News and Insights

Read About How CTS Support Contractors and Engineers with Expert Insight for Rail Assets

CTS appoints Matt Johanson as Managing Director. He will work alongside Phenna Groups, Divisional Managing Director Stuart Abbs, and the CTS management team to lead the business.

CTS proudly opens its new state-of-the-art laboratory facilities in Leicester.

Read About How CTS Are Expanding Their Technical Capability with Two-Dimensional Gas Chromatography for Petroleum Hydrocarbon Analysis

During Global Asbestos Awareness Week, we asked David Ratcliffe, Director of Analytical Services, to explain the different types of asbestos found in the UK and the testing methods used in identifying asbestos.

In this blog, we delve into the significance of concrete cube testing, the procedures, and its importance in maintaining construction quality standards.

CTS are celebrating Women in Construction week, which runs 3rd to 9th March.

CTS announces new industry leading construction materials, environmental chemistry and microbiology testing laboratory to open in Leicester.

Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC): An Overview, Challenges, and Solutions

Understanding the Standards for Highway Works Series 600 Testing

The Use of Recycled Aggregates in Construction: A Sustainable Solution

In this blog, we explore subsidence investigation, uncovering the various types of tests carried out to determine the underlying causes.

Understanding Common Tests Associated with Earthworks Testing in the UK

Exploring tests and surveys used during bridge and structural investigations.

Exploring the importance of soil stabilisation for the construction industry and highlighting its numerous benefits.

In Situ share an update on Cone Penetration Tests.

We discuss the three main environmental pollutants, Dust, Noise and Vibration.

David Ratcliffe and Jo Strange explore the differences between waste soil classification and WAC tests.

Abandoned Mineworkings in Scotland and The Impact upon Development

Claire Reynolds, Quality Manager, explores the reasons why impartiality is important in construction materials testing.

Pavement investigation services are essential in the United Kingdom.

CTS Spotlight on: Concrete deterioration and testing methods

We asked our calibration team and quality department to share their thoughts on why calibration is important.

CTS Group acquired by Oakley Capital to join Phenna Group

CTS completes acquisition of award winning geotechnical and geo-environmental company, In Situ Site Investigation

CTS completes the acquisition of Concept Engineering Consultants.

CTS complete comprehensive materials testing package for Jackson Civils

CTS acquires GT Certification to broaden its calibration portfolio and expand its material testing capability.

TOC is a measure of the organic carbon contained within soils.

CTS acquires Mason Evans to broaden geographical coverage into Scotland.

CTS, backed by Palatine, has completed a multi-million pound refinancing with European credit specialist funder Kartesia.

CTS announce the acquisition of Silkstone Environmental, an independent minerals and waste consultancy company.

CTS opens new on-site laboratory for SEGRO Logistics Park – Northampton Gateway

CTS acquires construction testing company Nicholls Colton

CTS acquires geotechnical consultancy CGL