22nd Oct 2024

Sir Robert McAlpine is the proud headline sponsor of Smart Construction 2024

This event, hosted by Constructing Excellence North East on 22 October in Newcastle, aims to raise awareness of innovation in construction.

Shaping the future of innovation in the North East

Smart Construction 2024, hosted by Constructing Excellence North East (CENE), is set to be the region’s premier event for showcasing cutting-edge innovations in construction.

With Sir Robert McAlpine as headline sponsor, this event will bring together leading industry professionals to explore the latest advancements in digital technology, sustainable building practices, and modern construction methods.

Join us at Newcastle University’s Catalyst Building on 22 October to learn, connect, and be inspired.

This event is led by CENE’s Innovation Group, with representatives from Sir Robert McAlpine, Applebridge, GSS Architecture, Northumbria University, and others. It focuses on harnessing innovation across three key areas: digital technology, sustainable construction, and modern methods of construction.

22nd October

The Catalyst, Newcastle

All day

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Newcastle Helix

The Spark

The Spark is our fourth contribution to the city’s Helix quarter, a future-ready, 12 storey office building in the heart of Newcastle.

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The Lumen

We utilised the latest building and construction innovation at The Lumen.

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Frederick Douglass Centre

A landmark Newcastle development, Frederick Douglass Centre incorporates the highest standards of sustainable design and building innovation.

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The Core

We designed and constructed a seven storey building, The Core for Newcastle University in 2014.

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  • The Spark The Lumen March 2022
  • Exterior view of The Lumen at Newcastle Helix, showcasing its modern design with a curtain wall facade and integrated 'halo' lighting.
  • Exterior view of the Frederick Douglass Centre showcasing its standout geometric facade
  • The Core Building Exterior

Event Details

  • Digital Construction

    We invest in industry-leading software and mobile applications. So we can deliver cost efficiencies and top performance - each and every time.

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