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R&D departments must prepare for surge in activity
An Ayming report reveals funding boost for global R&D teams but outlines complacency on talent from business leaders. -
Hong Kong bridge wins people’s vote as world’s best 2019 civil engineering project
The 55km Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge wins people’s vote for world’s best 2019 civil engineering project. -
Interserve appoints new commercial director for construction
Interserve have appointed Ben Edwards as commercial director of UK construction. -
Railway Industry Association launches RAIL 2050 manifesto
The RIA sets out the industry’s key asks as the UK heads towards a general election. -
Bovis Homes agrees £1.1bn deal to buy Galliford Try housing arm
Bovis Homes agrees £1.1bn deal to buy Galliford Try’s housing and regeneration arm. -
Sirius Minerals seeks $600m funding for Yorkshire mine
Sirius Minerals in talks with potential investors as it seeks to get its £3bn polyhalite mine project back on track. -
Crossrail delayed again until 2021, as costs rise by up to £650m
Software development for the signalling and train systems and the complex assurance and handover process cited as two critical reasons for the latest delay. -
More than half of rail businesses expect industry to stagnate in 2020, new poll says
Newly published poll by RIA finds that more than half of rail businesses expect rail industry to stagnate or contract in 2020. -
Engineers need to “do the right thing” to reassure public, says new ICE president
In the face of public scrutiny, it is increasingly important for engineers to demonstrate that they are competent throughout their careers, says new ICE president. -
Brexit uncertainty constrains construction sector optimism, says new RICS survey
The uncertain outlook for the UK economy has led to reduced optimism, according to the latest RICS UK construction and infrastructure market survey.