Top 15 European consultancy, Artelia, fuses expertise with acquisition of East of England cost, project and building surveying specialists, Castons, to capitalise on regional development opportunities
International project management, engineering and consultancy business, Artelia, has expanded into the East of England to power a new phase in its UK project consultancy based around global capabilities in new energies, infrastructure and the built environment. Already working in the region on projects such as the restoration of Norwich Castle, Artelia has acquired leading […]
Lovell partners with MOBIE and local architects to bring construction event to Arden Grove students
Leading homes developer Lovell partnered with the Ministry of Building Innovation and Education (MOBIE) and a local architect and architectural designer to inspire students about the future of housing and showcase how important they are in shaping the future of our homes and communities. Sasha Bainbridge, partnerships director at Lovell East Anglia, and Gerry Ruffles, head of […]
New Centre for Dental Development shortlisted for regional award
A new Centre for Dental Development at the University of Suffolk has been shortlisted for a Public Sector award by the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). The RICS regional awards recognise inspirational initiatives and developments in land, real estate, construction, and infrastructure. The regional award winners, who will be announced throughout May and June, […]
Barnes picks up a raft of awards for its work in Cambridge
Barnes Construction is riding high after being recognised for its work at the Greater Cambridge Design & Construction Awards, presented by the Greater Cambridge Shared Planning Service (GCSPS) and the Cambridge Forum for the Construction Industry (CFCI). The team proudly took home several prestigious awards at the ceremony, which took place at The Auditorium at […]
Over 100 local suppliers join forces to grow Suffolk supply chain
Last week, over 100 local suppliers participated in a ‘Meet the Buyer’ event at Endeavour House, hosted by Concertus, a company within the Vertas Group. The event was the second one that has been organised since the launch of the Suffolk County Council Construction and Building Services Framework in the summer of 2023. The framework, […]
Work starts on £1.5 million Thorney Bay Pavilion in Canvey Island, Essex
Spades struck the ground for the first time on Thursday 14 March as local dignitaries welcomed the start of work to build a new £1.5million pavilion at Thorney Bay in Canvey Island, Essex. The project will see the construction of a new build pavilion, associated external works, and car park extension improvements. The project forms […]
Barnes Constructions announces four promotions to its senior management team
As a result of its continued growth, Ipswich-based Barnes Construction has promoted four members of its team to Associate Divisional Directors. In their newly created positions, Damien Kerry, Dan Mackenzie, Daniel Sheldrake, and Matthew Ramplin, have now been appointed as members of the Barnes Construction Divisional Senior Management Team, and alongside the existing board, they will play […]
Independent games retailer set to open new HQ at Goodman’s London Brentwood Commercial Park as construction starts on Phase 2
Goodman’s London Brentwood Commercial Park is set to become the new headquarters for Wayland Games, Europe’s largest independent retailer for tabletop hobbies, with construction underway for 50,000 sq ft of high-quality warehouse space. The start on site was marked with a groundbreaking ceremony as Goodman and construction partner, Magrock, launched the development’s second phase. Located […]
Ipswich Unveils Ambitious Plans for a New Aquatics Centre and Masterplan for Portman Road area
Ipswich Borough Council propose a transformative development that promises to rejuvenate the town and support a more connected, vibrant community. Next week, the Executive will consider this newly unveiled masterplan for the area around Portman Road, with the Aquatics Centre at its core, and poised to become a shining example of community-focused development. In collaboration […]
Allison Homes East appoints new Planning Director
Housebuilder Allison Homes East has welcomed Georgina McCrae to the team as Planning Director, to help its growth across the region. Georgina McCrae joins the company with over 10 years’ experience in the construction industry. After graduating with a degree in Geography from Newcastle University, Georgina began her career at housing association Home Group, and […]
