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By: Mary Scott Nabers The 4.2 million miles of roads and highways in the U.S. are critical components of the country’s economic vitality. The transportation infrastructure allows Americans to commute, connect and transport goods efficiently. Yet, many of the older roadways limit access between communities, negatively impacting citizens and businesses.
The development of the proposed £2bn tidal barrage across The Wash featuring an undersea container port and a new road between Lincolnshire and Norfolk will unfold in three phases, according to Centre Port CEO James Sutcliffe. The post More details revealed on plans for £2bn Lincolnshire-Norfolk tidal barrage and container port appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Alex Belkofer, senior director of VDC for the firm, said he is highly optimistic about artificial intelligence but that builders need to adopt it in “bite-sized pieces.
Construction companies face shifting labor markets, volatile material pricing, and global supply chain disruptions that threaten profitability. This guide details how industry leaders are replacing outdated budgeting with incremental funding, adopting regional procurement, and using digital tools for real-time financial oversight. Learn how to deploy workforce agility, connected jobsite monitoring, automated procurement, and cost simulation models to preserve margin stability.
ResourceCo’s soil reuse and recycling function delivers sustainable soil solutions for infrastructure projects across Australia. Images: ResourceCo. Founded on the premise that there’s no such thing as waste, ResourceCo has firmly set its sights on the decarbonisation of infrastructure development and heavy industries through innovative resource recovery.
At Barton Malow, testing a field printer that operates much like a CAD-driven Roomba started by organizing teams and aligning goals, writes the firm’s VDC director.
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At Barton Malow, testing a field printer that operates much like a CAD-driven Roomba started by organizing teams and aligning goals, writes the firm’s VDC director.
Anglian Water’s “most important” infrastructure project, delivering hundreds of kilometres of new pipeline, has been delayed until summer 2027 due to steel supply issues, wet weather and the pandemic. The post Anglian Water’s ‘most important’ infrastructure project halted until 2027 appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
The Rio Grande LNG project, led by NextDecade, is an ambitious $18.4 billion venture in the US liquefied natural gas (LNG) market. Located in Brownsville, Texas, this large-scale facility aims to establish a powerful presence in the global LNG market, contributing to US energy exports and local economic growth. Designed to support up to six liquefaction trains, the project will process and export… Source The post NextDecade Advances Contested Rio Grande LNG Despite Legal Hurdles appea
A consortium comprising Mott MacDonald and Jacobs has been named as the design development partner by the West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA) for the next phase of the £2.5bn West Yorkshire Mass Transit programme. The post Mott MacDonald Jacobs consortium to develop £2.5bn West Yorkshire Mass Transit appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
The AFFECT program grants will save a combined $41.7 million in energy and water costs annually while eliminating over 80,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent each year, the Energy Department said.
Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. Managing risk in construction has always been a challenge, but as projects grow in complexity, traditional methods no longer cut it. Enter Digital Transformation - a game changer approach that replaces inefficiency with AI-powered analytics, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to proactively manage risk.
The new state-owned UK rail operator Great British Railways (GBR) will be fully operational by late 2026 “at the earliest” due to the scale and complexity of the required reforms, transport secretary Louise Haigh has said. The post Great British Railways to be operational by late 2026 ‘at the earliest’ appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Living in an urban area can be exciting, with endless opportunities and things to do right on your doorstep. Yet, the constant hustle and bustle comes with a significant downside—noise. From honking cars to construction clatter, noise pollution can be a real challenge. Soundproof windows offer an essential solution to this urban dilemma, significantly reducing unwanted noise from infiltrating your space.
Associated Builders and Contractors’ Construction Backlog Indicator fell to 8.4 months in October, according to an ABC member survey conducted Oct. 21-Nov. 4. The reading is unchanged from October 2023. Backlog fell in every region except for the Northeast in October, reversing the previous month’s trend in which every region except for the Northeast saw an increase in backlog.
Risk management in construction faces pressure from tighter margins, compressed timelines, and increasing complexity. This guide shows how AI strengthens project stability by predicting risks across cost, schedule, safety, supply chains, and workforce planning. AI algorithms analyze procurement data, subcontractor bids, equipment performance, and site conditions to identify potential disruptions.
Image courtesy of Gamuda. A joint venture of Gamuda and Ferrovial has signed an Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) agreement with Alinta Energy for the multi-billion-dollar Oven Mountain Pumped Hydro Storage project, in New South Wales. The Oven Mountain Pumped Hydro Energy Storage project is an ‘off-river’ pumped hydro energy development located adjacent to the Macleay River between Armidale and Kempsey in New South Wales, within the New England Renewable Energy Zone.
It’s not news that robots are taking over the world (slowly but surely). But before that, they’ll likely take our jobs. There might be a slight exaggeration in there, but the reality is that people are embracing automation more and more, and that extends to the construction field too. You have robots laying bricks, drones that survey the landscape, and autonomous vehicles that haul materials.
US construction spending continues to drive economic activity, with funding sources shaping the sector’s pace and direction. A common question facing industry analysts is how private and public dollars divide across construction projects. Recent Census Bureau data reveals that private sources dominate, contributing about 78% of construction dollars, while public sources account for the remaining… Source The post US Construction Spending: Trends in Public vs.
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.
Jacksonville-based Haskell, a leader in engineering, construction, and design, has invested $5 million to expand its steel fabrication capabilities. This project, a 20,460-square-foot addition, will support both internal production and external client needs. Equipped with advanced automation, the facility positions Haskell to meet the rising demand for precision steel components in construction… Source The post Haskell’s $5 Million Plan to Expand Jacksonville’s Steel Fabrica
Anglian Water is set to utilise artificial intelligence (AI) from nPlan to enhance the management and efficiency of its substantial infrastructure projects during the eighth asset management period (AMP8), spanning from 2025 to 2030. The post Anglian Water to step up AI use in AMP8 to enhance delivery of projects appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
CONSTRUCT™ by CMiC delivers structured project management built for the realities of construction. It brings together RFIs, submittals, drawings, and punch lists in a connected environment that prevents gaps in communication and documentation. Risk is managed in real-time with issue tracking, automated compliance checks, and daily journals that surface hidden patterns.
SSEN Transmission principal contractor Bam Siemens Energy JV has commenced construction on a new electricity substation in Orkney, which will facilitate the connection of Orkney to the Great Britain electricity transmission network for the first time. The post Bam-Siemens JV breaks ground on Orkney substation for £900M HVAC link to GB appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Network Rail has awarded a £22M contract to Morgan Sindall Infrastructure to revitalise the historic trainshed roof at London Liverpool Street station. The post Morgan Sindall awarded £22M contract to renew and upgrade Liverpool Street station roof appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
In modern construction, steel structures are widely recognized for their efficiency and durability. Especially in large-scale construction projects, steel structures have become the preferred choice for many engineers and builders. In this paper, we will briefly analyze the economics of steel structures through cost, time and durability to help project managers make better decisions.
Grow Leads & Visibility! Contractors need more than word-of-mouth. A strong website boosts visibility, draws in leads, showcases skills, and enhances your credibility. Learn how a quality site, that is easy to manage, can set you apart from the competition, and help can take your construction business to the next level. Marketpath is a leading provider of high-quality website solutions tailored for contractors and the construction industry.
Work is underway to fill in the ‘missing mile’ of the Stroudwater Navigation canal, lost during the construction of the M5, with designs created by civil engineering consultancy Rodgers Leask. The post Designs underway on aqueduct to fill Stroudwater Navigation canal’s ‘missing mile’ appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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