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Winners named for £2.6bn NHS SBS Modular 3 framework

Construction Enquirer

Twenty-seven firms have secured places on the Government’s next-generation modular building framework. The four-year framework for public sector clients encompasses both permanent and rental modular solutions. This includes standard and bespoke buildings tailored to the needs of the education, healthcare, and wider public sectors.

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Walker Modular wins pods deal at £90m Greystar site

Construction Enquirer

Walker Modular has won the contract to deliver bathroom pods for Greystar’s £90m Triangle student accommodation development in Birmingham working alongside main contractor McAleer & Rushe. Walker Modular said: “Greystar sets the bar high on quality, efficiency and long-term asset performance.

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Midgard to start £145m Birmingham towers

Construction Enquirer

Midgard, part of the JRL Group, will use modular construction to speed up the build, with phase one due to complete in 2027. The 581-flat development will rise next to Centenary Square with homes split between the 46-storey Centenary Tower and 15-storey Park Residence.

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DfMA Approach to Mass Timber Design: Engineering a Greener Future

Civil + Structural Engineer

The construction industry is grappling with growing demands for environmental responsibility and project efficiency. Engineering Precision and Efficiency The DfMA approach is reshaping the engineering of mass timber projects by optimizing design and construction processes.

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Sustainable Construction: Practical Strategies for Reducing Material Waste

In the construction industry, efficient material management and waste reduction are essential for both environmental sustainability and economic success. Explore innovative techniques like prefabrication and modular construction, just-in-time delivery, and waste segregation and recycling.

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Modular construction firm owed hundreds of suppliers £8.7m

Construction News

Modular construction firm Elements Europe went into administration owing hundreds of suppliers £8.7m. Work ceased immediately on the projects in Hackney and… The post Modular construction firm owed hundreds of suppliers £8.7m appeared first on Construction News. appeared first on Construction News.

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Sizewell C powers up as Government commits £14bn funding

Construction Enquirer

The Government is set to sign off a £14.2bn investment to build the Sizewell C nuclear power station, ending years of delay and paving the way for 10,000 construction jobs and supply chain opportunities.

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Stay Ahead in 2024 with Proven Strategies for Success

This guide offers a deep dive into the key disruptions reshaping the industry over the next 24 months, including digitization, sustainable practices, and modular construction. In 2024, contractors must navigate complex challenges like fragmented management systems and delays in payment.