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Project Scotland kicked off the year with a great feature on Scotland's construction sector, with insights from a number of industry leaders including our very own Susan Jackson 🗣️ Hit the link to read the full article and see what sector stakeholders predict for the year ahead ⏩ https://lnkd.in/euGs4J5t. #construction #builtenvironment #housing #passivhaus #affordablehousing

🏗️ Global Construction Industry Updates: Australia's Housing Crisis 🇦🇺 is in full swing, and it's making waves! Dive into the latest trends, challenges, and solutions impacting the housing market. 🏡 For more insights, visit our website: https://lnkd.in/g3zDGsJV 🌐 #ConstructionIndustry #HousingCrisis #Australia #GlobalUpdates #ConstructionNews #RealEstateTrends #HousingMarket #ConstructionJobs #IndustryInsights #ConstructionProfessionals #ConstructionUpdates #BuildingTheFuture #RealEstateAustralia

Irish Construction Industry Updates From housing shortages to the push for sustainable development, our latest update covers everything you need to know about Ireland’s booming construction sector. 🔗 Read the full report on our website: https://bit.ly/4ehAeQO #ConstructionIndustry #SustainableDevelopment #HousingCrisis

Since the introduction of the government's Temporary Development Contribution Waiver Scheme, an additional 8,878 residential units were commenced between March 2023 and February 2024 compared to the preceding 12-month period. Due to expire on 24 April, Savills Ireland is today advocating for an extension of the scheme for at least another year. Given prevailing high construction costs, high interest rates, and systemic planning challenges and delays, this extension will support the delivery of more homes by allowing for the realistic timelines required for large-scale developments. Read more: https://lnkd.in/egV3DPQm

Work is underway on a £18.9 million zero-gas affordable housing development at Newstead in South East Sheffield. North of England contractor, Esh Construction, is delivering 77 new homes with enhanced sustainability credentials on behalf of Sheffield City Council. Read more: https://bit.ly/4it6lRa #housing #development

📈 Canadian Construction Industry Outlook: 2025-2028 🏗️ The Canadian construction industry is projected to grow 2% annually from 2025 to 2028, with significant growth expected in residential housing. This expansion is driven by the government’s commitment to addressing the housing deficit by constructing new affordable homes by 2030. This growth presents exciting opportunities for innovation and development within the sector, as we work towards creating more accessible and sustainable housing solutions. 🔗 Dive into the details of this projection here: https://bit.ly/3XqYTw1 #ConstructionGrowth #ResidentialHousing #AffordableHousing #IndustryTrends #PGCM

🌍 The UK: A Global Construction Leader 🏗️ A recent analysis by Pinsent Masons confirms the UK’s role as a global leader in construction, leveraging sustainable practices and advanced infrastructure solutions to build the cities of tomorrow. As the United Kingdom Development Corp, we’re committed to delivering projects that not only meet today’s needs but also set standards for the future of urban development. From smart city innovations to eco-friendly infrastructure, we’re proud to be part of this journey. Read the full analysis below - https://lnkd.in/e2RaHjki Email Us For Partnership Opportunities - enquiries@ukdevelopmentcorp.com #ukhousing #inwardinvestment #economicgrowth #UrbanRegeneration #sustainabledevelopment #UKConstruction #Innovation #GlobalImpact #UKDevelopment

Contractor Galliford Try is strategically re-entering the affordable housing market as a key element of its new sustainable growth strategy aimed at driving the company forward until 2030. This decision aligns with industry trends towards sustainability and social responsibility, as highlighted in a recent market announcement. CEO Bill Hocking emphasised the importance of affordable housing in the company's future operations and outlined key details of the 2030 plan. The company's strategic approach includes investments in renewable energy, modern construction techniques, and collaborations with local authorities and housing associations. Galliford Try aims to utilise its construction expertise to deliver high-quality, energy-efficient homes at a scale that can significantly impact the housing shortage in the UK. Furthermore, by exploring innovative technologies, the company seeks to reduce its environmental footprint without compromising affordability. Stakeholders have positively received Hocking's announcement, viewing it as a proactive step towards addressing the crucial need for affordable housing and contributing to the broader goal of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. Galliford Try's renewed focus on affordable housing is expected to strengthen its competitive position and ensure its market relevance in the upcoming decade.

A plan for WA’s first Government-led build-to-rent project has been granted planning approval. #projectory #projectleads #majorprojects #construction #buildtorent #affordablehousing #socialhousing #urbanregeneration #housingdevelopment #WesternAustralia #Perth #highdensityhousing #communitydevelopment #sustainableliving #housinginfrastructure #disabilityaccommodation #governmentprojects #residentialdevelopment #sitepreparation #economicgrowth

Insights from the recent ‘Decoding the Future Homes Standard’ session at UK Construction Week from our Technical Divisional Director, Steven Marshall: The panel delved into the government's Future Homes Standard consultation: •The overwhelming consensus was the proposed options did not adequately address sustainability in the new build housing market. •It was agreed by everyone that not improving the building's fabric performance was a missed opportunity. •Challenges were highlighted in transitioning to fully electric housing in the short to medium term, due to lacking infrastructure, manufacturing capabilities, and a skilled workforce. •They advocated a re-evaluation post the general election to create a more robust plan. We hope you found the discussion interesting if you were there? #OaHub #CollaborationIsKey #GalaxyInsulation #UKConstructionweek #FutureHomesStandard