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  • Story_1_BIM
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    A new dawn for the construction industry

    2019-09-11T10:33:00Z

    As the world’s population continue to grow, demand for enhanced and new infrastructure has never been greater. This poses many challenges and intensifies the risks of project delays and cost overruns. But the tech revolution is bringing fresh new opportunities, albeit slowly

  • Story_2_3D_Printing
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    Printing grand designs

    2019-09-11T10:30:00Z

    Highly cost-effective, energy-efficient, fast – 3D printing could be the future of homebuilding. But is the technology too new for insurers?

  • Story_5_Cyber
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    Cyber protection? Still under construction

    2019-09-11T10:28:00Z

    Contractors and construction sites are becoming more digitised – leaving them exposed to cyber risks. But why would a hacker target a construction contractor?

  • Story_5_Green_construction_revised
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    Can construction truly go green?

    2019-09-11T10:25:00Z

    After a sustained push to improve the energy efficiency of homes and offices, the focus has now shifted to the construction companies that build them – and they are not performing well

  • Story_5_partnership
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    Expert view: A trusted partnership pays claims quicker

    2019-09-11T10:23:00Z

    Construction claims can be highly intricate and, on occasion, contentious. In such situations, being able to build trust between key stakeholders within the claims process is vital if you are to achieve successful outcomes, says Jonathan Sargent, head of wholesale property & casualty claims, EMEA, Swiss Re Corporate Solutions