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...
Unique Nozzles Unlock the Full Potential of Recycled Water Trucks
Featuring reinforced chains and no parts that can cause “lock down,” the chain cutter nozzle internals run smoothly, eliminating deposits and incrustations of all kinds. Source: KEG Technologies Recycled water particulates can clog standard nozzles, causing substantial downtime for maintenance. Specially designed nozzles eliminate this production bottleneck, enabling jetting of 10,000+ feet of line per day. Today, many contractors and municipal operators are investing in sewer cleaner...
Stantec selected to help oversee DC Water capital improvement program
The five-year effort will focus on updating infrastructure, driving innovation and efficiency Stantec, a global leader in sustainable design and engineering, and AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear company, have been selected by DC Water to manage the agency’s water capital improvement program (CIP). The team was chosen because of its breadth of expertise and innovative track record in markets around the globe. Under the joint venture Water Smart Alliance (WSA...
Registration Opens for Spring 2025 ACI Concrete Convention in Toronto, Canada
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich: The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is thrilled to host the ACI Concrete Convention in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Recognized as the world’s gathering place for advancing concrete, the convention will take place March 30 – April 2, 2025, at the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel. This event will unite engineers, contractors, educators, manufacturers, and material experts to discuss and collaborate on concrete codes, specifications, and practices. Attendees can look forward...
Lt. Gen. William H. “Butch” Graham Jr. assumed the role of 56th Chief of Engineers and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Commanding General Sept. 13, 2024.
USACE PHOTO In his capacity as the Chief of Engineers, Lt. Gen. Graham oversees the Army’s Engineer Regiment, which comprises more than 84,000 Soldiers assigned to engineer units across the Army’s Active, National Guard and Reserve components. He also serves as senior Engineer adviser to Army senior officials on matters related to general, combat, and geospatial engineering. As USACE Commanding General, he manages more than 40,000 civilian and military personnel who execute a massive...
AtkinsRéalis Joint Venture Awarded US$43-Million Water Program Management Services Contract
Montreal: January 9, 2025 – AtkinsRéalis Group Inc. (TSX: ATRL), a world-class engineering services and nuclear company with offices around the world, announces today that Water Smart Alliance (WSA), a joint venture (JV) with Stantec, has been awarded a Water Program Management contract by the District of Columbia Water and Sewer Authority (DC Water). “AtkinsRéalis has been designing and building water infrastructure around the world for more than a century,” said Ian L. Edwards, President an...
Hexagon to acquire Septentrio, revolutionising positioning in mission-critical navigation and autonomy applications
STOCKHOLM — Hexagon today announced an agreement to acquire Septentrio NV, a leading OEM provider of Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) technologies, to drive innovation and expand the market reach of Resilient Assured Positioning solutions. Combining Septentrio's pioneering GNSS platform with Hexagon's extensive positioning portfolio, including sensor fusion, anti-jamming, correction services and perception technologies, will enable cutting-edge solutions for diverse markets and appl...
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Redevelopment of Horseshoe Bay Terminal
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