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Session One of the 2026 RICS Assessment of Professional Competence (APC) is now underway, with Built Environment final assessment interviews beginning on 11 May 2026. For candidates working towards MRICS status, this is one of two key windows in the year to demonstrate that they have reached the required standard of professional competence, and with significant changes now in place, it is more important than ever to be properly prepared.

A different side of surveying that often goes unseen is supporting APC candidates on their journey to becoming Chartered Surveyors. At Bressummer Ark , our team regularly helps aspiring surveyors prepare for their APC through mock interviews, presentation reviews and practical guidance based on real industry experience.

With more commercial property owners looking at solar, the conversation is shifting. It’s no longer just about energy savings — it’s about whether your building is actually ready for it.

Quinquennial surveys provide clarity, reassurance, and a clear plan for maintaining historic buildings. Here’s why they matter more than you might think.

Full steam ahead on surveys and PPMs across the South, maintaining responsive service and supporting clients with fast-turnaround instructions.

Most lease renewals are treated as routine — but without understanding the building’s condition, tenants can take on far more risk than they realise.

Energy efficiency is becoming an increasingly important issue in the UK commercial property market. Government regulations aimed at improving the environmental performance of buildings are evolving, and one of the most significant frameworks landlords need to understand is the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES).

With the new RICS standard on AI now in effect, surveying firms must follow clear rules around how technology is used in professional services. We explore what this means for property owners and how Bressumer ARK ensures clients remain in safe hands.

Commercial property transactions often appear straightforward on the surface: agree terms, instruct solicitors, sign documents and complete. In reality, they carry significant technical and financial risk. Hidden defects, compliance issues and unclear repair obligations can quickly turn a good deal into an expensive mistake.

Industrial warehouses often appear simple, but many of the most costly issues remain hidden until a lease ends, a building is sold, or operations change. This article explains what surveyors look for in industrial warehouses — from roofs and floors to external areas and fire safety — and why understanding condition early can help reduce risk, cost and disruption.

We’re delighted to welcome Steve to the Bressummer A.R.K team as our new Associate Director. Here’s a little more about him…

Browse the questions we tend to get asked most around how we operate and our company.