Emap acquires Montgomery share of Interbuild

Emap has acquired the 50% shareholding in Interbuild that was formerly held by Montgomery Exhibitions. Formal ownership starts on 7 July. Interbuild will become part of Emap Construct, reporting to managing director Graham Harman. Interbuild is a 109-year-old brand and has staged 50 shows. The next event is in 2006. Derek Carter, chief executive office of Emap Communications, says, ‘Emap is the largest organiser of business-to-business exhibitions in the UK, with a proven record of delivering successful shows with international influence. Our closeness to market in the construction sector is one of our great strengths. We will use our considerable exhibition experience and market knowledge to secure Interbuild’s future as the largest UK building show.’



modbs tv logo

BCIA welcomes tougher commercial building energy standards but calls for greater ambition across the wider sector

The Building Controls Industry Association (BCIA) has welcomed the government’s confirmation that privately rented non-domestic buildings over 1,000 square metres in England and Wales will be expected to achieve a minimum EPC B rating by 2031, describing the move as an important step forward in improving the energy performance of the UK’s commercial building stock.

GOLDBECK commits to three-year schools partnership to inspire Cardiff’s future construction talent

GOLDBECK has launched a new long-term education initiative in Cardiff, committing to support three local primary schools as part of a programme designed to introduce young children to enterprise, careers and the wider world of construction.