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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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All systems go

Contributor — Thu, 26 Sep 2024 06:00:34 +0000

System scaffolding offers big benefits over the traditional method yet is still underused After more than five decades in the construction industry, Des Moore is calling on contractors to reap the “significant advantages” of system scaffolding. The former chief executive of Trad Group and ex-president…

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The current state of electric fleet vehicles in the construction industry

Contributor — Wed, 25 Sep 2024 06:00:15 +0000

Natasha Fry, Head of Sales at Mer UK - Fleet & Workplace, looks at the motivations and challenges behind electrifying the construction sector and why now is the time for companies to start electrifying their fleet vehicles The construction sector is already in the process…

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Four ways the new UK government could impact the construction industry

Contributor — Tue, 24 Sep 2024 08:31:14 +0000

Taking into account the results of our latest SME Growth Index, Chris Smith – Head of Specialist Equipment at Aldermore – discusses the potential impact that the new Labour government could have on the construction industry The election of a new Labour government in the…

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Building towards net zero: Fuelling the future of construction

Contributor — Mon, 16 Sep 2024 13:26:22 +0000

As the UK moves towards its ambitious net-zero goals, the construction industry is under increasing pressure to rethink its energy sources. One promising solution is Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO), an alternative fuel that can help the sector significantly reduce its carbon footprint. Certas Energy, the…

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Outdated e-tendering portals are holding you back – here’s how to streamline subcontractor procurement

Contributor — Mon, 05 Aug 2024 09:10:53 +0000

SPONSORED CONTENT By Compliance Chain Robbie Blackhurst, director and founder of Compliance Chain, shares how the company aims to streamline the subcontractor tender process for principal contractors across the built-environment sector Anyone who has used outdated e-tendering platforms understands the challenges of managing the subcontractor…

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Managing the return to growth

Contributor — Fri, 02 Aug 2024 11:12:11 +0000

Phil Westerman is head of real estate and construction at Buzzacott Stabilising interest rates, falling inflation and a tentative 0.5 per cent increase in house prices over the past six months are signs that economic conditions are improving. This is leading to housebuilders releasing sites…

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