Business Archives - Construction & Civil Engineering magazine https://ccemagazine.com/news/category/topics/business/ Thu, 08 May 2025 07:53:45 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1 https://ccemagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2022/10/cce-150x150.png Business Archives - Construction & Civil Engineering magazine https://ccemagazine.com/news/category/topics/business/ 32 32 The Top 7 Civil Engineering Companies in the UK in 2025 https://ccemagazine.com/news/the-top-7-civil-engineering-companies-in-the-uk-in-2025/ Thu, 08 May 2025 07:53:42 +0000 https://ccemagazine.com/?p=15868 Civil engineering remains the backbone of UK infrastructure, supporting everything from transport to water systems. In 2025, the sector is defined by innovation, sustainability, and major projects like HS2. Amid rising costs and a push for net-zero, certain firms are setting the pace. This list spotlights seven civil engineering companies leading the charge in engineering excellence and future-focused development.

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]]> Civil engineering remains the backbone of UK infrastructure, supporting everything from transport to water systems. In 2025, the sector is defined by innovation, sustainability, and major projects like HS2. Amid rising costs and a push for net-zero, certain firms are setting the pace. This list spotlights seven civil engineering companies leading the charge in engineering excellence and future…

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]]> UK Construction Record Insolvency Rates in Early 2025 https://ccemagazine.com/news/uk-construction-record-insolvency-rates-in-early-2025/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:12:58 +0000 https://ccemagazine.com/?p=15860 The UK construction industry is grappling with an alarming surge in insolvencies as 2025 unfolds. Despite signs of broader economic stabilization, the sector faces persistent challenges, including soaring material costs, rising labor expenses, and ongoing project delays. With small and medium-sized enterprises hit hardest, the latest figures paint a concerning picture for one of the economy’s most critical sectors.

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]]> Subscribe to our free newsletter today to keep up to date with the latest construction and civil engineering news. The UK construction industry is grappling with an alarming surge in insolvencies as 2025 unfolds. Despite signs of broader economic stabilization, the sector faces persistent challenges, including soaring material costs, rising labor expenses, and ongoing project delays.

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]]> Caddick Construction Aims for £400m Turnover After Record Rebound https://ccemagazine.com/news/caddick-construction-aims-for-400m-turnover-after-record-rebound/ Thu, 17 Apr 2025 14:28:42 +0000 https://ccemagazine.com/?p=15828 Caddick Construction is forecasting a turnover of £400 million for the current financial year, following a 12 percent rise in revenue to £356 million for the 12 months ending August 2024. Pre-tax profits increased by 13 percent to £8.3 million, driven by strong performance across its four operating regions and strategic leadership changes.

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]]> Subscribe to our free newsletter today to keep up to date with the latest construction and civil engineering news. Caddick Construction is forecasting a turnover of £400 million for the current financial year, following a 12 percent rise in revenue to £356 million for the 12 months ending August 2024. Pre-tax profits increased by 13 percent to £8.3 million, driven by strong performance…

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]]> Bell Group turns construction into a force for community transformation and empowerment  https://ccemagazine.com/news/bell-group-turns-construction-into-a-force-for-community-transformation-and-empowerment/ Wed, 02 Apr 2025 03:29:00 +0000 https://ccemagazine.com/?p=15531 As one of the largest service and maintenance contractors in the UK, Bell Group (Bell) provides services to over 350,000

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]]> As one of the largest service and maintenance contractors in the UK, Bell Group (Bell) provides services to over 350,000 properties annually across the country. From its 37 branches, the company covers the length and breadth of the UK, guided by a strong social conscience. In fact, Bell actively pursues business opportunities that nurture employee and community skill, empowering it to stand out as…

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]]> North West’s Colin Briscoe Construction Enters Administration https://ccemagazine.com/news/north-wests-colin-briscoe-construction-enters-administration/ Mon, 03 Mar 2025 16:37:36 +0000 https://ccemagazine.com/?p=15438 Colin Briscoe Construction, a well-established civil engineering contractor, has entered administration after more than three decades in operation. Founded in 1993 by Colin Briscoe, the company became a trusted name in the North West, working across multiple infrastructure sectors.

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]]> Subscribe to our free newsletter to keep up-to-date with our latest construction and civil engineering news. Colin Briscoe Construction, a well-established civil engineering contractor, has entered administration after more than three decades in operation. Founded in 1993 by Colin Briscoe, the company became a trusted name in the North West, working across multiple infrastructure sectors.

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]]> Severfield Issues Profit Warning Amid Project Delays and Market Strain https://ccemagazine.com/news/severfield-issues-profit-warning-amid-project-delays-and-market-strain/ Mon, 03 Mar 2025 16:24:21 +0000 https://ccemagazine.com/?p=15432 Severfield has issued a profit warning in response to ongoing market difficulties and project delays. The company has revised its financial expectations downward, signalling a difficult period for both its operations and the wider industry.

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]]> Subscribe to our free newsletter to keep up-to-date with our latest construction and civil engineering news. Severfield has issued a profit warning in response to ongoing market difficulties and project delays. The company has revised its financial expectations downward, signalling a difficult period for both its operations and the wider industry. Previously, Severfield had forecasted a…

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]]> UCB Research HQ in Surrey Gets a New Contractor after ISG’s Collapse https://ccemagazine.com/news/ucb-research-hq-in-surrey-gets-a-new-contractor-after-isgs-collapse/ Mon, 20 Jan 2025 10:54:14 +0000 https://ccemagazine.com/?p=15227 The construction of UCB’s £60m research and development (R&D) headquarters in Windlesham, Surrey, is back on track. The pharmaceutical giant’s ambitious project faced a major setback when ISG, the initial contractor, collapsed, leaving the site unfinished and its future uncertain.

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]]> The construction of UCB’s £60m research and development (R&D) headquarters in Windlesham, Surrey, is back on track. The pharmaceutical giant’s ambitious project faced a major setback when ISG, the initial contractor, collapsed, leaving the site unfinished and uncertain. Now, Walter Lilly, a renowned London-based contractor with extensive experience in complex projects, has stepped in to bring the…

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]]> Delivering a model that really works for The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB). By Jenny Watkins https://ccemagazine.com/news/delivering-success-a-model-that-really-works-for-the-chartered-institute-of-building-ciob/ Wed, 15 Jan 2025 09:45:24 +0000 https://ccemagazine.com/?p=15197 Established in 1834, the CIOB is the leading international professional body for those working in and leading the construction industry,

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]]> Established in 1834, the CIOB is the leading international professional body for those working in and leading the construction industry, with 49,000 members in more than 100 countries consisting of both individuals and organisations. Its mission is to drive up professional standards, push forward innovation, influence political decisions and strengthen talent across the CIOB global community.

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]]> Atlas Holdings expands in UK with Lendlease deal https://ccemagazine.com/news/atlas-holdings-expands-in-uk-with-lendlease-deal/ Mon, 06 Jan 2025 08:51:46 +0000 https://ccemagazine.com/?p=15168 Lendlease’s decision to sell its UK construction business to US private equity firm Atlas Holdings marks a turning point for both companies and the broader construction market. The £71 million deal, expected to close by mid-2025, reflects Lendlease’s strategy to refocus on its core markets in Australia while simplifying its operations.

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]]> Lendlease’s decision to sell its UK construction business to US private equity firm Atlas Holdings marks a turning point for both companies and the broader construction market. The £71 million deal, expected to close by mid-2025, reflects Lendlease’s strategy to refocus on its core markets in Australia while simplifying its operations. Lendlease has played a key role in the UK construction…

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]]> High-speed rail for Britain: What’s next for HS2 under new leadership? https://ccemagazine.com/news/high-speed-rail-for-britain-whats-next-for-hs2-under-new-leadership/ Mon, 06 Jan 2025 08:42:49 +0000 https://ccemagazine.com/?p=15164 The appointment of Mark Wild as the new Chief Executive Officer of HS2 Ltd in December 2024 marked a pivotal moment for Britain’s ambitious high-speed rail project. A seasoned executive with a track record in leading complex infrastructure initiatives, Wild stepped into a role fraught with challenges.

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]]> The appointment of Mark Wild as the new Chief Executive Officer of HS2 Ltd in December 2024 marked a pivotal moment for Britain’s ambitious high-speed rail project. A seasoned executive with a track record in leading complex infrastructure initiatives, Wild stepped into a role fraught with challenges. His immediate focus was stabilising a project plagued by escalating costs, timeline uncertainties…

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