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Stantec selected to lead design services for Durham Region Transit’s new zero-emissions facility

Civil + Structural Engineer

The firm is partnering with RJC Engineers on structural design, and GHD is providing electrical design services. New functional spaces will include administrative areas, indoor bus storage with charging infrastructure for battery electric buses, and fleet maintenance and servicing areas. About Stantec Communities are fundamental.

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UGL wins second stage works on the Western Downs Battery

Roads Online

The contract, which is for renewable energy producers Neoen, consists of the installation of a 270 MW / 540 MWh Battery Energy Storage System and the high voltage infrastructure to connect it to the grid at Neoen’s Western Downs Green Power Hub.

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Skanska’s renovations prepare MetLife Stadium for FIFA World Cup

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in anticipation of the FIFA World Cup 2026. As part of the project, four corners of existing precast seating will be demolished and a new modular steel composite seating system will be introduced, alongside mechanical, electrical, audiovisual, and plumbing adjustments.

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Using DAS to Solve Capacity and Connectivity Challenges

Civil + Structural Engineer

The solution Mr. Tardy referenced is a Distributed Antenna System, or DAS. MetLife Stadium is a venue that will host the final match of the 2026 World Cup. “There is no reason for service to slow down because too many people are simultaneously accessing the area’s cellular service,” continued Mr. Tardy.

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First phase of Coffs Harbour Bypass tunnel complete

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Workers will now start excavating the tunnel floor, carry out the permanent tunnel lining works, install drainage, build the pavement, and complete the fit-out of the mechanical, electrical, fire, safety and intelligent transport systems.

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Well-funded mobility projects in 2023 will include massive amounts of technology

Civil + Structural Engineer

On-demand transit software, assistive technologies for trip planning, intelligent transportation systems and enhanced intersection signalization are components that are included in upcoming projects. That funding is scheduled to last through 2026 and the program will begin allocating funding for projects in 2023 within the coming weeks.

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Remember those 56,000 U.S. bridges that were classified as structurally unsound? They are about to be rebuilt 

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Mary Scott Nabers Much of the initial attention from infrastructure funding was focused on broadband and electric vehicle deployment. The bipartisan infrastructure bill provided $5 billion per year until 2026 just for bridges. Construction is forecasted for 2026.The