Construction news, construction in the North East

North East top for annual increase in new homes Apr 27 2012

THE North East has seen the biggest increase in the registration of new homes in the country over the last year.Read

Avoca Consulting Engineers plans to expand overseas Apr 27 2012

A CONSTRUCTION engineering firm has grown its workforce and set out plans for overseas expansion after investing in groundbreaking new technology.Read

Don’t ignore the silent killer Apr 27 2012

THE recent conviction of an experienced gas engineer for manslaughter by gross negligence has again highlighted the stark importance of continual training and monitoring of engineers.Read

Housebuilders report workload reductions Apr 20 2012

SMALL housebuilders operating in the social housing market are facing their lowest workloads since 1999.Read

National picture remaining fragile Apr 20 2012

SALES of building materials in the North East rose by nearly 2% as 2011 ticked into 2012, although the national picture remains fragile.Read

North East construction minnows under most pressure Apr 13 2012

THE smaller firms in the beleaguered construction sector are under increasing pressure this year as the long-awaited recovery fails to appear.Read

Brims overcome Durham University's challenge Apr 13 2012

BRIMS has overcome the challenges of building a new student block in the garden of an historic Durham University college – and said it will be complete this summer after a year’s work.Read

Resolution of disputes a minefield Apr 13 2012

THE selection of a particular dispute resolution strategy or platform (adjudication, arbitration litigation etc.) in the UK construction industry can be somewhat of a minefield.Read

Building industry group’s award finalists unveiled Apr 06 2012

BUILDING industry group Constructing Excellence in the North East has unveiled the list of finalists in its annual awards.Read

Constructing a bright future for young Apr 06 2012

EDUCATION Secretary Michael Gove caused a stir this week with the announcement that he intends to give universities a greater role in designing A-levels in the near future.Read

Scaffolding services firm expands with new office Apr 06 2012

SCAFFOLDING and industrial services firm NSG UK is capitalising on its growth in the North East by opening a new office in the region.Read

Gateshead medical centre facelift will mean jobs boost Mar 30 2012

BUILDER Koru Property Services is to create 30 jobs after starting work on a facelift of a medical centre in the middle of Gateshead.Read

Durhamgate announce new bespoke home building programme Mar 30 2012

COUNTY Durham regeneration scheme Durhamgate has announced a new bespoke home building programme.Read

Environmental initiative good for business Mar 30 2012

THE environmental sector is expanding from an increasing concern about climate change and pollution. As a result, environmental regulation is getting tighter and affects more businesses than ever before. Governments, businesses, industry and individuals are adjusting in order to reduce their impact on the environment.Read

Meldrum Construction Services in £600,000 transport deal Mar 23 2012

A NORTH East construction company is looking to go the distance after signing a £600,000 transport contract for a fleet of new vehicles.Read

Denise Percival appointed architects' practice manager Mar 23 2012

A FIRM of architects has appointed a practice manager to help build the business.Read

Debate goes on over planning law reforms Mar 23 2012

PLANNING shapes the places where people live and work and plays a vital role in building our economy and supporting strong, vibrant and healthy communities.Read

Building and Construction Meet the Buyer event ideal way to start building contacts Mar 16 2012

CONSTRUCTION industry professionals from the North East and Yorkshire have the opportunity to meet with some of the UK’s biggest organisations and secure contracts worth millions of pounds.Read

Latest award for luxury home firm Stone Homes Mar 16 2012

THE Northumberland house builder behind some of the most luxurious developments in the North has landed a top national award.Read

Firms are shouting about their success Mar 16 2012

THE most comprehensive survey of workplace opinion in the country has been announced this week ... The Sunday Times 100 Best Companies to work for.Read

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