Plans launched for 900 new homes in Milton Keynes Jan 16, 2019 A major new residential development in Milton Keynes is set to be officially launched this week, which could house more than 900 new homes. The 45 hectare site, once earmarked as a potential training ground for Milton Keynes Dons FC, will now officially go out to the public for consultation to showcase the proposed plans. […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
Exclusive Q&A; Developing cities to be smart – Siemens Jan 15, 2019 Sarah Handley, Carbon Neutral Programme Manager at Siemens, is set to speak at the Smart Cities Development Conference on the 6th February. Ahead of the event we hear exclusively from Sarah on the exceptional work Siemens is doing within the market as one of the leading smart city providers. Siemens is at the forefront […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
WSP on the Oxford Cambridge Arc Corridor – strategic priorities, delivery mechanisms and more Jan 15, 2019 Adrian Hames, Director & Head of Transport Planning at WSP: The Oxford to Cambridge Arc continues to be a ‘hot’ topic, with many parties discussing the region’s growth potential. Bringing partners together is a must if we are to tackle the challenges and enable delivery, so we’re excited to help drive the conversation at the […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
Exclusive Developer Q&A: Ed Ellerington, Packaged Living Jan 15, 2019 Packaged Living, backed by Palmer Capital, are a bespoke Build to Rent (B2R) developer and operator at the forefront of the Private Rented Sector (PRS). Having formed last year they’re now looking to develop across the UK – with their first major project at the heart of the proposed Oxford-Cambridge Corridor in Milton Keynes. Ahead […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
Bridge funding shortfall stymies Science Park plan Jan 10, 2019 Lack of local infrastructure is stymying the growth of a showpiece science and technology park, which has attracted £100m worth of investment commitments from the Government. Steven Sensecall, Head of Planning at consultancy Carter Jonas, said that plans to expand Culham Science Centre are being stymied by Oxfordshire Highways effective moratorium on any new development […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
Morgan Sindall; the hallmarks of world-class frameworks Jan 8, 2019 Early contractor involvement, multiple procurement routes, and open communication: the hallmarks of world-class frameworks – by Morgan Sindall Construction & Infrastructure What are the hallmarks of a world-class framework? What has driven their proliferation over the past decade? And how can innovation shape the framework model moving forward? These were questions put to senior […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
SmithsonHill Group Exclusive; CaMKOx Corridor Jan 8, 2019 Ahead of the Oxford Cambridge Corridor Development Conference we hear exclusively from Emma Fletcher, Managing Director at SmithsonHill, on the exciting opportunities the OxMkCam corridor presents and the major developments they’re undertaking: One could argue that the Oxford – Milton Keynes – Cambridge corridor represents the key Innovation Areas in the heartland of the […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
Conference to drive smart and sustainable development and regeneration Jan 6, 2019 On the 6th February, prominent business and public-sector leaders will come together in Oxford for the inaugural Smart Cities Development Conference – the largest business conference of the year focused on driving and unlocking smart regeneration and development across the UK. The conference, hosted by Built Environment Networking, will see some of the biggest names […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
UK Construction & Property Events Worth Attending in 2019 Jan 1, 2019 The construction and property industry is in a fascinating place. On one side there is major disruption and uncertainty with skills, housing, BREXIT and more creating massive challenges which need to be overcome. On the other hand innovative smart solutions are offering ways to combat barriers, whilst ambitious infrastructure projects including HS2, Northern Powerhouse Rail […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
New year, new construction solution as unique multi-regional framework set for UK launch Dec 27, 2018 From 1st January 2019, the public sector will have access to a gold standard service in a unique framework that offers the very best in standards at a local level – a bundle never before assembled on such a scale to SME construction organisations across the UK. Pagabo, the construction procurement specialists, will launch and […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more