The value of new construction contracts in July reached £4.6 billion, a 6.5 per cent increase compared to June and the first month to see growth since March. However, the two largest sectors, residential and infrastructure, continued their slump in July with much lower activity levels, decreasing by 28 and 24 per cent respectively compared…
The Builders Merchants Federation/GfK BMBI quarterly index has been published. Following the dramatic weather in quarter 1 delaying the usual end of quarter external work kick off, a strong quarter 2 performance has been expected; it did not disappoint, growing in value terms 7.2% year on year. Landscaping initially struggled as the bad weather rolled into…
The Builders Merchants Federation/GfK BMBI quarterly index has been published. Total Builders Merchants sales continued to deliver value growth in quarter 3, up 4.2% on the previous year. July was particularly strong up 8.3% but the extra trading day YoY helped. August continued this trend and drove the growth with a positive 3.5% performance. However…
Prefab on the rise in Europe and future material usage report This report is the Q2 2018 edition of the European Architectural Barometer in which architects provide a strong indication of the developments in the construction sector. As well as the economic developments and the forecasts for the next few years, this report also gives…
The chat is an opportunity to ask experienced building product marketers Julie Mould (@CompA_Julie) and Helen Johnstone (@CompA_Helen) of Competitive Advantage (@CompetitiveA), for practical guidance on ..... ..... how to make the most of your construction website. Providing a look at questions such as: What makes a good construction product website? How can the construction…
According to new research by show organisers, Future plc The number of visitors attending The Homebuilding & Renovating Shows who are working on a live project is increasing year on year, according to new research from the event organisers Future plc. The last show of 2017 emphasised the quality and commitment of the show’s audience…
The construction plastics market is estimated to be USD 75.6 billion in 2018 and is projected to reach USD 105.7 billion by 2023, at a CAGR of 6.9%. The growth in consumption of lightweight materials, such as plastics is driving the demand for construction plastics. The low cost of plastics compared with other substitute materials…
Global economy will continue to post healthy rates of growth in 2018-2019, and investor confidence will remain buoyant. The expected tightening in monetary policy in major markets in 2018 will start to push up the cost of borrowing, but with interest rates generally at or near historic lows; this process is not expected to have…
The global energy efficient glass market is estimated to be USD 25.11 billion in 2018 and is projected to reach USD 32.02 billion by 2023, at a CAGR of 5.0% between 2018 and 2023. The increasing urbanization, growing population, and new construction activities are expected to fuel the growth of the building & construction industry,…
The LVT flooring market is projected to grow from USD 18.0 billion in 2019 to USD 31.4 billion by 2024, recording a CAGR of 11.7% from 2019 to 2024. The global LVT flooring market witnesses a high growth mainly due to the increasing construction activities worldwide. The rising disposable income of consumers, particularly in developing…
