Helping to deliver a significant increase in UK electric vehicle battery production, a gigafactory in Sunderland has set new benchmarks in modular and efficient construction.

The rapid rise of internet shopping has led to growing demand for distribution warehouses, which in turn are getting bigger and quicker to build. Martin Cooper reports.

Structural steel contractor Severfield will have over £20m on testing and remedial costs after it found bridge weld issues in some of its projects.

Structural Steel Design Awards 2024 – commendations

Structural steelwork has helped create the UK’s largest indoor venue, which boasts a 23,500 capacity alongside 41 bars and restaurants.

Four projects received Commendations in the Structural Steel Design Awards 2021