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A new survey from Ipsos has revealed that engineers are the second most trusted professionals in Great Britain, with 90% of people expressing faith in their honesty.
Engineers move up to second among Britain’s most trusted professions
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Measuring and sharing social value can scale-up its benefits – everyone can learn from the best
The new government has wasted no time in spelling out its ambitions to attract investment to achieve growth. But ‘growth’ doesn’t only have to be about boosting UK GDP – it also represents a huge opportunity to leave a positive and sustainable legacy in terms of social value. Construction can…
Companies involved in Saudi’s Neom warned about ‘political and reputational risks’
Firms involved in Neom should consider the “political and reputational risks” of association with the giga-project in Saudi Arabia, according to a new report from human rights group ALQST.
UK Export Finance offers new guarantee to help British firms secure international contracts
The UK’s export credit agency, UK Export Finance (UKEF), has launched a new product aimed at aiding British companies in securing international contracts.
Interview: Tony Gee’s new leadership and structure will forge assured growth path for group
Tony Gee has announced Alasdair Fowler’s appointment to the newly created post of CEO, a move taken as part of a wider leadership restructure for the group that will ensure continued growth of the business, he told NCE.
UK contractors lagging behind German, French and Spanish contractors on sustainability
UK building and construction contractors are lagging behind on sustainability efforts compared to similar European neighbours, according to a report by L.E.K. Consulting.
UK construction output sees continued growth while infrastructure order book booms
The UK construction industry displayed a slight growth of 0.1% in September 2024, according to the latest figures from the Office of National Statistics (ONS), with infrastructure showing some of the healthiest returns.
Neom CEO departs Saudi project following bad behaviour, uncertainty and worker deaths
Neom CEO Nadhmi Al-Nasr has left the Saudi Arabian giga-project following reports about his bad behaviour and uncertainty about the viability of the development.
Billions to be made available for UK infrastructure via megafunds in major pension reform
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced plans to consolidate existing pension schemes into megafunds, aiming to channel billions into new businesses and infrastructure projects.
Engineering excellence to support Edinburgh’s ‘hotel boom’
In my role at Will Rudd, and having spent my whole career based in Edinburgh, I have had the opportunity to witness the remarkable resilience and growth of its hospitality sector. Our city’s hotel industry has bounced back from the challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic and positioned itself as…