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Winvic to launch ESG whitepaper at UKREiiF during landmark 25th year

Winvic to launch ESG whitepaper at UKREiiF during landmark 25th year

Winvic Construction Ltd will return to real estate event UKREiiF next month during its 25th year, leading its presence with the launch of a major new ESG whitepaper calling for regulatory action to accelerate net zero across the built environment. Demonstrating its continued commitment to the UK’s real estate, infrastructure

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Millers Quay at Wirral Waters wins Pineapples Award

Millers Quay at Wirral Waters wins Pineapples Award

Millers Quay at Wirral Waters has won the Building category award at The Pineapples, recognising the project’s contribution to community, quality of place and architectural excellence. Backed by Pension Insurance Corporation (PIC) and delivered by waterside regeneration specialist Peel Waters in partnership with Wirral Council and Homes England, the £130m

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Lucky winners of Finning giveaway collect excavator prizes

Lucky winners of Finning giveaway collect excavator prizes

Finning has revealed the two winners of its ‘Win Big’ competition, each receiving brand-new Cat® excavators to help power their projects forward. Finning UK & Ireland launched the free-to-enter competition, organised to mark Caterpillar’s 100th anniversary, with one winner in mind, however the high calibre of entries led to Finning

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One Big Idea shortlist revealed as sector’s boldest thinkers spotlighted ahead of UKREIIF 2026

One Big Idea shortlist revealed as sector’s boldest thinkers spotlighted ahead of UKREIIF 2026

The three shortlisted ideas include focuses on the reduction of carbon, supporting the next generation and solving viability gaps for projects WORKING together to uncover the sector’s brightest and boldest ideas, UKREiiF and strategic marketing agency Cartwright have revealed the shortlist for the ‘One Big Idea’ initiative. Nearly 100 entries were received from

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It’s almost time to unveil the 2026 PIA Winners!

It’s almost time to unveil the 2026 PIA Winners!

The Finalists for 2026 Pump Industry Awards the have been shortlisted across the nine award categories, collectively highlighting the very best in innovation, performance, technical ability, and overall contribution to the pump sector. The annual awards presentation dinner is a celebration of the industry’s best and brightest. Alongside well-deserved reward

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Winvic to launch ESG whitepaper at UKREiiF during landmark 25th year

Winvic to launch ESG whitepaper at UKREiiF during landmark 25th year

Winvic Construction Ltd will return to real estate event UKREiiF next month during its 25th year, leading its presence with the launch of a major new ESG whitepaper calling for regulatory action to accelerate net zero across the built environment. Demonstrating its continued commitment to the UK’s real estate, infrastructure and investment sectors, Winvic will have an expanded ‘Winvic and Partners Pavilion’, which will be shared with partners Ridge, UMC Architects, Maber and M1 Agency, creating a collaborative hub for engagement, knowledge-sharing and industry dialogue. As part of its position on the advisory board of The Westminster Policy Liaison Group (PLG) on ESG, Winvic has spearheaded the whitepaper, positioning the UK Net Zero Carbon Building Standard (UKNZCBS) as a critical framework for delivering genuinely net zero carbon assets. Drawing on insights from a broad range of industry bodies and experts including investors, developers, contractors, consultants, designers and policymakers, the paper sets out clear, targeted recommendations for government to help accelerate adoption at scale and inform the future direction of net zero policy. Contributors to the whitepaper include UK Green Building Council (UKGBC), Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), Building Research Establishment (BRE), Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), Winvic Construction, BWB Consulting, Firethorn Trust, Panattoni, Ridge and Partners, Royal London Asset Management (RLAM), Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI), UMC Architects and Wordsworth Excavations. Further insights were gained from The Lord Porter of Spalding CBE and Lancaster City Council at a recent PLG round table where the UKNZCBS was discussed. The ‘Winvic and Partners Pavilion’ will host a programme of panel discussions and interactive sessions throughout UKREiiF, including a dedicated session exploring the whitepaper’s findings involving a number of the contributors and Mike Reader MP, Chair of the All Party Parliamentary Groups (APPGs) on the BuiIt Environment and Infrastructure, Business Champion for Construction and MP for Northampton South. Wider topics will include social value and planning reform, build-to-rent, data centre viability, and what makes “good” industrial and logistics development. In addition to its pavilion programme, Winvic will engage with a range of partners and initiatives during the three-day event. Leeds Children’s Charity has been selected as its local charity partner, with funds raised during the event supporting its work in the region, social enterprise Fusion21, Invest Warwickshire, developer Prologis, and partners Ridge and Maber will also host panel sessions within the pavilion, reinforcing Winvic’s collaborative approach across the industry. As it marks 25 years in business, Winvic’s presence at UKREiiF and its launch of the whitepaper celebrates its legacy, and its commitment to help shape policy and accelerate the adoption of net zero standards across the industry. Danny Nelson, Managing Director – Industrial, Logistics & Data Centres at Winvic, said: “Over the past 25 years, Winvic has evolved in step with the industry, from a regional contractor rooted in Industrial & Logistics to a trusted national delivery partner across Industrial & Logistics, Multi-Room, Civils & Infrastructure and now Data Centres. That journey reflects a business responding to change while maintaining a disciplined approach to delivery. “It’s particularly meaningful to be at UKREiiF during our 25th year, sharing this milestone with partners and peers. This whitepaper is an important step in bringing together industry insight to help shape the policy and regulatory environment needed to deliver net zero at scale. Strong, collaborative partnerships are key to solving the sector’s most complex challenges.” Arun Thaneja, Technical Services and Sustainability Director at Winvic, said: “We’re proud to share a whitepaper that sets out a clear call to action for regulatory backing of the standard. Drawing on insights from across the industry, it provides practical recommendations for policymakers, highlighting where greater clarity and alignment can accelerate adoption of the UK Net Zero Carbon Building Standard. Our focus is on ensuring ESG strategy translates into real outcomes on projects and across communities, helping to underpin the next phase of progress across the built environment. I look forward to sharing this at UKREiiF.” Recognised as the nation’s leading ‘shed specialist’, Winvic recently celebrated the construction of 110 million sq ft of industrial space and has expanded into data centre delivery. The company has also built a strong reputation in complex civil engineering and infrastructure, delivering over 125km of highways works and six Rail Freight Terminals to date. In the build-to-rent and student accommodation sector, Winvic has delivered more than 15,000 beds. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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Millers Quay at Wirral Waters wins Pineapples Award

Millers Quay at Wirral Waters wins Pineapples Award

Millers Quay at Wirral Waters has won the Building category award at The Pineapples, recognising the project’s contribution to community, quality of place and architectural excellence. Backed by Pension Insurance Corporation (PIC) and delivered by waterside regeneration specialist Peel Waters in partnership with Wirral Council and Homes England, the £130m project has turned a former dockland into a lively, inclusive waterfront neighbourhood. The scheme was designed by Howells and built by GRAHAM. Run by The Developer in partnership with the Design Council, The Pineapples celebrate places that combine design quality with tangible social and environmental benefits. The Building category rewards completed schemes that add meaningful value to their wider locale and the people who live and work there. The development delivers 500 highly sustainable one- and two-bedroom homes, 20% of which are affordable, reconnecting local communities with the waterfront for the first time in more than a century. Drawing on Birkenhead’s maritime heritage, the design introduces bold, colourful façades and a striking waterside profile that helps establish a new local identity. Homes are oriented for natural light and water views, while generous balconies, landscaped courtyards and dockside walkways encourage neighbourly interaction and support wellbeing. The project’s social and economic outcomes are substantial: over 1,000 jobs were supported during construction, £44m was spent with local supply chains, and 75% of the workforce came from within 30 miles. It has generated £31m in social value and provided training and employment pathways through partnerships with local colleges and universities. Sustainability measures include EPC B ratings for all homes, air source heat pumps, solar energy systems and sustainable urban drainage features, reducing environmental impact and enhancing biodiversity. The success of Millers Quay is catalysing further investment across Wirral Waters, unlocking new residential, leisure and employment schemes and accelerating the area’s evolution into a vibrant mixed-use waterside district. In their citation, the judges described Millers Quay as “a catalyst – bringing people, investment and homes to a once-desolate landscape through bold regeneration, striking architecture and extraordinary ambition.” They praised the challenges overcome in delivering the scheme, highlighted its commitment to local training and employment, and recognised the powerful signal it sends for the future of the area. What was once an empty site, they noted, is now a busy, lived-in place. Millers Quay triumphed ahead of a strong shortlist comprising Amazon Property’s Loveday Belgravia; Rollalong’s Demonstration Modular Home across Newham, Havering and Camden; Manchester Metropolitan University’s Science and Engineering building; Related Argent and L&Q’s Brent Cross Plot 12 202; and Concord London’s Marylebone Square. Richard Mawdsley, Director of Development, Wirral Waters at Peel Waters, said: “Winning a Pineapples Award is a fantastic achievement for everyone involved in Millers Quay and a powerful endorsement of what can be achieved through long-term, partnership-led regeneration. This is not just a building, it is a catalyst for change – creating new homes, new opportunities and a renewed sense of place for Wirral. “Millers Quay demonstrates how thoughtful design, strong collaboration and a commitment to social value can come together to deliver something truly transformative. We are incredibly proud of the role it is playing in reshaping Wirral Waters. James Agar, Head of Real Estate Origination at PIC, said: “This Pineapples Award is a powerful recognition that Millers Quay is not only a landmark development, but a blueprint for how long term investment can unlock meaningful regeneration and deliver lasting social value. Throughout construction and since completion, the project has created significant local employment, supported ongoing skills development, and generated vital cashflow for the surrounding economy, schools and businesses. It stands as a testament to what can be achieved when forward thinking, innovative and committed partners work together with a shared vision. “PIC remains committed to backing developments that provide the secure, long term cashflows needed to pay the pensions of our current and future policyholders, while helping communities to thrive. This award reinforces the importance of that mission and the impact that responsible, partnership led investment can and does deliver.” Peter Reavey, Regional Director at GRAHAM, said: “We’re proud to see Millers Quay recognised with this award win. As construction partner, GRAHAM has worked closely with an expert project team to deliver a scheme that reflects the value of genuine collaboration. “Millers Quay sets a benchmark for meaningful regeneration, providing much-needed, high-quality homes while prioritising sustainability and creating a strong sense of place for the community that will benefit the region for generations to come.” Alan McCartney, Partner at Howells, said: “We’re thrilled that Millers Quay has been recognised with a Pineapples Award. Thanks to our exceptional client team, and everyone involved in making the project happen on site. What we imagined eight years ago is exactly what stands today and we’re proud to see the quality of the homes completed, and to be a successful part of the transformational legacy continuing at Wirral Waters.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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Lucky winners of Finning giveaway collect excavator prizes

Lucky winners of Finning giveaway collect excavator prizes

Finning has revealed the two winners of its ‘Win Big’ competition, each receiving brand-new Cat® excavators to help power their projects forward. Finning UK & Ireland launched the free-to-enter competition, organised to mark Caterpillar’s 100th anniversary, with one winner in mind, however the high calibre of entries led to Finning naming two winners: the Colin Burt Reserve for Wildlife Conservation and Valley Veterans. Both winners were invited to Finning UK & Ireland headquarters in Cannock, Staffordshire to celebrate their win with the Finning team. During the day Finning provided training on mini excavators, as well as tutorial on how the new machine owners can get the very best from their new excavators with telematics.  The Colin Burt Reserve, in Killin in the central Highlands of Scotland, opened in 2005 in memory of keen conservationist Colin Burt who died aged 38 following a motorcycle accident. The 50 acre site was a poor-quality piece of waste wet land and is now a diverse nature reserve open to all. The project has won a Cat 301.6 excavator to continue its development. Valley Veterans, a charity based in the Rhondda Valley, was founded more than 20 years ago as an informal support group for PTSD sufferers and is now a vibrant hub with more than 140 active participants. Its Equi-Grow project includes the development of a purpose-built equine and horticultural space for activities supporting the mental and physical health and wellbeing of veterans. It has won a Cat 301.5 excavator to help get groundwork underway. To mark Caterpillar’s centenary year in 2025, Finning hosted the giveaway on its website, asking participants: ‘How would winning a Cat machine or generator help you build something that lasts?’   Gary Megarrell, Managing Director at Finning UK and Ireland, said the high quality of the entries meant it was impossible to select just one winner. He said: “The 100th anniversary of Caterpillar provided the perfect opportunity to gift our winners with the equipment they need to take their projects forward. “The answers from the Colin Burt Reserve and Valley Veterans truly embodied the values we share at Finning around safety and inclusivity. Caterpillar’s centenary and Finning’s desire to have a positive impact within the community “We are delighted both organisations are now the owners of mini excavators, and that this will make a real, tangible difference to their projects and to their visitors. This prize-giving has been a fantastic way to mark what has been a very memorable year celebrating the Finning partnerships.” The winners were given the choice between a Cat 301.6 excavator or a Cat DE110E2 genset as their prize. They were also automatically enrolled in a set of monthly prize draws – with rewards up for grabs including a trip to Malaga. Ashley Pearson of the Colin Burt Reserve, said: “We encourage participation in practical conservation tasks and wildlife habitat improvements, and our work includes carrying out regular maintenance and projects to promote increased biodiversity. “Winning this Cat excavator means we can progress our development plans so that even more visitors can experience being in the outdoors.” Valley Veterans was last year honoured with the King’s Award for Voluntary Service. It has been presented with the centenary celebration Cat machine that was on display at Finning’s headquarters in Cannock during the anniversary year. Nigel Locke, Secretary at Valley Veterans, said: “This recognition from Finning comes on the back of a remarkable year for us, and inspires us to keep working to make a difference to veterans and their families. “The Equi-Grow project will allow Valley Veterans to vastly increase capacity to train and mentor existing members as well as extending the offer to a far wider veteran and community cohort in the South Wales Valleys region.  “Having the new excavator means we can focus on delivering the project and support more veterans to combat the challenges resulting from isolation and loneliness.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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Study Inn Brotherton House, Leeds, Wins Two Major Awards at Unipol’s Rate Your Landlord Awards 2026

Study Inn Brotherton House, Leeds, Wins Two Major Awards at Unipol’s Rate Your Landlord Awards 2026

Study Inn Group is proud to announce that its Leeds property, Brotherton House, has been recognised with two top honours at the Unipol Rate Your Landlord Awards 2026, winning Best PBSA Provider and Best PBSA Building in the City. This nationally recognised award celebrates operators who consistently deliver high standards of accommodation and service, based entirely on student feedback. The Rate Your Landlord Awards are informed by hundreds of student reviews, covering areas such as customer service, maintenance, safety, value for money, and overall living experience. Hosted by the student executive teams at Leeds University Union and Leeds Beckett Students’ Union, the event brings together universities, local authorities, landlords, and students from across the city. Since opening in September 2022, Study Inn Brotherton House has quickly established itself as one of the leading student accommodation providers in Leeds. Operating at 100% occupancy, the property has also been ranked the #1 best student accommodation in the city for two consecutive years on Student Crowd (2024 and 2025), reflecting consistently high levels of student satisfaction. Matt Shakespeare, Managing Director of Operations at Study Inn, commented: “We are incredibly proud to be acknowledged as being the Best PBSA Provider and having the Best PBSA Building in Leeds. To achieve this recognition based entirely on student feedback is a testament to the dedication of our on-site teams and the experience we strive to deliver every day. At Study Inn, our focus has always been on creating a true home away from home, particularly for students who may be living away from their families for the first time. Special recognition must go to Centre Manager Terrie and her team, who have done an outstanding job at Brotherton House. Their commitment to student wellbeing and service excellence has been instrumental in achieving this success.” For Study Inn, this is an endorsement of our brand standards in terms of product, service delivery, and overall business model which prioritises student wellbeing, quality, and consistency across every touchpoint. Study Inn’s approach is centred on delivering a complete student living experience, combining high-quality design with service-led operations. Its residences offer fully furnished studios and en-suite apartments, dedicated wellness and social spaces, 24/7 on-site support, regular housekeeping, secure access, and an all-inclusive living model designed to provide comfort, safety, and convenience throughout the student journey. Study Inn remains committed to delivering high-quality student accommodation that supports both domestic and international students throughout their university journey. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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Winvic shortlisted for Contractor of the Year at Construction News Awards 2026

Winvic shortlisted for Contractor of the Year at Construction News Awards 2026

Winvic Construction is proud to announce that it has been shortlisted for the prestigious Contractor of the Year (turnover over £500M) category at the Construction News Awards 2026 as it celebrates its 25th year in business. Recognised as one of the construction industry’s most respected and competitive accolades, the Construction News Awards celebrate the organisations, projects and people that are driving excellence, innovation and impact across the built environment. Also marking the 30th anniversary of the awards – a rigorous judging process is led by an independent panel of over 100 senior industry figures, being shortlisted is a significant achievement and testament to Winvic’s Doing It Right ethos and values-led approach, The Winvic Way, delivering outstanding results for clients and the communities in which it operates. The Contractor of the Year category highlights organisations that demonstrate exceptional performance across a range of criteria, including project delivery, sustainability, innovation and workforce development. Winvic’s shortlisting, on the 25th year anniversary of the business, reflects the strength of its diverse portfolio and its ability to deliver complex, high-quality projects across multiple sectors, alongside recognising the company’s ongoing investment in its people and innovative construction methods, such as the use of a unitised brick façade system enabling the rapid installation of 2,768 prefabricated panels without scaffolding, HP SitePrint Robot and the UK’s first deployment of Skyline Cockpit for remote tower crane operation at Crown Place, Birmingham. Operationally, Winvic expanded delivery and community outcomes across its three core sectors in 2025, completing 20 Industrial & Logistics, 34 Civils & Infrastructure, and five Multi-Room projects, while launching a fourth sector, Data Centres in 2026. It also announced the early completion of a £14m infrastructure scheme in Milton Keynes, delivered three months ahead of programme, helping to minimise disruption and improve efficiency. The contractor showcased its leading ESG credentials achieving Achilles Net CarbonZero Certification, reducing overall carbon footprint by 71% in compliance with the Achilles Climate Impact Programme Part 3 requirements, and innovated an industry-first water pollution solution at SEGRO Park, Coventry. During the year, Winvic completed its 91st Net Zero/ Low Carbon facility and hosted its 10th workshop with 80 partners from its Green Supply Chain to collaboratively embed best practice and accelerate progress towards a Net Zero future. Danny Nelson, Managing Director of Industrial, Logistics and Data Centres at Winvic, said: “Winvic’s shortlisting for Contractor of the Year is a commendable achievement and a reflection of the hard work, commitment and expertise of teams across our entire business. “We pride ourselves on consistently delivering best-in-class projects while continuing to invest in our people, innovation and sustainable practices. I’d like to thank our teams, clients, supply chain and partners for their continued commitment and collaboration, which has made both this shortlisting and the last 25 years possible. Congratulations to everyone who has been shortlisted.” Join Winvic on social media – LinkedIn, and Instagram. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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One Big Idea shortlist revealed as sector’s boldest thinkers spotlighted ahead of UKREIIF 2026

One Big Idea shortlist revealed as sector’s boldest thinkers spotlighted ahead of UKREIIF 2026

The three shortlisted ideas include focuses on the reduction of carbon, supporting the next generation and solving viability gaps for projects WORKING together to uncover the sector’s brightest and boldest ideas, UKREiiF and strategic marketing agency Cartwright have revealed the shortlist for the ‘One Big Idea’ initiative. Nearly 100 entries were received from across the built environment, with submissions showcasing exciting new ideas, concepts and ways of thinking. The ‘One Big Idea’ initiative aims to give property and construction specialists the opportunity to make their mark and push the sector forward. It was open to entries from any level of seniority or experience. Making the final shortlist are ideas from Kuram Gwakyaa, head of sustainability for Home Office and MOJ accounts at Mitie; Sally Grindrod-Smith, director of planning regeneration and communities at West Lindsey District Council and Matt Drewitt, architect at the Government Property Agency. The three shortlisted ideas include focuses on the reduction of carbon, supporting the next generation and solving viability gaps for projects. Further insight into the ideas will be shared at the Big Idea Breakfast at UKREiiF on Wednesday 20 May Liz Cartwright, managing director at Cartwright and shortlist judge, said: “Our One Big Idea initiative was created to champion new and purposeful thinking from those in the industry. Across all submissions received there is no doubt that this kind of thinking was showcased in abundance. “Our shortlisted ideas demonstrate not only originality but a true potential to move the industry forward. Each one is not a concept for its own sake but is grounded in real challenges and real opportunities. Offering space for these ideas to flourish is exactly what we here at Cartwright, in partnership with UKREiiF, have set out to do.” The wider judging panel that took on the task of reviewing the ideas submitted and creating a shortlist, included James Bywood, marketing director at UKREiiF; Renee Preston, chief executive officer at Gallaway Construction; Shahi Islam, director of affordable housing at Homes England; and Rory Bates, built environment sector lead at SLR Consulting. The judging criteria was chosen to help highlight the most powerful submissions. This included marking ideas on their creativity and originality, impact and value, and clarity of the idea. Following the Big Idea Breakfast event, Cartwright will also be releasing a ‘One Big Idea’ report for the wider market, telling the stories of the winning entrants and sharing a wider selection of One Big Idea suggestions – including additional insights gathered from its on-site presence at the event. James Bywood, marketing director at UKREiiF said: “UKREiiF has always been a place where ideas on how to grow and better the industry have the space to flourish. One Big Idea is allowing us to take this to the next level and there is no doubt that the results so far have been incredible. All the ideas submitted showcase vital thinking from different levels and experience on how the industry can grow to new heights and it’s safe to say that shortlisting to just three was no easy job. “As the countdown to UKREiiF ticks down, seeing the three shortlisted ideas come to life at the One Big Idea breakfast is one of many parts of those three days in Leeds that our team here are looking forward to most – alongside generating those important conversations that will foster even more ideas for what’s next for the industry.” The initiative forms the newest era of the partnership, as Cartwright takes on the role of official storytelling partner for UKREiiF 2026, as part of a year-round agreement. For more information about Cartwright visit www.cartwrightagency.com or to register for UKREiiF 2026 go to www.ukreiif.com Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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Sir James Cleverly MP announced as keynote speaker at UK Construction Week London

Sir James Cleverly MP announced as keynote speaker at UK Construction Week London

UK Construction Week (UKCW), the UK’s largest and most comprehensive construction event, has announced that Rt Hon Sir James Cleverly MP, Shadow Secretary of State for Housing, Communities & Local Government, will headline as a keynote speaker at its London show next month. Sir James will speak at the Housing Action Hub on Thursday May 14th at 12.30pm, addressing some of the most pressing challenges and opportunities currently facing the UK housing sector. He will be joined by a strong line-up of senior policymakers, including Mike Reader MP, the Department for Business and Trade’s Business Construction Champion, and Chris McDonald MP, Minister for Industry at the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero and the Department for Business and Trade.  Further high-profile speakers confirmed for UKCW London include: From May 12th-14th, UK Construction Week London will come together with Futurebuild and The Stone & Surfaces Show, creating the UK’s largest event uniting the entire built environment, attracting over 25,000 industry professionals, where every stage of a project gets decided. As the largest and most comprehensive construction event in the UK calendar, the show will bring together 25,000 industry professionals, 600+ exhibitors and 700+ speakers across six dedicated stages – all under one roof.  Attendees can expect a packed programme of CPD-accredited panels and seminars tackling the sector’s most pressing issues, covering everything from innovation in construction methods, to product testing and assurance; housing insights to workforce capacity; workplace culture to data-driven project management.  Sam Patel, Divisional Director at UK Construction Week London, commented: “Securing Sir James Cleverly as a speaker highlights the scale and influence of UK Construction Week. Alongside an exceptional line-up of industry leaders, policymakers and innovators, it reinforces our position as the UK’s leading platform for shaping the future of the built environment.”  Sponsored by Sage, Wyre, HotelPlanner, Zurich Resilience Solutions and Build Warranty, UKCW London will feature over 300 leading brands; over 25 trade bodies and associations, including the Federation of Master Builders, CIBSE, and the National Association of Air Duct-Cleaners UK.  Following the London Show in May 2026, UKCW Birmingham will return to the NEC from 29th September to 1st October 2026.  To register for free, visit: https://forms.reg.buzz/ukcw-london-2026/cab-campaign Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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Nixon Hire brings modular buildings to Scotland with Dundee launch at ScotPlant 2026

Nixon Hire brings modular buildings to Scotland with Dundee launch at ScotPlant 2026

Nixon Hire is pleased to announce that it will be exhibiting at ScotPlant 2026, Scotland’s largest construction equipment exhibition, taking place on Friday 24 and Saturday 25 April at the Royal Highland Centre, Edinburgh. Modular buildings launch in Scotland In a significant milestone for the company’s Scottish operations, Nixon Hire will use ScotPlant to unveil its new Modular Buildings Centre of Excellence at Dundee – the first dedicated modular hub across its five Scottish depots. Supported by the company’s Renewable Power Centre of Excellence in Glasgow, the new facility represents a major investment in Scotland and underlines Nixon Hire’s commitment to bringing its full range of sustainable site solutions to Scottish customers. A live sustainable site setup Visitors to the Nixon Hire stand will find a fully operational, live sustainable site setup, running in real conditions exactly as it would on a customer site. At its centre is an eight-bay modular building, demonstrating the thermal performance and build quality – a reflection of Nixon Hire’s higher spec modular range. Alongside it, on show will be Nixon Hire’s largest and most powerful battery storage unit to date, designed to support larger sites with clean, reliable power, as well as a fully refurbished 12′ Smart Air Solar mobile welfare unit – rebuilt entirely from existing materials. Monitoring the setup behind the scenes will be a working replica of Nixon Hire’s Renewable Energy Hub, a sophisticated control centre designed, configured and run by its in-house Technical Support Team. Pulse: the new customer portal Visitors will be able to experience Pulse, Nixon Hire’s recently launched online customer portal – the result of an 18-month, seven-figure investment. The browser-based platform gives customers autonomous insight into energy use, carbon impact and cost performance across their renewable energy equipment on hire. By replacing the manual collation and estimates that have traditionally been the norm across the sector, Pulse enables teams to report quickly, compare performance across locations and make more informed decisions about how equipment is deployed and operated. Brian Cornett, CEO of Nixon Hire, commented: “Nixon Hire has supported customers across Scotland for more than 40 years, and ScotPlant is an exciting opportunity to demonstrate the breadth of our offer there today. The opening of our new Dundee Modular Buildings Centre of Excellence reflects our continued investment in the region and our focus on delivering more sustainable, full-service site solutions closer to where customers need them. “We look forward to engaging with customers and industry stakeholders at ScotPlant and discussing how Nixon Hire can support the changing needs of sustainable site projects across Scotland.” Visit Nixon Hire at ScotPlant 2026 at Ave D No 3 on Friday 24 and Saturday 25 April at the Royal Highland Centre, Edinburgh. To book a walkthrough with one of the company’s senior team, please contact Rose Docherty at rose@almastrategic.com. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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Efficient and reliable cooling for high-performance data centres - aquatherm at Data Centre World Frankfurt 2026

Efficient and reliable cooling for high-performance data centres – aquatherm at Data Centre World Frankfurt 2026

Due to increasing power density, data centres today require liquid-based cooling systems that meet the highest standards of efficiency and reliability. A key element here is the piping system used. At Data Centre World 2026 on 6–7 May at Messe Frankfurt (Germany), aquatherm GmbH will showcase its aquatherm blue piping system at Stand H110, demonstrating in a practical setting the advantages it offers in various cooling concepts in high-density environments. Additionally, aquatherm energy, a pre-insulated piping system that facilitates the economical use of waste heat, will be introduced. aquatherm is the world’s leading manufacturer of polypropylene piping systems for plant engineering and building services. High-performance cooling for AI and HPC environments aquatherm blue is a highly developed, flexible piping system that enables cooling media to be transported safely in both traditional chilled water systems and in direct-to-chip and hybrid cooling concepts. Thanks to the corrosion-resistant material polypropylene (PP-R) and a homogeneous welding technique, leak-proof connections are created that withstand the high demands of operational safety and continuous load. The flow-optimised inner surfaces of the pipes contribute directly to improving overall efficiency. Waste heat utilisation as an economic factor Feeding waste heat from data centres into local heating networks not only increases acceptance among local authorities and residents but also opens up additional economic potential for operators. aquatherm energy, a pre-insulated piping system optimised for the low-energy-loss transport of hot and cold fluids, creates ideal conditions for efficient waste heat utilisation. The product is available as both a single-pipe and a double-pipe system. In the double-pipe solution, the supply and return lines are pre-assembled in a single pipe, saving space and reducing construction costs and time. Both the single- and double-pipe variants are also available with integrated leak detection. Piping systems for modern cooling concepts Future-proof data centres require a liquid-based cooling infrastructure that ensures consistently stable hydraulic conditions, high operational reliability, and economical energy use. aquatherm piping systems form the stable backbone of modern cooling concepts – from classic chilled water supply to highly dynamic liquid cooling systems for AI applications. Application examples and new design logic Trade visitors to Data Centre World 2026 will gain practical insights into system solutions, application examples, and integration concepts for high-performance data centre infrastructures at the aquatherm stand. On the trade fair’s Green Innovation stage, they can also learn on 6 May at 15:40 why high-performance data centres may require a new design logic that does not start with the IT infrastructure, but with the cooling architecture. The presentation, entitled “We are cooling the wrong thing: Why data centre architecture must change”, will be given by Dimitri Wolf, Area Sales & Account Manager at aquatherm. aquatherm is the world’s leading manufacturer of plastic piping systems made from polypropylene for use in plant engineering and building services. Areas of application include district heating networks, drinking water applications, heating system construction, fire protection sprinkler systems, air conditioning and refrigeration technology, as well as surface heating and cooling systems. aquatherm products can be found in a wide variety of buildings and even on ships around the world. Notable examples include the Elbphilharmonie in Hamburg, the Kö-Bogen I and II in Düsseldorf, various Olympic venues, and numerous top hotels and resorts. Whether in heating and cooling networks, for cooling data centres or as surface heating and cooling, aquatherm products have a wide range of applications. The company employs around 500 people in Germany, Italy, and England. All production takes place exclusively at its German sites in Attendorn (headquarters) and Ennest. The family business is managed by Maik Rosenberg and Jan Kriedel. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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It’s almost time to unveil the 2026 PIA Winners!

It’s almost time to unveil the 2026 PIA Winners!

The Finalists for 2026 Pump Industry Awards the have been shortlisted across the nine award categories, collectively highlighting the very best in innovation, performance, technical ability, and overall contribution to the pump sector. The annual awards presentation dinner is a celebration of the industry’s best and brightest. Alongside well-deserved reward and recognition, the evening offers outstanding networking opportunities, and the perfect chance to celebrate with colleagues from across the sector. This highly anticipated industry gathering takes place on Thursday 19th March at the famous Hilton St Georges Park, in Burton on Trent, and promises to be another sell out event. Our 2026 Finalists by award category PRODUCT OF THE YEAR Sponsored by DFA Media Group PROJECT OF THE YEAR Sponsored by World Pumps ENVIRONMENTAL CONTRIBUTION OF THE YEAR Sponsored by SPP Pumps MANUFACTURER OF THE YEAR Sponsored by WEG UK DISTRIBUTOR OF THE YEAR Sponsored by Caprari / Calpeda SUPPLIER OF THE YEAR Sponsored by Wilo CONTRIBUTION TO SKILLS & TRAINING AWARD Sponsored by ABB RISING STAR AWARD Sponsored by Innomotics SUSTAINABLE CONTRIBUTION FOR A BETTER WORLD Sponsored by AESSEAL The nine winners will be announced during the glittering gala dinner, which will bring together a broad cross-section of industry personnel, and end-user customers, to honour outstanding achievements from right across in the international pump sector. Join us for the celebration A few places are still available, so whether it’s taking a table to host customers or booking a few seats for you, your team and partners, don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to enjoy a wonderful evening of great food, fine wine, fantastic entertainment and that all-important networking until the early hours, when our now infamous ‘survivors’ breakfast’ will be served. To help deliver this key industry awards ceremony, we will be joined by ex-professional snooker champion and popular TV pundit, Steve Davis. Best known for dominating professional snooker during the 1980s, he reached eight World Snooker Championship finals in nine years, won six world titles, and held the world number one ranking for seven consecutive seasons. He was also the first snooker player to make a televised 147 break. Since then, his TV punditry has become legendary, and he can also add DJ, electronic musician, and author to his long list of credits. To book your place please visit www.pumpindustryawards.com/book-tickets. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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