Technology
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McLaren Construction will deploy autonomous robots across UK project sites. The FieldAI partnership covers site capture, safety patrols, QA, progress monitoring, and model comparison.
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Defra has opened early engagement for a £250m science framework. The procurement will support specialist laboratory, civils, M&E, BIM, and consultancy work at the APHA Weybridge campus.
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Liebherr has launched new specialist foundation equipment at Nenzing Austria. The anniversary programme includes new dragline, piling, and ground-improvement systems for demanding construction applications.
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Volvo CE is pressing for cleaner electric construction equipment adoption. A London pilot with TfL and FM Conway has strengthened the case for zero-emission compact plant and mobile charging.
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Commercial building controls face sharper pressure under tougher EPC standards. The BCIA has backed the planned EPC B requirement for larger privately rented non-domestic buildings by 2031.
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Trimble has added AI takeoff tools to MEP estimating software. The launch targets faster, cleaner pre-construction workflows.
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earth4Earth has opened a Sheffield factory for lower-carbon masonry products. The site will manufacture bricks and brick slips.
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Laing O’Rourke has joined a UK small modular reactor bid. The proposal targets 14 reactors across three sites.
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Birmingham has launched a new modernised council housing repairs service. Equans, WPS, and Mears will deliver day-to-day works across the city.
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FireAngel has launched a new professional domestic safety product range. Spec+ covers smoke, heat, carbon monoxide, and multi-sensor alarm applications.