Technology
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Sellafield has deployed immersive planning technology for nuclear decommissioning work. The RAICo1 system combines robotics, live data, and 360-degree visualisation to reduce time spent in hazardous environments.
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Equans has acquired Mway Communications to expand highways technology capability. The £26m-turnover specialist adds operational technology, electrical engineering, communications, and highway civils to the wider group.
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BCIA has launched a six-level framework for specifying BEMS functionality. The manufacturer-agnostic approach aims to improve tender comparison, integration, commissioning, and long-term building operation.
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Niftylift has expanded hydrogen-electric options across its powered-access platform range. Retrofit capability gives existing electric booms another route to longer site operation.
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Scotland will monitor major data-centre proposals from planning validation onwards. Authorities must notify ministers within seven days for developments above 50MW.
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Cambridge has marked progress on 84 low-carbon City Reach homes. The 45 council homes and 39 private-sale properties combine gas-free heating, solar generation, MVHR, biodiversity measures, and accessible housing.
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LRWA has updated hot melt guidance for British roofing projects. Version 2.2 aligns the code with BS 6229:2025, strengthening requirements around falls, drainage, substrate preparation, testing, and roof-system design.
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National Grid has launched a major North West London upgrade. The programme combines substations, cable installation, overhead line reinforcement, and capacity for five new data centres.
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HBC has completed Sheffield’s new child-health technology centre, The Spark. The 43,000 sq ft facility will house the National Centre for Child Health Technology and has now passed into commissioning and operational preparation.
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Directional drilling is advancing Scottish Water’s North Ayrshire pipeline renewal. The crossing beneath Stevenson Burn combines deep cofferdams, dewatering, temporary bridging, vibration monitoring, and installation through a 914mm steel sleeve.