Why Affordable Housing Keeps Wigan Attractive to Buyers

The post Why Affordable Housing Keeps Wigan Attractive to Buyers appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Affordability continues to be one of the biggest influences on the UK housing market. As buyers navigate rising living costs and changing lifestyle priorities, many are looking for locations that offer better value without compromising on connectivity, amenities or future growth. Wigan has become an increasingly attractive choice, offering affordable housing alongside excellent transport links, […]

Merseytravel seeks contractor for £15M Mersey Tunnels ventilation station remedial works

Public sector transport executive body Merseytravel has launched a procurement for a contractor to deliver early contractor involvement (ECI), detailed design and remedial works at eight ventilation stations across the Kingsway and Queensway Tunnel estate, in Liverpool. The post Merseytravel seeks contractor for £15M Mersey Tunnels ventilation station remedial works appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

Aecom appointed for Bakerloo line upgrade depot and sidings feasibility study

American infrastructure firm Aecom has been appointed by Transport for London (TfL) to deliver a feasibility study for the depots and sidings required to facilitate the Bakerloo Line Upgrade (BLU), marking one of the first steps towards the rollout of a new fleet of trains… The post Aecom appointed for Bakerloo line upgrade depot and sidings feasibility study appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

How to Plan Safer Lifting, Vertical Transport, and Emergency Communication on Construction Sites

The post How to Plan Safer Lifting, Vertical Transport, and Emergency Communication on Construction Sites appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Construction sites depend on controlled movement. Cranes place heavy materials, hoists move people and supplies between levels, and smaller lifting tools support installation work. When these activities are poorly coordinated, delays increase and workers may be exposed to suspended loads, falling objects, congestion, or unclear emergency instructions. A practical site plan should connect three areas: […]

New Portishead HQ for Osprey

Osprey has moved into a new HQ in Portishead, bringing together its engineering, heavy transport, marine operations and project delivery teams.

Full Documentary - Building a Gigantic Supertanker 07072023

This documentary looks at the construction of the largest Supertanker that will transport Liquified Natural Gas (LNG). Today, China has become an important member of the world's shipbuilding powerhouse, and more and more huge ships of 10,000 tons will be sailing from here to all over the world. The video shows how the

HS2 - on track to net zero webinar, 22032023

In partnership with Decarbonising Transport Week, this webinar explores: • The project and operation of HS2 – delivering zero carbon travel between London, Birmingham, Manchester, and the biggest cities in Scotland. • HS2’s modal shift impact – enabling more journeys to be made by electric powered trains and active forms of travel in place of fossil fuelled road vehicles and planes. • The prevalence of high-speed rail in Europe and how it has decarbonised the continent’s transport system.

Fully Charged Show - The World's FIRST Vertical Airport for Flying Cars! 07062022

If drones and eVTOL are to become an everyday part of our lives, they're going to need a lot of places to take off and land from. Luckily there are a few companies designing urban airports or 'vertiports' and thinking about how they should best fit into cities. One such company is Urban-Air Port Ltd who built a version in Coventry, UK. Unusually, they have opted to make these new bits of infrastructure temporary in order to see if eVTOL and drones could be used to support communities in need

Fully Charged Show - Is It Time to Give Up on Hydrogen?! 22112022

Hydrogen - the answer to our clean energy needs or a terrible idea?! This energy source is as divisive as it is energy dense. In theory clean to use and produce, in reality often embroiled in the fossil fuel industry. However, surely it must be good for something? Robert Llewellyn and Imogen Pierce (Bhogal) decided to put Hydrogen to the test to see how it stacks up for a whole host of uses from fuel cell vehicles to heating and steel making.

The B1M - Why China Needs This $67BN Railway,

The Thai government has big plans to become the logistic hub in Southeast Asia. It's building the Trans-ASEAN Line as a high speed rail network costing more than $67BN. This brand new high speed railway is set to transport people and goods more than six times faster than the current trains. It will also serve as a connection to China’s massive rail network with the promise of revolutionising trade and spurring growth across the continent.

Ship A1 Auto Transport

One of the leading logistics and shipping firms is Ship A1 Auto Transport, which offers a wide range of shipping options, first-rate services, and a team that is well-equipped.