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The new Hampton Bridge in Evesham has been successfully lifted into place, marking a significant milestone in the project aimed at enhancing active travel in Worcestershire.
Read storyThe UK government plans to introduce vocational GCSEs, including building and construction, starting in September 2029, aiming to enhance career pathways for students.
Read storyTeesside University has reached its highest-ever ranking and is gearing up for an exciting Freshers' Week with a variety of events for new students.
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Read storyA new tunnel production facility for Sizewell C has been approved in Avonmouth, promising to create hundreds of jobs and support the construction of marine tunnels for the nuclear power plant.
Read storyFlannery Plant Hire has introduced the UK's first Cat 320 electric medium excavator, marking a significant step in green construction initiatives.
Read storyFormer Lendlease construction boss Simon Gorski has joined Stepnell, bringing over 30 years of experience to the Rugby-based contractor as it aims for significant expansion.
Read storyInmates at HMP Kirklevington Grange in North Yorkshire are playing a crucial role in the construction of new modular jail cells as part of a government initiative to expand prison capacity.
Read storyHS2 Ltd has signed new civil engineering contracts with EKFB and Align, covering over 100km of the route, as part of a strategy to control costs and ensure timely project delivery.
Read storyGraham has been awarded a significant £220 million contract to implement the Oxford Flood Alleviation Scheme, aimed at protecting over 160,000 residents from flooding.
Read storyPlans are underway to convert the iconic BT Tower in London into a luxury hotel, featuring a rooftop pool and public access for the first time in decades.
Read storyDespite ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, the construction sector is witnessing a stabilisation of costs, with insights from various industry reports highlighting a cautious optimism for the future.
Read storyWillmott Dixon has celebrated the topping out of the £140m Emergency Care Building at Derriford Hospital, marking a significant milestone in the Government's New Hospital Programme.
Read storyLipton Rogers is seeking four firms for a new £500 million project involving two office towers in the City of London, building on its previous successes.
Read storyCollett & Sons Ltd has enhanced its heavy logistics capabilities by adding the Greiner BUSY 1050 bridge crossing system to its fleet, set to debut on a project later this month.
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