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Post-Tensioning for Sustainable Structures

18/11/24

As sustainability becomes a priority in construction, innovative techniques like post-tensioning (PT) are transforming how buildings are designed, built and maintained. Here Alessia Piras, Chair of the Post-Tensioning Association – considers...

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Surge in demand could be ‘problematic’ for UK construction industry

18/11/24

The Construction Leadership Council (CLC) has warned that the decreased capacity of UK construction firms could be ‘problematic’ should there be a surge in demand in 2025.

A recent report from...

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Exploring the Application of Breather Membranes

15/11/24

OBEX Protection explores the suggestion that some types of sheathing board, or even certain brands, do not require the application of a breather membrane. But is this the case?

The Purpose and Function of a Breather...

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Rushanara Ali replaced as building safety minister

15/11/24

Alex Norris has been appointed as the new building safety minister following the resignation of Rushanara Ali on October 21.

Before stepping into this role, Norris served as the minister for local...

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Plans submitted for new sustainable urban neighbourhood at Birmingham Goods Station

14/11/24

Plans for the Goods Station have been evolving over the last two years as urban regeneration specialist Vita Group has carefully shaped its proposals for Birmingham's Goods Station through extensive engagement with the local community, key...

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Preventing Another Grenfell is Our Responsibility

13/11/24

The construction industry has a collective duty to rebuild public trust and ensure that a tragedy like Grenfell never happens again, writes Caroline Gumble.

"What does it feel like to be in an industry that kills people?"...

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Outpost Management’s Enclave: Acton Co-living Scheme Tops Out

12/11/24

Residential focused real estate asset management firm – Outpost Management – have reached a construction milestone, topping out at its Enclave: Acton co-living development. The building is West London's tallest volumetric development,...

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Fasadgruppen Group AB Expands into UK Market with Acquisition of Clear Line Holdings Ltd

11/11/24

Fasadgruppen Group AB (publ) has announced the acquisition of Clear Line Holdings Ltd and its subsidiaries, further solidifying its position as a major European player in facade services. The transaction, valued at £119.9 million on a cash...

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ROCKWOOL strengthens position in UK market with acquisition of Wetherby Building Systems Ltd.

8/11/24

Denmark-based ROCKWOOL Group has announced it is acquiring Wetherby Building Systems Ltd, stating the acquisition as an important milestone in the company's quest to expand its façade expertise in the UK.

Wetherby Building Systems Ltd,...

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Planning Submitted for Cole Waterhouse’s Trafford Wharf Scheme

7/11/24

Cole Waterhouse has submitted a planning application for the former Hilti HQ site, off Trafford Wharf Road in Stretford, following a public consultation programme on the developer's plans. The vision for Trafford Wharf is to deliver a...

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Jeremy Corbyn criticises 'inappropriate' Níall McLaughlin Islington tower

6/11/24

Former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has voiced his opposition to Níall McLaughlin Architects' plans for a 27-storey student tower in Archway, north London.

The practice, working with GRID Architects, submitted plans to Islington...

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New 3,500-Home Community to Revitalise Barking & Dagenham

5/11/24

A joint venture between housebuilder Hill Group and housing association Peabody is demonstrating the impact of community-focused placemaking in the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham.

Dagenham Green is a neighbourhood of 3,500...

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Alex Norris replaces Rushanara Ali as building safety minister

28/10/24

Ali lost the brief after it came to light that she had attended a conference sponsored by a cladding firm linked to Grenfell

Alex Norris has been was appointed building safety minister after Rushanara Ali quit the role on...

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Revisiting Skyscraper Design: The Benefits of Responsive Facades and Passive Designs

28/10/24

Our contemporary society has been witnessing a surge in skyscraper construction in urban centers worldwide for various reasons—including engineering advancements, increased urban density, space constraints, and, arguably, a competitive...

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Stalled 700-home tower block development gets green light after redesign

28/10/24

Progress for one of the tallest residential schemes in the country four years after original plans were given green light

Apt's redesign of a 58-storey tower scheme in west London originally drawn up by KPF has been...

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