Mammoet is delighted to announce it has won no more than three awards at the ESTA Awards of Excellence 2021
ESTA announced the winners on 22 April 2021 during a virtual ceremony. Mammoet won the ‘Combined Techniques’ award for a technically challenging decommissioning project at a German nuclear power plant. Mammoet then won its second award of the afternoon for the installation of a bridge in Eindhoven, the Netherlands in the ‘Cranes telescopic lifting capacity > 120t’ category. But there was more, Mammoet also won a third award in the ‘Innovation End User’ category for the development of its...
US Navy’s Naval Facilities Engineering Command selects Stantec for large waterfront project support
The Company will lead multidiscipline architect‐engineer services at Naval facilities throughout the Northeastern United States EDMONTON, AB; NEW YORK, NY TSX, NYSE:STN: The US Navy’s Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) Mid-Atlantic has selected global design firm Stantec to lead multidiscipline architect‐engineer services as part of a five-year, US$60 million indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract. Through this IDIQ contract, Stantec will support the planning,...
Skanska builds highway section and tunnel in Višňové , Slovakia, for EUR 255M, about SEK 2.6 billion
Skanska has signed a contract with National Highway Authority of the Slovak Republic to build a highway in Višňové, northern Slovakia. The contract is worth EUR 255M, about SEK 2.6 billion, which will be included in the order bookings for Europe for the second quarter 2021. The construction of the 13.5-kilometer section between Lietavská Lúčka – Višňové – Dubná Skala, including a 7.5-kilometer-long tunnel and seven bridges, will be financed by the European Regional Development Fund, OP Integr...
Introducing NavVis IVION Core, a reality capture platform that adds more value to buildings and assets
Previously known as NavVis IndoorViewer, NavVis IVION Core is a reality capture platform for laser scanning and AEC professionals to manage their 3D scans with ease. NavVis IVION Core enhancements include multi-site functionality, updated user management, and site coordinate systems for survey-grade geo-registration of data. With a refreshed look and new features and improvements, NavVis IVION Core makes mobile mapping workflows more efficient, speeds up model creation and delivery, an...
Earth Day: Great Opportunity to Zero in on the Infrastructure Changes Needed for the Transformation of the Energy Sector
Energy Efficiency, Renewables and Flexible Grid Management Key to a Strong 21st Century Economy Washington, D.C. — Today, Earth Day, the Consumer Federation of America released a new report, Building a 21st Century Electricity Sector With Efficiency, Distributed Resources and Dynamic Management, outlining the economic, environmental and health benefits of transforming the nation’s energy sector. “This sector will be the core of the 21st century economy based on efficiency and renewable...
Vectorworks, Inc. Expands Reach in Asia With Two New Distributors
New distributors bring experience, innovation to Asian market Columbia, MD — Global design and BIM software provider Vectorworks, Inc. is expanding its service in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region by onboarding two influential distributors in the design and production industry: Tathastu Techno Solution and Total Solution Marketing. Tathastu Techno Solution and Total Solution Marketing will expand and grow the Vectorworks business to better serve customers in the APAC market. “We’re proud...
GET Worldwide, Inc. Creates Sustainable Cities with its Smart Transit Solutions
Global Electric Transport (GET) Worldwide, Inc. is providing zero emission mobility solutions for cities throughout the world with the introduction of a new fleet of state-of-the art zero-emission mini-buses. The San Diego, California based corporation began deploying its first fleet of GET buses in the cities of Manila & Davao, Philippines in December 2020. “We saw a dire need for a triple bottom line solution to alleviate the traffic and pollution in our dense urban centers. As a social...
Rand Simulation Launches Program Which Enables Customers to Achieve Faster ROI and Adoption of Ansys Products
Baltimore, MD – Rand Simulation, a division of Rand Worldwide, is proud to announce that they have launched the Ansys Development and Ongoing Proficiency Training (ADOPT) program. As an Ansys Certified Elite Channel Partner, Rand Simulation developed this program to provide customers using the Ansys simulation toolset along with on-going help ranging from onboarding to navigating complex projects. With guidance from a dedicated Rand Simulation expert in fluids, structures or electronics, the AD...
New Degree at Husson University will Prepare Students for Careers as Extended Reality Professionals
New Bachelor of Science in extended reality (XR) degree to produce specialized virtual and augmented reality professionals who are ready to meet the demands of research and entertainment organizations, educational institutions, and industry. BANGOR, MAINE – Husson University announced today that its Board of Trustees approved the creation of a new degree program for students interested in careers that specialize in the design, programming, and technology associated with virtual and augme...
Skanska signs additional contract for a hospital building project in Orlando, Florida, USA , for USD 87M, about SEK 730M
Skanska has signed an additional contract with Orlando Health, Inc. for the construction of the new Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute in Orlando, Florida, USA. The contract is worth USD 87M, about SEK 730M, which will be included in the US order bookings for the second quarter 2021. The new 34,500-square-meter institute will include an eight-story hospital that will house 75 inpatient rooms and 10 operating rooms (ORs). An adjoining 6-story medical office building will include two fl...