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BSkyB claims to be the fastest growing broadband provider in the UK

Following the release of new guidance issued by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and the Institute of Directors (IoD) this week, The Construction Centre today released a statement fully supporting of the document.

Rako Products Limited, manufacturers of the world’s favorite portable conveyor system the Miniveyor™ is expanding its distribution channels with the launch of Miniveyor Africa

The Construction Centre.co.uk announced today its support of the Construction Plant Hire Association’s (CPA) lobby to revise key elements of the Best Practice Guidance, issued by the Greater London Authority.

The Simply Renewable construction blog highlights the UK’s exemplar sustainable buildings. Our featured buildings demonstrate what can and must be achieved, and how the sustainability agenda in construction is progressing.

The Construction Centre.co.uk today voiced its concern that the directive to build zero carbon homes is not being achieved.

According to overseas property investment specialist Select Property, Marrakech, Morocco, looks set to be the next big investment hotspot

Estate agents know the importance of a good location. Which is why we are so keen to move back to our superb purpose built estate agency offices at 150 West End Lane between the busy West Hampstead Thameslink and London Underground stations

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Cramlington, UK Derwent, industry leaders in the field of active infrared solutions, announce the launch of AEGIS – meaning protected by - the world’s first intelligent IR illuminators*.

The Construction Centre.co.uk today highlighted its concern over the reduction in the development of new build homes throughout the UK, over the last ten years.

Bounce PR, a North Lincolnshire based PR and marketing company has, in addition to its already successful consultancy, developed a service that helps small companies gain marketing and PR help and support without having to pay expensive agency fees.

Furthering its initiative to offer more resources to the controls industry, LONMARK opens its latest Proficiency Testing Centre.

A new special report published by Workplace Law aims to provide an in-depth insight into the implications of recent developments in legislation regarding the energy efficiency of buildings.

A patented low profile aluminium common tower, incorporating four high-speed high-capacity hoists has played a key role in ensuring the construction of the new 161 metre, 35 storey Broadgate Tower in the City of London remains on schedule.

Doors & More are pleased to announce the launch of a new range of Folding Sliding Door systems.

Frost Conservatories and Garden Buildings have been shortlisted at the BD building product innovation award for their innovative ventilation system. The awards will be held at the 100% detail show 2007 at Olympia, London.

Precast concrete specialist ABM Design and Build, the UK and Ireland licensee for the Matière modular bridge system, has developed the world’s first 14.5 metre span Matière box bridge.

The Renewable Energy Centre commented today on the Government’s rumoured abandonment of the ‘Merton Rule’, which requires a percentage of energy in new homes to be provided by renewable sources.

The Construction Centre today announced its support of the Regulatory Enforcement and Sanctions (RES) Bill and welcomed the proposals for consistent and proportionate methods to deal with non-compliance to regulations within the building industry.

Architectural aluminium fabricator, Guttermaster, has joined the Pioneer Guarantee Scheme. The unique, insurance backed, ten-year warranty offers extensive protection underpinned by a rigorous quality audit and inspection programme at modest cost.

Following the recent flurry of accidents and deaths relating to crane collapses, The Construction Centre announced its support of the Strategic Forum Summit.

CHAS approved upon first time applicaion.

Highway and civil engineering precast concrete structures specialist, ABM Group, has completed the first phase of a major expansion programme.

Panther Platform Rentals found themselves risking a sting or two when recently called upon by a leading pest control company to assist with the removal of a bees nest at a Surrey public house.

Panther Platform Rentals found themselves visiting the fifteenth century when cleaning and maintenance tasks were due at Salford Hall in Worcestershire.

Panther Platform Rentals has supplied one of the first SkyKing E228TJ hydraulic platforms to cleaning and property maintenance experts J V Price.

Manchester-based Wright Build Limited, a highly respected building maintenance company, has potentially saved up to £200k in the first 24 months after installing a fleet management vehicle tracking system from RemoteAssetManagement.co.uk (RAM).

Following the devastating effects of recent rainfall across Gloucestershire and Oxfordshire, The Construction Centre has responded by compiling a practical and easy guide to coping with flood damage.

Employers looking to recruit exceptional candidates for civil structural jobs throughout the UK can now try before they buy with a free 30 day trial by new jobs board, UKCivilStructuralJobs.co.uk.

The Construction Centre today announced its support of the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) lobby against the government regarding the proposals laid out in Mays planning white paper, affecting loft conversions and roof extensions.

Architects TACP faced significant challenges in designing the North Wales Clinical Training School at Glan Clwyd Hospital. In a coastal environment with strong winds, heavy rainl and salt air the client was seeking a bold architectural statement.

PANDUIT PAN-STEEL Metal Embossing Hand Tool (MEHT) and Metal Indenting Machine (MIM) have been enhanced to provide durability and allow embossing or indenting of alphanumeric text onto PANDUIT steel marker plates, tags, tape and cable ties.

The last quarter has seen widespread reporting on the UK’s cement supply chain, highlighting severe shortages which have been affecting projects around the country.

The Government recently announced the launch of their “Carbon Challenge” which aims to create five zero carbon or near carbon developments throughout the UK in order to provide working examples to the building industry.

• New start concrete company required funding to acquire essential machinery • State Securities provided combined funding package of asset finance and Small Firms Loan Guarantee

The Construction Centre released today its assessment of online search trends for building and construction according to its website statistics for the second quarter of 2007.

Due to a rise in popularity for searches regarding specialist acoustic engineering firms a new section has been added to the Professionals directory on The Construction Centre website.

Think has launched a brand new online networking site called ‘i-Think’. Designed to facilitate the debate around sustainability and regeneration, i-Think is an essential resource for professionals and academics operating in the built environment.

The Construction Centre.co.uk today highlighted its extensive database for architects and contractors to find recycled and sustainable products in order help conform to the Site Waste Management Plans (SWMPs) which come into effect in April 2008.

Leading modular building provider, Portakabin, has changed the face of the portable buildings industry yet again, with the launch of another ground-breaking supermodel available for hire.

The Construction Centre today announced its support of the Government’s Carbon Challenge plans, which aims to create five zero carbon or near zero carbon developments throughout the UK in order to provide working examples to the building industry.

Task and operator seating from the extensive VERCO range has been specified for a striking new £23m state-of-the art learning and teaching support facility for the University of Sheffield.

Portakabin Group, the UK’s leading modular building supplier and manufacturer, has announced significant savings in carbon emissions following the implementation of an energy saving and environmental policy across its business.

Shepherd Construction has managed the development of the Grand Arcade in Wigan town centre, to time and to budget, using Asta Powerproject software.

The Construction Centre today announced four new sections to its website; Exhibitions & Events, University & College Courses, Building Regulations and Construction Work to help promote careers and business in the building industry.

To find suitable energy methods of reducing fuel costs for heating and hot water annually on site The M.G.I. Burner Management was installed at Stowe school by M.G.I, one of the leading suppliers of thermal insulation jackets in the UK

The cost of building ground got crazy because of Euro 2012

To ensure a high quality and comfortable internal environment in the new Liverpool Arena and Convention Centre, ductwork for ventilation, heating and cooling services will be provided by specialist, Senior Hargreaves.

Following the release of the Planning White Paper by Communities Secretary, Ruth Kelly on Monday last week, The construction Centre has welcomed the proposals but with a degree of caution.