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Winvic Construction Ltd will return to real estate event UKREiiF next month during its 25th year, leading its presence with the launch of a major new ESG whitepaper calling for regulatory action to accelerate net zero across the built environment. Demonstrating its continued commitment to the UK’s real estate, infrastructure and investment sectors, Winvic will … Read more

Must knotweed be removed from site? A common question asked by construction clients is; must knotweed be removed from site? In this article we look at why the construction industry’s default response to knotweed is to have it removed from site and transported to landfill (licensed to receive knotweed waste) and explore why more sustainable … Read more

The DoorBird D31x series has been awarded the prestigious Red Dot Design Award. With this distinction, the international jury recognizes the sophisticated product design of the professional IP video intercom systems, which combines functionality, durability and design clarity. The Red Dot Award is one of the world’s most renowned distinctions for product design. Key evaluation … Read more

Lauren Parsons, project manager at Seymour Civil Engineering, is the new chair of the Civil Engineering Contractors Association North East (CECA NE) Foundations Group. Lauren takes over from outgoing co-chairs Matthew Tetley of Absolute Civil Engineering Ltd and Ben Adcock of Costain Group PLC. With a strong track record of supporting emerging talent in the … Read more

Cornerstone Group Expands into Full Multi-Disciplinary Services with Strategic Acquisitions of ONE Creative environments (ONE) and Brinson Staniland Partnership (BSP) Cornerstone Group today announces the acquisitions of ONE Creative environments Ltd (“ONE”), an award-winning, multi-disciplinary design consultancy and Brinson Staniland Partnership (BSP), a highly respected consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality Mechanical & … Read more

MIDLANDS developer Morro Partnerships has reached a key milestone at its Swan Lane development in Sandwell, with the first homes now being handed over as the scheme progresses towards completion later this year. Located on a former gas works site in West Bromwich, the regeneration project is transforming a brownfield site into a modern, sustainable … Read more

GRAHAM has been entered into a Pre-Construction Services Agreement to work towards delivery of the first phase of the Holbeche Place redevelopment in Solihull town centre. The agreement follows recent planning approval for the redevelopment of Mell Square, which will be taken forward under a new vision and identity, Holbeche Place. Plot one will include … Read more

Construction sites rely heavily on elevated work platforms, and safe operation of this equipment depends on workers completing aerial lift training courses that provide the knowledge and skills to manage height-related risks effectively. These courses go beyond basic awareness, teaching crews how to handle lifts under time pressure, coordinate multiple activities in confined areas, and … Read more

Steinzeug Keramo to showcase KERA.Drive pipe jacking system at London No-Dig roadshow Steinzeug-Keramo, a wienerberger company and a specialist in high-performance vitrified clay pipe systems, will showcase its KERA.Drive jacking pipes at the No-Dig Roadshow on Tuesday, 12 May at the Novotel London West, Stand No.6. Visitors to the stand can explore the KERA.Drive system … Read more

National award recognises landmark £130m waterfront scheme as a benchmark for regeneration-led housing Last night, Millers Quay at Wirral Waters was named winner of the ‘Building’ category at The Pineapples Awards, recognising its outstanding contribution to place-making, community impact and design excellence. Funded by Pension Insurance Corporation and delivered by waterside regeneration specialists Peel Waters, … Read more