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Swedish civil engineering consultancy group Qflow has officially launched its UK operations through the acquisition of three specialist firms, marking a significant step in its…
By Juliana Renn, Head of Sustainability, HLM Architects A decade ago, net zero felt like the horizon we were all racing towards.
Jones Bros Civil Engineering UK has been appointed as the principal contractor for the Carno III Wind Farm project in Powys, marking the first major…
Valpak Research Provides Crucial Insights for Councils on Flexible Plastics Recycling
New research conducted by Valpak in partnership with Reconomy, commissioned by the Local Government Association (LGA), offers detailed evidence to local authorities on the volumes, costs, and operational challenges linked to household flexible plastics collections.
IKEA to Launch Dedicated Second-Hand Marketplace to Boost Sustainable Furniture Trade
IKEA has revealed plans to introduce a new online platform designed exclusively for buying and selling pre-owned IKEA products.
Olivia Boulting, ‘Queen of the Gavel’, Joins Strettons to Lead Auction Growth
Strettons, the London-based property specialist, has appointed Olivia Boulting as a Director and auctioneer, marking a significant step in the firm’s expansion plans.
Crown Roof Tiles Board Tours New £20 Million Manufacturing Plant in Burton on Trent
Senior executives from Crown Roof Tiles Group, representing the USA and Mexico, recently visited Russell Roof Tiles’ manufacturing site in Burton on Trent to inspect the completion of a new multimillion-pound facility. This investment, exceeding £20 million, has transformed the…
British Upholstery Brand Planted Unveils Alice Chair in Collaboration with Sgrinhouse
Planted, a British upholstery company renowned for its traditional craftsmanship, has introduced the Alice chair, created in partnership with hand screen-printing studio Sgrinhouse.
Oliver Bonas to Launch New Store at Lakeside Shopping Centre
Oliver Bonas, the British independent lifestyle retailer, has confirmed it will open a new store at Lakeside Shopping Centre this month.
Stantec Appointed to Lead Tees Valley’s New Spatial Development Strategy
Stantec has been selected to spearhead the creation of the Tees Valley Combined Authority’s (TVCA) spatial development strategy, marking a significant step in regional planning.
AND Capital Ventures and Forshaw Land & Property Group Launch £185 million Fund for Northern England Housing Projects
AND Capital Ventures has partnered with Forshaw Land & Property Group to establish a new residential development and investment fund valued at up to £185 million, targeting projects across the North of England.
£10m Government Fund Boosts Black Country High Streets
Black Country Chamber of Commerce chief executive Sarah Moorhouse has welcomed a £10 million Government fund aimed at revitalising the region’s high streets, while calling on Prime Minister Andy Burnham to continue supporting local businesses.
Prestige Interiors Highlights Urgency of School Refurbishments Ahead of September Term
As the new academic year approaches, Prestige Interiors, a specialist in commercial refurbishment, has emphasised the critical need for schools to focus on upgrading their learning environments during the summer break.