How Construction Companies Can Protect Sensitive Project Data

The post How Construction Companies Can Protect Sensitive Project Data appeared first on UK Construction Blog. The construction industry has undergone a major digital transformation. Project plans, site surveys, contracts, budgets, and client communications are now routinely stored and shared online. While these tools improve efficiency and collaboration, they also create new security risks. A single data breach can expose confidential business information, disrupt operations, damage client relationships, and even lead […]

Equans buys highways technology specialist Mway Communications

Equans UK & Ireland has acquired highways technology specialist Mway Communications as it seeks to expand its capabilities on the Strategic Road Network. Mway employs about 100 people and generates annual revenue of £26m, according to Equans. The value and financial terms of the acquisition… The post Equans buys highways technology specialist Mway Communications appeared first on Construction News.

Met Office and DfT guidance to help transport sector prepare for severe space weather

The Met Office and the Department for Transport (DfT) have published new guidance to help the transport sector understand and prepare for the potential impacts of severe space weather on communications, navigation and other technologies used across transport. The post Met Office and DfT guidance to help transport sector prepare for severe space weather appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

MPA appoints Adeleke as chief executive

The Mineral Products Association (MPA) has appointed Paul Adeleke as its chief executive officer. Adeleke joined the trade body from the Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA), where he served as executive director for strategy, policy and communications. He succeeded Chris Leese, who had led… The post MPA appoints Adeleke as chief executive appeared first on Construction News.

Win hearts, win work: how to get neighbours on side from the start

Tom Hall is a consultant in the planning and infrastructure team at communications and public relations agency Grayling Building work may often cause frustration for neighbouring residents or businesses, resulting in full inboxes for local politicians. Of course, such disruption is nothing new – it’s… The post Win hearts, win work: how to get neighbours on side from the start appeared first on Construction News.

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