Top infrastructure stories of 2023
Construction Dive
DECEMBER 19, 2023
From airport expansions and dam removals to federal funding and legal wranglings, here are the articles that were most popular with our readers.
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Construction Dive
DECEMBER 19, 2023
From airport expansions and dam removals to federal funding and legal wranglings, here are the articles that were most popular with our readers.
Construction Equipment
APRIL 8, 2021
The drones can also be used for bridge or other infrastructure inspections, according to the article. According to the article, most departments of… A federal innovation grant is helping the Wyoming Department of Transportation and Wyoming Highway Patrol launch a statewide drone program.
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The Constructor
JULY 12, 2023
Highway alignment involves the positioning of the road about the environment, and it must consider topography, traffic volumes, existing road infrastructure, environmental factors, and economic factors.
Construction Equipment
MAY 20, 2019
Infrastructure by Leveraging Demands for Skills Act, aiming to ensure workers are well-trained for infrastructure jobs in fields like construction. According to the article, the bill… CBS 19 Washington reports that Senators Tim Kaine (D-MN) and Rob Portman (R-OH) have reintroduced the Building U.S.
The Constructor
OCTOBER 9, 2023
With various infrastructure projects constantly underway and a high demand for real estate, the construction industry heavily relies on its labor force for success. In this article, we will explore the significance of construction labor in the US economy and its impact on employment and economic growth.
Constructlaw
MARCH 29, 2023
trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) is poised to change how the United States views and implements public-private partnerships (P3s). Congress has a strong interest in increasing P3s in the transportation infrastructure sector long after the IIJA phases out. And because Congress does not want U.S.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
MARCH 8, 2022
The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) is a “once-in-a-generation” investment in America’s national infrastructure. With this plan, the goal is to rebuild many of the bridges, rails, and roads throughout the country to improve the overall infrastructure across America. The IIJA is intended to grow the U.S.
Construction Equipment
JANUARY 23, 2020
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo outlined a $275 billion infrastructure plan for the state as part of his Fiscal Year 2021 Budget address, News 10 reports. According to the article, the plan adds $175 billion to a previously announced $100 billion, adding a total investment of $275 billion.
Construction Equipment
MAY 16, 2019
Instead of building new roads and widening highways, StreetsBlog says there’s a better way to spend $2 trillion in infrastructure. According to a recent article, the authors of a U.S. PIRG Education Fund study suggest the country prioritize measures that shift commuters toward transit while fixing…
Constructlaw
JANUARY 10, 2024
As readers of this blog know, public-private partnerships (P3s) have long been used to develop public infrastructure projects such as highways, bridges, tunnels, transit networks, convention centers and a host of other infrastructure projects. In a recent article , Troutman Pepper’s Robert A. Gallagher, Erin S.
Learn Civil Engineering
OCTOBER 1, 2023
In the food processing sector, maintaining exceptional levels of cleanliness, safety, and longevity in both equipment and infrastructure is paramount. This article delves into the significance of stainless steel within the food processing industry, emphasizing its impact on hygiene […]
Learn Civil Engineering
APRIL 10, 2023
A sewage system is an essential component of any metropolitan infrastructure since it manages and removes wastewater from residences, businesses, and industrial sources. In this article, we will examine how a sewer system and its components work, emphasizing sewer mains.
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
OCTOBER 7, 2013
In the wake of 2012’s unparalleled extreme weather events, a green infrastructure financing guide was released by the NatLab consortium—a collaboration between the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) and The Nature Conservancy, and sustainable asset management firm EKO Asset Management Partners. Posted by Heidi Schwartz.
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
JULY 25, 2013
infrastructure and America received a D+. needs to invest close to $4 trillion in infrastructure by 2020 to remain competitive with other industrial powers. The gloomy assessment from ASCE prompted Business Facilities to take a closer, in-depth approach to its annual state ranking for Best Infrastructure. ASCE estimates the U.S.
Construction Law
MARCH 1, 2024
Editor Nick Barrett says a Public Accounts Committee report on HS2 provides little cheer to anyone hoping that the UK could somehow successfully deliver infrastructure investment on the scale highlighted recently as essential by the National Infrastructure Commission.
Digger Blog
JANUARY 8, 2020
Hinkley Point C is the UK’s first new nuclear power station in a generation – it’s currently under construction and is one of Europe’s largest major infrastructure projects. Read Full Article: The Construction Index
Construction Specifier
FEBRUARY 1, 2024
By Nate Heiking The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and the Infrastructure Investment Jobs Act (IIJA) are two federal laws that present tremendous opportunities for implementing energy-efficient upgrades, such as new interior lighting systems. Funding for IIJA is through grants and loans, some examples are included in this article.
BD+C
OCTOBER 9, 2018
and Typhoon Mangkhut, which struck the Philippines and China, highlight the need for decentralized infrastructure, according to a recent Bloomberg article co-written by an energy analyst. Recent storms such as Hurricane Florence in the U.S.
Digger Blog
DECEMBER 10, 2019
Richard Collins is an owner-operator, trading as Collins Plant Hire, working on a number of major infrastructure projects across Ireland. Read Full Article: The Construction Index Flexibility, to maximise asset utilisation, and reliability, to minimise downtime, are essential in his line of work.
Construction Law
APRIL 2, 2024
Editor’s comment Government go-slow on infrastructure investment shows no signs of abating Editor Nick Barrett asks with a general election looming, if there is any prospect of a reversal in years of underinvestment in the UK’s infrastructure. Alternative dispute resolution Non-disclosure agreements in settlement: they are not all bad!
Construction Equipment
MAY 31, 2016
. . CNN has posted a timely four-part article with videos that details how our transportation and energy networks are failing - and can no longer be ignored. Part 1: Bridges supported by crumbling 90-year-old beams. Gas taxes can't fix design problems. Maybe bendable concrete?
Business Facilities
DECEMBER 17, 2014
Archives Articles By Location Articles By Topic Back Office, IT, And Call Centers Featured Post Incentives Location Focus Magazine Quality Of Life Research And Development Texas Transportation Infrastructure U.S. Location Focus: Texas – Big and Getting Bigger appeared first on Business Facilities (BF) Magazine.
Business Facilities
JUNE 11, 2015
million grant to Independence County in Arkansas to upgrade critical infrastructure that will support the expansion of the poultry industry. Million To Upgrade Infrastructure And Support Investment In Arkansas appeared first on Business Facilities (BF) Magazine. The Commerce Department EDA is awarding a $1.25
Business Facilities
SEPTEMBER 24, 2014
Archives Arizona Articles By Industry Articles By Location Articles By Topic Business Report Featured Post Incentives Logistics And Distribution Magazine Magazine Highlights Transportation Infrastructure U.S. Southwest Ak-Chin BF-July/Aug-2014 Maricopa Pinal County Santa Cruz Commerce Center'
Business Facilities
OCTOBER 23, 2014
Aerospace And Defense Archives Articles By Industry Articles By Location Articles By Topic Business Clusters/Corridors Featured Post Japan Online Features The Editor''s Blog Transportation Infrastructure Amtrak Bullet Trains Infrastructure maglev trains Northeast Maglev'
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 11, 2017
Several articles with recommendations about what Houston can do to become more flood-resilient have emerged since Hurricane Harvey struck. The keys, say experts, are better land use planning and more green infrastructure. Above all, the city should acknowledge that more floods are likely and plan accordingly.
Business Facilities
SEPTEMBER 30, 2014
Archives Articles By Industry Articles By Location Articles By Topic Daily News Delaware District Of Columbia Featured Post Maryland Online Features Public Private Partnerships Transportation Infrastructure U.S. - Safe + Smart Cities|Pilot Project Launched appeared first on Business Facilities (BF) Magazine.
Business Facilities
DECEMBER 17, 2014
Archives Articles By Industry Articles By Location Articles By Topic Back Office, IT, And Call Centers Daily News Featured Post Logistics And Distribution Online Features Tennessee Transportation Infrastructure U.S. Southeast Blog-Dec-2014 Memphis Shelby County Target'
Business Facilities
SEPTEMBER 25, 2014
The economic assistance is also expected to attract larger companies from around the globe to move to New York to tap into groundbreaking NYU research as well as the City''s infrastructure, amenities, and other assets. New York State Adds NYU Incubators As START-UP NY Development Zones appeared first on Business Facilities (BF) Magazine.
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
MARCH 12, 2013
In the wake of Superstorm Sandy and 2012’s unparalleled extreme weather events, a new green infrastructure financing guide was released by the NatLab consortium—a collaboration between the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), The Nature Conservancy , and sustainable asset management firm EKO Asset Management Partners.
Business Facilities
NOVEMBER 12, 2014
Archives Articles By Industry Articles By Location Articles By Topic Feature Story Featured Post Industry Focus International Logistics And Distribution Magazine Magazine Highlights Missouri New York Panama Transportation Infrastructure U.S. - Mid Atlantic U.S.
Business Facilities
OCTOBER 30, 2014
Archives Articles By Industry Articles By Location Articles By Topic Daily News Featured Post Illinois Logistics And Distribution Online Features Transportation Infrastructure U.S. Amazon Announces Plans To Invest In Illinois appeared first on Business Facilities (BF) Magazine.
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
MARCH 29, 2013
To leverage abundant natural gas supplies and low wholesale costs, Illinois employer and labor organizations and Ameren Illinois outlined details of a legislative proposal to accelerate the modernization of Illinois’ aging natural gas delivery infrastructure while maintaining Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) regulatory oversight.
Business Facilities
JANUARY 21, 2015
Archives Articles By Industry Articles By Location Articles By Topic Energy (Renewable/Alternative/Green) Featured Post Oil And Gas Online Features The Editor''s Blog Transportation Infrastructure U.S. - Southwest Infrastructure' . Southwest Infrastructure' Far West U.S. Great Lakes U.S. - New England U.S.
Business Facilities
FEBRUARY 3, 2015
And in addition to expanded production capacity and other benefits made possible by the much larger facility, the new location is convenient to the city''s transportation infrastructure. Cogmedix Growth Leads To New Headquarters In Worcester, MA appeared first on Business Facilities (BF) Magazine.
Business Facilities
FEBRUARY 25, 2015
A powerhouse auto cluster, the nation’s most-improved education system and world-class infrastructure keep the volunteer state on its pedestal. Cover Story: Tennessee State of the Year AGAIN! appeared first on Business Facilities (BF) Magazine.
Business Facilities
AUGUST 25, 2014
Government mandates and growing challenges to grid stability, such as aging infrastructure, electric vehicle charging, and distributed generation, are contributing to increased spending on everything from smart metering systems in the field to new IT systems in the operations center.”. Related articles across the web.
Business Facilities
DECEMBER 30, 2014
Archives Articles By Industry Articles By Location Articles By Topic Daily News Featured Post Kansas Logistics And Distribution Online Features Transportation Infrastructure U.S. Flexsteel Opening Distribution Facility In Edgerton, KS appeared first on Business Facilities (BF) Magazine.
Building Information Management
APRIL 8, 2013
This is especially important to any organization dependent upon its facilities and infrastructure to support and maintain its core mission. Meanwhile, a shifting economic and environmental landscape dictates significantly improved efficiencies relative to these facility related activities.
Business Facilities
OCTOBER 30, 2014
Aerospace And Defense Archives Articles By Industry Articles By Location Articles By Topic Automotive China Featured Post International Japan Mexico Ohio Online Features Tennessee The Editor''s Blog Transportation Infrastructure U.S. Reassuring appeared first on Business Facilities (BF) Magazine. Great Lakes U.S.
Business Facilities
NOVEMBER 18, 2014
Archives Articles By Industry Articles By Location Articles By Topic Daily News Featured Post Manufacturing Oklahoma Online Features Transportation Infrastructure U.S. Linde Process Plants Invests In Expansion At Port Of Catoosa appeared first on Business Facilities (BF) Magazine.
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
JANUARY 15, 2013
Sitt, CEO of Thor Equities is taking it upon himself to improve the infrastructure of New York City’s airports. In fact, it’s predicted that the New York metropolitan region could well face $79 billion in economic losses by 2025 if we don’t do something about the declining state of our airport infrastructure.
Business Facilities
SEPTEMBER 8, 2014
A new online guide launched by the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) explains the many benefits of “green infrastructure”—designed systems that harness nature to create proven benefits for communities. In contrast, grey infrastructure usually provides just a single benefit. The city is expecting up to 1.5
Construction Specifier
JUNE 5, 2020
When building infrastructure, there is often little, if any, ability to control the environment in which the roads, bridges, drainage culverts, or other public structures are built. Infrastructure must be made to fit the environment, which already exists to support a healthily functioning society. Photo © BigStockPhoto.com.
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