Contractors stories
SafetyCulture introduces an updated operations platform with ambitious plans to serve 100 million users by 2032.
Commvault's SaaS data protection solutions secure esteemed IRAP certification, heightening its cybersafety standards.
New Zealand technology company RUSH and Downer Transport & Infrastructure have secured funding to develop AI technology to increase road safety.
Talent appoints Meagan Jeffery as Global Chief Information Officer to lead the revamp of technology function and support the company's growth objectives.
TaxLeopard has acquired competitor Airtax, boosting its userbase and advancing AI capabilities in a six-figure deal.
New Zealand’s project list is poised to outpace Australia’s on a per capita basis, but delays could push capital and labour offshore.
The annual Construction Industry Survey, in partnership with Teletrac Navman and Civil Contractors New Zealand, reveals cracks in New Zealand's infrastructure.
With the election looming, contractors warn promises will mean little unless parties fund a clear pipeline of infrastructure work.
Construction firms have until 26 June to share views on workforce, technology and sector issues in a survey cited by MBIE.
With weather damage, economic uncertainty and an election looming, Civil Contractors New Zealand wants construction professionals to weigh in before 26 June.
Contractors face safety breaches and possible harm unless they assess hazards, train staff and stock proper first aid gear.
Reported incidents have fallen as Watercare expands its Back 2 Basics safety sessions across all construction sites, with new multilingual guides planned.
Fewer than one in five construction firms are doing preconstruction well, despite higher profits, happier clients and fewer delays for those that do.
Better data on BIM use could help cut New Zealand construction accidents, as the sector seeks input from workers and contractors.
Businesses must account for after-hours contractors, after a Taranaki cleaner died trapped in machinery and two firms were fined GBP £340,000.
Rising costs and supply chain strain have left owners and subcontractors facing delays, overruns and wider disruption after Probuild's collapse.
Contract wording will decide whether builders absorb Covid-19 shutdown and isolation costs, with no automatic time extension if it is silent.
The civil construction lobby will have a new voice on training, immigration and safety when Alan Pollard takes over as Chief Executive in January.
Payment disputes and tougher retention rules are pushing construction firms towards digital tools to avoid fines and delays.
Muddled records and missed hazards can leave firms facing fines, injuries and worse as regulators tighten scrutiny on worksites.
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