How digital platforms are streamlining the construction procurement process
Digital procurement platforms, like The Build Chain, are revolutionising the way contractors procure their materials, helping them to…
September 2024
Construction output slides in July ending two months of growth
The pace of construction growth in Britain remains volatile as latest Government figures for output in July showed…
Gas-free homes for Nottingham
Platform Housing Group and Keepmoat Homes have joined forces to deliver 319 all-electric homes in Nottingham. Read Full…
Siemens to build America’s first high-speed-train factory
Siemens Mobility has announced plans to build a $60m factory in New York State to manufacture high-speed trains…
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🕊️ Remembering 9/11
FIXEDD On this day, we pause to remember the lives forever altered by the tragedy of September 11th, 2001.…
CITB sets out consensus consultation dates
Consultation on the Construction Industry Training Board levy proposal for 2026-29 will run from 26th September until 24th…
Caddick to build new Schneider plant
Schneider Electric is investing £42m in a new manufacturing site in Scarborough. Read Full Article: The Construction Index
£17m order for JCB
Plant Hire UK has placed a £17m order with dealer Gunn JCB for new machinery. Read Full Article:…
Over 40 firms join forces in new Environmental Industries Association (EIA)
The new Environmental Industries Association (EIA) aims to be the largest environmental trade body in the UK, with…
Morgan Sindall off pulls contracts league double
Morgan Sindall was the most successful industry-wide work winner in August, topping the monthly contracts league with securing…