AGGREKO is urging construction managers to act to protect site productivity and worker welfare as extreme heat increasingly becomes the norm on building sites.
The call follows the Glenigan 2025 Summer Forecast predicting a 24% growth in UK construction over the next three years, alongside recent Met Office warnings of unseasonably high summer temperatures and prolonged heat-related risks.
Aggreko’s recent report, Building in Resilience: Weather-proofing European Construction in a Changing Climate, found that over 70% of UK construction managers have experienced major weather-related delays, with extreme heat cited as the most significant threat to works. These delays are financial as well as operational, with 39% of UK respondents reporting penalties due to weather-related disruptions.
With infrastructure investment on the rise, Aggreko is encouraging construction companies to secure the necessary equipment to maintain safe and efficient conditions for future projects. This includes industrial chillers and air handling units.
Tom Adlington, UK construction sector sales manager at Aggreko, said, “While the Glenigan forecast signals a strong period of growth for UK construction, our research shows that extreme heat could put this progress at risk. Rising temperatures can lead to equipment failure, material damage and health risks for workers on site.
“By planning ahead and working with experienced partners, businesses can ensure they have access to the right ventilation and temperature control solutions. This is key to keeping projects on track and people safe.
“As we look ahead to a period of accelerated growth in UK construction, it is vital companies do not overlook the operational risks posed by extreme weather. Through proper planning and ensuring access to the right equipment now, project stakeholders will be well-placed to withstand hotter and more challenging conditions when they arise.
“At Aggreko, our energy solutions help businesses stay agile, efficient and responsive. It’s about being proactively prepared and ensuring that progress isn’t compromised by preventable disruption.”
