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California High-Speed rail gathers pace with completion of major structures and release of track tender

New Civil Engineer

The first phase of the mega California High-Speed rail project is moving steadily with the recent completion of the line’s ninth rail structure this year and the release of a tender seeking contractors for track and overhead contact system design. The post California High-Speed rail gathers pace with completion of major structures and release of track tender appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Introduction to Hydro Jetting Method for Cleaning

Civil Engineer Blog

Have you ever stood outside in the rain, wearing rubber waders and digging a hole so you can access the sewage line? Anyone that has can tell you it isn’t a pleasant experience, and in many cases can be dangerous. The bacteria from an open sewage line can lead to a variety of illnesses and […] The post Introduction to Hydro Jetting Method for Cleaning first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.

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NAO raises concerns over DfT’s ability to deliver major projects

New Civil Engineer

The Department for Transport (DfT) may be unable to afford all the transport projects it has pledged to deliver under its £41bn annual budget, a new report from the National Audit Office (NAO) has warned. The post NAO raises concerns over DfT’s ability to deliver major projects appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Two Long-Haul Canada Oil and Gas Pipelines Eye Finish Line

ENR Construction

Coastal GasLink, a 670-km natural gas line, and the 980-km Trans-Mountain oil line expansion—both in British Columbia—provide needed boost to country's energy infrastructure but with high cost and delay.

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Expert Guide to Making the Best Construction ERP Decision for Your Firm

Choosing the right ERP system is a pivotal decision for any construction company. Our buyer’s guide is crafted to provide leaders with the essential knowledge needed to make informed choices. This guide delves into the critical aspects of selecting a construction ERP, including making the right decision, building internal support, and identifying the best software for your organization.

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Rail Baltica | Construction underway at terminal in Estonian capital

New Civil Engineer

Contractors have started work on the Ülemiste joint terminal in Tallinn, Estonia, the northern terminus of the Rail Baltica high speed railway. The post Rail Baltica | Construction underway at terminal in Estonian capital appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Digital solutions in civil engineering can provide climate change data essential to meeting net zero

New Civil Engineer

Many countries have established overarching commitments to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to net zero, and organisations are becoming increasingly subject to specific requirements to reduce emissions. The post Digital solutions in civil engineering can provide climate change data essential to meeting net zero appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Warning: Adding on to Your Building May Not Be Possible

Wolgast Corporation

What you should know before expanding your business Many of our clients begin their business expansion quest by attempting to add on to their existing building rather than moving their operation, and most of the time they’re able to move ahead without any problems. Expanding their existing space to make more room for additional manpower or machinery could be more affordable than building new or renovating another building.

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ENR 2023 Top Owners Sourcebook: Two Long-Haul Canada Gas and Oil Pipelines Finally Eye Finish Line

ENR Construction

As multi-billion-dollar Coastal GasLink and Trans-Mountain oil line expansion—both in British Columbia—near completion, Canada weighs if the needed energy infrastructure boost will offset high costs and delays.

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Scottish tender prices up 5% in past year

Construction News

Building tender prices in Scotland have risen by 5 per cent in the past year, according to the Building Cost Information Service (BCIS). The BCIS’s newly-formed Scottish Tender Price Assessment Panel also said that tender prices in the country rose by 1.0 per cent on… The post Scottish tender prices up 5% in past year appeared first on Construction News.

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The Ultimate Checklist for Choosing the Right Construction Management Software

Managing construction projects in disparate systems and spreadsheets is difficult due to numerous moving parts and diverse stakeholder needs. A dynamic, intuitive software solution is essential for everyone involved—owners, designers, engineers, Construction Managers, and General Contractors. Companies need a secure, centralized system to manage documents, scheduling, financials, and more.

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Two Long-Haul Canada Gas and Oil Pipelines Finally Eye Finish Line

ENR Construction

As multi-billion-dollar Coastal GasLink and Trans-Mountain oil line expansion—both in British Columbia—near completion, Canada weighs if needed energy infrastructure boost offsets high cost and delay

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Inland’s demise dominates October business failures

Construction News

Newly released Creditsafe data shows that construction administrations almost doubled year-on-year in October, with 37 failures compared with 19 the year before. And the year-to-date total of 312 marks a 58 per cent increase compared with the first 10 months of 2022. Eleven firms were… The post Inland’s demise dominates October business failures appeared first on Construction News.

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ENR 2023 Top Owners Sourcebook: Three Power Grid Expansions to Split $1.3B in U.S. Project Funding

ENR Construction

Proposed large transmission builds in New England, four western states and two border states will negotiate funding terms with the US Energy Dept.

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