Building on BIM
Use of Building Information Modelling (BIM) in both the public and private sectors is increasing albeit with differing levels of application. One of the perceived benefits is to reduce the risk and cost of projects but [read more…]
Everyone Active and Havering Council officially open new multi-million-pound leisure facility Sapphire Ice & Leisure
A brand-new leisure centre, worth £28m, in Romford has officially opened its doors to the public. The project has been funded by Havering Council and is their largest single investment to date. The new facility [read more…]
7formation – Built to stand the test of time…
This year sees 7formation celebrating its tenth anniversary and having been created in the midst of a recession, the Corby-based fit out contractor has since gone onto develop a leading reputation within the marketplace. This [read more…]
Development of Grade A office space at Atlantic Square, Glasgow, to start in March for major UK Government hub
BAMTCP Atlantic Square, a joint venture between BAM Properties and TCP Developments, and LGIM Real Assets (Legal & General), have confirmed that work will begin in March 2018 on the development of circa 284,000 sq [read more…]
Construction workers must receive more specialist safety advice, according to UK safety experts
Recent research findings suggest construction workers require more specialist safety advice in their jobs, as 35% reveal they have never received training or guidance on specialist personal protective equipment (PPE) from their employer. New research [read more…]
New report says local authorities can help transform private rental delivery
A new report on investment in the Private Rented Sector (PRS) highlights the need for dedicated vehicles, such as Sigma’s PRS REIT, to accelerate the delivery of high-quality, private rented family housing. In particular, The [read more…]
Red Funnel Group – Building on a rich history
Red Funnel has been ferrying passengers and vehicles to and from the Isle of Wight since 1861 and as befits an organisation that has over 150 years of operation under its belt, the company has [read more…]
Fusion By Design – Double cause to celebrate
This year sees Fusion By Design celebrating its 20th anniversary and over the past two decades it built up a stellar client base that includes the likes of Carluccio’s, Pizza Express and Greene King, while [read more…]
Multi-million package of support for lending to small businesses and workers affected by Carillion liquidation
A further package support for the businesses and workers affected by Carillion’s liquidation has been welcomed by Business Secretary Greg Clark. Through delivery partners that include all the major high street lenders, the British Business [read more…]
NFB and CHAS announce partnership to promote health and safety standards in UK construction
The National Federation of Builders (NFB) and The Contractors Health and Safety Assessment Scheme (CHAS) are pleased to announce their new partnership to raise health and safety standards in the UK and make the world [read more…]