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The 9 largest commercial construction starts of April 2025
Total construction starts tumbled 9% in April to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $1.03 trillion, according to Dodge Construction Network. Nonresidential building starts, such as office, hotel and healthcare projects, dropped 3%, while residential activity fell 4%. Nonbuilding starts, such as highways, bridges and utility work, posted the steepest decline of the month at…
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Why veterans make good construction leaders
Listen to the article 5 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Military veterans bring leadership and adaptability skills that make them strong candidates for a number of construction roles, panelists said during a Skanska and the Society of American Military Engineers event last week, moderated by Construction Dive…
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How GCs can cope with problem subs
Listen to the article 7 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. This feature is a part of “The Dotted Line” series, which takes an in-depth look at the complex legal landscape of the construction industry. To view the entire series, click here Nearly every prime contractor has a story…
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Government cuts higher level apprenticeship funding
The UK government has announced plans to “refocus” funding away from Level 7 (masters level) apprenticeships from January 2026. From next year, only existing apprentices or those aged 16-21 will be eligible for levy-funded training. According to the government, the new measures will allow levy funding to be “rebalanced towards training at lower levels, where…
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Lubrication Engineers Acquires RSC Bio Solutions to Expand Sustainable Lubricant Offerings
Lubrication Engineers, Inc. has acquired RSC Bio Solutions, a company known for producing biodegradable lubricants used in marine and industrial environments. The acquisition broadens LE’s product range with environmentally focused lubrication options and extends its presence in applications where sustainability and regulatory compliance are priorities. RSC Bio Solutions manufactures the EnviroLogic® and FUTERRA® product lines—lubricants…
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How Long Does It Last?
For countless outdoor projects, from the sturdy backbone of a backyard deck to the steadfast presence of a fence line, pressure-treated wood has long been the material of choice, heralded for its inherent resistance to decay and insects. Yet, beneath the promise of longevity lies a more nuanced reality. Homeowners and builders alike often ponder…
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Digital Construction Awards 2025: Digital Team of the Year
The Digital Construction Awards attracted over 170 entries this year, 85 of which have been shortlisted. Here, we detail the finalists for the Digital Team of the Year award. This category recognises the team driving digital transformation and/or information management best practice within their business. In an ultra-competitive category, eight entries have made the shortlist.…
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Bathroom Retile Cost: A Comprehensive Guide (2025)
For many homeowners, the dream of a refreshed bathroom often begins with the gleam of new tile, promising a cleaner aesthetic and renewed vitality for one of the home’s most essential spaces. Yet, the tangible vision quickly confronts the practical question of expense. Understanding the financial contours of a bathroom retiling project, from material selection…
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HS2 confirms probe into allegations of inflated labour rates
HS2 has confirmed it launched an investigation earlier in the year into allegations of overinflated rates by two of its labour suppliers. The investigation followed allegations by a whistleblower that a company had been declaring self-employed workers as PAYE (pay as you earn) staff and charging an inflated rate for them, the i Paper first…
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Trans colleagues: you are welcome at CIOB
Following recent backlashes for the trans community in the UK and abroad, Caroline Gumble emphasises the importance of showing allyship with LGBTQ+ colleagues. I’ve always regarded having a CM column as a privilege. In recognising the responsibility that comes with that, I have mainly focused on writing about the achievements of our members and key…