Latest projections from the Building Cost Information Service (BCIS) forecast building costs will increase by a predicted 14 per cent over the next five years to 1Q2031, while tender prices will rise by 15 per cent over the same period. ...

The new edition of the landmark guide will reflect latest sustainability standards, regulations and industry best practice. The BCO (British Council for Offices) has announced the commissioning of a major update to its ‘Good Practice in the Selection of Construction ...

Helen Ogden has been appointed to the role of Procurement Director at Homes for Students (HfS). Ogden joins the business with over 18 years of experience in procurement and energy strategy within the real estate industry. In her new role, ...

WPS Facilities Management, part of Wates Group, has won a three-year, multi-million-pound, hard FM contract with Landmark Space to maintain its portfolio of high-end offices, expanding one of WPS’ biggest sectors. The contract with options to extend for up to ...

Last night at Vision Hall in London, Sodexo announced the winners of their Cook for Change competition. Consisting of nine finalist chefs from eight countries, Sodexo’s culinary challenge champions a commitment to healthier and more sustainable food and celebrates creativity ...

Serco has won a seven-year contract to provide in-service support for the British Army’s fleet of 512 marine vessels, commencing in April 2026. The Army’s fleet delivers troops, transport equipment and supplies on ship to shore deployments in a range ...

FM provider, Coat Facilities Group, has bolstered its senior management teams as part of its ambitious growth plans. Recently acquired by Tendra Technical Services, Coat comprises of five companies, each specialising in a specific area of facilities management. The group ...

The latest research from independent property consultancy, BPS London, has revealed that just 18.2 per cent of commercial property opportunities currently listed for sale across London have secured a buyer, highlighting a highly selective investment landscape across the capital. BPS ...

UK construction mergers and acquisitions specialist, Bradley Lay, is calling for immediate action as energy shock, supply chain disruption and investment slowdown risk another wave of insolvencies. Bradley Lay, Co-founder of Peak Capital Group and Principal of a UK-based family ...

Atlas has launched a new specialist business focused on supporting the smooth, safe and welcoming operation of retail and leisure destinations across the UK. Working across shopping centres, retail parks, leisure parks and mixed-use destinations, Atlas Retail delivers cleaning, security ...