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It’s never too early to consider firestopping

Contributor — Fri, 02 May 2025 06:00:02 +0000

Firestopping on a construction project is often left until late on, with solutions installed after other trades have finished. But treating it as an afterthought is a risky prospect. Pre-planning firestopping is essential. It is no longer fit for purpose for pipes, wires or cables…

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Navigating tax challenges when working overseas

Contributor — Thu, 01 May 2025 06:00:13 +0000

Liam McKeevor (pictured), corporate tax partner at accountancy firm Buzzacott, stresses the importance of businesses expanding overseas being fully informed about their foreign tax exposures to avoid potential penalties. “Working abroad can offer many opportunities,” McKeevor says. “You’re entering a new market with an untapped…

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Integrating infrastructure

Contributor — Thu, 27 Mar 2025 07:00:20 +0000

Alan Rodger (pictured) is no stranger to thriving under challenge and describes his latest role as an “exciting opportunity to build on our success”. Having started out as an apprentice engineer and benefitted from being involved in and leading on major projects across the UK,…

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Revolutionising construction: the benefits of digital twins

Contributor — Thu, 20 Mar 2025 07:00:15 +0000

Digital twins are reshaping the global construction industry by enabling better decision-making, reducing risks and increasing efficiency throughout a project’s lifecycle. Unlike traditional methods that rely on static data, digital twins provide a dynamic, real-time representation of physical assets, enhancing project planning, execution and facility…

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Element 1 – Leading the construction industry towards a net-zero future

Contributor — Mon, 03 Mar 2025 07:00:17 +0000

BAM has marked a significant milestone in its journey towards decarbonising its construction sites with the successful trial of the Element 1 dual-fuel hydrogen R&D solution. This innovative project, developed in collaboration with a broad range of industry partners, has now moved beyond the demonstration…

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What the American Concrete Institute offers the Middle East’s concrete industry

Contributor — Wed, 19 Feb 2025 07:00:06 +0000

Advanced training and certification, guidelines for stronger building codes and a community of professionals dedicated to creating a safer, more sustainable built environment More than half the world’s population (55 per cent) lives in cities and other urban centers, and the United Nations predicts that…

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Win work with social value tool

Contributor — Mon, 04 Nov 2024 07:00:45 +0000

Robbie Blackhurst launched Black Capital Group in 2017 after spending a decade at main contractor Kier. “It was interesting when I was on the other side of the fence seeing how different clients managed social value,” he says. “There were so many different approaches, it…

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Harrods Corporate Service: Elevating your corporate gifting this season

Contributor — Thu, 31 Oct 2024 11:39:42 +0000

There’s something about the gift of a hamper that feels extra special, particularly when it comes housed in a luxurious Harrods wicker gift basket. The ideal gift throughout the year to mark special celebrations – from weddings to new arrivals or honouring an employee’s long…

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The payment platform that wants to save the construction industry

Contributor — Thu, 24 Oct 2024 07:19:57 +0000

The recent ISG collapse has put the construction industry in the spotlight once again. As a cornerstone of the UK economy, employing millions and contributing 7 per cent to the country’s GDP, the sector is plagued by a persistent issue: cashflow. Payment delays are a…

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ISO 37301 – Maintaining compliance in construction product manufacture

Contributor — Mon, 14 Oct 2024 06:00:42 +0000

By James Bowyer, Director of Quality, Kingspan Insulation GB & IE Upholding a culture of compliance is critical for everyone within the construction industry. For product manufacturers, this extends far beyond product development, testing and manufacture. It must apply to all aspects of their work…

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