Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

The American building industry has thrived in recent years while growth has eluded contractors in many other countries. Here’s why.

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

by Mary Scott Nabers Public officials at the local government level are initiating large, innovative, and forward-thinking projects aimed at enhancing economic prosperity in various regions of the country over the next few decades. Many of the projects are funded by federal programs, with billions yet to be allocated before the end of 2026 unless the programs are reauthorized—which may or may not happen.

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New Civil Engineer

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

High Speed 2 Ltd (HS2 Ltd), the government-owned company in charge of delivering HS2, may be brought under direct state control as a result of a new government-commissioned review. The post Government considering bringing HS2 Ltd under state control appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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The Construction Index

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

A study of lessons to be learned from the cancellation of the northern legs of HS2 says that politicians are to blame for the spiralling costs, not engineers or the construction industry.

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Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network

In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.

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Construction News

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Georgina Jones is deputy chief executive of charity SOS Silence of Suicide The new Labour government’s target of building 1.5 million homes over five years has been welcomed in many quarters, but what does this really mean for the welfare of construction workers in an… The post Homebuilding targets risk piling pressure on workers’ mental health appeared first on Construction News.

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Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Users of Foundation Software, which serves 43,000 construction pros, may be at risk of intrusion if they still use default credentials, according to cybersecurity firm Huntress.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

How you can get ready for the 2024 YEA Award Competition that starts next week The anticipation is building as Civil+Structural Engineering Media gears up for its 2024 Yearbook Engineering Achievement (YEA) Award competition. This prestigious event celebrates innovation, excellence, and achievement in the AEC industry, showcasing groundbreaking projects from around the globe.

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New Civil Engineer

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Great British Nuclear (GBN) has advanced small modular reactor (SMR) designs from GE-Hitachi, Holtec Britain, Rolls-Royce SMR and Westinghouse Electric Co. to the next round of its competition. The post Great British Nuclear SMR competition whittled down to final 4 following initial tenders appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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The Construction Index

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Luton Town Football Club’s development company, 2020 Developments, has submitted a detailed application for a new 25,000-capacity stadium at its Power Court site in Luton town centre.

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Equipment World

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

The 6,000-metric-ton-capacity crane has a main mast length of 561 feet, or 898 feet when using the fixed jib attachment. Details at Equipment World.

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Construction News

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Construction industry growth has continued for the sixth consecutive month, indicating a “continued industry revival”. The headline S&P Global UK Construction Purchase Manager’s Index (PMI) registered at 53.6 for August, slightly down from 55.3 in July. Any figure above the neutral mark of 50 represents… The post Construction activity grows for sixth month in a row appeared first on Construction News.

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Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Cannabis use is illegal in just four states but remains prohibited at the federal level. Lawyers say navigating the issue in construction demands a clear-eyed approach.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Platinum Contracting has completed construction on La Cova in South Shore at Lake Las Vegas, expanding Southern Nevada’s largest lakeside master planned community. As the general contractor for the landmark project, the heavy civil construction firm successfully laid the groundwork for a premier residential subdivision. The comprehensive construction project included extensive grading, paving, concrete work and the installation of essential infrastructure components such as wet and dry utilities

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New Civil Engineer

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is poised to give the green light to the extension of the High Speed 2 (HS2) rail project up to London Euston and the development of the station itself. The post Government tipped to green light HS2 Euston development in Autumn Budget appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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The Construction Index

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Legal & General has agreed the sale of house-builder Cala Group (Holdings) Limited to investment firm Sixth Street Partners and real estate investor Patron Capital.

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For Construction Pros

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Stellantis, parent company of Dodge and other brands, revealed it would invest more than $406 million in three facilities in Michigan to develop a platform that can be shared for both electric and hybrid vehicles.

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Construction News

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

David Savage is a partner and head of construction engineering & projects at Charles Russell Speechlys Grenfell Tower was an all too typical project for its level of value, procured on the same flawed basis of construction economics and pressures that are still recognisable everywhere.… The post Grenfell Tower Inquiry: a crucial step forward with significant challenges appeared first on Construction News.

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Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Relatives of three of the six construction workers who died March 26 in Baltimore are filing suit against the cargo ship Dali’s owner and manager.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

by Mike Mack The architecture, engineering and construction sector is notorious for its challenges, from tight deadlines to unexpected planning, permitting, design and construction obstacles. Whether working in water, transportation, power or some other industry, teams are often faced with unexpected issues in an intense, often high-stress and highly charged environment.

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New Civil Engineer

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

The Transport Action Network (TAN) has demanded the Department for Transport (DfT) cancel £15bn worth of upcoming road schemes tabled by the previous Conservative government, including the £9bn Lower Thames Crossing. The post Transport Action Network demands DfT cancel £15bn worth of ‘unaffordable’ Conservative road schemes appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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The Construction Index

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

After a difficult period that saw trading dogged by surging inflation and delayed projects, the construction industry’s top firms appear to be recovering. But inequalities are growing, writes Steve Menary.

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For Construction Pros

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

DrivewaysByUs, a fifth generation paving business based in Fredericksburg, VA, shares the secret family method for building stronger asphalt driveways that stand the test of time.

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Construction Placements

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

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Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

The construction giant leveraged a physical crane attachment that employs sensors and anticipates weight shifts to put 10,000-pound formwork slabs in place accurately and safely.

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Construction News

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Manufacturer Kingspan’s dishonest marketing created a “spurious” market for polymer-based insulation for use on high-rise buildings, according to the Grenfell Inquiry phase 2 report. Some of the harshest words in the report were aimed at the cladding manufacturers – Kingspan, Celotex and Arconic – whose… The post ‘Dishonest’: The verdict on Grenfell’s cladding manufacturers appeared first on Construction News.

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New Civil Engineer

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

The full business case for the £249M Bridgwater tidal barrier in Somerset has been approved, the Environment Agency has confirmed. The post £249M Bridgwater tidal barrier receives full business case approval appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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The Construction Index

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Digital proof is now “vital” in safety-critical products post Grenfell, says steel certification authority Read Full Article: The Construction Index

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Briggs & Stratton Vanguard’s Dylan Rewoldt joins us to explore equipment electrification, covering its advantages, evolving regulations and emerging battery options, along with how to assess whether it’s a fit for your fleet.

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