Construction Dive
DECEMBER 5, 2024
The president-elect’s focus on slashing red tape could be problematic for contractors and developers, writes a construction risk management expert.
The Construction Index
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Prime minister Keir Starmer is now promising 150 major infrastructure project approvals on top of the 1.5 million new homes that he intends to see built by August 2029.
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Construction Dive
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Mechanical contractors on the West Coast developed an “easy button” that other builders and unions can duplicate for their own educational programs.
Prodyogi
DECEMBER 5, 2024
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Construction Dive
DECEMBER 5, 2024
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New Civil Engineer
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Prime minister Keir Starmer has pledged to expedite the sign-off of 150 development consent orders (DCOs) for infrastructure during this parliament. The post Prime minister pledges to sign off 150 infrastructure DCOs this parliament appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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New Civil Engineer
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Engineers are progressing Northumbrian Water’s £155M pipeline resilience upgrade project through the Tees Valley and County Durham by microtunnelling under the A68. The post £155M County Durham pipeline project progresses with microtunnelling under A68 appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
The Construction Index
DECEMBER 5, 2024
More than 700kg of explosives have been used in the first stage demolition of four gigantic concrete plinths as part of work to decommission the turbine hall at Sizewell A.
New Civil Engineer
DECEMBER 5, 2024
The City of Helsinki is making substantial strides in expanding its light rail (tram) system as part of a broader vision to transform the metropolitan area into a carbon-neutral “15-minute city” by the year 2030. The post Helsinki plots £1bn tram network expansion in bid to become ‘15 minute city’ appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
For Construction Pros
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Snow experts dig in to anti-icing trends, regulations affecting the technique, safety considerations and more.
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Payment challenges often lead to delayed projects, financial bottlenecks, and strained relationships. With construction projects becoming more complex, outdated processes are no longer sustainable. By refining financial workflow, companies can improve cash flow, reduce error, and foster trust between stakeholders. Discover practical strategies for redesigning payment systems to overcome workflow challenges while creating a smoother, more reliable process for contractors and subcontractors alike.
New Civil Engineer
DECEMBER 5, 2024
The transformation of Millbay Docks in Plymouth has taken a significant step forward with the installation of a new Seaport Passenger Boarding Bridge (SPBB), part of Associated British Ports’ £23M development project. The post Plymouth’s Millbay Docks £23M upgrade sees new passenger bridge installed appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
For Construction Pros
DECEMBER 5, 2024
The two companies, already large pavement networks in their own right, have merged together to become one of the largest and most formidable blacktop maintenance groups operating under a singular name.
New Civil Engineer
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Construction on High Speed 2 (HS2) has reached a new milestone with the completion of two 159m-long steel viaduct spans over the River Cole, located near Coleshill in North Warwickshire. The post HS2 | Pair of 159m spans for River Cole viaducts lifted into place appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction News
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Only 20 per cent of construction professionals believe the Autumn Budget will be good for the industry, according to a new market report from Gleeds. Some 28 per cent thought it was actively bad for the sector, with issues like higher National Insurance rates potentially… The post Construction industry has mixed view on Budget measures, survey reveals appeared first on Construction News.
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New Civil Engineer
DECEMBER 5, 2024
The 2018 London Regional Flood Risk Assessment is under review and experts have told NCE about the complex considerations that will have to be given to drawing up guidance for managing water in the ever-evolving city. The post What needs to be considered in the revised London Flood Risk Assessment appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
For Construction Pros
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Building the enduring structures and skylines of tomorrow is rightfully a source of pride. It shouldnt be an on-ramp to substance abuse and overdose, nor should it have to be.
New Civil Engineer
DECEMBER 5, 2024
In a notable development in the decommissioning of Sizewell A nuclear power station, over 700kg of explosives were employed to dismantle four large concrete plinths. The post Watch: 700kg of explosives used in demolition of Sizewell A turbine hall appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction News
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Prime minister Keir Starmer has pledged to triple the number of decisions on major infrastructure projects during this parliament, promising to end the “nonsense” of delays caused by objectors. In a major speech today (5 December) outlining the government’s Plan for Change, Starmer said that… The post Starmer pledges to treble rate of infrastructure decisions appeared first on Construction News.
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New Civil Engineer
DECEMBER 5, 2024
The government has a renewed focus on getting Britain building again, and this ambition was reinforced by the recent Autumn Budget that pledged investment for infrastructure. To ensure we can deliver the infrastructure the country urgently needs, it’s crucial that construction employers have access to… The post Setting standards in the tunnelling sector to support a competent and inclusive workforce appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
ENR Construction
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Entergy Louisiana is also planning to build electric generation and infrastructure to help power the facility.
Equipment World
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Volvo says the new 26- and 30-metric ton excavators represent a popular size for site preparation, roadbuilding and utility installation.
The Construction Index
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Retailer Marks & Spencer has finally secured permission to demolish its former flagship store on London’s Oxford Street and replace it was a new building.
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Civil Engineer Blog
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Big Dog is an innovative new robot designed by a company called Boston Dynamics, whose mission was to develop a robot which could navigate difficult terrains, such as steep and rocky inclines, snow, ice and hard to reach areas. Boston Dynamics were keen to improve the current capabilities of wheeled or tracked robots which could […] The post The Story of Big Dog – “The Most Advanced Rough Terrain Robot in the World” first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.
PC Construction
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Last night, PC proudly accepted an AGC Vermont Best Builders Award for the Middlebury Resource Recovery Center (MRRC) project. The recognition, in the Environmental, New Construction category, highlights the exceptional efforts in bringing to life a project that not only transforms how organic waste is processed but also contributes to sustainability and renewable energy generation in Vermont.
ENR Construction
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Federal Transit Administration and City Council OK plan to rebuild Port Authority bus hub, the country’s largest and the world’s busiest.
The Construction Index
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Construction materials group GRS has formed a joint venture to run a quarry and inert waste disposal business in Surrey.
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Construction News
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Construction output increased in November, led by surging commercial work, according to the latest industry data. The monthly S&P Global UK Construction Purchasing Managers’ Index revealed a “robust” expansion of overall construction activity. However, its data also revealed housebuilding declined for the second month in a… The post Commercial output soars, housing remains in doldrums appeared first on Construction News.
The Construction Index
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Construction input costs in Scotland have increased by an average of 4% over the past year, according to the Building Cost Information Service’s Scottish contractors panel.
PC Construction
DECEMBER 5, 2024
South Burlington, VT – PC Construction recently accepted a National Project Achievement Award from the Construction Management Association of America. The CMAA award recognized PC’s work on the BETA Technologies’ Manufacturing and Assembly Facility , which supports the manufacture and assembly of the electric aerospace company’s battery-powered aircraft and electric charging infrastructure.
The Construction Index
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Michelmersh Brick Holdings has selected finance director Ryan Mahoney to be its next chief executive.
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