After a difficult period that saw trading dogged by surging inflation and delayed projects, the construction industry’s top firms appear to be recovering. But inequalities are growing, writes Steve Menary.

Phil Bishop reports on Network Rail’s footbridge replacement programme and its mission to industrialise production

Dutch heavy-lift and transport specialist Mammoet has unveiled a new contender for the title ‘World’s most powerful land-based crane’. David Taylor reports

Phil Bishop reports on Network Rail’s footbridge replacement programme and its mission to industrialise production

Contractors are working on the construction of a new entrance to Bristol’s Temple Meads railway station, albeit one which will remain in the sidings until 2026. Paul Thompson reports