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Infrastructure delivery
Industry demands real action on infrastructure not slogans
Although welcoming Boris Johnson's "build, build, build" speech, construction leaders now want to see a focus on delivery.Read more -
Net Zero, Infrastructure and society
Once-in-a-generation opportunity to recalibrate economy, say ICE
The relationship between infrastructure and the 2050 net-zero target is the focus of the Institution of Civil Engineers State of the Nation 2020 report.Read more -
Net Zero
Coalition of major contractors commits to net zero
Coalition of major UK contractors make commitment to tackling the climate emergency.Read more
Latest news and analysis
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Major Projects
De-risking ‘one-of-a-kind’ projects
Persuading stakeholders that mega-projects will bring game-changing benefits for society is crucial.Read more -
Planning
Planning certainty crucial for post-Covid infrastructure delivery
Certainty in planning is the most important part of the Development Consent Order process, says new research.Read more -
Construction and coronavirus
Network Rail to restart construction in Scotland after three-month pause
Network Rail Scotland is restarting work on major construction projects in Scotland following a three-month pause due to Covid-19.Read more -
HS2
HS2 reveals construction shortlist for Birmingham Curzon Street station
HS2 reveals its construction shortlist to build Birmingham Curzon Street station, in a deal worth up to £570m.Read more -
Renewable energy
Tidal energy takes further step towards commercial viability
Black & Veatch completes assessment of MeyGen’s six-megawatt array in Scotland’s Pentland Firth.Read more -
Climate priorities are crucial in post-Covid UK
Systemic changes are needed to drive the decarbonisation agenda post-pandemic.Read more -
Infrastructure delivery
PM promises “Rooseveltian approach” to UK infrastructure delivery
The government’s new “Project Speed” taskforce is set to drive faster infrastructure project delivery.Read more -
Hospitals
Major new cancer hospital opens in Liverpool
A major new cancer hospital has opened in the heart of Liverpool.Read more -
Scotland
Maintenance of Scottish infrastructure key to kickstarting the economy, says ICE
ICE Scotland has made its submission to the Scottish government’s advisory group on economic recovery.Read more -
Infrastructure funding
Three north east railway stations set for £15m boost
Darlington, Middlesbrough and Horden stations will benefit from £15m government investment.Read more -
Webinar
Embrace the new digital era, say communications experts
Latest Infrastructure Intelligence webinar Zooms in on the issue of digital communications.Read more -
Net Zero
More needed to tackle climate crisis says Committee on Climate Change
Covid-19 can be an historic turning point in tackling the global climate crisis, but much more needs to be done, says annual report to parliament.Read more -
Net Zero
Little progress made on UK's net zero pledge
Taking stock on climate change progress a year after the UK signed up to net zero.Read more -
Digital transformation
Atkins launches new digital twin survey platform
Atkins has launched a new digital twin survey platform, adding to its portfolio of digital capabilities.Read more -
City design
Arup works on pilot scheme to help restaurants reimagine outdoor eating
Arup has developed a ‘kit of parts’ concept for parklets in city centres.Read more -
Construction and coronavirus
Almost 2,000 students complete Learning in Lockdown programme
Almost 2,000 school students complete virtual work experience programme led by Scape Group and partners, generating almost £200,000 in social value.Read more -
Environment
CIRIA consultation on pollution containment systems
Plans to improve the design of pollution containment systems are ongoing and an industry consultation is underway.Read more -
Construction and coronavirus
Covid-19 sees 35% drop in UK construction productivity
Covid-19 impact is causing productivity losses of around 35% on UK construction sites, according to new research by Turner & Townsend.Read more -
Frameworks
Pagabo unveils new £47bn developer-led framework
Pagabo unveils new £47bn developer-led public land framework.Read more -
International Women in Engineering Day
Top 50 women in engineering sustainability revealed
The Women’s Engineering Society has unveiled the winners of its Top 50 Women in Engineering: Sustainability awards.Read more
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Airports
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