City of London Corporation Approves Plans for 1 Undershaft, Set to Become the Tallest Building in the City Dec 13, 2024 The City of London Corporation has officially approved plans for 1 Undershaft, a 74-storey skyscraper that will rise 309.6 meters (1,015.8 feet), matching The Shard as the tallest building in the UK. The landmark project will add approximately 1.7 million square feet of prime office space to London’s financial district. 1 Undershaft will stand 309.6 […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Wates announce UKREiiF 2025 pavilion Dec 11, 2024 Wates has announced its involvement with The UK’s Real Estate Investment & Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF), which is set to take place between 20-22 May 2025, in Leeds. The Wates Group is a leading privately-owned company specialising in construction, development, and property services. With a workforce of nearly 4,000, Wates partners with a diverse range of […] Posted by: Deividas Krupstas Read more
University of Warwick invests £700m in West Midlands campus Oct 16, 2024 The University of Warwick has unveiled a £700m investment in its West Midlands campus as part of its ambitious Connect Programme. This is the largest single investment in campus facilities across its entire 60-year history. The unprecedented investment will focus on the Social Sciences and STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) and will facilitate an expansion in interdisciplinary education […] Posted by: Deividas Krupstas Read more
Barratt Developments and Redrow Complete £2.5 Billion Merger Oct 7, 2024 Barratt Developments and Redrow have today announced the successful completion of their £2.5 billion merger, following final approval from the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA). This strategic union creates a new leading force in the UK housing market, with the combined entity to be known as Barratt Redrow. The merger, which has been in […] Posted by: Deividas Krupstas Read more
Schneider Electric to invest £42 million in new manufacturing site in North Yorkshire Sep 10, 2024 Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, is investing £42 million in a new manufacturing facility in Scarborough, North Yorkshire. The new facility at Scarborough Business Park has been developed by Caddick, which has also acted as principal contractor throughout the construction phase. Schneider Electric will relocate from its […] Posted by: Deividas Krupstas Read more
ISG Nears Sale as Parent Company Cathexis Finalises Deal Jul 5, 2024 ISG, the sixth-largest UK contractor, is on the verge of being sold by its parent company, Cathexis, after eight years of ownership. The potential buyer, who has not yet been named, is expected to invest heavily in the business. Cathexis Chief Operating Officer and ISG Chairman Matt Roche communicated to stakeholders that the sale is […] Posted by: David Gilbank Read more
Development Opportunities on the Horizon in Flintshire? Jul 5, 2024 Development opportunities could be on the horizon in Flintshire as the county council invites residents to participate in early-stage public consultations, signalling development opportunities for four town centres: Connah’s Quay, Flint, Mold, and Queensferry. The local authority is encouraging residents to contribute to the creation of seven ‘Place Making Plans’ for town centres across Flintshire […] Posted by: David Gilbank Read more
Belfast Harbour’s £60m City Quays 5 Project Approved Jun 28, 2024 Belfast Harbour has received planning permission to proceed with the construction of a nine-storey building, the latest addition to its City Quays project. The development, which will primarily consist of office space, will feature hospitality facilities on the top floor and retail units on the ground floor. This marks the fourth phase of the City […] Posted by: David Gilbank Read more
£24.3 Million Revamp Propels Lowestoft Towards Cultural Hub Status May 3, 2024 A bold vision to revitalise Lowestoft’s town centre with an injection of £24.3 million aims to usher in a new era of vibrancy and cultural prominence, as plans for the ambitious Cultural Quarter undergo scrutiny this month. The transformative project, bolstered by a significant investment, envisions the creation of state-of-the-art amenities including a new 80-seater […] Posted by: David Gilbank Read more
One To Watch: Yeovil Shopping Centre to be Demolished by Somerset Council May 1, 2024 Somerset Council has unveiled plans to allocate up to £1 million for the demolition of a shopping centre as part of the ongoing Yeovil Refresh regeneration initiative. The Yeovil Refresh program, spearheaded by South Somerset District Council, aims to future-proof the Yeovil town centre through various projects aimed at enhancing its appeal to residents, visitors, […] Posted by: David Gilbank Read more
