Technology
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SEGRO and Pure DC are planning a Paris data centre. The 48MW scheme would be developed through a second joint venture.
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Concrete Canvas has secured national engineering recognition for climate infrastructure. The award highlights rapid-installation materials for water and erosion control.
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Global has acquired Prism Energy to strengthen project controls capability. The deal expands its reach across infrastructure and energy delivery.
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Hitachi has launched a compact long-reach excavator for constrained sites. The ZX95US-7 SLF targets utilities, drainage, and civil engineering work.
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Tracto has launched an upgraded HDD machine for trenchless work. The Grundodrill 20 ACS adds automation, thrust, torque, and stability for demanding installations.
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Balfour Beatty has committed £10m to a built-environment technology fund. The Pi Labs fund targets AI, data, robotics, safety, productivity, and project performance.
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AtkinsRéalis has extended its civil works role at Sizewell C. The five-year framework covers permanent civil works design across the nuclear project.
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CIBSE has updated TM59 to sharpen residential overheating assessment methodology. The revised guidance strengthens design-stage checks for new homes and major refurbishments under future climate conditions.
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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.