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Mark Wild radical reset plan to rescue HS2

Construction Enquirer

Reset the supply chain – with new commercial terms to incentivise cost control. Wild warned that regaining control of the Main Works Civils Contracts will require tough negotiations and possibly robust government backing. His letter gave a damning early assessment of HS2’s progress, which he described as “systemic failure”.

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80 energy projects unlocked as Ofgem backs grid expansion

Construction Enquirer

The decision kicks off the RIIO-3 price control period from 2026 to 2031 and includes funding for 80 electricity transmission projects aimed at connecting up to 126GW of clean energy capacity by 2030. Doing nothing is not an option and will cost consumers more.” A 6% equity return cap was also imposed on private investors.

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Knight Harwood lifts margin to 4.9% as profit hits £6.5m

Construction Enquirer

The contractor saw turnover dip from £157m in 2023, but sharper project delivery and careful cost control lifted margins from 3.2% Looking ahead, Knight Harwood has secured £140m of turnover for 2025 with a healthy pipeline developing into 2026. on revenue of £140m. to 4.9%, reinforcing the group’s resilient model.

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A one-of-its kind mixed-use development is currently taking shape in New Cairo, Egypt, that has the potential to inspire other such projects.

Civil + Structural Engineer

Hill is providing project and construction management services for One-Ninety including design review, contract administration, time and cost control, design coordination, and construction follow up.

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Vulcan Introduces Innovative Combi Oven for High Performance

CCR Magazine

Users can control which features appear on the home, cooking and cleaning screens, and which are hidden providing them with the simplicity and efficiency to streamline their operation. Plus, a true humidity sensor delivers precise humidity control for consistent cooking conditions, maximizing food yield with no guesswork.

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Rental Power Generation Report 2025: Q&A with Dylan Rewoldt of Vanguard

For Construction Pros

While the changes are felt most in California, the entire country seems to be more focused on efficiency — certainly for sustainability reasons but also other factors like fuel costs. Beyond just durability, weve also concentrated on optimizing performance while reducing ongoing maintenance costs.

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Hangin’ Tough for 70 Years: Backhoe Buyer’s Guide 2025

Equipment World

It features a 71-kWh lithium-ion battery, two independent electric motors, 8-inch touchscreen, electrohydraulic controls and heating and air conditioning. Joystick controls replace pilot controls and are attached to the seat, moving with the seat when it is rotated between loading and digging operations.