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Read more at: First in series: Cambridge launches report on improving construction productivity

First in series: Cambridge launches report on improving construction productivity

16 April 2025

A new report aimed at transforming productivity in the construction sector has been released today by the University of Cambridge, marking the first publication in a series focused on improving performance and value across major infrastructure projects in the UK. Titled Improving Construction Productivity , the report...

Read more at: LOR Centre joins global panel on carbon collaboration at International Infrastructure Summit

LOR Centre joins global panel on carbon collaboration at International Infrastructure Summit

15 April 2025

LORC Research Associate, Tercia Jansen van Vuuren , participated in a key panel discussion at the Global Leadership Forum Summit , hosted by FIDIC – the International Federation of Consulting Engineers , in Madrid last week.

Read more at: How Gender Influences Motivation and Action Towards Climate Change with Dr Olivia Remes

How Gender Influences Motivation and Action Towards Climate Change with Dr Olivia Remes

9 April 2025

Date: Tuesday, 6th May | Time: 5-6pm (GMT) Join Dr Olivia Remes , Mental Health Coach, Life Coach, and Author, for a webinar exploring the critical role gender plays in addressing climate change. As the global impact of climate change continues to grow, the importance of gender in driving action has become increasingly...

Read more at: Mongolian delegation visits Civil Engineering labs

Mongolian delegation visits Civil Engineering labs

20 March 2025

A delegation from Mongolia, led by The Speaker of the State Great Hural (Parliament) of Mongolia, Mr Amarbayasgalan Dashzegve, recently visited the UK as part of an official trip to explore potential collaborations in diverse areas, including sustainable development, green energy, and digital transformation. During their...

Read more at: Engineering a legacy: Ada's journey to empower women in engineering

Engineering a legacy: Ada's journey to empower women in engineering

10 March 2025

In celebration of International Women's Day, we are thrilled to spotlight Ada Onuigbo-Nwadigo , an influential leader in the construction and engineering industries and a current student in our Construction Engineering Masters (CEM) programme.

Read more at: Empowering the next generation of female scientists: Dr Olivia Remes at the She Talks Science Conference

Empowering the next generation of female scientists: Dr Olivia Remes at the She Talks Science Conference

28 February 2025

Dr Olivia Remes delivered an inspiring talk where she shared valuable insights on how young women can excel in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).

Read more at: WCLF Communiqué N°1: Key Insights from the Inaugural World Construction Leadership Forum

WCLF Communiqué N°1: Key Insights from the Inaugural World Construction Leadership Forum

18 February 2025

We're excited to announce the release of the WCLF Communiqué N°1, a key outcome of the inaugural World Construction Leadership Forum (WCLF) held last September in Cambridge, UK.

Read more at: Prof Brilakis and the future of pothole repair

Prof Brilakis and the future of pothole repair

18 February 2025

Prof Brilakis is at the forefront of a transformative project that aims to tackle one of the UK’s most persistent infrastructure problems: potholes.

Read more at: Professor Middleton’s insights at the Construction Productivity Conference

Professor Middleton’s insights at the Construction Productivity Conference

10 February 2025

Professor Cam Middleton discussed our ongoing research on performance and productivity in the construction sector, as well as the challenges that affect productivity in this industry.

Read more at: LORC Researchers introduce revolutionary Digital Twin technology for underground construction

LORC Researchers introduce revolutionary Digital Twin technology for underground construction

6 February 2025

Led by PhD student Nandeesh Babanagar and Laing O'Rourke Associate Professor Dr Brian Sheil, the research, published in Tunnelling and Underground Space Technology , introduces a novel framework for applying Digital Twin (DT) technology to urban underground spaces.

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First in series: Cambridge launches report on improving construction productivity

16 April 2025

A new report aimed at transforming productivity in the construction sector has been released today by the University of Cambridge, marking the first publication in a series focused on improving performance and value across major infrastructure projects in the UK. Titled Improving Construction Productivity , the report...

LOR Centre joins global panel on carbon collaboration at International Infrastructure Summit

15 April 2025

LORC Research Associate, Tercia Jansen van Vuuren , participated in a key panel discussion at the Global Leadership Forum Summit , hosted by FIDIC – the International Federation of Consulting Engineers , in Madrid last week.

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