WISPR Systems' SkyScout 2+ Earns Blue UAS List Approval Validates Platform for Federal and Public Safety Deployment
Batesville, Mississippi – April 2026 – WISPR Systems, a U.S.-based manufacturer of secure unmanned aircraft systems, announced today that its SkyScout 2+ has been approved for inclusion on the Blue UAS list, reinforcing the platform's readiness for deployment across federal, public safety, and regulated commercial operations. The Defense Contract Management Agency's (DCMA) Blue UAS Cleared List evaluates unmanned aircraft systems for cybersecurity, supply chain security, and operational integrit...
Nemetschek SE to Acquire HCSS; Creates Next Global Construction Technology Leader
HCSS is a leading world-class construction technology solution provider for the infrastructure and heavy civil construction sectors Acquisition significantly expands the Nemetschek Groups market opportunity in the highly attractive and strongly growing infrastructure sector Perfect strategic fit: Combination of leaders in complementary construction technology verticals enable strong value generation through compelling synergies and underpins Nemetschek Group’s globally leading position in AEC/O...
Victoria Sheehan to Lead HDR’s Global Highways and Roads Program
After more than two decades in public transportation leadership roles, Victoria Sheehan has joined HDR to lead the firm’s top-ranked global highways and roads program. As highways and roads director, Sheehan will set the vision and direction for continued growth and delivery of HDR’s expansive highway program. Based in Washington, D.C., she will be responsible for more than 3,500 global employees who provide a diversified portfolio of services tailored to the needs of departments of transportati...
Zekelman Industries Appoints Jim Marsh as Executive Director of Digital & Mission Critical Infrastructure
CHICAGO (April 13, 2026) — Zekelman – the leading independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America, innovator in modular design and construction, and a pioneer in fully integrated real estate development – today announced that Jim Marsh has joined the company as Executive Director, Digital & Mission Critical Infrastructure. In this role, Marsh will lead business development efforts for data center, AI and digital infrastructure, and other mission-critical markets. A proven sales lea...
Beck Group Predicts 4.5-6.5 Percent Increase in 2026 Nonresidential Construction Costs
DALLAS April 13, 2026 – Geopolitical tensions, macroeconomic shifts, and other factors pressuring the built environment may drive higher 2026 nonresidential construction costs, according to The Beck Group’s newly released biannual Construction Cost Report. The report said construction costs are projected to range from 4.5 percent to 6.5 percent in this year, compared with a historical annual percentage rate increase of around 5 percent. Ongoing strong demand for data centers and large-scale inf...
Corrosion Threatens Safety, Infrastructure, and Sustainability So Global Leaders Call for Action on World Corrosion Awareness Day 2026
Houston, Texas – (April 13, 2026) — Corrosion is often dismissed as surface rust, but its impact reaches far deeper, threatening public safety, weakening critical infrastructure, disrupting essential services, and increasing long-term costs for governments, industries, and communities worldwide. As part of World Corrosion Awareness Day (WCAD) on April 24, 2026, the Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), in collaboration with the World Corrosion Organization (WCO), the Europ...
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Graitec Earns Autodesk Gold Technology Partner Membership, Elevating Connected Workflows for AECO Firms
Graitec, a global leader in BIM and construction software solutions, today announced it is now an Autodesk® AECO Gold Technology Partner through Graitec File Sync - a data integration tool built for the AEC industry. This milestone recognizes the company's technical integration excellence, proven customer outcomes, and commitment to delivering innovative solutions that drive progress in the architecture, engineering, and construction sectors. "Achieving Gold partner status with Autodesk reflects...
Phenna Group strengthens US geotechnical capabilities with acquisition of MLA Geotechnical
Headquartered in the UK, Phenna Group has grown rapidly over the last few years to become one of the world's leading Testing, Inspection, Certification and Compliance ("TICC") businesses by partnering with independent companies serving a variety of key, mission-critical sectors around the globe. Phenna Group is pleased to announce the acquisition of MLA Geotechnical, a leading geotechnical testing, inspection and engineering services provider based in Austin, Texas. This marks Phenna's 9th acqui...
The International Code Council Invites Broad Stakeholder Participation in Data Center Guideline Initiative
New G12 Guidelines to provide near-term guidance on Data Center Design and Construction As data center development accelerates, building officials and project teams are navigating inconsistent approaches to classification, design and code application, often leading to uncertainty and delays in design, permitting and construction. The G12 guideline, under development now, is intended to provide near-term guidance by synthesizing existing standards and identifying practical pathways for safe, effi...
//3877 Fuels Creative Momentum with Three New Hires
Hannah David, Emma Olesker, and Nick Dende. The addition of both experienced and emerging talent represents the next generation of design excellence WASHINGTON, D.C. — //3877 announces the expansion of its multifaceted design team with the arrival of three new members: Interior Designer Hannah Davis, Interior Designer Emma Olesker, and Architectural Designer Nick Dende. These additions build on the firm’s commitment to growing with intention, infusing the practice with curiosity and exploration...
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