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The Case for Sustainability of Civil Infrastructure

Construction Business Owner

Civil infrastructure is everywhere, and it represents our most prevalent footprint on the earth. Considering the 3.9 million miles of public roads, 1.4 Considering the 3.9 million miles of public roads, 1.4

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Iowa approves $3.4B infrastructure plan

Construction Dive

The transportation commission approved a 2019-2023 program that includes airport, transit, railroad, trail and highway projects.

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Viewpoint: Small Projects, Big Results

ENR Construction

Expansion of Manhattan’s Second Ave.

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Top Ten Construction Projects in World

Construction Cost Estimating

To achieve more living space, better infrastructure, production facility, and development, we need to be building some stuff all the time, expanding our concrete footprint everywhere. Our list of the top ten largest construction projects includes infrastructures, industrial, and entertainment complexes.

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ARTBA Forecasts 3% Growth in Transportation Spending

Construction Equipment

transportation construction infrastructure market is expected to show modest growth in 2013, increasing three percent from $126.5 Growth is expected in highway and street pavements, private work for driveways and parking lots, airport terminal and runway work, railroads, and port and waterway construction. billion to $130.3

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Port of South Louisiana: Your Key to the World

Business Facilities

The Port offers access to four Class I railroads and two airports: the Port of South Louisiana Executive Regional Airport (KAPS) within a 15-minute commute and Louis Armstrong International Airport (MSY) only a 30-minute drive away in Kenner. Regionally, the Port contributes $1.8 billion in income, $14.4 Learn More.

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LOCATION SPOTLIGHT OF THE WEEK: Brick City Development Corporation

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

Since the 19th century, Newark has been a major hub for industry, trade, and transport thanks to its port facilities, railroads, quality workforce, and strategic location. Recent developments, including city-wide construction initiatives and unrivaled broadband infrastructure, make Newark a more attractive business location than ever.