Keon Homes Up the Wins: Builder Takes Top Honour for Regional Growth and Impact
One of the UK’s fastest growing developers of much-needed affordable housing and Extra Care schemes has secured a prestigious business prize. Keon Homes, which has gone from a standing start in 2019 to £40m turnover this year, beat off tough competition from Bond…
British Builder The Hill Group Bets Big on Housing Despite Economic Uncertainty
The Hill Group made significant investments in land and developments in 2023 to boost its pipeline by over 3,000 new homes across the South of England, demonstrating its commitment to growth despite economic uncertainty.
Science Minister breaks ground for Milton Park’s £40m Nebula development
The £40m Nebula development at Milton Park will provide high-tech R&D and office spaces to support the UK’s goal of becoming a science and technology superpower by 2030.
Building the Future: Major Construction Projects Promise Billions for Shropshire Region
The Project Pipeline event on March 22 will bring together construction companies across Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin to showcase major upcoming projects and opportunities worth billions of pounds over the next decade.
Making Travel Accessible: Bus Company Rolls Out Innovative Hearing Aid Tech
To promote inclusion and meet accessibility regulations, a bus and coach operator has launched an innovative induction hearing loop system called ClearConnect to provide clear audio information directly to passengers’ hearing aids.
Lough Neagh Heritage Resilience Project Seeks to Safeguard Treasured Landscape with Lottery Funds
Lough Neagh Partnership has commenced a two-year project funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund to develop a ten-year plan for conserving and celebrating Lough Neagh’s landscape and heritage through stakeholder consultations and community engagement.
Topping Out Marks Major Milestone for NATO Communications Hub Relocation
Henry Brothers Construction held a topping out ceremony to mark progress on new facilities at Beacon Barracks in Staffordshire for 280 (NATO) Signal Squadron, the only British Army unit assigned to NATO, which is relocating from Dorset.
Innovative housing initiative underway in Gateshead
Construction of 62 new affordable homes, including 20 for Gateshead’s Jewish community, is underway in Gateshead, England through a collaboration between the local council, housing providers, and the Jewish community.
Purchase of Former Scottish Media Hub Sparks Excitement for Glasgow Waterfront Redevelopment
Property developer Downing has acquired the former Scottish headquarters of Reach PLC in Glasgow in a multimillion-pound deal, building on its recent acquisitions across the UK and allowing for significant expansion of its portfolio.
Interior Design Firm Captures Longbridge Manufacturing Heritage for Birmingham Homebuyer Hub
Award-winning interior design firm, Edward Thomas Interiors has partnered with St. Modwen Homes to deliver a bespoke Homebuyer Hub for the housebuilder’s flagship West Works development in Longbridge, Birmingham.
Towngate Revitalises Iconic Lucozade Site into Thriving Business Hub
Leading property specialist, Towngate PLC, is gearing up to reveal its latest development — a brand-new row of industrial units, adding approximately 45,695 sq ft to the footprint of Towngate Business Centre at Manchester Road West, Walkden.
Performance in Lighting Brings Italian Craftsmanship to Lighting Design Worldwide
With founders specialising in exquisite Italian art and design, a leading lighting manufacturer is sparking creativity, innovation and aesthetic excellence across the globe.
Construction Firm and Charity Join Forces to Boost UK Biodiversity
A new partnership to support biodiversity in urban and rural environments will see Morgan Sindall Construction work directly with Groundwork on 14 projects that will benefit communities across England, Scotland, and Wales.
Yorkshire Firm’s Anchors Hold Up Key Bridge in Engineering Marvel
The Sherburn-in-Elmet based subsidiary of global fastening systems giant EJOT Group has supplied critically important products for the construction of a new £121m bridge which opened this month Great Yarmouth.
McLaren Construction surpasses Net Zero Targets at Landmark Leeds Logistics Hub
A pivotal logistics warehouse scheme now completed in Leeds has met and surpassed its net zero carbon construction targets, delivered by McLaren Midlands and North.
Speke Industrial Park Sale Sets Stage for 1 Million Sq Ft Logistics Developmen
CBRE has acted on behalf of Prinovis to sell the freehold interest of the 627,217 sq ft former printing facility, which occupies a circa 50 acre site within Estuary Business Park in Speke.
Green Energy Demand Drives Expansion at Geo Green Power
Renewable energy experts Geo Green Power have moved to new head office premises at Bradmore Business Park, Nottingham, thanks to rapid growth in demand for its green energy solutions which is expected to see the business double in size by…
Wave prioritises sustainability and smart growth by downsizing to a smaller North East headquarters
National water retailer Wave has moved into a new head office in the North East, downsizing in a bid to enhance its sustainability, while still focusing on growth.
Manchester Metropolitan University Celebrates 200th Birthday with Approval for New Iconic Library
Planning permission has been granted for the new state-of-the-art library at Manchester Metropolitan University.
The Green Buildings Guide 2024: IT firm releases comprehensive guide to green, healthy, and cyber secure buildings
OryxAlign, a leading IT cyber security and networking company, has released its latest guide, The Green Buildings Guide, 2024: Achieving Green, Healthy & Cyber Secure Buildings.
UK Recession Highlights Need for Green Investment, Says Climate Charity CEO
In response to today’s news that the UK fell into recession during the final three months of last year, Dr Ashok Sinha, CEO of climate solutions charity Ashden, said: “The UK economy will continue to chronically underperform until we deliver…
Elevate Property Completes £90m Midlands Regeneration Projects Nottingham and Solihull
Leading developer Elevate Property Group started 2024 in style with the completion of £90m of regeneration projects, delivering hundreds of new homes in the Midlands.
Living Space completes land sale on its largest scheme to date in Worcester
Affordable housing specialist, Living Space has received full planning approval and completed on the land sale for its largest scheme to date. In partnership with social housing provider, Stonewater, the approved vision will see 6.
New rights could cut barn conversion red tape for developers
Proposed changes to planning regulations could help make the conversion of barns and other agricultural buildings more straightforward for farmers and their developer partners.
Gainsborough’s former Barclays branch to go under the hammer
The former branch of Barclays Bank in Gainsborough town centre is to go up for auction this month with a guide price of £90,000.
East Midlands housebuilder launches search for longest-ever resident
A local housebuilder has launched a quest to find its longest standing owner to help mark a monumental business milestone – and those across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire and Derbyshire are in with a good chance of winning.
Downing completes acquisition for final phase of Downing Plaza
Property developer Downing has successfully completed the acquisition of Heron’s Yard in Newcastle, which will mark the final phase of its landmark development, Downing Plaza.
Yorkshire furniture company to feature on popular TV series
Batley based furniture makers, HSL, are set to feature on the popular series on Sunday 18th February at 8pm on BBC Two and iPlayer.
Hydes Brewery Commits Millions to Pub Refurbishments Across Estate
Salford-based brewer and pub retailer Hydes has committed to a multi-million, seven-figure investment programme across its pub estate throughout the remainder of 2024.
Furniture for the Home invests £50,000 into new Kingswinford store
Kingswinford’s high street has received a welcome boost after it was revealed that the old Amblecote Furnishers building is being brought back to life.
Sealy UK joins The Furniture Makers’ Company as a corporate member
Sealy, the world’s leading mattress brand and one of the best known within the UK industry, has joined The Furniture Makers’ Company, the City of London livery company and charity for the furnishing industry, as a corporate member as part…
Urban Creation Thrilled to Continue Journey with Handelsbanken in New Five-Year Deal
Urban Creation are thrilled to share the news they, trusted property investor and provider of student apartments and short-term accommodation, are extending their partnership with Handelsbanken for another five years.
Estilo Interiors Takes On Bristol With Two-Floor Cat B Fit Out Project
One of Birmingham’s leading main contractors – Estilo Interiors – has once again added to its extensive list of 2023 project wins, taking on the two-floor CAT B fit-out of Clarke Willmott’s new offices in Bristol’s Assembly Building C.
Greenlight For Convenience Store And Retirement Apartments In Edwalton 
Planning permission has been granted for a new convenience store and 77 retirement apartments at Edwalton, near Nottingham.
Eddisons strikes proptech deal with valuations platform
Eddisons has signed a partnership deal with proptech firm Valos in a collaboration which is designed to streamline the property consultancy’s valuation process and enhance the valuation reports it produces for clients.
College’s £10m Redevelopment Set to Transform Rural Education
The £10m redevelopment of a leading land-based college is set for completion this autumn. Backed with more than £5.9m from the Welsh Government’s Sustainable Communities for Learning Programme, Coleg Cambria is transforming its land-based campus at Llysfasi, near Ruthin.
New Aquitaine House Redevelopment Approved for Cube Cold’s UK Headquarters Expansion
Planning permission has been granted for the major extension and redevelopment of New Aquitaine House in Theale, paving the way for Pulleyn Properties (part of Cube Cold) to establish a new headquarters at the site.
Brown’s Hotel Unveils Musical and Historical Inspired Suites in Mayfair London
Brown’s Hotel, a Rocco Forte Hotel in the heart of London Mayfair, announces the launch of its three new Forte Suites.