Looq AI Expands Global Partner Ecosystem to Advance Ground-Based Reality Capture in Surveying, Engineering, and Utilities
The Looq Platform's virtual surveying provides a unified, end-to-end workflow, enabling users to efficiently draft, code, and control 3D features while easily exporting clean linework. Image courtesy of Looq AI. Partnerships Across North America, Europe, and Asia Extend Survey-Grade Reality Capture and Digital Twin Solutions for Infrastructure Professionals San Diego, CA — Looq AI, an innovator in ground-based reality capture for surveying, engineering, and utilities, today announced the expan...
Sustainability Partners Joins With Sun ‘N Lake on New Wastewater Treatment Plant
SEBRING, FL – Dec. 3, 2025: Sustainability Partners has contracted with the Sun ‘N Lake Improvement District to begin the process of replacing an outdated wastewater treatment plant located in the Highlands County, Florida, community. The new plant, to be built with the latest technology, will provide high-quality wastewater treatment services to current and future residents. “After almost 50 years of service, the existing main plant has reached the end of its useful life,” said Michael Tari,...
Autodesk is the Official Design and Make Platform for the Cleveland Browns
Autodesk believes the future of sports stadiums requires more than designing for optimum views of the field—it’s about creating immersive and connected experiences for fans, athletes, and communities. In this spirit, we’re excited to announce our partnership with the Cleveland Browns as their Official Design and Make Platform. By harnessing Autodesk’s Design and Make Platform, the Browns will set the stage for lasting impact. Our technology will accelerate major building projects with precision...
Infrastructure still the ‘missing link’ in UK growth plan, ACE warns
Budget: ACE responds to Chancellor's statement The Association for Consultancy and Engineering (ACE) welcomes the government’s commitment to infrastructure projects such as Northern Powerhouse Rail, but stresses that more detail is needed on the substantive reforms and long-term commitments required to place infrastructure at the heart of the UK’s growth strategy. Ben Brittain, Director of Public Affairs at ACE, said: “ACE welcome the positive decisions on Northern Powerhouse Rail and PPP...
Agency Agreement Applying ‘Common-Sense’ Approach to Canadian Pipeline Market
The agreement between PipeSense and Monitor Emissions Inc. will support pipeline operations across all provinces and territories in Canada. The Canadian pipeline market now has access to a series of advanced asset integrity and maintenance solutions, following a partnership agreement between PipeSense and Monitor Emissions Inc. U.S.-founded PipeSense, which develops and delivers critical pipeline solutions with speed and accuracy, has signed an exclusive agreement with Monitor Emiss...
Buildroid AI Launches in the U.S., Bringing Its Simulation-First Robotics Platform to Construction Sites Nationwide
Backed by $2 million in pre-seed funding led by Tim Draper, the company applies its validated pilot and BIM data to accelerate safe, scalable automation across the U.S. construction market November 24, 2025 — Buildroid AI, a U.S.-based robotics and artificial intelligence startup transforming how buildings are constructed, today announces its formal entry into the U.S. market from stealth. Following successful pilot deployments in the United Arab Emirates, Buildroid brings a validated, s...
Heidelberg Materials North America accelerates growth and strengthens low-carbon offerings in the Mid-Atlantic U.S. with acquisition of Walan Specialty Construction Products
Heidelberg Materials North America has entered into a binding purchase agreement to acquire Walan Specialty Construction Products in Wilmington, Delaware. Irving, Texas - Heidelberg Materials North America announced today that it has entered into a binding purchase agreement to acquire Walan Specialty Construction Products in Wilmington, Delaware. The business consists of a three-year-old slag grinding plant with a vertical mill for a capacity of 150kt/y and 14 employees, located in proximity...
New Mexico sets national standard in smart water management with ASTERRA partnership
Statewide satellite-based, AI-powered initiative enables rural utilities to combat leaks, conserve water, and advance New Mexico’s 50-Year Water Action Plan SANTA FE, N.M. – ASTERRA announced today a four-year agreement with the state of New Mexico to expand implementation of its award-winning ASTERRA Recover solution. This satellite-based, AI-powered technology detects hidden underground drinking water leaks in municipal water systems. The agreement marks a major advancement in New Mexi...
UP42 Announces Partnership with NV5, Adding LiDAR Data to their Ecosystem
A view looking over the Satsop River in the Chehalis Basin project area. The image was created from the LiDAR bare earth model overlaid with the 3D point cloud and colored by elevation. The project area consists of 8 areas of interest which encompass portions of the Newaukum River, Skookumchuck River, South Fork Chehalis River, Satsop River, Wynoochee River, Stearns Creek, Elk Creek, and Bunker Creek which are all tributaries to the Chehalis River. Data were collected to support environmental ha...
Plants Welcome Visitors During PCI Precast Days
CHICAGO, November 18, 2025 – Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI) members welcomed visitors to their plants last month as they marked 2025 PCI Precast Days. PCI-certified producer members held open houses and gave tours of their production facilities for students, members of the community, and other individuals from October 6-10. The annual event is an ideal way to get young people who are thinking about their careers interested in the precast concrete and construction industries....