Trimble Introduces New Tiered Subscription Bundles for Contractors to Take Advantage of Civil Construction Technology
Civil contractors of all sizes gain access to a wide range of Trimble hardware and software solutions under a single contract to meet their needs WESTMINSTER, Colo. — TrimbleⓇ (Nasdaq: TRMB) today announced the availability of three new Trimble Works Subscription plans — Trimble Works Core, Pro and Premium. A Trimble Works Subscription offers contractors a simple, low risk way to scale operations, providing flexibility in selecting and utilizing the right civil construction technology...
Weld Engineering Researcher to Receive $300,000 Milek Fellowship
CHICAGO - What if steel could be preheated to a lower temperature for welding, creating a safer working environment, cutting costs and emissions, and improving efficiency? The University of California, San Diego’s Machel Morrison, PhD aims to find out--and the American Institute of Steel Construction is helping him do so with a four-year, $300,000 Milek Fellowship. “This research may lead to lower preheat requirements for some of the most common steel shapes and plate--which would have hug...
Usman Shuja appointed to the Executive Board of the Nemetschek Group
Munich, January 13, 2025 – The Nemetschek Group (ISIN DE 0006452907), a leading global software provider for the digital transformation in the construction and media industries, is expanding its Executive Board. The Supervisory Board unanimously appointed Usman Shuja to the Executive Board, effective on January 1. Usman Shuja will continue to serve as Chief Division Officer (CDO) of the Build & Construct Division and as CEO of Bluebeam Inc. With this appointment, Usman Shuja becomes the third...
Maryland Transit Administration Awards Contract to STV for Rail and Bus Vehicle Upgrades
BALTIMORE, MD – STV, a leading professional services firm that plans, designs and manages infrastructure projects across North America, today announced that it was awarded a five-year task order contract by the Maryland Department of Transportation Maryland Transit Administration to provide a range of consulting services related to rolling stock, including both bus and passenger rail vehicles. The projects included under this task order allows the Maryland Transit Administration to procure ne...
Top Five 2025 Residence Hall Design Trends: Sustainability, Flexibility, Community, Technology and Wellbeing
(St. Louis, MO) Student housing design trends have certainly transformed over the decades to accommodate the unique needs and wants of the next generation of student. With the most technically advanced Gen Z (born between 1997 and 2012) at the helm, residence hall design trends for 2025 will focus on flexible spaces, health and wellness, sustainability, community and digital technology, according to KWK Architects higher education design experts Principals Paul Wuennenberg, AIA, LEED AP and Javi...
Superior Fire Protection in Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) Areas with Polyglass’ Burn Shield® Technology
Deerfield Beach, FL – January 7, 2025 – Polyglass U.S.A., Inc., a leading manufacturer of roofing and waterproofing systems, is proud to introduce its new line of superior roofing products designed to meet the stringent requirements of the California Building and Residential Codes for wildland-urban interface (WUI) areas. Wildfires are a growing threat to communities across North America, impacting millions of homes and businesses located in WUI zones. As these areas continue to expand, it's...
INVESTING IN AMERICA: Biden-Harris Administration Announces $635 Million in Awards to Continue Expanding Zero-Emission EV Charging and Refueling Infrastructure
New investments from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will add more than 11,500 electric vehicle charging ports and expand hydrogen and natural gas fueling infrastructure in communities nationwide WASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) announced $635 million in grants to continue building out electric vehicle (EV) charging and alternative fueling infrastructure with funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law’s signature zero...
GHD chosen to lead process design of first large-scale desalination project in South Texas
Corpus Christi Inner Harbor Desalination Treatment plant vital to securing long-term water sustainability in Texas CORPUS CHRISTI, TX: GHD, a global professional services company operating in the markets of water, energy and resources, environment, property and buildings, and transportation, has been chosen to lead the process design of the Corpus Christi Inner Harbor Desalination Treatment Plant. This transformative project, which will deliver 30-million gallons of fresh water per day,...
Researchers Working To Turn Harmful Microplastics Into Usable Fuel
Chemical engineering researchers are working to break down harmful plastics before they enter the environment and harness the stored hydrogen for use as fuel. Getty Images Microplastics have been found to be harmful to human and animal health, and the environment. Read on Texas A&M Today BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION, Jan. 8, 2025 — Microplastics, plastics smaller than 5 millimeters, are littered across the world, contributing to global warming, disrupting food chains, and harming ecosy...
Top Commercial Litigator Christopher Thatch Joins McGuireWoods in Washington
Christopher Thatch, who earned national acclaim for representing global companies in complex construction litigation matters, has joined McGuireWoods as a partner in Washington, D.C. — the eighth partner to join the office since July 2024. Thatch represents global companies in claims stemming from high-value construction projects and provides risk mitigation advice to clients involved in building or investing in such projects. He handles major public and commercial projects, including...