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BCSA CRAFT scheme will reverse skills shortage
To alleviate a nationwide skills shortage in the steel construction sector, the British Constructional Steelwork Association (BCSA) has launched an …
Modern offices take shape behind protected façade
A new office and retail scheme on London’s famous Regent Street is taking shaped behind two retained façades. The project at 169-183 Regent Street and also …
Steel brick walls will aid nuclear construction
Steelwork contractor Caunton Engineering is pioneering a new steel walling system that could radically alter the way nuclear power stations are built. The …
SCI members day focuses on sustainability
‘A step change in sustainability’ was the theme of the latest Steel Construction Institute (SCI) annual event held at the London Transport Museum. The …
New City landmark will include Roman exhibition space
Steel construction is progressing on schedule for the new London headquarters for international media company Bloomberg. The scheme will include some retail …
Sub-contractors call for safe ground conditions
The British Constructional Steelwork Association (BCSA), the Structural Timber Association (STA) and the National Federation of Builders have joined forces to …
Steel industry website updated with BIM section
The BCSA’s www.steelconstruction.org website has been updated with the addition of a comprehensive section on Building Modelling Information (BIM). “Many …
Tata Steel future proofs its roofing system
Tata Steel has announced that the Confidex Guarantee for Colorcoat HPS200 Ultra, the company’s roof and wall cladding pre-finished steel product, has now …
Steel tower given go ahead in Plymouth
Plans have been approved by Plymouth City Council for a £26M 22-storey high student accommodation scheme which on completion will be the city’s tallest …
Supply chain relationships critical in rising market says the BCSA
As the construction industry continues to gather pace and demand for sub-contractors increases, relationships between clients, main contractors and their …
