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The UK construction sector generates £14 billion through plant hire, supporting 195,000 jobs. But government decarbonisation policy is pushing this industry into what sailors call a 'no-go zone' – sailing directly into Force 10 gales where forward progress becomes impossible.   Government policy is fixated on a utopian vision of zero emissions everywhere. While admirable in theory, this narrative is disconnected from reality and risks stalling progress in construction decarbo

A Supplier's Guide to Effective Tender Responses 📈 As a supplier, you might think that the difference between writing a winning bid and a losing one hinges solely on the solution you're offering. In reality, mastering the art of bid writing requires key tactics to ensure your tender submission reflects the true quality of your work. This supplier guide outlines seven essential ways to help you achieve higher tender scoring and better win rates, transforming your tender respo

In the installation and construction world, no one wakes up, spots a single advert and immediately signs off a six figure project. Buying decisions are slower, more thoughtful and often involve a fair amount of head scratching from several people. This means effective marketing is never a one hit wonder. Instead, it is more like guiding someone through a well lit path. At first they barely know you exist, then they start recognising your name, then they begin to trust that yo

In the construction and installation industry, the conversation around Artificial Intelligence (AI)  tends to focus on its operational benefits: smart scheduling, predictive maintenance, and site robotics. While these applications are genuinely exciting, a recent, insightful publication from Norton Rose Fulbright reveals a far more fundamental truth for our sector: AI is serving as a powerful catalyst, driving an unprecedented global demand for advanced physical infrastructur

Across the UK construction sector, interest in low-emission sites is growing. Contractors face increasing pressure from clients, local authorities, developers and sustainability frameworks, and electric machinery is one option to reduce the local environmental impact of building works. It helps contractors comply with clean-air policies, positions them competitively for tenders with strict sustainability criteria, and signals environmental responsibility. But despite these in

If you work with structural steel in the UK, you’ve probably heard of BS EN 1090 .Maybe you know it as a standard you “need to comply with,” but what does achieving BS EN 1090 Certification  actually mean in practice? BS EN 1090  isn’t just another box-ticking exercise. It’s a legal requirement for all structural steelwork, and more importantly, it’s a framework that separates businesses that build to standard from those that set the standard. This guide breaks down what BS E

The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) offers vital Construction Industry Training Board Funding to support UK construction sector employers in developing their workforce. By collecting the industry training levy and reinvesting it through various schemes, CITB aims to build a skilled, competent, and safe workforce for the future. Here’s an enhanced look at the major CITB Grants and the innovative CITB Employer Networks designed to simplify access and direct local tr

The UK economic landscape in late 2025 tells a story of stabilisation—but beneath the surface, a "perfect storm" continues to batter the construction sector. Official figures for September 2025 show the total number of registered company insolvencies in England and Wales sitting at 2,000, roughly mirroring the levels seen in August 2025 and September 2024. While overall numbers are stable, a closer look at industry breakdown reveals a troubling vulnerability at the heart of t

The installation and construction sectors are changing fast, driven by new technologies and a rising demand for eco-friendly solutions. For businesses generating over £1M, navigating this landscape offers challenges and opportunities. The Installation Collective (TIC) is here to help ambitious installation and construction companies, along with their suppliers, advisors, and investors. TIC is more than just another trade show; it’s a targeted platform for partnerships, offeri