Sustainability | Design and Build UK

Isuzu announces D-Max 2.2-litre Diesel to be officially presented at The Commercial Vehicle Show 21 To 23 April

Apr 20, 2026 | News, Supply Chain, Sustainability, Technology and innovation, Transport

Isuzu D-Max with new 2.2-litre turbo diesel engine and optional eight-speed automatic transmission Powertrain and design enhancements mark the 2026 model’s upcoming arrival in UK Larger engine size and increased torque of 400 Nm enhance D-Max’s commercial capability...

NHBC and Leaf Living expand working partnership

Apr 20, 2026 | Finance and Markets, Housing, Infrastructure, News, Sustainability, Technology and innovation

Strengthening its longstanding commitment to scaling up Britain’s Build to Rent (BTR) market, the National House-Building Council (NHBC) has expanded its commercial relationship with Leaf Living, one of the UK’s leading providers of single-family rental homes across...

Acorn Analytical Services Appoints First Female Directors

Apr 15, 2026 | Finance and Markets, News, Social Value, Sustainability, Women in Construction

Leading asbestos management consultancy, Acorn Analytical Services, has announced the appointment of two new directors – the first female directors in the company’s history. Sian Stone and Viviana Pista have been promoted to Associate Directors in recognition of...

Shakespeare Martineau advises on landmark Barratt Redrow joint venture for 8,500 home garden town scheme

Apr 9, 2026 | Finance and Markets, Housing, Infrastructure, News, Projects, Social Value, Sustainability

National law firm Shakespeare Martineau has advised Barratt Redrow on a major joint venture with Places for People to deliver one of the UK’s most ambitious new community developments. The scheme will create a pioneering garden town-style development in East...

Saint-Gobain UK takes next step in zero-carbon logistics with full operational trial of six e-HGVs

Apr 9, 2026 | News, Projects, Supply Chain, Sustainability, Technology and innovation, Transport

Saint-Gobain UK has unveiled its next investment in its zero-carbon logistics delivery programme by unveiling six new fully electric HGVs and ‘back to base’ supercharging infrastructure at its midlands logistics hub in Nottinghamshire. 9th April, Nottinghamshire: The...

Candlelighters named Harron Homes’ Charity of the Year

Apr 7, 2026 | Health and Safety, Housing, News, Social Value, Sustainability

Harron Homes Yorkshire has partnered with Candlelighters as its Charity of the Year for 2026, supporting the vital work the charity does for children with cancer and their families. Candlelighters was formed in 1976 to provide care for children with cancer in...