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From starting as a Junior Technician to becoming an Operations Manager, this career journey highlights how hands-on learning, determination, and curiosity can lead to long-term progression in construction materials testing. Discover how technical expertise, problem-solving, and leadership combine to deliver accurate results that support safety, quality, and progress across the construction industry.

Jon Randall’s career is a story of resilience, adaptability, and continuous learning. From early redundancy to working on landmark projects like Silverstone, his journey shows that there’s no single path to success in construction.

Discover CTS’s expertise on how soil stabilisation testing methods can strengthen weak ground, prevents erosion, and ensure lasting foundations for construction and landscaping projects.

A glimpse into Zoe Cooper’s unexpected journey from tourism to becoming a Key Account Director at CTS, a story of resilience, reinvention, and a career built on strong relationships.

How Jim Bennett rose from a 19-year-old Lab Technician to General Manager at CTS, showcasing the real progression, hands-on learning, and long-term career growth available in the materials testing industry.

Follow Matt Mills’s growth from technician to manager at CTS, highlighting his dedication, ongoing training, and key work on projects like the Heathrow expansion.

Rebecca Parr began her career at CTS, where her curiosity and drive led her to take on wider marketing responsibilities across the Phenna Group.

How CTS gives young professionals like Ruby real experience, strong support, and study opportunities to build confidence and grow their careers.rs.

How Lee Morris is advancing his career while completing a CMI Level 7 in Senior Leadership and Management, supported by CTS’s commitment to employee development.

At CTS, our UKAS-accredited lab ensures compliance with the Street Works UK Material Classification Protocol, offering testing, reporting and expert support.

CTS is delighted to announce the appointment of Chris Simmons as Managing Director, effective immediately.

Discover three expert-approved methods for pile integrity testing under built structures. Learn how to ensure safety and accuracy when pile access is limited.

CTS has opened a new lab in Heathrow, boosting capacity for UKAS accredited testing of concrete, asphalt, soil, and aggregates. Backed by a £50,000 Phenna Group investment, the facility enhances service quality, creates local jobs, and marks a key step in CTS’s commitment to innovation and excellence.

Learn the key differences between on-site and lab earthworks testing. Discover how to test soil composition, bearing capacity, and select the best testing solutions for your construction project.

Learn how to test concrete strength on site or in the lab, read concrete cube test lab reports, and choose the right concrete testing approach for your project.

Learn more about asphalt, it's role in road construction, and why it's so important.

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.

Read more on the role and process of nuclear gauge testing measures for construction.

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

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

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