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Former staff at collapsed groundworks firm win payout

Construction Enquirer

Former workers at a collapsed Kent groundworks contractor are set to receive cash payouts after being dismissed without consultation. Twenty seven ex-staff at Ellicon Construction have won their legal battle after they were dismissed without proper consultation last summer when the firm went into administration. Their case was taken up by legal specialist Nualaw who secured a protective award after an employment tribunal accepted Ellicon failed to consult on the redundancies as it went into admi

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Government overrules council decision on HS2 lorry route

Construction News

The government has overruled a council’s bid to stop HS2 lorries driving on roads on safety grounds. Solihull Council had twice refused an application from contractor Balfour Beatty Vinci (BBV), on behalf of HS2, to allow construction lorries to travel to five different sites near… The post Government overrules council decision on HS2 lorry route appeared first on Construction News.

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Barratt London plans in for Canning Town towers

Construction Enquirer

Barratt London is pressing ahead with plans for a major mixed tenure scheme in east London despite the weakening housing market. The firm has submitted plans to build seven blocks ranging from 8 to 30 storeys in Canning Town on a 4 acre site known as Crown Wharf on the River Lea. Around 35% or 241 of the planned 871 homes will be affordable. Under the plans drawn up by architects JTP and Met Works the tallest two central towers will be grey rising to 25 and 30 storeys.

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London’s surface assets will continue to deteriorate as TfL’s budget is stretched

New Civil Engineer

Many of London’s major surface transport assets such as roads, tunnels and flyovers will continue to deteriorate as Transport for London (TfL) is struggling to find the funds to cover the backlog of renewals. The post London’s surface assets will continue to deteriorate as TfL’s budget is stretched appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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How Top Construction Firms Reinvent Cost Control

Construction firms that rely on fixed budgets and outdated procurement methods are losing ground fast. This guide reveals how market leaders are managing financial risk by shifting to incremental budgeting, regional sourcing, and real-time cost tracking. Learn how to structure contracts with price protections, streamline procurement workflows with automation, and avoid labor cost increases with smarter workforce planning.

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£30m consultancy framework offers work for 116 winners

Construction Enquirer

The 116 winning consultants have been confirmed for a country-wide £30m framework to help support new build, refurbishment and retrofit of public sector buildings and homes. The companies have been awarded places on public sector construction framework provider LHC Procurement Group’s (LHC) Consultancy Services (CS1) framework, now available to use until April 2027 across England and Wales.

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McAleer & Rushe set for record £425m revenue

Construction Enquirer

Northern Ireland-based McAleer & Rushe is heading for record revenue this year driven by three large residential jobs The firm predicted a positive year ahead after publishing results for 2022, which were adversely impacted by turmoil in the second half of last year. Turnover remained stable at £404m but pre-tax profit fell back by around a fifth to £12m last year.

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Detailed plans for a £60M link road in east Kent have been revealed

New Civil Engineer

Plans to construct a new 10km link road in North Thanet, east Kent, at a cost of £60M, have been released by Kent County Council. The post Detailed plans for a £60M link road in east Kent have been revealed appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction work hits record value despite marginal March growth

Construction News

Monthly construction output barely grew in March, increasing by just 0.2 per cent, according to the latest Office for National Statistics (ONS) figures. However, the slight growth still helped to deliver £15.6bn of output – the highest monthly monetary value since records began in January… The post Construction work hits record value despite marginal March growth appeared first on Construction News.

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8 Essential Ways to Keep Your Construction Site Safe

Civil Engineer Blog

The construction site is probably one of the most dangerous places to work. With all of the big equipment and the sheer amount of employees, anything could end up going wrong. The following 8 tips will help you when it comes to keeping your construction site safe: 1.Train All Staff in Health and Safety Make […] The post 8 Essential Ways to Keep Your Construction Site Safe first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.

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The Constructor's Digital Transformation Playbook: Reducing Risk With Technology

Speaker: Dylan Secrest

Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. Managing risk in construction has always been a challenge, but as projects grow in complexity, traditional methods no longer cut it. Enter Digital Transformation - a game changer approach that replaces inefficiency with AI-powered analytics, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to proactively manage risk.

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Entry deadline extended for British Construction Industry Awards

New Civil Engineer

Award-winning construction projects and initiatives have two more weeks to submit an entry to this years’ British Construction Industry Awards (BCIA) as the deadline for entries has been extended to 26 May. The post Entry deadline extended for British Construction Industry Awards appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Bask grows portfolio with Extended Stay America sites

CCR Magazine

Extended Stay America has partnered with Bask Development , a real estate development and investment company, to open eight newbuild Premier Suites properties in Florida. Extended Stay America Premier Suites, which offer apartment-style accommodations, are operate in 36 locations in the US. TopHotelNews The post Bask grows portfolio with Extended Stay America sites first appeared on CCR-Mag.com.

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Rokon: Grounded in sustainability

Roads Online

Rokon is making a positive difference in the civil construction industry. Roads & Infrastructure speaks with the company’s directors to learn more about the company’s initiatives and approach towards environmentally friendly and sustainable practices. I n recent years, sustainable practices have become increasingly important for businesses, as they acknowledge their impact on the environment and the community.

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Warby Parker sees 900 US stores in its future

CCR Magazine

Warby Parker has embraced brick-and-mortar retail in recent years, growing to more than 200 US stores last year and setting a goal of ultimately operating 900 locations. Physical stores, especially those that offer eye exams, have fueled the brand's revenue growth, along with growing demand for progressive lenses. MediaPost Communications The post Warby Parker sees 900 US stores in its future first appeared on CCR-Mag.com.

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Explore How Generative AI Is Optimizing Every Construction Stage

Generative AI is already transforming how the construction industry operates. This concise guide walks you through its real-world impact on design, planning, job site logistics, and sustainability. Learn how contractors are using AI to reduce costs, improve worker safety, and shorten build times. Get a detailed look at the tools and platforms making it possible, including AI-driven robotics and material optimization.

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Azeotropes – Definition, Types, Properties and Methods of Separation

Vin Civilworld

Azeotropes or azeotropic mixtures have always been a topic of interest due to their unique properties and the inability to separate them completely using conventional distillation. A classic example of azeotropes occurs in winemaking wherein an Ethanol-water mixture forms an azeotropic mixture at 96% Ethanol by volume which prohibits its further purification by distillation.

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Community rewards seen as driver to gain backing for onshore wind farms

New Civil Engineer

New and improved reward schemes, including the potential of lower bills, could be offered by developers to communities in England that support onshore wind farms in their area, under proposals announced by the government late last week The post Community rewards seen as driver to gain backing for onshore wind farms appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction needs its black-box moment

Construction News

Charley Wainwright is head of innovation at framework provider Pagabo For an industry that talks extensively about collaboration, construction needs to embrace digitisation to really do it properly. A nervousness to share data means we are not working as effectively and collaboratively as we could,… The post Construction needs its black-box moment appeared first on Construction News.

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Hereford western bypass back on the table following local election results

New Civil Engineer

A cancelled bypass around the city of Hereford could be back on the agenda following this month’s local elections, which saw Conservatives and Liberal Democrats both gaining seats. The post Hereford western bypass back on the table following local election results appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors

Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.

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Construction Related Pipeline Incidents Increased by 57% in 2022

Plant & Civil Engineer

The number of times construction workers and developers were found to be working too close to high-pressure oil, gas, and chemical pipes without the owner’s permission increased by 57 percent in 2022. Of the 316 incidents in 2022 reported to Linewatch, the leading pipeline safety and awareness group, 127 (40 percent) were caused by contractors and developers.

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Beyond their primary remit, successful projects should aim to be drivers of social benefit for the wider community

New Civil Engineer

At PA Consulting, we strongly believe in the power of ingenuity to build a positive human future. Through working with passionate, forward-thinking leaders and combining innovative thinking and breakthrough technologies, we’re invested in what happens to our world and look to partner with clients who… The post Beyond their primary remit, successful projects should aim to be drivers of social benefit for the wider community appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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HSA launches two week inspection blitz in quarries across Ireland

Plant & Civil Engineer

The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) is carrying out a two week quarry safety inspection campaign, with a focus on safe machinery operation, machinery guarding and maintenance activities. In the ten year period 2013-2022 Quarrying, Mining and the associated manufacturing activities in the industry accounted for 8 work-related fatalities in Ireland.

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Going digital, increasing productivity at JEH Construction

Field Wire

Since 1973, James E. Harris Construction (JEH) has worked on the construction and renovation of water and wastewater treatment plants, sewage pump stations, and metering and monitoring installations in North and South Carolina. Managing dozens of projects across county and state lines made field to office communication and project documentation a challenge, so they turned to Fieldwire in 2021 in an effort to digitize their jobsites.

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A Practical Guide to Profitable, Sustainable Construction Strategies

The future of construction is sustainable, efficient, and cost-conscious. This guide offers a practical roadmap for reducing material waste, optimizing energy use, and integrating sustainable design principles. Discover how innovative construction firms are leveraging circular economy strategies, digital tracking, and energy-smart building solutions to reduce expenses and stay ahead of regulatory shifts.

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Upgrades for the new Cat 836 Landfill Compactor

Plant & Civil Engineer

The new Cat 836 Landfill Compactor leverages Caterpillar’s decades of experience in maximizing machine performance and reliability in the harshest working environments. Engineering upgrades to the axles and transmission of the new landfill compactor help to increase durability of the heavy-duty main structures that support multiple life cycles. New standard technologies increase machine efficiency by allowing the operator to meet compaction targets in fewer passes to save on fuel.

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Clean Power and Increased Efficiency from JCB Powerpacks

Plant & Civil Engineer

JCB is expanding its electric Powerpack range, with the addition of three larger models, delivering a 400V, three-phase output. This takes the range to five models, with total storage capacities of 23-104kWh. JCB is building upon the success of its two 230V single-phase electric powerpacks, with the launch of three new 400V three-phase units. When used in conjunction with existing on-site power generation equipment, JCB battery powerpacks allow customers to reduce their dependence on diesel-powe

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HS2 reaches carbon cutting milestone – 10 million tonnes of material moved by rail

Plant & Civil Engineer

HS2 has announced that 10 million tonnes of material have been delivered to – and removed from – construction sites by rail, a major milestone in HS2’s plan to cut carbon emissions by removing lorries from roads. Businesses involved came together to celebrate at an event at Tarmac’s Tunstead Quarry, including HS2 Ltd, Network Rail, aggregate suppliers, transport solution companies, and four freight operators – along with a unique line-up of locomotives from each company.

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Grosvenor House the Scene of Hire Industry Excellence on Glitzy Awards Night

Plant & Civil Engineer

Another year, another stellar Hire Association Europe Event Hire Association (HAE EHA) Hire Awards of Excellence is in the bag with the glamorous evening having recently taken place at Grosvenor House, London. The show, itself an award winner having scored the Best Longstanding Event at the Association Excellence Awards, celebrates the outstanding achievements of hire and supply companies across the UK’s plant, tool, equipment and event hire industries.

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Every Contractor Needs An Effective Website - Unlock the Key to Increased Leads

Grow Leads & Visibility! Contractors need more than word-of-mouth. A strong website boosts visibility, draws in leads, showcases skills, and enhances your credibility. Learn how a quality site, that is easy to manage, can set you apart from the competition, and help can take your construction business to the next level. Marketpath is a leading provider of high-quality website solutions tailored for contractors and the construction industry.