Tracking developments in the concrete industry

The concrete, cementitious, and mortar industries are dynamic and competitive, making it crucial for businesses to stay informed about planning developments. BDS Marketing Research offers a comprehensive planning information service across Great Britain, Northern Ireland, and Ireland, designed to support companies in navigating market changes and identifying opportunities.

BDS monitors and tracks planning applications daily, providing critical insights into new sites, site extensions, and variations in conditions. Subscribers gain access to updates on a range of products, including concrete blocks, bricks, block paving, roof tiles, flooring, and drainage products.

A Three-Tiered Planning Portal

BDS offers planning information through an online portal on an annual subscription basis. This service is built on three main features:

• Search: Full 365-day access, allowing users to find planning applications using keywords, dates, companies, regions, or application status.
• Report: Monthly updates detailing new applications and decisions from the last 30 days.
• Mapping: A live map that pinpoints active planning applications across Great Britain, offering clear geographic insights.

This structured approach ensures businesses can stay ahead of competitors, identify opportunities, and optimise their strategies in a rapidly evolving market.

Supporting the Construction Sector

Concrete, cementitious, and mortar schemes are just one focus of BDS’s monitoring. The company also tracks developments in other key sectors, including minerals, asphalt, and waste management. This makes the planning portal a valuable tool for businesses across the wider construction and waste industries.

Connect with BDS

Interested businesses can learn more about BDS’s planning information by emailing [email protected] or visiting the company’s website. Alternatively, attendees at the UK Concrete Show at Birmingham’s NEC on 26-27 February 2025 are invited to visit BDS’s stand to explore their services and reports in detail.

BDS’s planning portal is more than a data source—it’s a tool for unlocking insights and staying at the forefront of industry change.