Industry News

The construction world is ever-changing, with new technologies and digital developments happening all the time. In such a fast-paced industry, keeping up with news and announcements can be difficult. 

Here on the Offsite Hub, we are dedicated to keeping you updated with the most informative and topical stories in the construction industry but with a particular focus on modern methods of construction and offsite construction techniques. We select the most relevant stories for you to stay up to date with the world of light steel frame, volumetric modular technology, structural timber precast concrete hybrid solutions and MEP innovations. 

Please see below stories which are from a range of sources and are focused articles and press releases on the most dynamic developments in the offsite industry including official pieces from our own Offsite Magazine and full coverage of the offsite awards winners.



Ilke Homes in talks with 15 potential investors over sale

15th June 2023

Modular builder says there is a 'clear appetite' for a deal to save 1,000-person firm Modular housebuilder Ilke Homes is in discussions with 15 interested investors and is confident of achieving a sale of all or part of...

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Strengthening Market Position

15th June 2023

Another tranche of investment into volumetric modular provider TopHat signals a new era for housebuilding, with FTSE-100 housebuilder Persimmon and institutional investor Aviva injecting cash into factory-built precision-engineered...

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Setting the Future Homes Standard

14th June 2023

Arguably one of the first innovations in the UK to surpass the Future Homes Standard, back in 2021 MODULHAUS™ was crowned 'Winner of Winners' at the Offsite Awards. Trevor Richards, Operations Director at VOLUMETRIC™ – the...

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Ilke Homes served up for offers over a £1

14th June 2023

Yorkshire-based modular house builder ilke Homes is being offered to potential buyers for bids of over £1. Backers of the loss-making ilke are understood to have approached three major house builders in an effort to attract further...

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Ilke Homes closes factory and hunts for buyer

13th June 2023

Yorkshire-based modular housebuilder Ilke Homes has stopped production at its Knaresborough factory and is looking for a buyer. The company said that it was "exploring a sale of the business as volatile macroeconomic conditions and...

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Make UK Modular

13th June 2023

As Make UK Modular releases its year one impact report, Director Steve Cole outlines the huge progress made so far and what lies ahead for the modular housing sector. To say that politics has been volatile since Make UK Modular...

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Plans to build 140 'genuinely affordable' modular homes now in jeopardy on Milton Keynes estate

13th June 2023

The company that makes the homes has paused production and is seeking a buyer Plans to build up to 140 new modular homes on a seven acre site on a city estate are in jeopardy just two months after the scheme was announced....

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Homes England-backed modular builder pauses operations and seeks buyer to ‘secure future’

12th June 2023

A major government-backed modular house builder has paused its operations and is seeking a buyer to "secure its future" and "protect jobs" amid challenging market conditions. Ilke Homes, which has in the...

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Ilke Homes halts production and seeks buyer

12th June 2023

Ilke Homes, the Yorkshire-based modular house builder, has suspended production and is seeking a buyer. The crisis at Ilke Homes raises further questions about the viability of mass-market offsite house-building. Last month Legal...

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The healthcare sector offers huge potential for offsite methods to provide modern, cutting-edge facilities

12th June 2023

The healthcare sector offers huge potential for offsite methods to provide modern, cutting-edge facilities. We spoke to David Hartley, Managing Director of MTX on how they are providing award-winning fast-track healthcare solutions. ...

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Modular Construction – Technically Rewarding But Contractually Challenging

12th June 2023

Modular construction has been heralded for several years now to save time and reduce waste and cost, and forms part of the "modern methods of construction" being encouraged by the government. However, it is not without its challenges,...

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New fire tests fill the gap

9th June 2023

voestalpine Metsec's offsite product, Metframe uses Light Gauge Steel Framing systems (LGSF) sections bolted together in a 2D panel format to create complete loadbearing structures up to 15 storeys.  Whilst efficiency,...

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Structural Timber Price Index Tool Offers Powerful Market Analysis

8th June 2023

Timber Development UK (TDUK) is launching a powerful new tool, the Structural Timber Price Index, to help the construction industry assess changes in the UK timber market. The Structural Price Index displays the monthly price of...

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Cost comparison: the pros and cons of volumetric construction in housing

8th June 2023

Modular housing has so far failed to take off, despite its speed, quality and reliability. Alex Hyams of Turner & Townsend Alinea considers the pros and cons of volumetric construction and the barriers to widespread adoption, followed by a...

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Cala Acquires Taylor Lane Timber Frame

7th June 2023

Cala Group, a major UK homebuilder has announced the 100% acquisition of Taylor Lane Timber Frame Ltd, one of the UK's leading timber frame construction specialists. The investment will help drive Cala's progress towards their...

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Key Appointment for NHBC Housing Association Team

7th June 2023

NHBC announced that Charlie Ash has been appointed Sector Lead for Housing Associations. Charlie, who previously worked in the team as Customer Relationship Executive, will now manage relationships and partnerships with housing...

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TopHat appoints ex-JCB boss as Chief Financial Officer as it accelerates growth

7th June 2023

TopHat, the UK's leading modular house builder, has appointed David Brown, former CFO of construction equipment manufacturer JCB, as Chief Financial Officer following its recent £70 million fundraising round. David held...

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Ilke Homes in race to pull in more funding

6th June 2023

Modular housebuilder aiming to avoid inclusion of 'material uncertainty' statement in delayed annual accounts Modular housebuilder Ilke Homes is in a race to pull in further funding in the next month or see its auditors...

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Work underway on Berwick offsite hospital

6th June 2023

Work is well underway on the new £35m hospital at Merit's offsite manufacturing factory in Cramlington Berwick Hospital is being built one year quicker compared to traditional construction methods by using offsite technology....

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MMC and digital technology deliver “Be Lean, Be Clean, Be Green” school

6th June 2023

MMC and digital technology have played a key role in the award-winning Merstham Park School in Surrey Client: Department for Education/GLF Schools Location: Redhill, Surrey Project Duration: 66 weeks No. of Modules: 178 ...

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First Modules Arrive at Imjin Barracks

6th June 2023

A £13million construction project to improve living conditions for soldiers at Imjin Barracks has reached a key milestone, following the arrival on-site of the first modules for new Single Living Accommodation (SLA). The major...

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Verified PMV for DTS Timber Frame

6th June 2023

Donaldson Timber Systems (DTS), has become the first timber frame manufacturer to offer a verified pre-manufactured value (PMV) score of 55% or more. Following a six-month material and labour cost analysis completed by specialist...

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ilke Homes Secures Milton Keynes Site for Energy Efficient Homes

5th June 2023

ilke Homes has purchased a seven-acre site in Milton Keynes where the company plans to deliver up to 140 highly energy-efficient homes for the local community. Subject to Reserved Matters planning approval from Milton Keynes City Council,...

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Beattie Passive Achieves ISO Boost

5th June 2023

Passivhaus pioneer Beattie Passive, a major offsite manufacturer of modular housing and the first company in the UK to be certified for a complete build system by the Passivhaus Institut in Germany, announced that it has achieved UKAS ISO...

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Baxi Unveils New Prefabricated Heating Solution

4th June 2023

Baxi has supplied a new range of prefabricated understairs heating solutions to Travis Perkins' WholeHouse®, an industry-first platform that allows smaller regional housebuilders and developers across the UK to plan and design a...

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ARV Solutions Gain Investors In People Platinum Accreditation

3rd June 2023

Platinum is the highest level of the standard possible to achieve on the We Invest in People accreditation. ARV Solutions first achieved IIP Gold accreditation in 2016 at the first assessment and has maintained this since. They have...

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QB Technology to deliver modular apartments in Essex

2nd June 2023

QB Technology has secured funding to deliver 22 modular apartments in Southend-on-Sea, Essex The one, two and three bedroom apartments will be delivered using precision-engineered volumetric modules. QB Technology...

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Off-site construction of new £35m hospital for Berwick gets seal of approval

2nd June 2023

The long-awaited new £35m hospital for Berwick is being built one year quicker than traditional construction methods would take. Work is well underway on the new hospital at manufacturing specialist Merit's its offsite manufacturing...

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Setanta Construction Launch 'SoLow' Homes

2nd June 2023

Mid-Ulster based Setanta Construction, is looking towards revolutionising the housing market through the development of low energy, volumetric, Passive certified homes. The company recently unveiled the construction of its...

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New Commercial Timber Guidebook Available

2nd June 2023

To foster cross-sector industry alignment on solutions to ensure the widespread adoption of large-scale mass timber offices, the Built by Nature Fund has awarded a €200,000 grant to a diverse UK consortium focused on unlocking the...

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How big a blow is the closure of L&G’s flagship factory to the prospects of MMC?

1st June 2023

Industry players from Mark Farmer to Mike Leonard reflect on the end of production at L&G's factory in Yorkshire Last month insurance giant Legal & General announced it was stopping production at its timber-frame...

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NG Bailey Appoints New Leader Role

1st June 2023

NG Bailey has appointed Jonathan Stockton to the newly created role of Chief Operating Officer (COO). Clare Salmon, previously Group Financial Controller, has been promoted to Group Finance Director. As COO, Jonathan will...

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IDMH Rebrand as Lighthouse

1st June 2023

One of the UK's leading modular housebuilders – IDMH Limited – has rebranded to Lighthouse. The rebranding marks the start of a new era for the business which has undergone major changes since a restructuring in 2020 that saw Tom...

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Glidevale Protect responds to latest updates published in STA Advice Note 18

31st May 2023

Glidevale Protect, one of the UK's leading manufacturers of external wall breather membranes, welcomes the recent updates to Structural Timber Association's STA Advice Note 18 which highlight the importance of...

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Mulberry Homes Goes MMC

30th May 2023

Mulberry Homes has made its first foray into the world of modern methods of construction (MMC) with a hybrid approach that combines an offsite roofing solution with traditional brick-and-mortar builds. A collaboration with Roofspace...

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London-based modular builder/developer Tide Construction Ltd has posted annual results showing modest growth in both turnover and pre-tax profit

30th May 2023

Tide Construction's turnover for the year to 31st August 2022 was up 6% £177.5m (2021: £166.9m). Pre-tax profit was up 2% to £11.1m (2021: £10.9m). At the year-end, the company's net assets were £74.6m (2021: £64.9m). Tide...

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Low carbon concrete now standard on Laing O’Rourke UK projects

29th May 2023

Laing O'Rourke has announced it is mandating the switch to low carbon concrete on all of its new UK projects. The exclusive use of low carbon concrete from 1 April this year will accelerate the company's progress towards its net zero targets....

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Ibstock and Earth Friendly Concrete form partnership to support ESG ambitions

29th May 2023

Ibstock, a UK leading manufacturer of clay and concrete building products, and Earth Friendly Concrete (EFC) have entered into a new partnership to create ultra-low carbon concrete products. This exciting partnership...

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Decarbonisation for better business

28th May 2023

In some quarters, concrete comes in for much criticism for its lack of sustainability credentials compared to competing materials, but there are many innovative moves being made by industry with low carbon and circularity in mind. ...

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Re-energising prison estates

28th May 2023

Precast concrete has a huge role to play in the construction of new prisons and revitalising the UK's custodial estate. One project at HMP Millsike, York will also see the development of the UK's first 'all-electric' prison. ...

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Superior performance benefits

28th May 2023

Mike Fairey, Managing Director of Fusion Steel Framing, outlines why FusionTRAXTM  – a new non-load-bearing infill walling system – is set to boost the offsite marketplace. Fusion Steel Framing has a clear mission to...

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Getting ahead in the sustainability stakes

27th May 2023

EOS Framing aims to inspire housebuilders to develop homes that are safe and sustainable and, in the last decade, has transitioned from a component supplier to a panelised light steel systems manufacturer that can also incorporate factory...

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Building in better health

27th May 2023

David Clowe, Director and Head of MMC at Turner & Townsend tells us how new hospitals are helping galvanise the wider adoption of offsite construction. Our current economic climate sees us in a period of ‘stagnation’ rather...

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New MMC Moves by Government

26th May 2023

The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) has embarked on a 'Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) Standardisation Research and Kit of Parts' project to develop an open-source kit of parts that will encourage the...

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M-AR’s Growth Recognised in Yorkshire Fastest 50 Awards

26th May 2023

Specialist offsite contractor M-AR has been named as one of the 50 fastest growing companies in Yorkshire. The prestigious Ward Hadaway Yorkshire Fastest 50 Awards, in association with The Yorkshire Post, celebrate growth, innovation and...

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UK government launches plans for the standardisation of MMC in housebuilding

26th May 2023

The UK government has recently appointed a firm to help with the standardisation of MMC for housebuilding in the hope of improving innovation and accessibility in construction It is hoped that a sector-wide standard for MMC in housebuilding...

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Setting the Future Homes Standard

25th May 2023

Arguably one of the first innovations in the UK to surpass the predicted Future Homes Standard, back in 2021 MODULHAUSTM was crowned 'Winner of Winners' at the Offsite Awards. Trevor Richards, Operations Director at VOLUMETRICTM – the...

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Lighten up: why an asset-heavy approach spells trouble for MMC

25th May 2023

The failure of L&G Modular is a real blow for offsite manufacturing, but there is an alternative model that makes more sense, says Chris Spiceley of Modulous The regrettable demise of L&G Modular this month is going to...

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Precast: The heart of modern stadium design

24th May 2023

Precast concrete has been a star player in the construction of sporting venues around the UK. One, perhaps obvious appeal, is precast concrete's robustness and durability. Almost every football and rugby ground, athletics...

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Construction Commences at Moderna Innovation & Technology Centre

24th May 2023

Moderna, Inc. (Nasdaq: MRNA), a biotechnology company pioneering messenger RNA (mRNA) therapeutics and vaccines, has commenced construction of its Moderna Innovation and Technology Centre (MITC) in Harwell, Oxfordshire. The MITC will...

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L&G Modular’s closure shows there’s a limit to the patience of slow capital

24th May 2023

Legal & General's recent withdrawal from the offsite housing market is a wake-up call for policy makers relying on institutions to fund ambitious infrastructure plans, says Simon Rawlinson of Arcadis Legal & General announced its...

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L&G Modular Homes Halts New Production

23rd May 2023

As has been widely reported in the trade press and across the mainstream media, Legal & General has stopped new production at its modular housing factory at Sherburn-in-Elmet, near Leeds with over 450 redundancies expected. The...

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Creative Control - British Offsite

23rd May 2023

British Offsite offers a range of solutions to the complexities of modern housebuilding by utilising best in class modern methods of construction (MMC) alongside traditional construction techniques. High density, urban brownfield...

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Record variety of firms win £600m MMC framework

22nd May 2023

Procurement body LHC has awarded the four-year framework, which is the successor to its offsite construction of recent homes framework – NH2. This involved a dozen firms however the nationwide third generation framework has been...

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Entekra a major player in modular housing, announces closure within two months

22nd May 2023

Lacking investment infusion, U.S. modular housing leviathan Entekra fails. Entekra, one of the leading players in U.S. offsite construction for commercial and residential framing, has announced that it will shut down...

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Housing association vows to continue modular ambitions despite L&G factory issues

19th May 2023

The boss of Vivid has vowed to continue with its strategy of using modular suppliers despite being affected by Legal & General's (L&G) plans to halt production. The 33,000-home association had agreed a five-year joint...

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M-AR will host another offsite manufacturing open day

18th May 2023

M-AR is opening the doors to the head office and offsite manufacturing facility in Hull for an open day on Wednesday 21 June. Attendees will get to see how M-AR operates and share ideas with each other M-AR is an offsite contractor...

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Citu begins work on sustainable £16million MMC scheme

18th May 2023

Leading sustainable developer, Citu, has started construction on a 51-unit MMC scheme of low-energy homes designed using the Passivhaus Principles in Kirkstall, Leeds. The development, with a GDV of £16million, is set on a brownfield...

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Keepmoat commences construction on closed panel timber frame homes in Northstowe

17th May 2023

Keepmoat has begun work on a new site for 300 new homes at Northstowe. The homes will be constructed using a closed panel timber frame technique The building work will start at Stirling Fields after completing a Building Lease with Homes...

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Tide Construction Gets Go-Ahead for ‘The Castle’ Co-Living Scheme

16th May 2023

After Ealing Council referred the 462-home co-living development, the Greater London Authority has given the project the green light Tide Construction has been granted full planning permission...

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Acoustic Comfort with new Rothoblaas’ Products

10th May 2023

Timber is an excellent sound conductor All musicians know this, especially those playing wooden instruments. Often, however, builders commissioning a timber house neglect sound insulation because they consider it unnecessary and...

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DLUHC begins research into developing open-source MMC system

10th May 2023

Akerlof to lead government's efforts to create an original kit of parts solution The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities wants to develop an open-source kit of parts solution to encourage take-up of modern methods of...

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Offsite construction: A blueprint for delivering more with less

9th May 2023

James Withey, managing director of Algeco Offsite, looks at the latest developments in offsite construction and outlines why 2023 is the time for widespread adoption of offsite, starting at the planning and design stages The global...

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Social housing reform sees MMC industry respond with award winning concepts

9th May 2023

As organisations put higher pressure on social housing reform, innovative companies are highlighting solutions ready for Councils to employ. More Housing's The Parker is one of three contenders shaking up the industry as a whole,...

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Solutions for Offsite – Passive & Inter-Module Fire Protection

9th May 2023

For the offsite sector, the focus is not just on building efficiently, but also manufacturing safe and complaint buildings. To achieve this, it is important that offsite manufacturers and their suppliers collaborate at the earliest...

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Future of Modular Construction - New prefab Factory Heralds Transformation of Housebuilding

7th May 2023

Europe's largest modular housing factory being built in Corby as prefabrication transforms...

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L&G’s Modular Troubles a ‘Real Blow’, Admits Government’s MMC Champion

5th May 2023

The government's champion for modern methods of construction (MMC) has admitted that Legal & General's plan to halt production at its offsite factory is a "real blow" for the modular housing market and a "sobering reality...

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How Offsite Construction Methods Measure up When it Comes to Cutting Carbon

5th May 2023

The climate emergency demands a laser focus on reducing carbon emissions across the built environment. So, can offsite construction be used to deliver on our decarbonisation goals? The new report from the Supply Chain Sustainability...

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How can Modern Methods of Construction Improve the Construction process?

28th April 2023

In the simplest terms, Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) describes the use of innovative materials, equipment and techniques to build structures. Its purpose is to reduce project execution time and materials costs, as well as making...

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Concrete Manufacturer Heidelberg Materials Precast Contiga and Metsä Wood Develop new Hybrid Element

27th April 2023

Swedish concrete manufacturer Heidelberg Materials Precast Contiga and Finnish producer of engineered wood products Metsä Wood, have initiated a cross-industry collaboration to capitalise on the benefits of...

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MPBA: On a Mission to Promote Volumetric Modular Technology

27th April 2023

MPBA chief executive Jackie Maginnis discusses the evolution of volumetric modular technology, and what's needed to continue driving the sector forward As the industry looks to address its gender imbalance, Jackie Maginnis was certainly ahead...

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Funding Opportunities to Study at the University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL)

26th April 2023

At CISL, we hope to provide the support required which may otherwise prevent a student from taking the opportunity to join our programmes focused on Sustainability Leadership in the Built Environment. Our scholarships and bursaries...

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Rothoschool – Three Dates in the UK

26th April 2023

If you're not already booked for the UK editions of Rothoschool you're missing the trends of mass timber construction. Glasgow, BE-ST...

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NEW - Wienerberger Launch Manufactured Brick Slips

26th April 2023

Wienerberger UK and Ireland is excited to launch Manufactured Brick Slips a brand-new manufactured brick slip which provides ETICS (External Thermal Insulation Composite System) and EWI (External Wall Insulation) suppliers, pre-cast producers...

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FREE Registration at www.precastexpo.co.uk

26th April 2023

Precast and Masonry Expo 2023 The Precast & Masonry Expo 2023 is the networking event for the Precast and Masonry Sector. Hosted by UK Concrete, MPA Precast & MPA Masonry, taking place at the Leicester Tigers Mattioli Woods...

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Persimmon and Aviva Lead £70m Investment in Modular Housebuilder TopHat

25th April 2023

TopHat, the leading modular house builder, has raised £70 million from new and existing shareholders as the company draws closer to opening Europe's largest modular housing...

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UK’s Largest Modular NHS Outpatient Facility Successfully Delivered via Bespoke Procurement Solution

25th April 2023

Leading financial and commercial solutions provider, SAF Solutions designed the bespoke procurement structure to support the procurement of a modular multi-service outpatient facility at King's College...

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Modular Housebuilder Tophat Secures £70m Investment from Persimmon and Aviva

25th April 2023

Modular housebuilder Tophat has raised a £70m investment from new and existing stakeholders as they move closer to opening Europe's largest modular housing factory in Corby Modular housebuilder Tophat has raised £70m in investment from the...

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ilke Homes to Deliver up to 449 Affordable Homes for The Riverside Group in Kent

24th April 2023

Leading modular house builder ilke Homes is to deliver up to 449 highly energy-efficient homes in partnership with the housing association The Riverside Group.  Subject to Reserved Matters planning approval from Thanet District...

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How can modular Construction Tackle the Housing Crisis?

24th April 2023

An award-winning modular housing specialist is providing a sustainable solution to tackling fuel poverty, homelessness and rough sleeping As the cost-of-living crisis and soaring energy prices put increasing pressure on the most vulnerable in...

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Five leading modular housing schemes

24th April 2023

Greenford Quay, Ealing One of the UK's largest build-to-rent schemes, Greenford Quay in west London will provide over 2,000 apartments, with 1,439 available to rent from Greystar. Modular housing supplier Vision and...

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How Offsite Fabrication can Relieve Pressure on Contractors

21st April 2023

MMC solutions- such as offsite fabrication- could help the supply chain meet ever-increasing targets of efficiency and sustainability, says Adam Cafer, Advantage service manager at drainage and supply systems manufacturer Polypipe Building...

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Portakabin and Darwin Group Expand Healthcare Capability

20th April 2023

Modular building market leader Portakabin has today announced the acquisition of healthcare modular buildings specialist Darwin Group in a move that will offer significant benefits to healthcare providers across the UK. ...

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New Report Shines Light on Offsite's Carbon Reduction Potential

19th April 2023

A new report, published by the Supply Chain Sustainability School, reveals that 9 significant opportunities exist for offsite manufacturers to help their clients in their drive for low carbon...

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Connect Modular Delivers The First six Traveller Amenity Blocks to Site

18th April 2023

Connect Modular, part of The Wee House Group, a leading provider of modular construction solutions, has delivered the first six amenity blocks to the Clinterty Travelling Persons site in Aberdeen. These amenity blocks will provide essential...

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Attainable Net Zero Goals

16th April 2023

John Charles, General Manager at NG Bailey Offsite Manufacture, explains how the company is embedding a net zero mindset into factory-based design and delivery. At NG Bailey we have been pioneering offsite construction since the...

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Vision of the Future

15th April 2023

As part of a wider project designed to accelerate progress towards low carbon and net zero housing, the pioneering eHome2 concept house built using offsite technology at Salford University will soon enter an intensive testing period. ...

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Modular Routes and Funding Options

14th April 2023

Ecology Building Society is launching the UK's first dedicated mortgage for modular construction homes – could this be a pivotal moment for offsite construction? Although initially aimed at the self-build and custom-build market,...

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Creating a new Construction Model

13th April 2023

The Birmingham National Conference Centre (NCC) on the 7-8 February, saw the fifth Modular Matters event take place with delegates benefiting from two days of discussion about the most efficient ways to transform the UK built...

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MTX Named on CCS Framework

12th April 2023

Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) specialist MTX has been named as a supplier on Crown Commercial Service's new £10billion Offsite Construction Solutions Framework. The new framework agreement broadens the premanufactured...

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From Mining Community to Net Zero

11th April 2023

The Hart School in Rugeley has recently completed a new, highly efficient development with sustainable experts, Net Zero Buildings using a panelised timber offsite method. Less than two miles from Lea Hall Colliery, a...

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Model Sustainable Building Design

10th April 2023

Martin Elze, Associate Director at Buro Happold, illustrates how EDGE Suedkreuz – the largest modular timber-hybrid building in Germany – holds some structural, MEP and sustainability lessons for UK designers. Climate change...

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Offsite Ambitions

9th April 2023

After a record year in 2022, Benx Facades remains optimistic for continued growth in 2023 with more work in the offsite sector firmly in its sights. Although a housebuilding slowdown is likely this year, the company remains...

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Opportunities for LSF Expansion

8th April 2023

The UK Procurement Bill will have many implications for the UK's built environment and should play to the strengths of an offsite-delivered light steel frame approach. With UK public spending reaching over £300billion per year,...

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Building Safer by Design

7th April 2023

After receiving Royal Assent in April 2022, the Building Safety Act covers a raft of changes for housebuilders and developers to integrate into project development. EOS explains how their systems respond to the new regulations. It...

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Does the M&E Delivery Approach for Modular Buildings Mean we will no Longer need the RIBA Plan of Work?

6th April 2023

At the ASHRAE conference for global heating, industry members discussed the advantages of the M&E delivery approach for modular buildings over the RIBA Plan of Work stages At the conference, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) and...

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Radical Construction Change

6th April 2023

Merit has completed the UK's first CAR-T cell manufacturing facility for Autolus Therapeutics in record time using its offsite POD production approach. Merit have developed a proprietary DfM&A Platform design through...

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Modular House Builder to Deliver 140 Energy-Efficient Homes in Milton Keynes

5th April 2023

Leading modular house builder ilke Homes plans to deliver 140 energy-efficient homes on their recently purchased seven-acre site in Milton Keynes, as part of a wide 4,330-home masterplan Pending Reserved Matters planning approval from Milton...

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Shaping up with Steel

5th April 2023

Focus on Framing, hosted by the Light Steel Frame Association, returns to The Building Centre in London on Tuesday 25 April, for what promises to be one of the cornerstone events of the offsite calendar. The event will see Light...

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