The festive atmosphere at 8 Fitzroy Street set the stage for serious discussions as BUILDOFFSITE members gathered to mark the end of the year and celebrate the organisation’s 20th anniversary. This final event of 2024 brought together leading voices in construction innovation, including keynote speaker Stephen Wightman, UK MMC Lead…
Read moreThe UK Government has announced a £3 billion housing guarantee scheme, unlocking affordable loans to accelerate the construction of 1.5 million new homes by 2029. This landmark initiative is set to transform the housing landscape, and modular offsite construction companies are perfectly positioned to lead the charge. Key Opportunities for…
Read moreVolumetric Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) represent a transformative solution for addressing the UK’s housing shortage, including the ambitious goal of building 300,000 homes annually. However, despite its potential, volumetric MMC faces several challenges that must be tackled to unlock its full benefits. This is outlined in this research piece…
Read moreYesterday, BUILDOFFSITE (BOS) proudly submitted its response to the UK Government's Green Paper. As champions of offsite construction and Modern Methods of Construction (MMC), we’ve condensed our detailed 8-page response into this quick-read summary. Who We Are Founded in 2004, BUILDOFFSITE is a non-profit dedicated to driving the adoption of…
Read moreThis year’s London Build Expo proved to be a powerhouse of ideas, discussions, and insights, with the BUILDOFFSITE community leading several pivotal sessions. From tackling waste and sustainability to redefining diverse living needs, the event highlighted the transformative potential of Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) and the role of technology…
Read moreWhat do you see when you look at structures? BOS member, Screening Eagle Technologies, is on a mission to help you see what others don’t with powerful insights from sensors, software and data. In a recent article featured in Business Focus Magazine, Screening Eagle discusses how to gain valuable structural…
Read moreBuildoffsite is excited to welcome Bio-SIP™ (Biological-based Structural Insulated Panels) as its newest member. Bio-SIP™ offers an innovative, eco-friendly solution for the construction industry, utilising post-consumer waste, such as recycled plastic bottles, for insulation cores, paired with natural fibre skins for structural facings. This approach provides a sustainable, energy-efficient alternative to traditional…
Read moreStelling Properties, a BOS member, was presented with the award for Best Use of Volumetric Technology for its groundbreaking project to restore and revive a historic site in the centre of Southampton. Its R&D team won the Product Innovation Award in collaboration with Aalter for the Stelling Properties Building Configurator.…
Read moreBOS Innovation Hub Challenge is now in it's second year. This year’s finals were held at Offsite Expo offering a dynamic platform where industry leaders, innovators, and enthusiasts came together to explore the future of sustainable construction. The challenge offered participants the opportunity to showcase their ground-breaking initiatives, with a…
Read moreWe are thrilled to announce Abode Industries as the newest members of the BOS community following their remarkable victory in the BOS Innovation Hub Challenge at Offsite Expo. Abode Industries, led by John Arthur and Prof. Robert Barker, stands at the forefront of construction technology with their revolutionary building systems…
Read moreWe are thrilled to reflect on an amazing two days at this year’s Offsite Expo! It’s a powerful reminder that, even with limited resources, a not-for-profit organisation like BUILDOFFSITE can lead the conversation, share valuable insights, and inspire real change in a competitive, resource-heavy industry like construction. A big thank…
Read moreA ground-breaking modular housing project led by Deborah Smyth is set to address Ireland's urgent need for social and affordable housing. By leveraging Modern Methods of Construction (MMC), this initiative aims to deliver six high-quality, one-bedroom modular homes for the Approved Housing Body Tiglin Challenge, showcasing a new approach to…
Read moreIn an era where sustainability is more than a buzzword but a necessity, AgriCycle Innovation Ltd is driven by the profound need to transform how we approach construction. The construction industry, traditionally reliant on finite resources, has long contributed to environmental degradation. However, by shifting towards using local agricultural waste…
Read moreA diverse group of industry stakeholders and BUILDOFFSITE members met in Sheppard Robson’s Camden office on Thursday 18 July to discuss the relevance of the current Manifesto, Collaborating for Impact. Given we are celebrating the fact that it is 20 years since BOS was set up and a new Government…
Read moreOffsite Expo is one of the premier UK events that showcases the accomplishments of product designers, architects and manufacturers specialising in offsite technologies and employing modern methods of construction. As the industry’s staple event for offsite construction, it serves as a unique platform for collaboration across the industry’s sector. The…
Read moreWe are delighted to announce the newest addition to our BOS community – London Prefab! As a leader in promoting innovation and excellence in construction, BOS continues to expand its network with companies that share our commitment to advancing the industry. London Prefab has revolutionised Prefabricated Utility Cupboards (PUCs) with…
Read moreA £12m regeneration scheme underway by modular construction specialists Stelling Properties to restore and revive a historic site in the centre of Southampton, has reached a major construction milestone. The installation phase for all 121 studio apartments, which were manufactured and fully fitted out offsite, has now been completed on…
Read moreWe are thrilled to share exciting news from the forefront of sustainable construction! BIOHAUS®, from our new member HEMSPAN have created an innovative bio-based MMC CAT 2 panellised building system, this has achieved a significant milestone by securing accreditation from BOPAS (BuildOffsite Property Assurance Scheme) for buildings up to three storeys.…
Read moreThe BOS Innovation Hub Challenge will return to Offsite Expo on 17-18 September 2024 where the focus remains on highlighting pioneering sustainable solutions. Last year's Challenge at UK Construction Week was a testament to the growing importance of sustainability in the construction industry. With winners Techno Metal Post and minimass…
Read moreCIRIA and BOS, as members of the Agricycle Nexus Consortium, recently attended the Incredible Husk Realisation event. This event showcased the transformation of waste into construction materials using the Wilson System and non-synthetic binders. The process converts bio food waste, plastic bottles, cardboard, paper, and metal bits into biofuel and…
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