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Law: Can the PFI Playbook prevent a handover headache?
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As the UK approaches the expiry of major PFI contracts, a new government playbook proposes a novel approach to managing the handback of public assets
FIEC: How can we improve skills for the construction industry in Europe?
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As Europe pushes forward with green and digital goals, construction must adapt. EU initiatives like the Pact for Skills, Union of Skills, and Construction Blueprint 2
Tariffs, tensions and tough choices: how game theory can play to OEMs’ advantage
Game theory helps provide construction OEMs with the strategic options to thrive, says abcg
Indian OEM eyes export opportunities amid US–China trade war
Indian firms could be increasingly recognised as viable alternatives, claims Indian manufacturer

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A lifetime’s work – calculating the TCO of construction equipment
Dispelling myths around total cost of ownership for those considering battery-powered equipment
Opinion: Construction equipment so safe a journalist can drive it
Construction Briefing’s Mitchell Keller reflects on his first ride-and-drive event and how far construction equipment has come
India’s construction equipment market is growing rapidly. But will Chinese OEMs emerge the winners?
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India’s construction equipment market is evolving and Chinese OEMs are well placed to capitalise on that
Breaking barriers: The vital role of women in shaping construction technology
Ahead of International Women’s Day Shanthi Rajan, CEO, Linarc, talks about her experience in construction
Construction market outlook 2025: UK
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The UK construction sector faces slow growth amid high costs and project delays, though housing and non-residential spending show signs of recovery.
EFCA: Shifting strategies in European engineering
European engineers are navigating stricter EU policies and global competition in delivering sustainable projects
CECE: Driving global progress through international collaboration
Through international partnerships, CECE highlights how it secures early insights into key global developments shaping the construction equipment industry
Water resilience: Navigating the challenges of a changing built environment
How can contractors address water stress, excess, and water quality amidst new EU legislation?
UK construction in 2025: The key challenges and opportunities ahead
As we look ahead to 2025, the UK construction industry faces several challenges and opportunities shaped by ambitious government targets, evolving regulations and technological advancements
Why technology can help construction’s theft problem
On large scale projects, heavy equipment, such as excavators, bulldozers, and cranes, can be easily misplaced or stolen
Law: How is the risk of ground conditions allocated and what impact does this have on contractors?
Pinsent Masons discusses how the risk of ground conditions is allocated
Interview: How is LiuGong positioning itself for success in Europe?
Catrin Jones interviews Harry Mellor, European product director at LiuGong, on how the company is positioning itself for success
Why construction must act now to unlock energy transition’s full potential
Bechtel’s Global Infrastructure Business President, Darren Mort, on how construction can reduce its emissions
FIEC: EU set to revamp public procurement rules
FIEC looks at how the EU’s procurement rules will impact the construction industry
‘To build better infrastructure, we need to build trust first’
The Insititution of Civil Engineers’ Dr. Kerry Bobbins on why trust is essential to building better infrastructure
Report shows challenging outlook for construction in Chile
Information from the Chilean Chamber of Construction highlights the challenges faced by the country’s construction industry 
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