GLOBAL BUILDING product manufacturer Sika has become an early adopter of the Code for Construction Product Information (CCPI), published to drive higher standards in the presentation of construction product information within the manufacturing industry. A response to Dame Judith Hackitt’s independent review into Building Regulations and Fire Safety, the Code was developed by the Construction
Rolls-Royce has gained outline planning for a major expansion of its works in Raynesway, Derby to fulfil a raft of major submarine contracts. The firm is planning to add around 1.1m sq ft of space demolishing several existing buildings at its site to make way for larger sheds and factory space. Rolls-Royce Submarins is also
Leeds contractor GMI Construction Group edged back into profit last year after a focus on ‘controlled consolidation’ following strong revenue growth at a cost to profitability in 2022. In the year to September 2023, revenue fell back 9% to £328m but efforts to reduce risk on jobs helped GMI generate a £0.9m profit followinga £2.3m
Engineering services group Renew has acquired bridge maintenance specialist Route One Holdings (Wakefield) Ltd for £5m. West Yorkshire based Route One is a specialist operator in the UK highways sector providing solutions for bridge deck maintenance and protection. Route One has a number of long- term frameworks on the National Highways Scheme Delivery Frameworks across
HS2 has started market engagement with contractors hoping to bid for the £150m contract to build its elevated mass-transit system in the West Midlands. Ahead of the formal procurement process, HS2 is assessing the capacity of global suppliers to deliver the Automated People Mover. The procurement is now expected to launch in early 2026 rather
CJC Roofing joins Munz Roofing as well as Lee’s Roofing as part of the growing LB Capital family of companies.
Balfour Beatty has achieved final sign-off at £209m to build the HMP Highland prison in Inverness. Once completed in 2026, it will be Scotland’s first net-zero prison, with improved education and health facilities to help with rehabilitation. It will be able to accommodate 200 prisoners, over 100 more than the design capacity of Inverness Prison
Kyle Ferenc, CSI, and Cathy Parrino each earned the 2023 Malan S. Parker Award from ATAS International for their outstanding teamwork and dedication in the Illinois and Wisconsin market.
Metal is becoming the hottest trend for new buildings. Metal is durable and offers protection from severe weather, pests, and even water damage. Whether you are creating a new restaurant, manufacturing warehouse, or farm building, prefabricated metal is the way to go. If you are interested in constructing a pre-engineered metal building, you might wonder
The CIDAN Machinery Metal Expo 2024, held May 1-2 in Peachtree City, Ga., will explore cutting-edge machines, engage with experts, and hold two sessions by metal roofing guru Rob Haddock
