Engineering and Public Works Leaders Unite to Tackle Workforce Shortage
Engineering Workforce Consortium Formed to Drive Recruitment, Retention, and Address Next Generation of Talent Washington, DC -- Addressing the critical shortage of skilled professionals in infrastructure development, top engineering and public works associations have joined forces to launch the Engineering Workforce Consortium (EWC). The formation of the Engineering Workforce Consortium follows a landmark workforce summit convened by the American Council of Engineering Companies, the Amer...
International Code Council CEO Dominic Sims Is a Featured Presenter at the UK Water Scarcity Summit
Industry leaders in the building safety sector gathered at Windsor Castle to discuss solutions to the world water crisis Windsor, England – International Code Council Chief Executive Officer Dominic Sims, CBO was a guest speaker at the Windsor Summit: Pulling Together to Address Water Scarcity and Antimicrobial Resistance. The Summit took place from October 31 through November 1, 2024, at St George’s House in Windsor Castle. Presentations addressed two existential threats: water scarc...
Unlocking Creative Potential with D5 Render 2.9: A Complete Visualization Solution
D5 Render is redefining real-time rendering for architects, designers, and visualization artists. Built with intuitive controls, seamless integration, and AI-powered features, D5 Render empowers users to create photorealistic visuals quickly and efficiently. It is a comprehensive visualization tool that enables a streamlined, powerful workflow from concept to final design, ideal for professionals who want to elevate their projects while saving time and resources. Why D5 Render? Realistic, Effi...
Meridiam Achieves Substantial Completion for Fresno State Campus Utility Project
WASHINGTON, DC – Meridiam, a leading infrastructure investment firm and sole owner of Bulldog Infrastructure Group, together with NORESCO today announced that the Fresno State Campus Utility Project has reached substantial completion. The project consists of replacing and modernizing the campus’ central utility plant, hot and cold-water distribution network, and other energy conservation measures. In line with Fresno State’s objectives and Meridiam’s commitment to impact as a Benefit Corporat...
INVESTING IN AMERICA: Biden-Harris Administration Announces $16.6 Million to Eight States for Advanced Digital Construction Technologies to Expedite Delivery of Transportation Projects
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) today announced $16.6 million in grant awards to projects in eight states under the Advanced Digital Construction Management Systems (ADCMS) grant program. This Bipartisan Infrastructure Law program provides a total of $85 million over five years. “These pioneering states are using technology and innovation to digitize systems to improve the way we deliver transportation projects,” said Acting Federal H...
INVESTING IN AMERICA: Biden-Harris Administration Announces $7.6 Million in Grants to Accelerate Innovation in Highway Projects
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) today announced $7.6 million in grants to promote state-of-the-art technology in new standards and construction to accelerate construction. Innovative grants were awarded on nine projects in eight States across the country. The grants fund innovations like innovative debris removal, enhanced work zone safety, integrating technology to support emergency responders, using drones to conduct infrastructure...
Lawrence Group Celebrating 25 Years of Growth in Austin, Texas
G.B. Dealey Center for New Media - Photo Credit Scott Frances (Austin, TX, Oct. 29, 2024) Lawrence Group is thrilled to announce the 25th Anniversary of its Austin, TX branch. Opened in 1999 by Lawrence Group-appointed New York modernist Architect I. Earl Swisher, Lawrence Group’s Austin office continues on a growth trajectory under the leadership of Managing Principal Luma Jaffar, AIA, RIBA, LEED BD+C who replaced Swisher upon his retirement in December 2020. During Swisher’s 21-y...
Architectural Record’s Matthew Marani Joins Forge Prize Jury
CHICAGO - Journalists have a keen eye for innovation--and Architectural Record Special Sections Editor Matthew Marani has a bird’s-eye perspective of architecture trends. Those insights will prove invaluable when he serves as one of three jurors who will decide which Forge Prize design concept wins $15,000! “Matthew Marani has spent years examining the cutting edge of architecture,” said AISC Director of Architecture Nima Balasubramanian, AIA, NOMA. “We are all looking forward to his exper...
Topcon Announces Significant Expansion of Topnet Live Coverage Across Western USA and Hawaii
Topcon Positioning Systems has announced a major addition to its reference station service, Topnet Live, with 180 full-wave geodetic reference stations added to the network across the Western USA and Hawaii. (Graphic: Business Wire) LIVERMORE, Calif. - Topcon Positioning Systems has announced a major addition to its reference station service, Topnet Live. New service areas are available through expansion within California, Hawaii, Oregon, Nevada, Utah, and Washingt...
FTD solutions secures Ecolab investment to help accelerate innovation and drive sustainable outcomes for industrial businesses
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – FTD solutions INC, a leading provider of digital twin technology supporting industrial sustainability, is thrilled to announce the successful closing of its Series A funding round. The company secured an investment from Ecolab, a global leader in water, hygiene, and infection prevention solutions and services. The newly raised capital will be strategically allocated to accelerate the development of FTD solutions' software and support systems, designed to empower ind...
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Redevelopment of Horseshoe Bay Terminal
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