March 2025: Key Industry Trends Impacting Bids & Tenders

The March 2025 edition of The Edge highlights the latest developments across innovation, technology, equipment, materials and policy. These insights support more responsive and relevant bid strategies aligned with client expectations and industry priorities.

In this issue:

• Leeds Beckett University pioneers AI-driven quality assurance for fire protection installations
• The Clean Futures Accelerator showcases transport decarbonisation solutions at BCIMO
• AI innovations across transport and construction, from tram safety to estimating software, continue to advance
• Network Rail trials helicopter-borne camera systems and explores machine learning for asset inspections
• Circular economy gains momentum with material passports and low-carbon concrete trials
• Government invests £600m in training and workforce development across the construction sector
• Equipment innovation features hydrogen-powered plant, robotic lift installation and reusable concrete sensors
• New sustainability initiatives include research into microplastics and contractor-led renewable energy projects

Whether adapting to policy shifts, exploring emerging technologies or refining delivery models, The Edge provides a monthly overview of developments shaping the procurement landscape.

Download The Edge: March 2025 for the full update.
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