowelfare units ready to be delivered nationwide and available in a range of configurations to accommodate 7, 12, or 15 persons with our most popular unit being our 12ft model fitted with advanced solar panels means there is no noise or vibrations f
17/04/2025
Huddersfield Station will temporarily close from Saturday 30 August to Monday 29 September 2025 to allow for a critical phase of engineering work as part of the Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU).
The closure will enable extensive track and platform remodelling at the Grade I listed station, which ha
17/04/2025
Visitors to Mumbles over the Easter holidays can now enjoy the transformed promenade, as major upgrades under the Mumbles Coastal Protection Project near completion.
Contractors have begun laying a durable buff-coloured top surface, replacing the previously installed black Tarmac. The fresh finish
17/04/2025
Herefordshire Council has secured £1 million in funding from the government’s Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme, to redevelop Hereford's Museum and Art Gallery into one of the most energy-efficient heritage public buildings in the UK.
The funding will be used to install a low carbon heating syst
17/04/2025
David Lloyd Leisure, Europe's leading health, fitness and wellness group, has submitted a planning application to Wirral Council for a new club at Wirral Waters.
The proposed club, set to create up to 100 permanent jobs upon completion, will be located at Peel Waters’ Bidston Dock site off Wallasey
16/04/2025
Pennyfarthing Homes has officially broken ground at Danes Park in New Milton, launching construction on a significant new residential development that will deliver 164 homes.
To mark the milestone, directors from Pennyfarthing Homes welcomed Councillor Steve Davies, Portfolio Holder for Housing and
16/04/2025
GMI Construction Group is celebrating the official opening of Dakota Newcastle, the North East's first Dakota Hotel, situated on Newcastle's Quayside.
The 118-room luxury boutique hotel, located at St Anne's Wharf, has welcomed its first guests and is poised to become a major addition to the region
16/04/2025
Gleeds has been named project manager for the billion-pound redevelopment of Airedale General Hospital in Keighley, West Yorkshire on behalf of Airedale NHS Foundation Trust.
The award-winning trust employs over 3,000 people and provides acute, elective, specialist and community care for a populat
16/04/2025
Morgan Sindall Construction has marked the official opening of a new Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) teaching block and a specialist hydrotherapy pool at Philip Southcote School in Addlestone, in a celebration attended by students, families and local officials.
The event brought t
16/04/2025
Bedford Borough Council has successfully completed a footpath refurbishment programme across several of its parks and open spaces.
The initiative, funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF), targeted key parks across the borough following a detailed review that identified areas in need of repa
16/04/2025
Wates Fit Out has announced the appointment of Phoebe Wood as Senior Business Development Manager, where she will lead the team's business development efforts and support the growth of new opportunities across the commercial fit-out sector.
With close to three years of experience in the built envir
16/04/2025
United Living has announced the appointment of Claire Kershaw as Chief Executive Officer of United Living Property Services.
With over two decades of experience in the social housing sector, Claire brings a wealth of knowledge in property maintenance, refurbishment, and regeneration. Her career inc
16/04/2025
Sempra Homes, the housing subsidiary of Basildon Council, is preparing to launch its latest 100% affordable housing development at Bowers Close on London Road in Pitsea, Essex.
The new development will deliver 31 high-quality homes aimed at increasing access to affordable housing for local residen
15/04/2025
Costain, working as part of the SMP Alliance, has completed the construction of 41 new emergency areas on the M1 motorway between junctions 28 and 35A, delivering the project ahead of schedule.
The newly installed emergency areas span a 32-mile stretch of motorway running from Derbyshire to South Y
15/04/2025
Great Places Housing Group has formally submitted plans for the first development to come forward under the newly approved masterplan for the regeneration of the Grey Mare Lane neighbourhood in east Manchester.
The proposal outlines a new affordable housing scheme comprising 82 apartments for socia
15/04/2025
Construction has officially begun on a £20 million speculatively developed industrial and logistics unit at Tournament Fields Business Park in Warwick.
Barberry Industrial, the commercial property developer and investor behind the project, announced that Bromsgrove-based contractor Benniman has bee
15/04/2025
Caddick Construction Group has posted robust financial results for the year ending 31 August 2024, with annual turnover reaching £356 million, marking a 12% increase on the previous year.
The figures highlight the company's commitment to sustainable growth and reinforce a positive outlook for the
15/04/2025
Shropshire Council has appointed Kier to deliver highways maintenance services for an additional year. This extends the contractor's existing seven-year contract, which began in 2018, through to April 2026.
Kier is responsible for planned and responsive highways works and major projects across Shr
15/04/2025
City of Wolverhampton Council is set to begin work on a ground-breaking neighbourhood pilot aimed at cutting carbon emissions, lowering energy costs, and improving public health following a successful funding bid.
The council has secured £545,502 from the West Midlands Combined Authority's Net Zero
15/04/2025
A disused brickwork site in Leiston is to be transformed as Persimmon Homes has officially broken ground on a new 97-home development, following planning approval from East Suffolk Council.
The project, named Aldhurst View, will deliver a mix of one- to five-bedroom homes, with 32 of the properties
15/04/2025
Roof lanterns are one of the star players in the world of skylights, bringing a touch of glamour and luxury to a growing number of homes across the UK.
If you have one at the top of your wish list, we're here to help with expert advice, top brand rooflights and a roof lantern buyer's guide to ligh
15/04/2025
Urban Fox, a joint venture between Balfour Beatty Investments and Urban Electric Networks, has secured its first-ever contract with Newport City Council to install one of the first lamp post electric vehicle (EV) charging networks in Wales.
The initiative marks a significant step forward in both t
14/04/2025
Elan Homes is preparing to start work on a 110-home scheme in the Warrington village of Hollins Green.
The Cheshire-based business recently acquired a 10.5-acre site off Manchester Road.
The land was allocated for housing in the Warrington Local Plan 2021/22 to 2038/39, which was adopted in Decemb
14/04/2025
Equans has successfully completed a significant infrastructure upgrade at the Leeds Generating Station Complex (GSC), a key facility supporting both the University of Leeds and Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
The transformative project is set to deliver increased resilience, improved efficienc
14/04/2025
Sir Robert McAlpine has been appointed as the main contractor by Northumbria University to deliver the new North East Space Skills and Technology Centre (NESST), a landmark £30 million development at the university's city campus in Newcastle.
The contract follows a successful pre-construction servi
14/04/2025
The Government Property Agency (GPA) has appointed Wates Smartspace to deliver the Category B (Cat B) fit-out of its flagship First Street Hub in Manchester city centre, marking a major step toward the completion of one of the UK’s most significant regional government office projects.
The appointme
14/04/2025
A £6 million project to improve accessibility at Herne Bay station has been completed, delivering two new lifts and a modern footbridge to make travel easier for all passengers.
Delivered in partnership with the Department for Transport's 'Access for All' programme, the upgrades aim to support pass
14/04/2025
Dover's town centre regeneration has taken a major leap forward with the appointment of construction and development specialists Willmott Dixon and Milligan to lead the transformation of the historic port town into a vibrant and modern destination.
Dover District Council has selected the two firms
14/04/2025
McLaren Construction Midlands and North has completed a landmark development in the logistics sector with the successful delivery of the UK's largest automated cold storage facility, built for Magnavale Ltd, a leading provider of temperature-controlled warehousing and value-added services.
Standing
14/04/2025
Kier has been appointed to redevelop the King's Academy Bay House School in Gosport, providing students with a range of new facilities.
The project is the latest Kier has won to support the Department for Education's School Rebuilding Programme, with others including Oak Academy and Northolt High S
11/04/2025
Demolition work has commenced at Darwen Youth Centre as part of a multi-million-pound redevelopment that will significantly expand and enhance the facility.
Bolton-based contractor Seddon is delivering the project, which will see the centre on Gary Aspden Way double in size, adding a new first floo
11/04/2025
Salford City Council has approved plans for a state-of-the-art Acoustics building, set to become a key part of Crescent Salford's innovation zone.
The world-class facility will serve as the new home for the University of Salford's Acoustics Department, supporting research, commercial activities an
11/04/2025
Travelodge has opened the doors to a new 113-room hotel in Chiswick, West London. Situated adjacent to Chiswick Roundabout, the new hotel has created 20 new jobs for the local community.
London Chiswick Travelodge is ideally located for both business and leisure travellers. Situated just a short di
11/04/2025
Salford City Council has approved plans to create a network of riverside walking and cycling routes connecting Salford Quays to the city centre, transforming an 8km stretch of the River Irwell into a vibrant and accessible urban park.
The plans, which were shaped by a public consultation held at th
11/04/2025
Avant Homes has unveiled plans to transform the 49-acre former Burtons clothing factory site in Burmantofts, Leeds, into a new sustainable community.
The development, named Montague Place in honour of Sir Montague Burton, the founder of the Burtons factory in 1921, is set to breathe new life into
11/04/2025
Proteus Waterproofing has appointed Tom Rae as its new Marketing Manager.
He brings a wealth of experience in strategic marketing, brand development and business growth, and will play a key role in strengthening the company’s presence in the waterproofing industry.
With more than 15 years of mark
10/04/2025
Network Rail has appointed Skanska to undertake the replacement of the Clifton Bridge near Penrith, Cumbria.
The £43 million contract involves designing, constructing, and installing a new 130-metre single-span steel bridge to replace the existing structure that carries the West Coast Main Line ov
10/04/2025
Mace has been appointed by JP Morgan Asset Management to redevelop 65 Gresham Street, one of the largest building reuse projects in the City of London.
The project will transform the existing structure into over 36,800 square metres of Grade A office, retail and ancillary spaces.
Emphasisi
10/04/2025
Bristol City Council has announced the closure of Bathurst Swing Bridge for a comprehensive refurbishment, a project expected to last up to two years.
The iconic bridge, constructed in 1905, connects Wapping Road and Cumberland Road to Commercial Road in the Harbourside area. Originally designed to
10/04/2025
QuikSTATS, a subsidiary of Kier Group, has secured a contract with National Highways to provide underground utilities mapping services across England's strategic road network.
The contract, valued at up to £9 million, spans three years with an option for a one-year extension. This agreement
10/04/2025
Guildford Borough Council has appointed McLaren Construction as the main contractor for its new depot.
This modern facility aims to consolidate various council services into a single, purpose-built location, enhancing operational efficiency and sustainability.
The new depot will house multi
10/04/2025
WeldCube Air is the elegant Fronius solution to what would otherwise be a complex welding challenge.
This cloud-based software solution brings transparency to welding operations and grants a clear overview of welding certificates and welding procedure specifications (WPS) at all times. It is a qui
10/04/2025
Understanding Custom Rubber Moulded Seals: An Introduction.
Custom rubber moulded seals play a crucial role in various industrial applications, providing essential protection against leaks, contamination, and environmental factors.
In this comprehensive guide, we'll delve into custom rubber moulde
10/04/2025
Specialist Design & Build.
The Classic Barn Company is dedicated to providing expert services in both the design and construction of private showroom garages. Their team of specialists have the knowledge and experience to create unique and high-quality designs, while also ensuring that those design
09/04/2025
The Security Event, one of the UK's leading exhibitions for the security industry, has returned to the NEC Birmingham until 10 April 2025.
Bringing together the full spectrum of the security sector, from manufacturers and distributors to installers, integrators, consultants and end users, the even
09/04/2025
Kier and Pembrokeshire County Council have marked the official start of construction on the Haverfordwest Public Transport Interchange (HPTI) with a traditional ground-breaking ceremony, celebrating a major milestone for the town's regeneration.
The event, held on site, was attended by key council
09/04/2025
Morgan Sindall Infrastructure has announced the expansion of its Digital and Data Academy in partnership with Multiverse, following the success of its latest cohort of graduating apprentices.
The move reinforces the company's commitment to upskilling its workforce and harnessing the power of data t
09/04/2025
The Chesterton Partnership, a joint venture led by developer Brookgate, has announced that blocwork will deliver the residential phase of development at Cambridge North, bringing forward over 400 new homes as part of the wider regeneration scheme.
Located around Cambridge North Station, the emergin
09/04/2025
A major investment to improve living standards across the army estate has reached a key milestone with the completion of new Single Living Accommodation (SLA) at St George's Barracks in Bicester.
The newly completed block provides 72 ensuite single bedrooms for Junior Rank soldiers, along with mode
09/04/2025
In a landmark development for Bedford Borough, Elected Mayor Tom Wootton has officially announced that Universal Destinations & Experiences will establish a world-class theme park and resort just south of Bedford, on the site of a former brickworks. The project marks a major milestone, positioning B
09/04/2025
The Health & Safety Event, currently underway at the NEC Birmingham, is attracting industry professionals from across the UK as it showcases the latest products, solutions, and innovations for workplace safety.
Running until April 10, the event has firmly established itself as the UK's premier mee
09/04/2025
Sheffield is once again proving its industrial innovation credentials, as a new agreement between E.ON UK and Marcegaglia Stainless Steel will see waste heat from steel production repurposed to provide low-carbon heating to homes and businesses across the city.
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) h
08/04/2025
McLaren Construction Midlands and North has officially announced its role in delivering the highly anticipated Birmingham England Temple for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
The project commenced with a ceremonial groundbreaking, attended by over 300 guests and live-streamed globall
08/04/2025
The University of Warwick's vision to create world-leading STEM facilities has taken a major step forward with the appointment of Kier as the preferred lead contractor to deliver Phase 1 of its STEM Connect Programme.
The announcement marks a significant milestone in the University's wider Connect
08/04/2025
Building work has officially commenced on a new Football Foundation PlayZone in Southwick.
The new multi-sport pitch is designed to offer football and basketball opportunities to people of all ages and abilities.
The development of the PlayZone has been made possible through a £198,076 grant from
08/04/2025
Avant Homes has announced the acquisition of a 20.1-acre site in Yaddlethorpe and received planning permission to deliver a new £45 million residential development including 200 homes.
Named Moorwell Meadows, the new development will be located off Scotter Road South and will feature a variety of t
08/04/2025
Applebridge Geoenvironmental, part of the Applebridge Family Construction Group, has been appointed for the Severn Trent Water & Hafren Dyfrdwy Ground Investigation Framework.
The framework, valued at £36 million over a three-year period, brings together 12 contractors to undertake vital ground inv
08/04/2025
When business is booming and demand is on the rise, your warehouse's production capacity can start to feel the strain.
While some companies might consider relocating or expanding their premises, there's a smarter solution that doesn't involve moving out—move up instead.
08/04/2025
Fibre cement is a versatile and robust building material that has gained popularity among the construction industry in recent years due to its strength, durability, and low maintenance qualities.
Fibre cement is made from a mixture of cement, cellulose fibres, sand, and other additives that are co
08/04/2025
Peabody's regeneration of South Thamesmead has reached a major milestone, with a topping out ceremony held to celebrate the latest phase of the transformation.
The event marked the progress of Phase Two of Peabody's seven-phase masterplan, a joint venture with housebuilder Lovell, which will delive
07/04/2025
GRAHAM has secured a partnership contract with Solihull Council for the delivery of hard facilities management (FM) services under the established Property Services and Maintenance Partnership.
The new agreement, awarded after a competitive procurement process, extends a relationship with Solihull
07/04/2025
Fleete has started construction on what is believed to be the largest dedicated commercial vehicle electric charging hub in the UK.
The shared facility, located in the Port of Tilbury, is on track for completion in December 2025.
The project marks the first works funded by the UK Government under
07/04/2025
Tenants are now settling into newly built, energy-efficient council homes in Middlecroft, as Chesterfield Borough Council completes the latest phase of its housing development programme.
Two three-bedroom houses on Ringwood Avenue have been handed over to their new occupants, while work has also fi
07/04/2025
A new health centre in Didcot has reached a significant milestone after receiving planning approval from the Vale of White Horse District Council.
The centre, located in Great Western Park, is set to enhance primary health care delivery in the area, which is managed by the Buckinghamshire, Oxfords
07/04/2025
Roof lanterns are one of the star players in the world of skylights, bringing a touch of glamour and luxury to a growing number of homes across the UK.
If you have one at the top of your wish list, we're here to help with expert advice, top brand rooflights and a roof lantern buyer's guide to ligh
07/04/2025
The Vale of Glamorgan Council is launching a new renewable energy initiative designed to help residents invest in solar panels and battery storage through a group-buying scheme.
The scheme, known as Solar Together, marks the first opportunity for South East Wales homeowners to benefit from a model
07/04/2025
Persimmon welcomed Wales' Cabinet Secretary for Housing, Jayne Bryant MS, to its Construction Academy in Llanilid this week.
The visit, which included a tour of the facility and a nearby Morgans Walk site, was led by Persimmon's chairman in Wales, Stephen Cleveley, along with managing directors St
07/04/2025
HLM Architects has successfully completed its leadership transition, marking the next phase in its evolution as an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT).
A carefully structured leadership shift will strengthen HLM’s position as an innovative, people-focused practice, ensuring long-term stability and futu
04/04/2025
A major new multi-generational housing scheme is set to take shape in Congleton after the McGoff Group secured unanimous planning approval for its proposed development on Morley Drive, the former site of John Morley Limited.
Approved at a recent planning committee meeting, the joint application fro
04/04/2025
GMI Construction Group has broken ground on a new £17 million purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) development on Foss Islands Road, marking its third major student housing project in York.
The five-storey scheme, developed in partnership by Urbium Capital and Harrogate-based Gregory Properti
04/04/2025
Network Rail has reopened a railway crossing at Vernatts Drain in Lincolnshire, using cutting-edge technology to ensure safer crossings for pedestrians and cyclists.
The crossing, which had been temporarily closed during the construction of the Spalding Western Relief Road, has now been upgraded wi
04/04/2025
Construction has officially begun on a landmark maritime training facility in Whitby that aims to position the town as a key player in the UK's offshore renewable energy and maritime industries.
Willmott Dixon has been appointed to deliver the £9.6 million Whitby Maritime Training Hub, a cutting-ed
04/04/2025
London Luton Airport has received the green light from the UK Government to increase its annual passenger capacity from 19 million to 32 million, in a decision expected to transform the town's economy and create thousands of new jobs.
The expansion proposal, brought forward by Luton Rising, the air
04/04/2025
Essential Green Skills, part of the Essential Site Skills Group, is encouraging commercial property owners to act now to improve their Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) ratings ahead of proposed tightening of Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES), which could require a minimum EPC rating of
04/04/2025
M.A Humm Quantity Surveying & Estimating Ltd has been delivering comprehensive preconstruction solutions since 2008.
Specialising in full estimating services, detailed and bespoke quantity surveying services, precise measurement and Bills of Quantities, and meticulous project planning, the company
04/04/2025
AE Racking Installations Ltd, a leading provider of racking systems and storage solutions, is proud to offer a wide range of services to meet the unique needs of both residential and commercial clients.
Specialising in the installation, dismantling, and relocation of various racking systems, AE Ra
04/04/2025
If you've been wanting to give your home an update without breaking the bank, then you need luxury vinyl click flooring!
Vinyl has come a long way from the low-quality flooring of the past, and it´s now extremely durable and also comes in a large number of colours and styles to suit your taste.
V
03/04/2025
Galliford Try's Investments business has received planning permission for a major Private Rental Sector (PRS) development at Grafton Gate in Central Milton Keynes, set to transform the city's skyline with a 33-storey residential tower.
The 599 Grafton Gate scheme will deliver 302 new homes, offerin
03/04/2025
Network Rail has awarded contracts worth up to £1.1 billion to four suppliers for on-track maintenance machines, ensuring the continued upkeep and renewal of Britain's railway network.
The contracts have been secured by Balfour Beatty Rail Limited, Colas Rail Limited, Swietelsky Babcock Rail (SB Ra
03/04/2025
Construction is well underway on a new £15.9 million extra care housing development in the heart of Hucknall, located on the site of the former police station.
The project is being led by Midlands-based Deeley Construction on behalf of affordable housing provider Preferred Homes Ltd and will deliv
03/04/2025
The regeneration of the Aylesbury Estate in south London has reached a significant milestone, with the latest phase of development reaching its highest point.
Members of the community gathered yesterday alongside representatives from Notting Hill Genesis, Southwark Council, the Greater London Autho
03/04/2025
Kirklees Council is set to complete its ambitious redevelopment of New Street by unveiling a special literary tribute to the town.
The final touch to the major improvement project will be a poem by National Poet Laureate Simon Armitage, a Marsden native, celebrating Huddersfield, its people, and i
03/04/2025
Peel Ports Group has appointed 18 contractors to its new construction framework, a major infrastructure programme valued at up to £750 million.
The framework will support development and maintenance projects across Peel Ports' UK and Ireland sites over the next eight years.
The multi-lot framewor
03/04/2025
Avant Homes West Yorkshire has submitted plans and exchanged contracts on a 5.63-acre site in Lofthouse Gate, Wakefield to deliver a £19.9m, 80-home development.
Called Lingwell Gate and located on Lingwell Gate Lane in Lofthouse Gate, the site will consist of one-, two-, three-, and four-bedroom h
03/04/2025
Pick Everard has expanded its structural engineering presence in the South West with the appointment of a new associate director to lead the team.
Ricardo Sequeira, a chartered member of the Institution of Structural Engineers, brings over 20 years of experience in high-rise residential and commerc
02/04/2025
Hinckley and Bosworth Councillors have approved plans for more than 300 new homes across two key locations, marking a significant expansion in local housing development.
Persimmon Homes North Midlands has received the green light for 81 new homes in Earl Shilton. Of these, 16 homes will be availabl
02/04/2025
Wates has completed the Welcome Building®, a 207,000 sq ft, nine-storey commercial space in Bristol.
The project, developed as a joint venture between Trammell Crow Company and EPISO 5, a fund managed by Tristan Capital Partners, sets a new benchmark for sustainability, wellbeing and community eng
02/04/2025
Skanska, in partnership with an Arup and SYSTRA 50/50 joint venture, has secured a position as a strategic delivery partner on Network Rail’s Eastern Region Development and Design Partnership Framework (DDPF).
The £300 million framework spans five years, with the potential for a three-year extensio
02/04/2025
New lifts and a footbridge have officially opened at Newtown station in Powys, making both platforms fully accessible to all passengers for the first time.
Network Rail and contractor AmcoGiffen began work on the project in December 2023. While the main infrastructure is now complete, additional wo
02/04/2025
Pexhurst has wrapped up a strong first quarter of 2025, completing several refurbishment projects across multiple sectors with a combined value of nearly £15 million.
The projects supported clients in Pexhurst's key sectors, industrial and logistics, as well as office refurbishments, across the Sou
02/04/2025
Willmott Dixon joined officers and staff from Lancashire Police, alongside Lancashire Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Clive Grunshaw, to celebrate the topping out of the new Pendle Police Station in Nelson.
With the external structure now complete, the focus will shift to interior work to ensur
02/04/2025
The first affordable homes in the regeneration of Oxford's Blackbird Leys are set to welcome new residents from this summer.
A total of 84 shared ownership homes, currently being built by Peabody and Oxford City Council at Knight’s Road, will be released in phases between this summer and next sprin
02/04/2025
Ecocem, Europe's leader in low-carbon cement technologies, has announced the signing of a partnership agreement with TITAN Group, a leading international business in the building and infrastructure materials industry, to co-develop and deliver innovative low-carbon cements.
Focusing initially on th
01/04/2025
Galliford Try's Building East Midlands business has officially broken ground on a £63 million Single Living Accommodation (SLA) project at RAF Digby, Lincolnshire.
The historic base, the Royal Air Force's oldest station established in 1918, will see the construction of four new Junior Ranks SLA bu
01/04/2025
The regeneration of Nottingham city centre has taken a significant step forward following an agreement for Homes England to acquire the Broad Marsh site from Nottingham City Council.
As the Government's housing and regeneration agency, Homes England will take ownership of the former shopping centre
01/04/2025
Work has officially commenced on Morgan Sindall Construction's latest education project in Greater Manchester, the permanent home for Star Radcliffe Academy, a five-form entry secondary school with space for 750 students aged 11-16.
Operated by Star Academies, one of the UK’s highest-performing mul
01/04/2025
The UK's construction industry is experiencing a significant upturn, driven by ambitious government initiatives to build 1.5 million homes and undertake major infrastructure projects.
This surge has spotlighted a critical challenge: the need for a skilled workforce to meet escalating demands. Rece
01/04/2025
Plans to acquire 10 two-bedroom homes in the village of Hook have been approved by Pembrokeshire County Council’s Cabinet Member for Housing.
The purchase, supported by Welsh Government funding, will see the council secure the properties from Kooner Properties Ltd, which is currently developing the
01/04/2025
The relocation and expansion of Fred Nicholson School took a major step forward as pupils visited the construction site and participated in a ceremonial steel signing.
The school, which serves children and young people aged 7 to 16 with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), is moving f
01/04/2025
Castlemere Developments has appointed Ryan Morrissey as project manager to oversee its legacy and new developments.
The 34-year-old will bring a wealth of experience to the Windsor-based company, which has a number of ongoing projects across London and the south east.
Morrissey's most recent role
01/04/2025
Rail passengers traveling across the Pennines over the Easter weekend are being urged to plan ahead as major upgrade work between Huddersfield and Dewsbury is set to impact train services from Saturday 19 to Monday 21 April.
As part of the Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU), engineers will be carryin
