Category Archives: Construction

Construction Press Releases & News distributed via EuropaWire

Milestone Reached: First Caisson Laid for Genoa’s New Breakwater Project

Posted on 25, May 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Today marks a significant milestone in the construction of the new breakwater off the port of Genoa as the first caisson, out of over 90 planned, was laid at a depth of 25 meters. The event saw the … Read the full press release →

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University of Twente’s ITC Faculty Wins BNA Best Building of the Year 2024 Award

Posted on 25, May 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) The University of Twente’s ITC Faculty has been honored with the prestigious BNA Best Building of the Year 2024 award, recognizing its exceptional architectural design and sustainability. The transformation of the former brutalist laboratory into an open and … Read the full press release →

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Rolls-Royce Partners with Balfour Beatty for Raynesway Site Expansion

Posted on 24, May 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Rolls-Royce has enlisted leading infrastructure group Balfour Beatty as its construction partner for the expansion of its Raynesway site in Derby, doubling its Submarines site to meet Royal Navy demands following last year’s AUKUS announcement. With Australia committing … Read the full press release →

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Vestas Pioneers Sustainable Aviation Fuel in Offshore Wind Construction Operations

Posted on 24, May 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Vestas embarks on a groundbreaking initiative to pilot Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) at the Baltic Eagle Wind Farm in the Baltic Sea during 2024. The project entails Vestas technicians and jack-up vessel crew utilizing helicopters partly fueled by … Read the full press release →

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STARK Denmark Wins Finans Impact Climate Award 2024 for Sustainability Initiative, KlimaLog

Posted on 18, May 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) STARK in Denmark has been honored with the prestigious Finans Impact Climate Award 2024 for its sustainability initiative, KlimaLog. KlimaLog aims to reduce the construction industry’s climate impact by providing stakeholders with transparent information and documentation about the … Read the full press release →

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ABB Expands Market Reach in China with Acquisition of Siemens’ Wiring Accessories Business

Posted on 17, May 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) ABB has announced its agreement to acquire Siemens’ Wiring Accessories business in China, a strategic move aimed at broadening its market reach and enhancing its regional customer offerings within smart buildings. The acquisition encompasses wiring accessories, smart home … Read the full press release →

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Skanska Secures Contract to Construct Virginia Tech’s State-of-the-Art College of Engineering

Posted on 17, May 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Skanska has entered into an initial contract with Virginia Tech to embark on the construction of a cutting-edge College of Engineering in Virginia, USA, marking a significant milestone for the university’s infrastructure development. Valued at USD 53 million, … Read the full press release →

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EIB and Deutsche Bank Team Up to Fuel Climate-Friendly Housing in Germany

Posted on 17, May 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) In a collaborative effort to promote climate-friendly housing initiatives in Germany, the European Investment Bank (EIB) and Deutsche Bank have forged an agreement. Valued at over €600 million, the program will provide discounted mortgages to individuals seeking to … Read the full press release →

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Neumann Bygg Expands Presence with New Branch in Slemmestad, Norway

Posted on 17, May 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Neumann Bygg, a subsidiary of the STARK Group in Norway, reinforces its market position with the inauguration of a new branch in Slemmestad, marking its third branch opening in as many months. This expansion underscores the company’s commitment … Read the full press release →

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Green Light for Henri Hotel, Restaurants and Shops in the “Alter Fischereihafen” (Old Fishing Port) in Cuxhaven, opening Summer 2026

Posted on 17, May 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) The project to revitalize Cuxhaven’s historic “Alter Fischereihafen” (Old Fishing Port) has moved forward with the approval of the first construction phase. This phase involves converting the former fish market and processing halls (Fischhallen V and VI) into … Read the full press release →

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Energinet Partners with Siemens Energy to Accelerate Green Grid Expansion in Western Denmark

Posted on 16, May 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Energinet, Denmark’s National Electricity Transmission System Operator, has awarded Siemens Energy a comprehensive contract to expand the power grid in Western Denmark over the next eight years. With plans to construct approximately 50 new or reinforced 150 kV … Read the full press release →

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Leighton Asia Secures A$160 Million Contract for Choa Chu Kang Waterworks Reconstruction

Posted on 16, May 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Leighton Asia, a CIMIC Group company, has clinched a contract worth approximately A$160 million for the reconstruction of Choa Chu Kang Waterworks, one of Singapore’s major water treatment facilities. The project, awarded by PUB, Singapore’s National Water Agency, … Read the full press release →

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Siemens Energy and Energinet Forge EUR 1.4 Billion Pact to Revamp Denmark’s Energy Grid

Posted on 16, May 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Siemens Energy and Energinet, Denmark’s state-owned energy company, have entered a landmark EUR 1.4 billion framework agreement to modernize the country’s energy infrastructure. The deal focuses on expanding the electricity grid in Western Denmark through the construction of … Read the full press release →

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NIB Commits EUR 100 Million for Modernization of Hospital Infrastructure in North Savo

Posted on 16, May 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) The Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) has entered into an uncommitted credit facility of EUR 100 million with the Wellbeing Services County (WSC) of North Savo, Finland, marking their second loan agreement. This 20-year loan is designated for the … Read the full press release →

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NIB Partners with City of Stockholm to Build World’s Largest Underground Wastewater Treatment Facility

Posted on 16, May 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) The Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) has inked a 10-year loan agreement with the City of Stockholm to fund the construction of the world’s largest underground wastewater treatment facility at Henriksdal. Valued at SEK 2 billion (EUR 172 million), … Read the full press release →

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Eviden Launches New CloudSecOps Center in Romania to Enhance Cloud and Security Services

Posted on 8, May 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Eviden, a business division of Atos Group specializing in digital, cloud, big data, and security, announced the opening of its new CloudSecOps Center in Timisoara, Romania. This center is part of Eviden’s expansive global network, which includes four … Read the full press release →

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Applike Group Expands to New Headquarters in Hamburg, Combining Innovation with Industrial Design

Posted on 6, May 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) The Hamburg-based tech firm, the applike group, renowned for mobile app management and distribution, has relocated its headquarters to central Hamburg to accommodate its expanding operations. The move to new offices, managed by Lindner, reflects the company’s commitment … Read the full press release →

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VINCI Appoints Pierre Anjolras as Chief Operating Officer in Strategic Succession Plan

Posted on 6, May 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) On May 3, 2024, VINCI’s Board of Directors, chaired by Xavier Huillard, unanimously approved the appointment of Pierre Anjolras as Chief Operating Officer (COO) of VINCI. Anjolras, who brings extensive experience in motorway concessions and executive leadership within … Read the full press release →

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STARK Group Expands Logistics with New Central Warehouse in Sweden

Posted on 6, May 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) STARK Group announces the opening of a vast central warehouse in Eskilstuna, Sweden, marking a significant investment in the company’s logistics infrastructure. With a sprawling expanse of 63,000 square meters, equivalent to 12 football fields, the warehouse is … Read the full press release →

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Leighton Asia Secures A$4.3 Billion North District Hospital Expansion Project in Hong Kong

Posted on 6, May 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) CIMIC Group subsidiary Leighton Asia, in partnership with China Railway First Group, has been awarded the A$4.3 billion North District Hospital (NDH) expansion project by the Hong Kong Hospital Authority. Expected to generate up to A$2.4 billion in … Read the full press release →

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