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Kings award 2024
Richard stocks
Celebrating Excellence: The King’s Awards for Enterprise Honours Outstanding Businesses In a momentous celebration of entrepreneurial achievement, His Majesty the King proudly announces the recipients of The King’s Awards for Enterprise. Held on Monday, May 6th, this prestigious ceremony honoured 252 outstanding businesses from every corner of the United Kingdom, spanning diverse sectors and embodying…
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HS2 Sustainability
Jabe Aaron
With the spotlight increasingly on supply chain emissions through initiatives like SCOPE (Supply Chain Carbon and Pollution Offset Enforcement), it’s crucial for the suppliers and contractors involved in the HS2 project to uphold sustainability standards.
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Sustainable Construction Materials
Richard stocks
Navigating Challenges in Adopting Sustainable Construction Materials In recent years, the global construction industry has witnessed a significant surge in demand for sustainable construction materials. This increased focus on sustainability is driven by growing environmental awareness and the imperative to mitigate the industry’s ecological footprint. However, despite this growing demand, the adoption of sustainable materials…
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HS2 moves 1,100 tonne viaduct in weekend operation
Jabe Aaron
The 158-metre-long structure was moved into place in 13 hours using a specialist push-pull jacking technique. The ‘East M42-M6 Link Viaduct’ is one of 13 viaducts which make up HS2’s triangular Delta Junction. This section of the railway enables high speed trains to travel between London, Interchange Station in Solihull and Birmingham Curzon Street Station. The…
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£360 million to boost British manufacturing and R&D
£360 million to boost British manufacturing and R&D The Chancellor has today (4 March) announced a significant investment package in the UK’s life sciences and manufacturing sectors. Ahead of the Spring Budget this week, the Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has today (Monday 4 March) announced a significant investment package in the UK’s life sciences and manufacturing…
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Major boost for hydrogen as UK unlocks new investment and jobs
Major boost for hydrogen as UK unlocks new investment and jobs Eleven new production projects helping to place UK at forefront of hydrogen industry and bring progress towards net zero ambitions. Over 700 jobs will be created across the UK in a world-leading hydrogen industry from the South West of England to the Highlands of…
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Transport Secretary announces £70 million boost for more rapid electric vehicle chargers at COP28
Jabe Aaron
EV chargepoint pilot scheme at motorway service areas to support government’s vision of transition to electric vehicles. A £70 million pilot scheme launched today (6 December 2023) will power up motorway service areas to pave the way for ultra-rapid electric vehicle (EV) chargepoints. Speaking on COP28 Transport Day in Dubai, Transport Secretary, Mark Harper, laid…
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funding to schools, hospitals and public
Jabe Aaron
More funding to schools, hospitals and public buildings to lower energy use and save on bills, and cut carbon emissions. Public sector organisations can now bid for a share of £230 million to help make low-carbon energy upgrades to their buildings. £230 million made available to schools, hospitals, leisure centres and other public buildings in…
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New laws passed to bolster energy security and deliver net zero
Jabe Aaron
New laws passed to bolster energy security and deliver net zero Landmark legislation becomes law to ensure bills are affordable in the long-term. New laws passed to help ensure energy is affordable for households and businesses and make the UK more energy independent in the long-term. The act will help unlock £100 billion private investment…
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£33 million joint investment
Jabe Aaron
£33 million joint investment to boost skills, support jobs and bolster green manufacturing in UK life sciences industry. Joint government and industry investment will deliver more than 250 high-skilled jobs producing environmentally-friendly inhalers. £33 million of joint government and industry investment with leading global firm Kindeva Drug Delivery in UK medicines manufacturing will ensure a…