Green Concrete and “Eco-Steel”: Low-Carbon Materials Revolutionizing Construction
This article examines the UK’s transition to sustainable construction materials, focusing on green concrete and eco-steel. It details technological advances, market growth, regional investments, policy frameworks like BREEAM, and challenges in decarbonising the building materials sector, highlighting opportunities for future industry leadership.
Flood-Resilient Design: Structural Strategies for Building in Flood Zones
This article examines flood-resilient structural design in the UK, outlining risk assessments, material selection, regulatory frameworks, case studies, and the impact of climate change. It highlights key design principles, economic considerations, and emerging technologies supporting sustainable, resilient construction in flood-prone areas.
Rise of the Robo-Builder: AI, BIM and Robots in Construction 2025
This blog explores major construction technology trends for 2025, including AI-driven design, advanced BIM, digital twins, robotics, drones, exoskeletons, and 3D printing. These innovations enhance productivity, safety, and precision for steelwork, SFS, architecture, and contracting professionals navigating the evolving industry.
Building Green and Buying Smart: 2025 Construction Rules on Sustainability and Procurement
UK construction faces sweeping change as new sustainability laws and the Procurement Act 2023 reshape the industry. Tighter energy standards, biodiversity mandates, and a unified public procurement regime mean contractors must deliver lower-carbon, nature-positive buildings and meet new criteria for public sector work from 2024 to 2025.