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[ 17 August 2026 ] UK aquifers showing “remarkable resilience” despite driest July on record Earth Sciences
[ 13 August 2026 ] Railway station platform replacement needed improved ground conditions Company News
[ 12 August 2026 ] Trade association invests to meet increased demand for apprentice training Company News
[ 11 August 2026 ] New advanced digital suite enables smarter flat roofing design Company News
[ 10 August 2026 ] RICS reports infrastructure is “strongest part of the UK construction market” Construction Technology

The River Chess is fed by the Chalk aquifer of the Chiltern Hills.

UK aquifers showing “remarkable resilience” despite driest July on record

17 August 2026 GeoCon News 0

Despite the UK experiencing one of its driest summers on record, with hosepipe bans in place and many areas officially in drought, research conducted by scientists at the British Geological Survey (BGS) has shown that […]

The acquisition of Galt Geotechnics will enable Fugro to establish an Australian hub for GroundIQ®.

Fugro to acquire Galt Geotechnics and establish Australian hub for GroundIQ

20 July 2026 GeoCon News 0

Leading geo-data specialist Fugro is to acquire Galt Geotechnics, a company of consulting geotechnical engineers, engineering geologists and environmental scientists based in Perth and Darwin, Australia. The acquisition will enable Fugro to establish an Australian […]

Mainmark has delivered cutting-edge ground improvement solutions worldwide for over 30 years.

Urgent warning for action on subsidence to protect UK infrastructure

1 July 2026 GeoCon News 0

Prioritising the longevity of the UK’s critical infrastructure is crucial amid the growing risk of subsidence. That’s the stark warning issued by Ian Thornhill, the new head of ground engineering and asset preservation specialist Mainmark […]

Temporary roadways can quickly be built up from mats that will withstand significant loads and high volumes of traffic.

Wetter winters and major infrastructure projects drive demand for temporary roadways

1 July 2026 GeoCon News 0

Ross McDermott Managing Director at Spencer Quantum. Chartered Geologist and experienced SHE Advisor. … As more frequent and prolonged wet ground conditions continue to affect site access and construction programmes here in the UK, we […]

Drilling has commenced for the first of three boreholes, 6,000 feet (1,800 metres) deep.

Deep Fission commences borehole drilling for landmark nuclear project

11 March 2026 GeoCon News 0

Advanced nuclear energy company Deep Fission, which is developing small modular pressurized water reactors installed one mile underground, has announced it has begun drilling its first data acquisition well in Parsons, Kansas, USA. The well […]

The new Comacchio X mining exploration division will support customers with dedicated, highly specialised expertise.

Comacchio X mining exploration division launched at PDAC2026

2 March 2026 GeoCon News 0

Comacchio SpA, the family-owned Italian company specialising in the design and manufacture of high-performance drilling rigs, has announced the launch of Comacchio X, its new mining exploration division. The announcement was made at PDAC2026, the […]

The GEL United Downs power station in Cornwall is delivering the UK’s first ever electricity generated from deep geothermal resources.

Geothermal electricity goes live in Cornwall

26 February 2026 GeoCon News 0

For the first time, UK consumers are able to take advantage of geothermal electricity, being produced 24/7 by Geothermal Energy Lithium (GEL) at its United Downs plant in Cornwall. Taking advantage of this a major […]

Geo Week 2026 attracted more attendees than ever before.

Geo Week 2026 attracts geospatial and mapping professionals in record numbers

20 February 2026 GeoCon News 0

Thousands of geospatial and mapping professionals gathered in Denver, Colorado, USA, in February 2026 for Geo Week, the industry’s premier conference and tradeshow showcasing advanced mapping technologies. The event drew 3,509 professionals from more than […]

Monitoring shallow groundwater as part of the British Geological Survey's Common Ground project.

BGS secures funding for Common Ground project to enhance value of GI data for UK construction and environmental sectors

6 February 2026 GeoCon News 0

The Government Office for Technology Transfer has pledged additional funding for the British Geological Survey (BGS) to continue and expand its pioneering Common Ground project. This initiative aims to develop a national geotechnical properties data […]

SESRO clay compaction trials took place in May 2025.

Thames Water seeks contractor for £5.7bn reservoir following clay compaction trials

22 January 2026 GeoCon News 0

Thames Water has launched a £5.7 billion tender notice to bring a contractor on board to build its proposed White Horse Reservoir in Oxfordshire. The 150 billion litre reservoir is one of nine new reservoirs […]