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28 March 2019
Pace of global construction set to rise in 2019
In a recent white paper, GlobalData identified 10 key markets to watch in 2019.
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7 March 2019
US-China trade tensions continue to cloud US construction outlook
A significant degree of policy uncertainty is threatening growth, investment and productivity in the US construction industry.
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28 February 2019
Nigeria’s construction sector readies for private sector participation
The recent re-election of President Buhari is expected to translate into an improved infrastructure, economy, security and anti-corruption drive.
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27 February 2019
Stimulating China’s construction sector comes with risks and rewards
The heady days of double-digit growth in China’s construction industry have long gone.
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5 February 2019
Pop-up buildings raise the bar
UK-based architect David Martyn believes the chief advantage of “pop-up” buildings is its adaptability.
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23 January 2019
Abu Dhabi mandates use of BIM for architects
Abu Dhabi Municipality has mandated the use of BIM technology for all major construction projects.
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5 November 2018
Is micro-housing the way forward for next-generation urban living?
Rapid urbanisation is increasing demand for accommodation and work space, with micro-housing and co-working spaces becoming growing trends across the globe.
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19 December 2017
Persimmon: Unjustified Criticism Forces Resignation of Valuable Senior Management
In recent days two senior employees within the home-building company Persimmon have been forced to resign in response to news that the company’s CEO, Jeff Fairburn, is about to receive...