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The Construction Index · August 10, 2026 06:58

Mitie, Revera break ground on 400MWh BESS

Mitie Power & Grid, and Carlyle-backed partners Revera Energy, have broken ground on the Windyhill Battery Energy Storage Site near Glasgow. In the first phase, the 400MWh site will store enough energy for 50,000 homes for two hours, with a second phase of...

The Construction Index · August 10, 2026 06:47

National Highways plans rapid bridge demolition

National Highways plans to demolish a 50-year-old bridge at Junction 6 on the M42, on the north section of the junction roundabout, after it finding damage and corrosion to its concrete and steel.

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Construction Enquirer · August 10, 2026 06:45

Newcastle office block plan unveiled

12-storey scheme to be latest addition to One Founders Place

The Construction Index · August 10, 2026 06:36

Marshalls profits up on subdued revenues

While revenues at building products manufacturer Marshalls dropped by 0.5% to £317.8m in the first half of the year, the company squeezed out profit before tax growth of 13.2%, at £24.9m this year compared to £22m in the first half of 2025.

The Construction Index · August 10, 2026 06:29

JCB hits 368mph at Bonneville

A JCB hydrogen-powered car has hit speeds of 368.347mph at Bonneville Salt Flats. The manufacturer has developed hydrogen internal combustion engines for its backhoes and generators.

Construction Enquirer · August 10, 2026 06:22

Eric Wright to start £65m Tebay-style M56 services

Yates starts groundworks on Cheshire motorway services

Construction Equipment Guide · August 10, 2026 05:00

Building the Secret to Great Trails : CEG

Mountain bike trails need a solid, well-drained foundation for durability and ride quality. Using onsite material processed by a shaft screener mounted on excavators, trail builders can create stable, consistent surfaces without importing aggregates.