The World's Best Construction Podcast

This week we talk about The B1M's latest video; "Abu Dhabi Has Built the World’s LARGEST Aquarium" - Sea World Abu Dhabi is due to open in 2023 and is being constructed on Yas Island. Yep... another UAE world record! Also in the show we chat about the latest Tomorrow's Build video that highlights a Swedish consortium – including a firm called SSAB – that has developed a form of fossil-free steel at a factory in Lulea, Sweden, under an initiative called HYBRIT (Hydrogen Breakthrough Ironmaking Technology). This a HUGE deal for the construction industry, and the world. Later, we look at other news in the industry and discuss France's plan to cover car parks with solar panels. Also, there's news from Texas that a green land bridge is about to reunite the north and south sides of Houston's Memorial Park. AND there's a six-storey office building that's set to become one of the largest timber structures in London, designed by Foster + Partners. Lastly, we read out some of YOUR Apple Podcast reviews. This episode is sponsored by Red TeamGet in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we talk about The B1M's latest feature-length video on "The Insane Scale of Europe’s New Mega-Tunnel" - Denmark is building a record-breaking tunnel to Germany under the Fehmarn Belt. This is all part of the Trans-EuropeanTransport Network, a corridor that runs between Malta in the Mediterranean to the icy tundra's of Finland. Joining us to talk about this impressive video is one of the producers of the feature; Ian Parkin! Ian is a fantastic personality and brings a lot of knowledge (and jokes) to the episode. Later, we chat about Foster + Partners new Polish airport that's being built from scratch. The Centralny Port Komunikacyjny (CPK) airport will be Warsaw's newest airport. Also in the show, we look at Stefano Boeri Architects newly revealed proposal for a dramatic "International Forest Stadium" that would have replaced the San Siro in Milan - yes, we have opinions. Lastly, we talk about the 315-metre skyscraper that's set to become the tallest in Texas, designed by HKS Architects, the Wilson Tower will rise 80-storeys above Austin! We cover all of this PLUS your comments. Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we joined by a special guest, Matt Wheelis, SVP of Strategy, Build and Construct Division, Nemetschek Group. With Matt, we talk about The B1M's latest video "Why It’s SO HARD To Build a Skyscraper Here", we of course mean Mexico! There's many complex circumstances to this issue, which is why it's fortunate that we're joined by Matt to help us discuss the topic. HOWEVER, this hasn't stopped Mexico from producing some gorgeous 21st century skyscrapers. Also in the show, we get to know Matt a little better by asking him how he got into the construction industry AND what advice he'd give people wanting to get into sector. Later, we chat about the progress on the impressive new Richard Gilder Center in New York City from Studio Gang AND we discuss the newly announced "Vertical Forest" skyscrapers that are coming to Dubai - designed by Stefano Boeri Architects (the same firm behind Milan’s famous Bosco Verticale)!This episode is sponsored by Bluebeam.Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we talk about The B1M's latest video "Why India Doesn't Build Skyscrapers"... well, there's a little-known rule that stunts many of India's skylines - especially Mumbai. Also in the show, we look at the bamboo-inspired supertall skyscraper from SOM coming to Singapore. Later, we chat about Zaha Hadid Architect's latest stadium design in Hangzhou, China AND we look at the world’s tallest on-site 3D printed building in Saudi Arabia — at a height of just 9.9-metres. As always, we end the episode with your comments (including some responses to our thoughts on the NAC in Egypt last week!)Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we talk about Egypt's "New Administrative Capital" Project (NAC) that's being constructed just outside of Egypt's ancient and now preceding capital city, Cairo - the twist is that this new metropolis is being built in the middle of a desert that's centred around Africa's new tallest building - The Iconic Tower - a 393.8 metres (1,292 ft) beast of a skyscraper! Also in the show, we chat about the latest Tomorrow's Build video "The Problem With America’s Next Megacity"... is this Austin? San Francisco? Columbus?- nope! It's Miami, Florida.Later, we announce the WINNER of Construction Story of the Year. We talk about Saudi Arabia's "The Line" starting construction, and a new earth-sheltered stadium in Quzhou, China.We end the episode with your comments!Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're jumping into The B1M archive and discussing The Gordie Howe International Bridge and how it will transform the US/Canada border - oh, and it was almost never built! Also in the show, we chat about the Tomorrow's Build video where we covered "The Arctic City Where Everyone Cycles" - AKA: Oulu, Finland. Later, we look at the new details unveiled for $6 billion Penn Station renovationWe end the episode with "Funny Comment of the Week"!Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're discussing Sweden's $100BN plans to upgrade Gothenburg (Göteborg). We talk all about the city's massive development strategy, public transport powered by renewable energy, and "CityGate" – the highest office tower in the Nordics. Also in the show, we chat about a proposed new tree-covered skyscraper in Albania, Oslo’s push for zero-emission construction machinery, AND Saudi Arabia hosting the 2029 Asian Winter Games.This episode is brought to you by Bluebeam. We end the episode with your messages!Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're jumping into The B1M archive and discussing the $4 BILLION RAILWAY that's transforming Delhi, India. Also in the show, we chat about the Tomorrow's Build video where we covered Elon Musk's proposed "Las Vegas Loop" - WARNING: our opinions get quite spicy. Later, we look at a dramatic café designed by CUN PANDA NANA on Gulangyu, China that was inspired by the island's trees... Google it, you won't regret it.We end the episode with "Funny Comment of the Week"!Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're joined by The B1M's very own Aaron Wood! Together, we dive into our latest video on LONDON GATWICK AIRPORT! Every night, the construction team at Gatwick race to maintain the busiest single-runway airport in the world. Also in the show, we look at the latest Tomorrow's Build video that explains Phoenix, Arizona's battle with urban heat. Later, we look at Singapore's latest 51-storey "Biophilic Skyscraper" AND DJI's new Twin-Tower HQ in Shenzhen designed by Foster + Partners. We have opinions. We end the episode with "Funny Comment of the Week"!Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're joined by The B1M's very own Christine Beldon! Together, we're recapping our latest feature length video that looks into the STILL unfinished parts of New York City's World Trade Center, namely 2 WTC. Also in the show, we chat about the under-construction "Lucas Museum of Narrative Art" in Los Angeles AND Switzerland’s Jakob-Park Stadium Upgrade - SPOILER - we have some very controversial opinions!We end the episode with "Funny Comment of the Week"!Get in touch! Podcast@TheB1M.comwww.TheB1M.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.