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September 11, 2025

Ben Ainslie Racing HQ: A True Landmark

In the heart of Portsmouth Harbour, nestled on The Camber, stands a building that embodies ambition, precision, and sustainability the Ben Ainslie Racing Headquarters. Conceived as the nerve centre for Sir Ben Ainslie’s 2021 America’s Cup challenge, this prestigious facility is more than just a workplace; it’s a symbol of cutting-edge design and collaborative engineering.

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September 8, 2025

Rayner Out, Reed In – Housing Secretary Shake-Up

Following a high-profile resignation by Angela Rayner over a tax issue, UK prime minister Sir Keir Starmer moved swiftly to appoint Steve Reed as the new Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government. Reed, who previously served as Environment Secretary, inherits Rayner’s housing brief at a critical juncture. He has launched his tenure with a promise to “get Britain building” so that “everyone has access to affordable, safe homes and thriving communities”.

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September 4, 2025

Our graduates reflect on their first week at Brookbanks

Brookbanks is excited to launch this years' Graduate Rotation Programme!

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September 4, 2025

Meet Our Development Management Group

At Brookbanks, Development Management is more than just a service - it’s a commitment to transforming ideas into thriving, fully delivered developments. From the moment a concept is sketched on paper to the final stages of delivery, we’re there every step of the way.

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August 28, 2025

Building Safety Act 2022

The Building Safety Act 2022 (BSA 2022) marks a defining moment for the UK’s built environment, fundamentally reshaping the regulatory framework for building safety, design & construction in the wake of the Grenfell Tower tragedy and subsequent Hackett inquiry.

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August 27, 2025

Structural Engineering: Integrated, Efficient, and Built to Last

At Brookbanks, structural engineering is about more than just making things stand up. It’s about designing efficient, cost-effective, and practical structures that work in harmony with the entire development.

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August 26, 2025

Our Monthly Newsletter: Summer Reflection

As summer draws to a close, Brookbanks is taking a moment to reflect on the past few months of progress, innovation, and transformation across the development and infrastructure sectors. With new policy shifts and industry reviews shaping the landscape, we’re also looking forward to the opportunities ahead and how we can help our clients stay ahead of the curve.

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August 21, 2025

Unlocking Potential: The Brookbanks Approach to Smarter Development

At Brookbanks, we go beyond delivering technical, commercial, and project services - we unlock the full potential of every development. Our mission is to create tangible value by combining deep expertise, innovative thinking, and a unified approach that makes every stage of the development process smoother, smarter, and more efficient.

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August 20, 2025

Webinar: Value Enhancement on Civil Engineering Schemes

Richard Moorcroft, Group Operations and Engineering Director, and Siobhan Murphy, Technical Director, explored the challenges in unlocking long-term value across the lifecycle of a complex civil engineering scheme, sharing the lessons and tips they felt could support future schemes.

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August 18, 2025

Post-Contract Administration

Delivering value after the contract is signed: The Cost and Commercial team at Brookbanks cover a wide range of services, from cost plans to expert reports. One area in which we have a strong breadth of expertise is in post-contract administration.

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August 13, 2025

BREEAM New Construction v7 – What You Need to Know

The Building Research Establishment (BRE) is preparing to launch BREEAM New Construction v7 in Summer 2025 — the most significant update in recent years. The changes strengthen the focus on whole-life carbon, resilience and operational performance, while better aligning with international sustainability frameworks.

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August 12, 2025

Net Zero – Where are we?

Net zero has a guilty reputation for feeling like a vast and often complicated topic. Even so, it remains a topic that the entire global real estate and construction industry are deeply engaged in.

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