Meeting net-zero carbon targets will require construction technology

July 12, 2020

Tackling greenhouse gas emissions and moving towards net-zero carbon are going to become increasingly important to construction

Increasing construction workplace safety using IoT

July 12, 2020

Injuries and fatalities on the construction site harm reputations, impact profits and delay jobs. Onsite monitoring using IoT will increase as a method to improve...

Hybrid modular-3D printing construction will offer key advantages

Zhu Jianchao, Vice President & Chief Engineer, China State Construction Engineering Corporation

July 11, 2020

Whilst modular construction is well-established, 3D printing is in its infancy. Some construction experts say a hybrid approach will offer significant economies of scale

3D printing will introduce complex shapes and novel materials use

July 09, 2020

In the first of a three-part series looking at 3D printing in construction, we focus on how materials use will change once the technology becomes...

Streamlined 3D printing regulations important for future growth in construction

July 08, 2020

Speaking during the Construction Technology Forum in Dubai, panellists argued that governments must ensure regulations are in place for 3D printing

Q&A: Dr. Jacques ElKhouri, Dar Al Handasah on digital twins

July 08, 2020

Dr. Jacques ElKhouri, Head of Digital Transformation & Innovation at Dar Al Handasah, explains digital twin use in construction

Q&A: Christopher Tebb, from Mott MacDonald Middle East on digital twins

July 07, 2020

Christopher Tebb, Digital Lead - Global Delivery Services at Mott MacDonald Middle East, explains digital twin use in construction

Streamlining working practices through digital technologies

July 01, 2020

Construction companies have embraced technologies such as Microsoft Teams to facilitate collaborative working not just for remote staff, but also looked at how to use...