Leica Geosystems introduces new robust DISTO™ X1 to its laser distance meter portfolio
Leica Geosystems, part of Hexagon, has expanded its DISTO™ portfolio with the all-new Leica DISTO™ X1. Designed to withstand the rigours of active interior construction sites, the DISTO™ X1 is a user-friendly and robust model joining the most comprehensive portfolio of laser distance meters. With its durable design and ability to transfer data seamlessly between field and office, the DISTO™ X1 offers a fast and reliable performance for daily measurement tasks on the construction site. Built...
NEU Releases Important Resource, The Low-Carbon Concrete Guide: Materials
FARMINGTON HILLS, MI, November 25, 2025 – NEU: An ACI Center of Excellence for Carbon Neutral Concrete, today announced the release of a new publication, The Low-Carbon Concrete Guide: Materials. The guide is authored by Mary Christiansen, Ph.D, LEED AP. This guide focuses on practical, data-driven strategies for reducing the carbon footprint of concrete, with particular emphasis on the material and mixture decisions that designers, engineers, contractors, and policymakers make at the project...
Trends December 2025
In this section, Informed Infrastructure compiles infographics from trusted sources that reveal insight on infrastructure spending. We also compile some of the top infrastructure stories that shouldn’t be missed. For ongoing news coverage, turn to Informed Infrastructure online (www.informedinfrastructure.com), our Twitter feed (@IInfrastructure) and our weekly e-newsletter. New Report from US Water Alliance and Stantec Spotlights Water’s Economic Power The US Water Alliance, Stantec and One Wat...
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...
ABB unveils Ability™ BuildingPro to accelerate decarbonization and digital transformation in smart and sustainable buildings
Connects monitors and controls building systems through on-site intelligence and cloud connectivity Includes BuildingPro Vision and Edge Series to deliver real-time supervision, control, and secure data integration Empowers building owners, operators, and system integrators to monitor, control, and optimize performance in real time – across a single building or entire portfolios ABB today announced the launch of ABB Ability™ BuildingPro, a cybersecure integration platform designed...
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...
Stantec selected to design Cottonwoods Long-Term Care Facility in British Columbia
The four-story facility will provide residents access to improved care in a homelike environment KELOWNA, BC, SX, NYSE:STN Stantec, a global leader in sustainable design and engineering, has been awarded the design for Cottonwoods Long-Term Care Facility in Kelowna, British Columbia. The four-story facility will provide residents living in Kelowna and Central Okanagan access to improved care in a homelike environment. The project reimagines three core elements of traditional long-term c...
National Pump Company Highlights Line of Vertical Turbine Pumps for Deep Well Applications
Flexible, high capacity solutions featuring advanced material options and full regulatory certifications National Pump Company, a recognized market leader in vertical turbine pumps, highlights its line of deep well vertical turbine pumps, engineered to deliver outstanding reliability and versatility for demanding water extraction projects. With hydraulics spanning from 6” to 30,” these pumps support flexible system design to accommodate a broad range of well sizes and can deliver flow...
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...
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