Technology
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HD Construction Equipment has opened a UK pre-delivery inspection centre at Southampton Docks, bringing final preparation for fully assembled Hyundai machines closer to UK dealers and customers.
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Construction technology leaders are rethinking data control. Revizto research says 96% of construction CIOs are concerned about data ownership, while AI adoption remains constrained by regulation, skills, integrations, and weak data foundations.
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Restricted-access trenchless work has gained a smaller option. TRACTO UK has launched the GRUNDOMAT 45 Extra Short mole, an 800mm soil displacement hammer aimed at compact spaces, short bores, and lower reinstatement work.
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Lower-carbon roofing has moved into factory-scale validation. FP McCann has advanced graphene-enhanced concrete roof tile trials at Cadeby, demonstrating a potential 14% reduction in cradle-to-gate embodied carbon without changing standard production lines.
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A new Surrey data centre has moved through planning. Castleforge and Galaxy Data Centers have secured consent for a 15MW Redhill scheme, adding capacity to a London market under pressure from AI, cloud, and hybrid workload demand.
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Winvic will launch an ESG whitepaper at UKREiiF, calling for regulatory backing to accelerate adoption of the UK Net Zero Carbon Building Standard.
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JLG Power Towers has introduced new accessories for low-level access platforms, targeting safer handling of boards, pipes, strut, and threaded rod during fit-out work.
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WSP will support National Highways’ Water Quality Plan, targeting high-risk road run-off outfalls across the strategic road network.
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JCB INTELLISENSE has won Hire Industry Product of the Year, recognising an AI camera-based pedestrian detection system for Loadall telehandlers.
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GeoPura, the Port of Tilbury, Toyota, JCB, and supply-chain partners have demonstrated hydrogen production, refuelling, and site power applications linked to Lower Thames Crossing delivery.