Category: News
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FPS publishes updated rig safety guidance
The Federation of Piling Specialists (FPS) has published the latest edition of its Working Platform Certificate (WPC/4e) to support rig safety across the industry. Originally developed in partnership with the Health and Safety Executive, the WPC requires the principal contractor to confirm that platforms are properly designed, constructed, and maintained for the equipment operating on…
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Helix Electric Celebrates 40 Years with Nationwide Philanthropy Initiative
Helix Electric is celebrating its 40th anniversary with a nationwide philanthropy initiative and the launch of a new 40th Anniversary Celebration Webpage. The milestone campaign includes 40 charity events across cities where Helix operates, underscoring the company’s enduring commitment to empowering people and strengthening communities. Founded in 1985, the San Diego-based company has grown to…
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Yonkers Contracting Marks 80 Years of Building New York’s Future
Nearly 400 employees, partners and local officials gathered October 3 at Yonkers Contracting Company’s Midland Avenue facility to celebrate a milestone few construction firms ever reach—80 years of shaping New York’s infrastructure. The event, led by Chairman Carl Petrillo, drew remarks from Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins, Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano and Westchester County District…
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Report Reveals What’s Really Behind Construction Delays — and It’s Not Just the Weather
From detoured commutes to half-finished highways, construction delays have become an everyday frustration for Americans. According to new research from Mobilization Funding, 91% of U.S. adults say they’ve had to change routes or plans because of construction, and 70% say those delays affect their daily life. Most blame poor planning or bad weather—but the real…
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UK planning bill changes aim to unshackle ‘stubborn’ system
The government has proposed a series of new measures it hopes will turbocharge planning and infrastructure delivery across Britain. The amendments to the landmark Planning and Infrastructure Bill could become law later this year if ministers vote them through. If passed, the bill will give ministers new powers to issue ‘holding directions’ to stop councils…
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Energy efficiency scheme failures slammed in damning NAO report
In addition to these issues, in November 2024, Ofgem estimated that businesses had falsified claims for ECO installations in approximately 5,600 to 16,500 homes, potentially claiming between £56 million and £165 million from the energy suppliers operating under the scheme. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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SME homebuilders are in ‘real danger’, HBF says
Unpredictable delays, rising costs and new levies could push SME home developers out of the market, according to a new report. The report, Planning for Small Sites, has been published by the Home Builders Federation (HBF) and Quantum Development Finance, using analysis from planning and development consultancy Lichfields. According to the findings, SME homebuilders are facing…
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Sellafield selects trio for £2.9bn contracts
Morgan Sindall Infrastructure, Costain, and Hochtief have been appointed to deliver non-nuclear infrastructure works on the Sellafield site. The contracts, with a total value of up to £2.9 billion, have been awarded as part of the Infrastructure Delivery Partnership (IDP). The partnership will deliver projects and tasks to support essential services at Sellafield, including: electricity…
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Skanska Tops Out UVA’s Paul and Diane Manning Institute of Biotechnology
Skanska has announced the topping out of the Paul and Diane Manning Institute of Biotechnology at the University of Virginia (UVA), marking a major milestone in the construction of one of the region’s most advanced research facilities. The $350 million, 355,809-square-foot institute will anchor UVA’s Fontaine Research Park, featuring five stories of modern, flexible laboratory…
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Skanska Tops Out UVA’s Paul and Diane Manning Institute of Biotechnology
Skanska has announced the topping out of the Paul and Diane Manning Institute of Biotechnology at the University of Virginia (UVA), marking a major milestone in the construction of one of the region’s most advanced research facilities. The $350 million, 355,809-square-foot institute will anchor UVA’s Fontaine Research Park, featuring five stories of modern, flexible laboratory…