Tag: rising
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Rising wage costs are eating into construction’s margins
The industry’s persistent skills shortage is pushing wage inflation while also thwarting project delivery, writes Nitesh Patel. Wages in construction are rising at a faster pace than across the wider economy. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) reported that average weekly earnings in the industry accelerated to 7.5% in the year to February, from 6%…
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Digital Construction Awards 2025: Digital Rising Star of the Year
From left to right: Georgia Eaton, Daniel Chesson, Isabelle Barron, Josephine McGoldrick and Giovanni Bortolin The Digital Construction Awards attracted over 170 entries this year, 85 of which have been shortlisted. Here, we detail the finalists for the Digital Rising Star of the Year award. This category recognises an individual who has been in the…
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CIOB Awards 2025: Rising Star
Winner: Rohit Malhotra MCIOB, AtkinsRéalis Rohit Malhotra’s special quality was evident right from the start, impressing both his employers as well as the judges. In his first permanent role as a planning engineer at McLaren Construction on a project in the UAE, unforeseen delays threatened the schedule. Malhotra swiftly identified the issues and recommended strategies…
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The Rising Wave of Agritech Platforms Revolutionizing Farming
Agriculture, one of the oldest industries in the world, is undergoing a digital transformation. The introduction of Agritech platforms has made it possible to merge cutting-edge technology with traditional farming practices. These platforms offer a wide range of services that are making agriculture more efficient, sustainable, and profitable. In this article, we will explore how…
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The Rising Need for Blast-Resistant Door Systems
The recent explosion outside a major Las Vegas hotel in early 2025 has reinforced the urgent need for blast-resistant door systems to protect public and commercial spaces from terrorist attacks. As security threats continue to rise, facilities must implement advanced entrance solutions that safeguard occupants and infrastructure from devastating blasts and ballistic threats. ProSlide™-Blast: An…
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Architects, Engineers See Growth Amid Risks and Rising Costs
As the U.S. construction industry continues to benefit from steady economic growth, most insurers providing architects and engineers (A/E) professional liability insurance are concerned about the persistent effects of inflation on claim expenses, uncertainty about the U.S. economy, higher risk project types and professional design disciplines, as well as new exposures from artificial intelligence (AI). To…
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With rising flood risks could this £2.65bn plan save your property?
A record £2.65 billion will be spent on strengthening the UK’s flood defences, aiming to protect over 66,000 homes and businesses from extreme weather events. With climate change increasing the frequency and severity of flooding, the Government has announced this two-year investment as part of its “Plan for Change” strategy. The funding will support the…
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Cutting Through ‘Paralysis by Analysis’: Strategies for Managing the Rising Tide of Construction Data
Construction firms juggle dozens or even hundreds of projects simultaneously. For c-suite decision-makers, that can translate into a near-permanent state of triage—scrambling to put out project-specific fires related to schedules, costs, quality and safety. It’s a dynamic that must end if contractors, especially self-performers, are to take full advantage of the tech and data revolutions…