A demonstration unit in Wales is investigating the use of hydrogen to supplement gas in the production of a green cement Researchers at Swansea University in the UK and Hanson, a subsidiary of Heidelberg Cement, are running a...

Dr Ghanim Kashwani, an Academic Researcher in Civil Engineering at the New York University Abu Dhabi, speaks to DC Hub about the importance of ensuring construction materials are sustainable and fit for purpose in the region Academia has...

A cost effective, more sustainable approach to transparent wood is a step closer, say researchers Researchers say they have found an easier and faster method to make wood transparent, meaning that in future it could be used as...

Technology use and digitalisation in construction was forced upon the industry in 2020. Was it the catalyst that will see real growth construction technology? Technology use in construction in 2020 was shaped by Covid-19. That could not have...

As digitalisation increases in construction, DC Hub looks at some of the common practices and a successful case study Construction leaders are rapidly embracing digitalisation in the industry, with many saying that the Covid-19 pandemic has pushed forwards...

BIM is an essential part of many construction projects and a crucial element of digital transformations within the sector, but can introduce a number of challenges that must be overcome A number of challenges must be faced on...

In the age of Covid-19, all businesses face uncertainty, and while an organisation must look after itself in the present, it is imperative to assess its vision of itself, and plan for the future. The world is under...

Disruptive technologies are impacting every aspect of construction - this video looks at how to embrace the latest digital technologies Disruptive digital construction technologies and trends are impacting every aspect of the industry. Companies are increasingly investigating, adopting...

Data is the lifeline of a digitalised construction industry, touching all aspects of a project timeline, from planning and procurement through handover, and should they occur, to dispute resolution.

A goal for technology use in construction is to make processes more efficient, predictable and to ensure budgets can be met and the job delivered on time. But can good use of technology also help bring an end...

By demonstrating the benefit and return on investment to a client, technology companies have a greater chance of success in construction Contractors want to see the benefits that new technologies will bring to their customers – the client...