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Green light for 1,600-home Oldham town centre overhaul

Construction Enquirer

Muse and Oldham Council have secured planning for all six sites in their £450m town centre regeneration plan, paving the way for over 1,600 homes to be built in the next 15 years. Construction will kick off this autumn at Prince’s Gate, where 330 flats are planned across three towers of 16, 12 and 6 storeys.

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Funding deal ignites £1.9bn Birmingham Smithfield rebuild

Construction Enquirer

Outline and detailed plan (in colour) of buildings and squares Lendlease is leading delivery of the 17-hectare scheme in joint venture with the city council. The Crown Estate is set to join the partnership as formal plans progress. It’s a major step toward delivering this once-in-a-generation opportunity.”

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Developer fined £165,000 for fire safety failings

Construction Enquirer

As construction work was still ongoing, Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service and HSE worked together to deal with the site. HSE also served an improvement notice requiring the company to design and implement a fire management plan. Any outbreak of fire threatens the safety of those on site and is costly in terms of its damage and delay.

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DSM wins Norwich city centre clearance job

Construction Enquirer

contract to clear and remediate the Anglia Square site in Norwich ahead of long-awaited regeneration plans. The works include the removal of above and below ground structures and full site remediation. DSM Demolition has secured a £5.9m The nine-month programme is expected to start on 28 July and run to May 2026.

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Explore How Generative AI Is Optimizing Every Construction Stage

This concise guide walks you through its real-world impact on design, planning, job site logistics, and sustainability. Generative AI is already transforming how the construction industry operates. Learn how contractors are using AI to reduce costs, improve worker safety, and shorten build times.

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HG goes green on cranes in £1.2m switch to battery power

Construction Enquirer

into site battery systems in a major move to decarbonise its operations. The contractor is rolling out UK-made Revolution Battery units from Dumarey Green Power across it sites, following a successful trial that saw costs and emissions slashed by over 90%.

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Latitude 33 Planning & Engineering Celebrates Grand Opening of City of San Diego Fire Station 52 at Torrey Pines

Civil + Structural Engineer

San Diego, CA – On October 17, 2024, Latitude 33 Planning & Engineering joined officials from The City of San Diego, UC San Diego, The Muller Hull Partnership, Level 10 Construction, and other stakeholders at a Grand Opening ceremony for San Diego Fire Station 52 (also known as the Torrey Pines Fire Station).

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How AI Reduces Cost, Safety, and Quality Risks in Construction Projects

This guide shows how AI strengthens project stability by predicting risks across cost, schedule, safety, supply chains, and workforce planning. AI algorithms analyze procurement data, subcontractor bids, equipment performance, and site conditions to identify potential disruptions.

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From Plan to Reality: Unlocking the Power of Aerial Imagery for AEC

Aerial imagery has emerged as a necessary tool for architecture, engineering, and construction firms seeking to improve pre-construction site analysis, make more informed planning decisions, and ensure all stakeholders have access to an accurate visualization of the site to keep the project moving forward.