Kier strengthens digital and data leadership team
Kier has strengthened its digital and data leadership with three key appointments. Nick Barnes and Ron Chambers have joined the business as head of data and analytics and IT director,…
More digital innovations for social housing disruptors framework
An AI tool that converts imagery into accurate 3D building models, the self-testing fire door from Harmony Fire and an online environment for managing retrofit programmes all feature on the…
Call for speakers now open for Digital Construction Week 2026
The hunt for bold ideas and brilliant minds is on – Digital Construction Week (DCW) has opened its call for speakers. Industry disruptors and forward-thinkers are invited to apply to…
Design Innovation shortlist 2026
Laing O’Rourke and Arup are among those shortlisted for the Design Innovation category at the Digital Construction Awards 2026. This category recognises the best use of digital technology and data…
Building Safety Regulator becomes standalone body
The Building Safety Regulator (BSR) has become a standalone organisation, paving the way for the creation of a single construction regulator. The decision – a key recommendation of the Grenfell…
HS2 starts tunnelling to central London
The first of two tunnel boring machines (TBMs) has started work on HS2’s Euston tunnel. To mark the occasion, rail minister Peter Hendy and chief secretary to the prime minister Darren…
How to build social value on construction sites: three industry exemplars
In this month’s column, Desiree Blamey from the Considerate Constructors Scheme explains why respectful community engagement goes beyond the rulebook and shares practical ways to make it happen. Image: Dreamstime…
Why safety standards must lead secondary guarding policy
Despite emerging mandates for secondary guarding, contractors are advised to prioritise robust, task-specific risk assessments to prevent crushing and entrapment incidents, writes Brian Parker. The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF)…
In pictures | The best images from January
A round-up of the most impressive construction pictures from the past month. Image: Hinkley Point C Second nuclear reactor arrives at Hinkley Point C Hinkley Point C’s second nuclear reactor…
Best Application of Technology shortlist 2026
Ten great uses of existing technology have made the shortlist for the Best Application of Technology category at the Digital Construction Awards 2026. This category recognises the most effective application…