Technology
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Robertson has started construction on the UK’s next national supercomputer. The Edinburgh facility will combine research infrastructure with heat recovery.
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United Infrastructure and SoilDri will target AMP8 material reuse nationally. The partnership aims to cut aggregate imports and lorry movements.
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Amey unveils longer-life barriers through its Hill Smith VRS partnership. The system targets fewer interventions on National Highways routes.
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Eque2 has acquired Chalkstring to strengthen contractor cost control tools. The deal adds cloud estimating capability for specialist trades.
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NG Bailey has lifted turnover beyond the £700m mark again. Infrastructure, energy, water, healthcare, and decarbonisation are supporting growth.
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Ballard is acquiring GeoPura to expand hydrogen site power services. The deal brings fuel cells, equipment, and hydrogen supply together.
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Portakabin will deliver Workdry’s new modular headquarters scheme in Hampshire. The building will use 66 bespoke modules.
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Holtec and EDF propose four reactors at Cottam power station. The scheme would reuse a former coal-generation site.
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DIGGER GUARD has launched three machine protection products at Hillhead. The range covers glazing, weather protection, and stabilisation for heavy plant.
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Hillhead 2026 has opened with equipment, safety, and digital launches. CEA members are showing new plant, telematics, finance, protection, and support products.