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During the course of 2021, the UK - and various other parts of the world - has experienced a widespread shortage of building materials that have seen prices rise by over 10% in just a few months. Some of these price rises started in 2020; the cost of timber has risen...

When you look at the number of construction projects that are in the pipeline and the demands placed on civil engineering contractors to meet tight deadlines and budgets, it is abundantly clear that huge changes in our infrastructure are taking place. This has...

One of the major challenges facing planners and civil engineers in the future will be providing infrastructure and services for a growing population while ensuring our cities remain a pleasant place to live. Most of our cities today have three things in common: they...

Hiring the right contractor for your construction project is essential to making sure that it runs smoothly and within budget. To help you make the right choice, we've put together a list of four questions you should ask your contractor before hiring them. Can I see...

Head-spinning advances in how data is collected, sorted and analysed are having a massive impact across all sectors of the economy, including building, construction and civil engineering. This is great news for anyone who needs to commission new builds or major...

According to a survey carried out by the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), more than half of adults (55 percent) admit they do not have a firm understanding of what civil engineers do. So, with that very firmly in mind, let’s break down the role of the civil...

2020 witnessed an unprecedented disruption, especially in the construction industry due to the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak. The pandemic severely hit the UK's construction industry as monthly output growth slowed to 3.0% in August. However, the trend caused a rise in...

An old proverb suggests that necessity is the mother of invention. This adage, routinely spouted to highlight periods of rapid technological progress that occur in the wake – or in the midst – of crises, implies that humans often require something of a catalyst to...

Not all construction companies are created equally. Unfortunately, there are many companies out there who give false promises and complete work which is not up to standard. Whether it’s due to a lack of equipment, employees or cheap materials, the client is left with...

Civil engineering is a varied discipline, and one essential component of it is the development and installation of utilities networks. It can be a vital first step in any new build, or be a required part of a renovation or refurbishment program. As construction...