The 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…
Read moreThe BUILDOFFSITE Property Assurance Scheme (BOPAS) offers significant support for both public and private sectors, offering a robust framework that revolutionises the landscape of Modern Methods of Construction (MMC). Let's delve into the transformative benefits that make BOPAS a cornerstone in shaping the future of construction. Risk Reduction: BOPAS establishes…
Read moreNavigating the Waters of Change: A Pivotal Exploration into Sustainable Housing Developments Fareita Udoh, Project Manager, BUILDOFFSITE In a groundbreaking collaboration between Future Water, CIRIA, and BUILDOFFSITE, the Networks November event held in Kings Cross on November 6th embarked on a transformative exploration into the intricate relationship between developers, water…
Read moreThis project will be delivered in conjunction with Beale & Co, specialist construction lawyers, to provide guidance on how to manage intellectual property (IP) for offsite and MMC. There will be workshops for Buildoffsite members to contribute their learning and views. Two are being planned for November, one for designers…
Read moreThis will develop guidance for the use of performance specifications for construction projects, primarily to help ensure that offsite and other MMC options are included in the potential solutions for delivering projects. The launch meeting of the Project’s Advisory Group was held on the 12th of October. The group includes…
Read moreBOS Member C-Probe Systems Emerges as Winners of the Prestigious British Construction Industry Award for Environmental and Sustainability Excellence LONDON, 12 October 2023 - C-Probe Systems, a leading innovator in low carbon corrosion management solutions, is thrilled to announce their triumph in the 'Environment and Sustainability Initiative of The Year'…
Read moreA synopsis of UK Construction Week 3rd 5th October 2023 In a groundbreaking showcase at the UK Construction Week, BOS Industry Advisors took centre stage to unveil the latest trends reshaping the landscape of the construction industry. With an innovative approach and a keen eye on sustainability, BOS brought forth…
Read moreAt Vista Insurance Brokers, we regularly arrange cover for a variety of specialist construction risks. These include Surety Bonds, Legal Indemnities and Owner Controlled Insurance’s. We are committed to meeting the many challenges development projects face, at every stage of the process. Today, we are looking at a type of…
Read moreDavid Johnson, Pre-Construction Director at Volumetric Building Companies, looks at artificial intelligence and why the construction sector should be embracing this new technology. The construction industry has been a vital driver of economic growth and development throughout history, shaping the cities and infrastructure that define our modern world. However, despite…
Read moreDavid Johnson, UK Pre-construction Director at Volumetric Building Companies, shares his thoughts on the future of offsite construction in the UK and the urgent need for change. The UK Government has made no secret of the need for faster, higher quality, and more predictable construction solutions in every sector –…
Read moreTurn Up & Deliver Package In partnership with BOS, UK Construction Week is coming to Birmingham NEC on the 3rd to the 5th of October 2023. Co-located with Timber Expo, Grand Designs Live and Green Living Live. BOS will be providing a platform for industry leaders and specialists to showcase…
Read moreBuildoffsite member, C-Probe are delighted to announce that they have made the shortlist for the Materials Performance (MP) magazine’s Corrosion Innovation of the Year Awards, and also the Top 50 Construction Tech Partners with BuildIn Digital. It is their alkali activated cementitious (AACM) anode mortar, LoCem®, has been nominated for the Corrosion Innovation of…
Read moreThe full report can be found on the Supply Chain Sustainability School’s website here. 27th September, London, UK - The Supply Chain Sustainability School (the School), a multi-award-winning initiative which represents a common approach to addressing sustainability within supply chains, has today released its Fairness, Inclusion & Respect (FIR) Annual…
Read moreAlign JV is the joint venture of Bouygues Travaux Publics, VolkerFitzpatrick and Sir Robert McAlpine responsible for delivering Package C1 of the HS2 high speed rail route between London and Birmingham. It is arguably the most technically complex of the route packages with a 3.37km viaduct and 16.04km of twin-bored…
Read moreThe Sustainability Tool, a software application designed to help organisations and their supply chains measure and monitor their sustainability performance, has launched the 2022 employee diversity benchmarking survey. The annual employee diversity benchmarking exercise, carried out within the Sustainability Tool, is a collaborative effort to better understand and improve the…
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