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How are supply issues impacting infrastructure projects?
Data Analytics

How are supply issues impacting infrastructure projects?

Delays and cost pressures are looming for major works as New Zealand struggles to secure key construction materials, a new study finds.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Nov 2021
Construction sector twice as vulnerable to suicide
University of Otago

Construction sector twice as vulnerable to suicide

New Otago University research shows New Zealand’s construction workers face more than twice the suicide risk of the wider workforce.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Nov 2021
BIMSafe NZ could be a health and safety game-changer
Digital twins

BIMSafe NZ could be a health and safety game-changer

A Dunedin office project will trial real-time BIM safety tools as construction firms seek to curb a sector that drives 16% of ACC work claims.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 7th Nov 2021
Analysing infrastructure strategy’s 67 recommendations
Supply Chain

Analysing infrastructure strategy’s 67 recommendations

Industry leaders say the draft 30-year plan could give New Zealand clearer funding, planning and delivery for vital infrastructure.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Fri, 5th Nov 2021
Digital solutions to the financial complexities of construction
Software-as-a-Service

Digital solutions to the financial complexities of construction

Payment disputes and tougher retention rules are pushing construction firms towards digital tools to avoid fines and delays.

By Michael Curreen • 6 min read • Wed, 3rd Nov 2021
New Zealand set to benefit from $172m Tongan airport development
Clean technologies

New Zealand set to benefit from $172m Tongan airport development

Kiwi architects and builders could gain work as the island's new runway opens direct flights, boosting trade and tourism links.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 25th Oct 2021
Bill proposes changes to construction contracts
Risk & Compliance

Bill proposes changes to construction contracts

Wider definitions of retention money could expose principals, head contractors and directors to fines of up to NZD $200,000 under the bill.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 10th Oct 2021
New technology set to reduce construction incidents
Smart Cities

New technology set to reduce construction incidents

Construction managers could gain real-time alerts and a full-site view as five firms trial AI tools to curb incidents and injuries.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Wed, 6th Oct 2021
Infrastructure maintenance among G20 top priorities
Power / Energy

Infrastructure maintenance among G20 top priorities

Poor maintenance is costing firms billions through outages, water failures and transport disruptions, the G20 says in a new policy agenda.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Mon, 4th Oct 2021
Latest lockdown puts ongoing strain on construction
Supply Chain

Latest lockdown puts ongoing strain on construction

Construction firms in Auckland face a 57% drop in jobs created as lockdowns, border closures and supply shocks squeeze margins.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 27th Sep 2021
‘No jab no job’ brings out riot police – shuts down construction
Power / Energy

‘No jab no job’ brings out riot police – shuts down construction

Victorian builders now face a two-week work halt after a vaccine protest turned violent and police made arrests in Melbourne.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Sep 2021
Protocols key to keep construction working during pandemic
Risk & Compliance

Protocols key to keep construction working during pandemic

Clear, up-to-date Covid-19 protocols have helped construction firms keep working safely through Alert Level changes, industry leaders say.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 20th Sep 2021
Home construction costs surge by 2.2%
Supply Chain

Home construction costs surge by 2.2%

Homeowners face higher rebuild insurance bills as labour and materials shortages pushed residential construction costs up 2.2% in June.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Sep 2021
Australian construction industry cries out for reform
Data Analytics

Australian construction industry cries out for reform

Record spending is exposing poor productivity, rising insolvencies and risk in Australia’s construction sector, industry leaders warn.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Fri, 10th Sep 2021
MYOB and Procore partner to empower Kiwi construction businesses
Fintech

MYOB and Procore partner to empower Kiwi construction businesses

MYOB and Procore Technologies have launched an integrated platform for construction firms, offering comprehensive project management and financial solutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 6th Sep 2021
New Zealand Building Industry Awards paint promising future for the sector
Disaster Recovery

New Zealand Building Industry Awards paint promising future for the sector

Digital delivery and new construction tech are speeding up projects, with the supreme award-winning water scheme completed in a year.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Fri, 20th Aug 2021

Global Stories

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AI construction management platform BuildAi secures $1.9 million in seed funding
Supply Chain

AI construction management platform BuildAi secures $1.9 million in seed funding

BuildAi has secured $1.9 million in its latest seed funding round as the industry scrambles to find viable solutions to adapt to COVID-19 lockdowns.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 4 min read • Thu, 14th Oct 2021
Interview: How technology enriches the construction industry
Construction

Interview: How technology enriches the construction industry

Bentley Systems software has revolutionized the engineering, procurement, and construction industry, enabling greater efficiency and remote collaboration.

By Nick Forrester • 4 min read • Fri, 1st Oct 2021