Xbim secured victory at Cobuilder’s recent hackathon after demonstrating how its platform could integrate with Cobuilder’s Define digital data dictionary to undertake a life cycle assessment.

The UK BIM Alliance has changed name to Nima and put the emphasis on information management – rather than BIM – and its importance to as wide an audience as possible.

HP has launched a site printing robot that marks up plans on construction sites, generating significant productivity gains.

What data do homeowners need from BIM in order to operate their homes? That’s the question answered by a white paper from property logbook provider Chimni.

Dr Alison Vincent has been named as the chair of the new board that will oversee the UK’s Digital Twin Hub. She will be joined by Mark Enzer, who takes up the role of vice-chair.

Southern Gas Networks is trialling a new robotic roadworks system in Epsom, Surrey, that its says could cut typical gas repairs from days to hours.

The University of Warwick has devised a novel and timely approach to encourage engagement with its building models: an Easter egg hunt.

Dacorum Borough Council, Nottingham City Council and South Ayrshire Council have won support from geographic information systems specialist Esri UK to take forward their digitalised planning projects.

Researchers in China have successfully used a digital twin to investigate the reasons for a building collapse.

There are just three weeks left to enter the Digital Construction Awards. The deadline for entry is 25 March.

The Digital Twin Hub has launched a free workshop tool that provides advice on creating a successful business case for a digital twin.

Proving the benefits of BIM is a continuing challenge for the industry. But here Dave Peacock of TÜV SÜD Building Advisory Service reveals the benefits of BIM on a project in Germany.