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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

Overton Electrical Services has successfully achieved the prestigious Achilles Gold Desktop Assessment and is now a registered supplier on the Achilles BuildingConfidence network. Marking a significant milestone in the company’s continued commitment to compliance and industry best practice, the Achilles accreditation is a widely recognised benchmark that evaluates businesses against standards across key areas including … Read more

Falcon Fox Construction is delivering on its commitment to hire local people as a direct result of winning two major contracts in Sunderland. David Reagan, from Seaham, is site manager on Nile+Villiers, a key part of Sunderland City Council’s Sunniside Place Strategy – a ten-year plan to bring new life, activity and investment to the … Read more

The UK’s biggest housebuilding awards, the WhatHouse? Awards, are back for 2026 with event organiser, Globespan Media confirming entries are open, including refreshed categories for the much-loved ceremony. Housebuilders, developers, housing associations and the industry’s supply chain are encouraged to make online nominations across the 21 categories, which include three new additions as well as … Read more

GRAHAM has successfully secured placement on six lots under SNG’s new-build framework. Forming part of SNG’s 10-year development programme, the framework will support the delivery of 25,000 new homes alongside wider regeneration and sustainability improvements to existing dwellings across the South of England, including London. The framework consists of 12 lots across different geographical regions … Read more

North Shields-based, Greener Solutions Group, has announced new appointments across the North West as the business continues to expand in response to growing demand for insulation and retrofit services. Owen Hankin and Reece Davis have joined as loft installers, supporting increased demand for insulation measures and helping to expand installation capacity across the region. The … Read more