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WOBO appreciates the information provided by Create Digital. Critical issues plague Australian construction projects A recent survey of senior executives in the private and public sectors has exposed alarming challenges for infrastructure megaprojects. New research has exposed alarming challenges for infrastructure megaprojects. The results, collected and analysed...

WOBO thanks GlobalData for the links to indicative developments taking place. Following the success of our inaugural roundtable during Climate Week NYC last year, we’re thrilled to announce the second annual Global Built Environment Forum, powered by Building, in partnership with Climate Group, taking place...

WOBO recognises the activiites of the UK Health and Safety Executive, many of which may be applied within the global setting. Building Assessment Certificates (BACs): application resources Additional resources for Principal Accountable Persons (PAPs) who are being asked to submit an application for a BAC...

WOBO acknowledges the information and links provided by Fathom to support professional learning and development. Artificial intelligence, whichever way you feel about it and whether you are aware of it or not, is an integral part of our daily lives. It can, apparently, do everything...

WOBO Governor David Gibson is pleased to provide development opportunities for both members and fellow professionals. Join HSM and Alcumus on the 07 May to learn how to leverage compliance data, and embed a best-in-class standard of contractor management.  On-site contractors are critical to the...

WOBO acknowledges the links provided by Renewable Energy in respect of energy developments within the global setting. Discover Solutions, Discuss the Future – Empowering Europe’s Grids The European distribution grids are facing major challenges. An estimated 600 GW of renewable energy, 50 million electric cars and...

WOBO thanks GlobalData for indicative developments taking place. UK announces £2bn investment for affordable housing The move forms part of the Labour government’s wider Plan for Change Lumber secures $15.5m via Series A funding round The company has launched eight new products in collaboration with...

WOBO thanks HSM for the links provided in respect of health and safety matters. Property developer prosecuted following multiple failures A LONDON property developer has been fined £63k plus costs after Britains workplace regulator found multiple failures at a construction site in Dalston.    ...

WOBO appreciates the links provided by FSM in respect of fire safety. Government responds in full to Grenfell Tower Inquiry Panel’s final report IN ITS full response to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Panel’s Phase 2 final report, the Government has accepted the findings within and...

WOBO recognises the activities of the UK Health and Safety Executive, many of which may be applied in the global setting. Face fit testing: extended ports required – Recent HSE research confirms that face fit testing of tight-fitting respiratory protective equipment (RPE) should be conducted using...