The Construction Sector Accord and Callaghan Innovation have agreed to partner to accelerate growth and innovation across construction businesses of every size and stage. The partnership seeks to address systemic challenges and build resilience across the construction sector. As part of the agreement Callaghan Innovation will deliver several. Accord initiatives through a new programme: Construction […]

The Wellington Regional Skills Leadership Group (RSLG) and over 50 representatives from across the infrastructure and construction sector met at WelTec | Te Pūkenga in Petone to discuss workforce development needs for the region and creating a regional partnership to progress priorities. “With approximately 3,000 job openings expected in this sector from 2025 to 2028 […]

A survey in late 2022 of design, construction and building professionals into the perceptions and barriers to mass timber use in construction has highlighted the growing awareness and adoption of mass timber, but it also revealed that more can be done. The survey was distributed to manufacturers, builders, architects, designers, engineers, building officials and quantity […]

Industry-leading fire research with useful implications for steel structures Recently, researchers at HERA have been looking into the robustness and response of steel car park structures in the event of vehicle fires. This investigation is one part of wider research to support their focus on reviewing structural fire performance to develop advanced technical solutions that […]

Building a sustainable and resilient future with precast concrete Concretec NZ are leaders in Auckland’s precast concrete industry for their innovative and sustainable construction solutions. You need look no further than Concretec NZ for expert service and quality concrete. Their extensive range of precast concrete products have helped over 850 construction projects come to life. […]

Concrete NZ’s Readymix Sector Group strives to research, develop, promote and protect the interests of the ready mixed concrete industry by implementing a range of targeted initiatives. The Group’s areas of activity include representing the industry before Government, disseminating technical information, participating in standards development, offering health & safety advice, and first and foremost ensuring […]