We are thrilled to welcome DataForm Lab (DFL), a pioneering company in construction automation, to the BUILDOFFSITE community! DFL has successfully raised £1.1m in seed funding led by Marathon Venture Capital. This investment will accelerate their mission to integrate automation in off-site construction, unlocking capacity and boosting efficiency. Why Automation…
Read moreOn Tuesday, 11th June, a pivotal event "Developer Services " focusing on the intersection of development and water management took place, sponsored by EPS Water. In collaboration with CIRIA, BUILDOFFSITE, Future Water, and other key stakeholders, the UK Developer Services Event with a Water Focus convened professionals from various sectors…
Read moreDr Andy Moores, Research Director at CIRIA, summarises the key outcomes from CIRIA’s recent Annual Lecture. This week CIRIA held its 3rd Annual Lecture, kindly hosted by Arcadis in London. With a full house, delegates at this BOS and CIRIA Member exclusive event heard from guest speakers Prof Jim Hall,…
Read moreThe Future Water Awards took place on 18 March 2024 and welcomed the speakers Jason Kee from the Canadian High Commission, Alastair Moseley of Department for Business and Trade, Peter Barden from Brave Blue World Studios, and Katie Alcott from Frank Water. Future Water Association, a leading organisation driving transformation…
Read moreStelling Properties are delighted to announce the completion of their latest project in Southampton—a modular off-site student housing development—in collaboration with OB Architecture. They're thrilled to see this project come to fruition after navigating the challenges of planning permission and working closely with OB Architecture to optimize the scheme for…
Read moreOn 13 March, the Building Offsite Solutions (BOS) online seminar delved into the intricate world of fire safety and building regulations within Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) structures. Three esteemed speakers Dr Jennifer Charlson (Infrastructure Projects Authority), Samantha Fearnley (Vista Insurance Brokers) and Chris Miles (Fire Protection Association), shared invaluable…
Read moreIn our recent workshop titled "Unlocking the Future of Construction Decision-Making", industry experts and stakeholders gathered to delve into the complexities of offsite construction and Modern Methods of Construction (MMC). The session was marked by robust discussions and invaluable insights that shed light on the challenges and opportunities in this…
Read moreBOS member, Screening Eagle Technologies recently participated at Bridges 2024, a premier event for the industry, focusing on sustainability and resilience of infrastructure. The star of the show was undoubtedly the GS9000 multichannel subsurface mapping GPR for bridge deck scanning. The capabilities of this system is unlike anything that has…
Read moreGreencore Homes, a housebuilder constructing low carbon and energy efficient homes, has secured a further £30 million from M&G Investments. The equity investment will be used to drive significant expansion, initially by targeting land acquisitions across the South East of England to complement existing sites underway. Since M&G’s initial £15…
Read moreEarlier this month, C-Probe and its strategic partner for BeNeLux & Germany (Binders for Concrete, B4C) undertook successful trials with Scholz and Convez to assess the capacity for C-Probe’s LoCem® geopolymer concrete and mortars to assimilate coloring pigments and structural polypropylene fibres into these mixes. Taking advantage of LoCem® properties…
Read moreA call for an industry route-map Designing reinforced concrete for climate change resilience Chris Atkins, Mott MacDonald Nigel Fraser, BUILDOFFSITE 18 March 2024 It is widely accepted that climate change is caused by the increasing level of atmospheric CO2 which has increased by 30% since the ISO equations were developed…
Read moreOn March 13th, the Building Offsite Solutions (BOS) online seminar delved into the intricate world of fire safety and building regulations within Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) structures. Three esteemed speakers Dr Jennifer Charlson [Infrastructure Projects Authority], Samantha Fearnley [Vista Insurance Brokers] and Chris Miles [Fire Protection Association], shared…
Read moreDelivering high-quality, affordable, and sustainable housing solutions. DME Modular Ireland (Modular Express) is about to launch its first-ever net zero modular home scheme in the vibrant Bluebell area of Dublin. DME Modular Ireland [Modular Express] specialises in the design and supply of 3D volumetric modular homes. These innovative homes are…
Read more21 March | 09:30 – 11:30 | Virtual workshop We're thrilled to invite you to an exclusive workshop where we'll be introducing a groundbreaking tool set to transform decision-making in the construction industry. The software promises to simplify the complex decision-making process, particularly for those new to Modern Methods of…
Read moreThe community is delighted to announce the newest member: Incredible Husk International! With a rich history dating back to the 70s, Incredible Husk brings a legacy of innovation and sustainability to the global network. Where They Began: Incredible Husk's journey began with a visionary inventor witnessing the environmental devastation caused…
Read moreBOS Member, Screening Eagle Technologies recently announced the release of several exciting new solutions to protect the built environment including the revolutionary multichannel GPR system, GS9000. Before any project commences and to maintain existing infrastructure, it is crucial to survey the subsurface on-site to identify any issues defects or hidden…
Read moreOffering unrivalled access to leading industry pioneers, demonstrators, dynamic factory tours, thought provoking roundtable discussions and CPD accredited masterclasses – a collective of industry bodies are collaborating to deliver Offsite Construction Week. Taking place from 16-20 September 2024, Offsite Construction Week will revolve around three major industry events – Offsite…
Read moreIn the ever-evolving landscape of the construction industry, innovation stands as the cornerstone of progress. Among the myriad of initiatives that have shaped this domain, the history of BUILDOFFSITE (BOS) emerges as a testament to ingenuity, collaboration, and forward-thinking. The journey of BOS traces back to 1997 when the Department…
Read moreWe are thrilled to announce our partnership with Offsite Expo for this year's event. As we celebrate our 20th anniversary, BOS remains the foremost authority in the realm of offsite construction, serving as the trusted voice of the industry. With members spanning the UK, Europe, Asia, and North America, our…
Read moreIn response to climate challenges, the European Union (EU) has introduced the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). This innovative tool aims to prevent the influx of carbon-intensive products into the EU market and encourage global industries to adopt cleaner practices. What is CBAM? CBAM imposes a carbon tariff on carbon-intensive…
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