Strabag UK has been awarded a contract to deliver essential improvement works to Aldenham Reservoir in Hertfordshire. The project aims to ensure the reservoir's continued safe and efficient operation and provide a reliable water supply to the surrounding areas.
PepsiCo UK is investing £3.6m in solar generation for its Leicester distribution centre, aiming to reduce its carbon footprint and increase renewable energy use. This move sets an example for other companies to invest in sustainable energy solutions, driving growth in the renewable energy sector.
Construction output in Great Britain has increased in January 2026, driven by a surge in repair and maintenance work, while new work has fallen. This trend highlights the importance of repair and maintenance in supporting the construction industry's overall output.
Anthropic has launched Cowork, a Claude Desktop agent that allows non-technical users to work with AI without coding. This launch positions Anthropic to compete with major players in the conversational AI space, including OpenAI and Google.
Salesforce has launched a new Slackbot AI agent to enhance workplace productivity, positioning Slack at the center of emerging workplace AI trends. The new Slackbot is now available to Business+ and Enterprise+ customers, and is expected to increase efficiency and automation in the workplace.
