DSI's New Westbury(R) Aluminum Wraps Feature Beauty and Durability
BREMEN, IN., January 20, 2026. Digger Specialties Inc. (DSI), an industry’s leader in the production of outdoor living building products is pleased to announce the introduction of Westbury aluminum post wraps. Westbury wraps are the perfect solution for upgrading new or existing support columns or posts with the enduring strength of aluminum and the lasting beauty of powder coated surfaces. Westbury wraps are ideal for enhancing outdoor living spaces including decks, porches and other structures...
Sumitomo SHI FW and VTT sign long-term agreement for sustainable fuels technology
Tomas Harju-Jeanty, CEO of SFW (on the left), and Kalle Härkki, CEO of VTT, signed the license agreement in Espoo on January 19, 2026. Sumitomo SHI FW (SFW) and VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland have signed a license agreement to advance the production of clean syngas from non-recyclable biowaste for sustainable fuels. The agreement gives SFW exclusive rights to use VTT’s syngas reformer technology. The technology will be used in SFW’s gasification plants for sustainable fuels and chemica...
Delta Railroad Services Announces Summer 2026 Field Engineer Internship Program to Cultivate Next Generation of Rail Professionals
ASHTABULA, OHIO – Delta Railroad Services, a leading North American provider of railroad construction and maintenance, equipment rental, and manufactured and remanufactured maintenance-of-way (MOW) equipment, today announced the launch of its Field Engineering Internship Program. The role provides hands-on experience supporting active construction projects while offering a clear growth path toward a future Project Management position. The individual will work closely with the Project Manager and...
Procore Technologies has acquired Datagrid
Procore Technologies, a publicly traded construction management software company headquartered in Carpinteria, California, has acquired Datagrid, a vertical AI company focused on the built environment. The acquisition was completed in January 2026, though financial terms were not disclosed. Procore operates a cloud-based construction management platform used by general contractors, specialty contractors, and building owners across more than 150 countries. The company, founded in 2002, provides s...
PlanRadar Opens Chicago Office, Expands U.S. Operations
International Digital Field Management Platform Poised for Strategic Growth in U.S. Construction and Real Estate Market CHICAGO, Jan. 20, 2026 – PlanRadar, a leading platform for field management in construction, facility management and real estate projects, today announces the opening of its Chicago office as part of its continued expansion in the U.S. market. Driven by growing customer adoption across complex building and real estate projects, the new office strengthens the company’s ability t...
Esri’s Custom Chart Builder Adopted by the Shom (French Hydrographic and Oceanographic Office) for Nautical Chart Production
Geospatial Solution for Safety-Critical Maritime Use Sets Global Benchmark for Chart Automation REDLANDS, Calif. — Esri, the global leader in location intelligence, announced today that the Shom (French Hydrographic and Oceanographic Office) has officially adopted Custom Chart Builder (CCB) for automated production of all paper nautical charts. Following extensive testing and configuration, Shom confirmed that CCB-generated charts meet the stringent safety standards required by the French Navy,...
Esri Releases New Book on Workflows for the Human Security and Geospatial Intelligence Field
Security First Is a Guide for Users of All Levels on Applying GIS Tools and Data to Safety and Sustainability Challenges REDLANDS, California — Esri, the global leader in location intelligence, has published Security First: Geospatial Workflows for a Safe and Equitable World. Guiding readers through specific exercises and examples, the book demonstrates how GIS can be used to address significant world safety issues while building the technical skills required to work in the field of human securi...
Polyglass Highlights Resilient Roofing and Building Solutions at IBS 2026
Deerfield Beach, FL Polyglass U.S.A., Inc., a leading manufacturer of roofing and waterproofing systems, will exhibit at the 2026 International Builders’ Show (IBS), taking place February 17-19 in Orlando, Florida, at Booth W7459. At this year’s show, Polyglass will spotlight roofing and building solutions engineered for resilience against the elements, aligning with FORTIFIED building principles and the evolving demands of today’s residential construction. Engineered for Resilience Against th...
Zekelman Industries Appoints Meredith Peck as Chief Financial Officer
Peck to succeed Mike Graham following a planned transition period CHICAGO (January 19, 2026) — Zekelman Industries, the leading independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and a pioneer in integrated real estate development, today announced that Meredith Peck has been named its new Chief Financial Officer. Peck succeeds Mike Graham, who will retire on May 15, 2026 following a planned transition period. Peck brings more than 20 years of financial leadership experience to Zekelma...
ACE and EIC welcome Water Paper as step-change in delivery
Water White Paper: ACE & EIC Comment The ACE and EIC have welcomed the publication of the Water White Paper and its focus on water infrastructure, environmental protection, and community resilience. Commenting, Kate Jennings, Chief Executive, Environmental Industries Commission said: “We welcome the Government’s Water White Paper and its focus on building a resilient, forward-looking water system. The priorities for our members have always been rapid delivery of long-term water planning, strong...