By now we have all heard about the rather notable slump that Construction has undergone as a result of the uncertainty surrounding the Brexit referendum, with statistics showing that the industry experienced a downturn during June 2016. Most alarmingly, the period running up to the referendum saw the Market Cips construction purchasing managers’ index (PMI)… Continue reading Post-Brexit Construction Boom Predicted
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PLanBEE Furthers Its Ambitions
A skills and careers program in the North East has joined forces with Gateshead College with the aim of developing its program further and offering more opportunities for youngsters who are looking to enter the Construction sector. PlanBEE, which was launched by Ryder Architecture in 2013, with the support of a number of other private… Continue reading PLanBEE Furthers Its Ambitions
University Construction Increases
Recently reported figures suggest British universities are investing in construction more than ever before. With universities aiming to make use of new technologies and interesting architecture to lure top students to their institutions, investment is up over 43% during the last few months. The Higher Education Funding Council for England (HEFCE), which is in charge… Continue reading University Construction Increases
Gatwick Bosses Confirm £200 Million in Construction Investment for The Airport
Since Gatwick Airport came under new ownership in 2009, there has been an increasing commitment to improving its infrastructure and investing in construction. Bosses at the airport are apparently committed to investing £2.5 billion into various projects up until 2021, with £1.2 billion having already been spent on various enhancements. This latter figure included approximately… Continue reading Gatwick Bosses Confirm £200 Million in Construction Investment for The Airport
Morrisoe Doubles Profit
Morrisoe, which is one of the leading Construction groups in the UK, specialising in groundworks and reinforced concrete frame construction, has delivered more positive news to the industry with the announcement that it has almost doubled profits based on the improving performance of the commercial property sector in London. In the wake of news that… Continue reading Morrisoe Doubles Profit
London Enjoys High Levels of Construction Orders
Construction appears to be on the upswing in London and other areas of the UK, if recent figures released by the Office of National Statistics are accurate. London continues to dominate the sector, having seen an increase in new orders to the tune of 30% year on year, which is a remarkable growth considering the… Continue reading London Enjoys High Levels of Construction Orders
Construction Industry Questions
Latest Office of National Statistics Figures The Office of National Statistics (ONS) recently released figures suggesting the Construction industry has seen a downturn during the first quarter of 2016, with their research apparently demonstrating a 1.1% drop in the amount of work completed, with the figures further breaking down to show a 0.6% decrease in… Continue reading Construction Industry Questions
Housebuilding Sector Possibly Affected by EU Uncertainty
We have already spoken at length about how the possibility of a Brexit appears to be affecting the Construction industry, with uncertainty relating to the UK’s position in the European Union (EU) possibly leading to the growth of the industry being tempered during the first and second quarters of 2016. Despite the government’s pledge to… Continue reading Housebuilding Sector Possibly Affected by EU Uncertainty
C-Link is the Key to reducing Procurement Periods in 2016
In our previous blogs we have touched on the major issues surrounding construction procurement activities including, but not limited to, tight programmes and the fact that many Professionals lose precious time scouring the market for the most appropriate Specialists for their project. With order books filling quickly and all reports suggesting that the industry will… Continue reading C-Link is the Key to reducing Procurement Periods in 2016
How a Brexit may Affect the Construction Industry?
The hot-button political issue at the moment is Britain’s status as a member of the European Union. The possibility of a Brexit is very real and it is important that all of us, including construction professionals, consider what might happen if Britain does leave the EU. Current industry opinion seems to trend towards staying in… Continue reading How a Brexit may Affect the Construction Industry?