Latest Civil Stories
How your firm could net a 37.5% saving via the R&D tax creditJune 13, 2019
A common misconception is that only multinationals benefit from the R&D tax credit but, in reality, many Irish SMEs are engaged in the development of new and improved products, manufacturing processes, tools, machinery or tech which could be eligible for the credit and which could cut R&D costs by more than a third, writes Bernard Doherty
Enhancing value for money in public procurement of Northern Ireland construction projectsMay 29, 2019
The Quebec Bridge collapse: A preventable failure — Part 2May 29, 2019
Paving sustainablyMay 29, 2019
Researchers at the MIT Concrete Sustainability Hub study the many factors that influence a pavement’s environmental footprint
DCU researcher on filling in the data gaps for smart citiesMay 29, 2019
‘Engineering contributions to humanity through the ages and challenges for 2050’May 20, 2019
The Institution of Structural Engineers' Joe Kindregan says today's engineers need a more holistic approach to meet the challenges of climate change, globalisation and urbanisation, and the leadership expectations of tomorrow’s engineers will be significant and there will be less emphasis on technical skills and a stronger focus on soft skills
Improvements to Belfast-Derry road: An overviewMay 20, 2019
The Quebec Bridge collapse: A preventable failure — Part 1May 20, 2019
Assigned assessment of contaminated land risksMay 20, 2019
Glass skyscrapers: A great environmental folly that could have been avoidedMay 20, 2019
Structural engineering: A peak into the futureMay 7, 2019
In this article, submitted to the Institution of Structural Engineers Kenneth Severn Award 2018, and which received a commendation, RPS' Michael Minehane asks what structural engineering practice will look like in 10-15 years’ time and how can the professional community help with preparations
‘The Chief’ Down Under: The life and works of engineering hero CY O’ConnorMay 7, 2019
Promoting a project management culture in a local authority contextMay 7, 2019
The acute need for a project management approach within Limerick City and County Council arose from the introduction of a matrix organisational structure in April 2016 following the merger of the two local authorities in 2014, writes John Moloney
Can deep roads restore public spaces and limit climate change?May 7, 2019
Cities around the world are trying to ban cars from urban areas as traffic congestion takes a toll on our health and environment. Are deep roads the answer?
The I-35W Highway Bridge collapse: Lessons learnedApril 23, 2019
From its initial design to the stockpiling of materials during subsequent renovation, Sean Brady details a succession of failures and missed opportunities that resulted in the catastrophic collapse of a highway bridge in Minnesota
Recycling plastic waste in cement composites: An analysisApril 23, 2019
Gurbir Kaur and Sara Pavía explore the possibility of raising the amount of recycled plastic (34%) by replacing sand with plastic waste in mortars and concretes, as this would not only reduce plastic incineration and landfill but would also lower raw material extraction with the consequent economy in fuel and carbon emissions
Professional indemnity market in Ireland: Update and overviewApril 23, 2019
The professional indemnity market in Ireland is undergoing significant change. This also applies to those that purchase design and construct professional indemnity insurance. Brian O’Mara looks at the current state of the market, and revisits important steps every firm should take regarding their own renewal
Laying the ground for robotic strategies in environmental protectionApril 23, 2019
Draught reduction measures and their impact on building air quality: An investigationApril 9, 2019
European cities continue to grow greener: Part IIApril 9, 2019
The European Green Capital Award, which was initiated in 2008, aims to reward cities for environmental performance, sustainability plans and acting as a role model for other cities. In Part II, we look at the four cities in this case study: Copenhagen, Essen, Nijmegen and Oslo