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The UK, Australia and New Zealand may be different water markets, but each time I visit ANZ, I see more evidence of how much their challenges have in common. Ageing infrastructure, growing populations, resource constraints and ambitious environmental targets are putting pressure on how we plan and deliver investment. Across these markets, we’re seeing a growing shift towards longer-term, programme-based approaches that can help build stronger supply-chain relationships, capability and resilience. In my latest article, I explore what we can learn from each other as that shift gathers pace: https://lnkd.in/eDkvfWdi How much more could our water sectors gain by sharing experience across markets? #infrastructure #water

AI is no longer optional for winning construction work in the US. Following on from our latest Global Construction Market Intelligence (GCMI) report, I want to unpack what's really driving demand for AI-powered capacity solutions across North America. Skilled labor shortages remain the top challenge reported in our survey, and major programs are putting local markets under real strain. Schemes like the Ford Michigan Central Campus are reshaping capacity in their regions, requiring new housing, infrastructure and skilled trades all at once. At the same time, growth in sectors such as semiconductors and hyperscale data centers is intensifying competition for labor and resources, driving costs higher in hotspot markets: • Atlanta: $410.0 per square foot, rising 4.0% • Phoenix: $363.0 per square foot, rising 3.5% To meet growing demand, the industry must move beyond using AI simply to automate tasks and focus on how it can improve decision-making, workforce planning and delivery efficiency at scale. As capacity constraints increase, the ability to forecast demand, optimize resources and deliver projects more efficiently will become a key competitive advantage. This shift is already being reflected in client expectations. In our survey, 73% of respondents said AI capability is becoming more important in tenders and client discussions, particularly among financial services clients seeking more cost-effective delivery. As demand continues to rise, I expect to see rapid advancement in how the industry develops and applies AI to improve project outcomes, enhance productivity and help address capacity challenges. Read the latest GCMI report here: https://tur.town/4cWMY1v.

In the European Union, investment is increasingly flowing towards sectors critical to long-term resilience and growth like data centres, advanced manufacturing, defence and nationally significant infrastructure. While slowing construction cost inflation is bringing greater confidence to planning and forecasting, a new challenge is emerging - capacity is increasingly constrained in these high-growth sectors with increasing competition for specialist labour and MEP supply. For developers and project sponsors, success will depend on having a clear view of how labour, procurement, sector competition and supply chain constraints could impact delivery. Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/eV39pHcT Get in touch to discuss how our expertise in programmatic delivery can help you achieve your goals. #RealEstate #ConstructionCosts #GCMI2026

One of the biggest risks on light rail projects often isn’t the engineering itself, but the interfaces around it. In cities, these programmes have to be delivered while roads stay open, utilities remain live and key destinations still need access - that’s where things get complicated. If interfaces between organisations, assets and systems aren’t identified and owned early, they can quickly become a major source of delay and disruption. ✅ We see this criticality in major programmes like the Elizabeth Line, Sydney Metro and Dublin MetroLink. Different contexts, but a similar lesson: getting the joins right early makes a huge difference later. That’s why I think interface management is often underestimated. It’s not just a delivery detail. It can shape how well the whole programme performs. 💡 I’ve written a few more thoughts on that here: https://lnkd.in/eQhsJ8nW Please do get in touch if you’d like to chat through how this is relevant for your light rail programme. #Rail #LightRail #Infrastructure #ProjectControls #ProgrammeManagement

In the fast-paced water and utilities sector, we provide the data and insights that drive the very best results 💧 We have a strong history of working with major companies to deliver successful projects and improve the performance of asset portfolios around the world. 🤝 Learn more: https://tur.town/4xZIeRE

In the fast-paced water and utilities sector, we provide the data and insights that drive the very best results 💧 We have a strong history of working with major companies to deliver successful projects and improve the performance of asset portfolios around the world.