The building safety regime is under sustained scrutiny for holding up crucial projects and stunting economic growth, but it is here to stay, so the industry must adapt – and so must its clients, argues BESA’s director of specialist knowledge…
We sat down with Sam Turato of DW Refrigeration, who recently won Gold at the 2024 WorldSkills UK competition and was named Apprentice of the Year at Cardiff and Vale College. He shared his journey, experiences, and advice for anyone…
This guest post by Assured Trade Limited explores risk management strategies to help businesses stay financially stable and resilient. The views expressed are those of Assured Trade Limited and do not necessarily reflect the official position of BESA. This content…
In the world of engineering, every professional has a unique path that led them to their career. For Ella, a Trainee Contracts Engineer at Narbeths Mechanical Services in South Wales, her journey into mechanical building services was inspired by…
In the dynamic and highly regulated refrigeration and air conditioning (RAC) industry, achieving excellence extends beyond mere compliance with legal standards. Elevating your business practices can lead to enhanced operational efficiency, environmental responsibility, and a stronger market position. One pathway…
Heat Networks are emerging as a significant growth area within the building services industry. With the UK government committed to expanding these networks, the landscape is vibrant, offering numerous business opportunities. Government incentives, regulatory changes, and the need for skilled…
The UK government sees artificial intelligence as the answer to many of the country’s problems. From fixing potholes to reforming the NHS, it claims its recently unveiled AI Opportunities Action Plan could create 13,250 jobs and fire up economic growth,…
BESA President Adrian Hurley reflects on a tumultuous 2024 and looks ahead to potential business growth in 2025 despite extremely challenging economic conditions. BESA’s 120th anniversary year has been extraordinary and has pitched the Association and its members into the…
Building engineering firms are struggling to get to grips with new safety legislation and a big part of the problem is the “dense and confusing legal terminology” being used to describe their roles and responsibilities.
The building services industry will enter a new era at the end of this year with the removal of so-called ‘Grandfather Rights’ for engineering professions.
<!– –> news overview “red goes green” for World Sustainability Day October 25, 2024 , 12:36 pm At Aalberts integrated piping systems, we’re honored to contribute to the global sustainability movement, and our committed employees are at the heart of…
WorldSkills UK Overview At BESA we are proud to have been chosen as an organising partner of the WorldSkills UK competition, which celebrates both emerging and existing technical skills. We are responsible for organising the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (RAC)…
