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Bauer secures piling for Beckton depot expansion

The Construction Index

The project is on the former Beckton Gas Works brownfield site so additional environmental measures are required throughout construction to mitigate ground contamination risks and health hazards The expansion also includes the extension of southern sidings and the creation of new northern sidings to accommodate 15 complete train units.

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Deep energy retrofits: The future of sustainable buildings

Construction Specifier

As the global focus on sustainability and climate change intensifies, the United States is seeing a new trend in building restoration-deep energy retrofits. buildings account for nearly 50 percent of energy consumption and 35 percent of total energy-related emissions. C above pre-industrial levels.

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$1B Airport Expansion Centerpiece of Maldives Infrastructure Buildout

ENR Construction

Current projects include the revised master plan for Hulhumalé, 8 km northeast from the capital of Male and built on 468 hectares of reclaimed land. The project includes electricity distribution, water and sewerage systems, and road development, and is expected to progress once technical assessments are completed. Please tell us why.

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Willmott Dixon to remodel Barnes Hospital

The Construction Index

When Barnes reopens in 2027, the South West London and St George’s Mental Health NHS Trust’s expanded community services will continue to operate from both sites, supporting accessibility across the borough. Email news@theconstructionindex.co.uk

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Boot begins Sheffield children's hospital

The Construction Index

Enabling and site establishment works are now complete, and steel installation starts this week. Morgan Sindall starts £36m Southampton sports centre renewal 5 hours Construction work on Southampton’s Outdoor Sports Centre has been marked by a ground breaking ceremony. Completion is expected before the end of 2026.

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Morgan Sindall to build Bishop Auckland leisure centre

The Construction Index

Targeting a BREEAM Very Good rating, the building will be fully electric, using air source heat pumps and renewable energy systems to minimise costs. The project team also includes Axiom (project management), DPP (planning consultancy) and GT3 Architects (lead designers). Got a story? Email news@theconstructionindex.co.uk

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New plant operator school opens in London

The Construction Index

The academy is housed on the site of the masterplan for Earls Court, which is set to see the construction of thousands of homes, retail, cultural spaces and more. This industry-leading site will help us train the next generation of operatives who will help build the homes, offices and more that London needs to keep growing.