WOBO recognises the activities carried out by the International Building Quality Centre (IBQC) and supports the initiatives taking place. Tsigereda Lovegrove and Kim Lovegrove have just returned to Australia following the long-haul, 24-hour journey to and from London. They were there for a compact but...
WOBO having participated in UNHABITAT activities reflected on the promotion of safe, sustainable and sanitary structures within the built environment to reinforce their position and activities for consideration. These activities have been consolidated into key areas and would welcome support and promotion from members and...
WOBO participated in a Global Stakeholders Meeting sponsored by the UNHABITAT. The document under consideration was; “QUALITY CODE ENFORCEMENT FOR SUSTAINABILITY POSITION PAPER”. The Paper reflected on the need for contemporary codes and standards and the need for professional standards for code enforcement. The current situation...
WOBO reinforces its support for Building Safety Month and encourages all jurisdictions to initiate policies and actions to prepare for 2026. Building Safety Month The World Organization of Building Officials is committed to the recognition that our growth and strength reflects on the safety and...
To our Members and Global Friends As time marches on, WOBO continues to participate in United Nations meetings and other global events. First, I wish to inform those who don’t know of an annual event in the USA called Building Safety Month. During this period,...
WOBO recognises developments taking place and thank Energy Digital for the links provided Sustainability: How Delta is Saving Money and Jet Fuel Delta is the first US airline to hit its 2025 jet fuel savings target, cutting 45m gallons and more than US$110m through operational...
WOBO appreciates the information provided by Create Digital. Meet our interim CEO, Judith Blake The Department of Industry, Science and Resources (DISR) has appointed Judith Blake as interim CEO of the ABCB, Australian Building Codes Board, from 12 May 2025. https://comms.abcb.gov.au Judith brings 30 years...
WOBO thanks GlobalData for the links to indicative developments taking place that may have opportunities for both members and fellow professionals. LATEST NEWS IN YOUR INDUSTRY UK approves Station Quarter restoration plans in Peterborough The project is supported by the city’s combined authority and council,...
WOBO thanks CROSS for the link to this current focus within society, and in particular the construction industry This Feature Article highlights the challenges in raising industry awareness of the Building Safety Act 2022, and the long-term need for cultural change across the sector. Drawing...
WOBO is pleased to provide links for members to share and participate Spotlight: Women driving innovation in UK bridge engineering – For those who design, deliver and safeguard the UK’s bridges stock On 17 July, the UK’s bridge community comes together in London for a...
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