Contracts
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Strabag will acquire Romanian rail specialist Bawi Construction in 2026. The deal strengthens its railway infrastructure capability across Romania and southeast Europe.
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Johnson Matthey will provide technology for Phelan Green’s eSAF plant. The South African facility is expected to supply synthetic aviation fuel into EU and UK markets.
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Ireland’s construction market is resilient but facing renewed cost pressure. Turner & Townsend says labour shortages, material inflation, and weaker pipeline visibility are increasing delivery risk.
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DESNZ has published research into lower-disruption underground cable installation methods. The study compares cable ploughing, HDD, microtunnelling, and other techniques against conventional cut-and-cover.
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DfE is seeking an innovation lead for regenerative school buildings. The £33m pilot will test bio-based materials, nature-led design, and standardised ultra-low-carbon classroom blocks.
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Graham has started work on York’s Central Hall museum project. The £17m scheme will create a new entrance, gallery space, visitor facilities, and improved connections across the site.
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Camden’s studio-led regeneration scheme has secured approval in Kentish Town. The project combines production space, homes, education facilities, heritage restoration, and new public realm.
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Willmott Dixon has reported its record five-year forward pipeline figure. The contractor also posted zero debt and higher underlying profit.
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Winvic will deliver two build-to-rent towers in Leeds city centre. The 578-home scheme has cleared Gateway 2 approval.
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The Met Police has opened procurement for estate building works. The £560m framework covers refurbishment, M&E, security, demolition, and new-build projects.