Skanska bullish on US work amid upcoming White House changes
Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
The Swedish firm reported strong construction performance in the States and said it anticipates that to persist.
Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
The Swedish firm reported strong construction performance in the States and said it anticipates that to persist.
New Civil Engineer
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
The Victorian-era Branksome East viaduct in Bournemouth has been earmarked for demolition by the local authority in its infrastructure delivery plan. The post Victorian era 10-arch Bournemouth viaduct earmarked for demolition appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
New Jersey ironworker and business leader Joseph Merlino says that young people need more paths to the trades.
New Civil Engineer
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
The mood in the UK rail supply sector remains low, with the majority (83%) of business leaders expecting a hiatus in work and almost half (48%) expecting the industry to shrink. The post Confidence among UK rail supply sector remains low as business expected to slow appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
The central bank aims to foster a more supportive lending environment, an encouraging sign for building activity.
New Civil Engineer
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
A document released by National Highways has detailed how the construction schedule for its now-cancelled £320M Arundel bypass on the A27 was impacted by 59 weeks through inefficiencies. The post Lessons from cancelled £320M A27 bypass where inefficiencies impacted scheme by 59 weeks appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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New Civil Engineer
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Engineers at the University of Bath have developed a world-first national level flooding model for the nation of Türkiye utilising machine learning techniques. The post Engineers develop machine learning tool for world-first national flood model for Türkiye appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
The Construction Index
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Merlo UK has appointed Blue Central as its distributor for Cheshire, Lancashire, Merseyside, Shropshire, Staffordshire, West Yorkshire, West Midlands and Warwickshire.
New Civil Engineer
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
UN Cop16 proved that organisations from around the world understand that there is a critical need to improve biodiversity with new developments, according to Mott MacDonald’s nature services lead. The post Motts technical director: Cop16 showed biodiversity has a seat at the global infrastructure table appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Roads Online
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Alex Fraser glass recycling plant is capable of producing 200,000 tonnes of recycled glass sand per year. Images: Alex Fraser. As Alex Fraser celebrates its 145th anniversary, Roads and Infrastructure reflects on the company’s journey to becoming one of Australia’s leading providers of recycled construction materials. Alex Fraser is one of a few Australian companies to have 145 years of operation behind them.
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Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.
New Civil Engineer
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
North Somerset Council has advanced plans to replace the ageing Winterstoke Road Bridge in Weston-super-Mare by entering into a construction contract with Octavius Infrastructure. The post Octavius appointed to £20M job to replace crucial World War II bridge in North Somerset appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Roads Online
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Fulton Hogan is adopting greener and cleaner technologies as part of its push to achieve both internal and external sustainability goals. Images: Fulton Hogan. With real and meaningful reductions at front of mind, Fulton Hogan is transitioning a number of its asphalt plants in south east Queensland from diesel to natural gas. Rory Bracken, Head of Carbon and Circular Economy – Fulton Hogan, explains how this change will provide greener outcomes for years to come.
Construction News
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Homes England is seeking development partners for two mixed-use schemes in Sheffield valued at a combined £290m. The government agency yesterday (6 November) published an official procurement notice for the Furnace Hill and Neepsend projects in the South Yorkshire city. It expects to shortlist three… The post Partners wanted for £290m Sheffield schemes appeared first on Construction News.
Roads Online
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Image courtesy of the Victorian Government. The Bridge Inn Road Upgrade has seen the final section of new lanes opened to traffic in Melbourne’s north, marking the completion of major works. The upgrade will help reduce travel times, improve safety and boost connectivity to homes, businesses and local amenities including Mernda’s train station and town centre.
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For Construction Pros
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Electric machines can be the perfect solution if you are working in certain kinds of worksites. Here are the top five worksites to use electric equipment and machines.
Roads Online
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Image: www.planning.nsw.gov.au Inland Rail has awarded John Holland the contract to deliver the Illabo to Stockinbingal section of the 1600-kilometre Inland Rail project in New South Wales. John Holland will deliver design and construction works for the next 39-kilometre section of the project between Illabo and Stockinbingal (I2S). The I2S project includes the construction of several bridges and level crossings, numerous culverts and a new crossing loop.
New Civil Engineer
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
In today’s increasingly competitive business landscape, organisations across various different industries are continuing to turn to data analytics to enhance their decision-making processes and by extension, their bottom line. Naturally, there are some organisations whose use of data insights far exceeds their competitors, and what… The post The importance of data maturity in cultivating a data-driven culture appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
The Construction Index
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
More than a million cubic metres of concrete has now been set for the West Midlands stretch of HS2.
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OmTrak
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Understanding Project Governance Project governance refers to the framework of processes and policies that guide project decisions, ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. It should focus on the delivery of an ‘operating asset,’ not just a construction project. It is essential for the success of any infrastructure project because it guarantees that not only is the project well-planned, but that the ongoing use and maintenance of the ass
The Construction Index
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
A new season of construction is under way in Antarctica for the British Antarctic Survey.
Equipment World
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
The T-Boss 550L, T-Boss 560L and T-Boss 760L feature a standard heater and a fully enclosed cabin made with durable tempered glass for winter weather.
Job Order Contracting
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
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The specialty contractor space is facing a transformative period, driven by labor shortages, rapid technological advancements, and increasing regulatory requirements. In 2024, contractors must navigate complex challenges like fragmented management systems and delays in payment. This guide offers a deep dive into the key disruptions reshaping the industry over the next 24 months, including digitization, sustainable practices, and modular construction.
ENR Construction
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Vantage Data Centers is planning a three-building campus in New Albany, Ohio, where several other data center projects are also being developed.
For Construction Pros
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Construction and related industries will likely benefit for the second interest rate cut this year.
ENR Construction
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Top specialty contractors are investing in more training programs to help field managers battle burnout across jobsites as they navigate bigger construction challenges.
For Construction Pros
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Several associations and organizations related to the construction industry have drafted public reactions to the U.S. presidential election.
Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network
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The Contractor Magazine
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Board members approved at 70th Annual Meeting of the Membership.
For Construction Pros
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
This short list includes a wide range of events covering all kinds of areas in the concrete industry. Take a look and see which you will be attending in 2025.
The Construction Index
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
The former directors of failed modular builder Beattie Passive Group are back in business with the Beattie name after a deal with the administrators.
For Construction Pros
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Economic necessity has driven a surge in adaptive reuse with office buildings being converted into multi-family housing options and shopping malls being converted into residential units with adjacent entertainment facilities.
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