Category Archives: Construction

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Aurubis Enhances Recycling Efficiency with €40M Investment in On-Site Oxygen Production at Lünen Plant

(IN BRIEF) Aurubis is investing €40 million to build an on-site air separation unit at its Lünen recycling plant in North Rhine-Westphalia, enabling the independent production of high-purity oxygen and nitrogen. This unit will boost production efficiency, reduce dependency on … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool Launches Digital Tool to Preserve Traditional Earth-Building Crafts in Morocco

(IN BRIEF) Researchers from the University of Liverpool’s School of Architecture have developed Heres, a digital, open-access manual documenting traditional earth-building techniques in Southern Morocco’s M’Hamid Oasis. Created in collaboration with local artisans, the manual includes videos, cultural insights, and … Read the full press release

New AI Factory from Telenor Group Accelerates AI Transformation in Nordic Industries, Welcomes Hive Autonomy as First Partner

(IN BRIEF) Telenor Group has launched its AI Factory, an initiative backed by a 100 million NOK investment to support AI-driven transformations in various industries. Powered by NVIDIA’s AI platform, the AI Factory aims to accelerate AI adoption in the … Read the full press release

Sunderland AFC Teams Up with Thorn and Zumtobel for Comprehensive Stadium Lighting Upgrade

(IN BRIEF) Sunderland AFC has partnered with Thorn and Zumtobel to complete a major lighting upgrade at the Stadium of Light. The installation aims to improve the matchday experience while supporting the club’s sustainability goals, providing a cutting-edge lighting solution … Read the full press release

ALLPLAN Unveils Innovative Construction Solutions at BAU 2025, Pushing the Boundaries of AI and Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) ALLPLAN’s participation in BAU 2025 will highlight its innovative tools designed to drive efficiency, sustainability, and precision in the construction industry. From AI-powered solutions to cutting-edge digital tools for existing buildings and structural design, ALLPLAN continues to lead … Read the full press release

KSB Group Introduces BOATRONIC 100 MOD to Streamline Energy-Efficient Monitoring for Building Systems

(IN BRIEF) KSB Group has launched the BOATRONIC 100 MOD measuring computer, a compact solution designed to meet Germany’s updated Buildings Energy Act (GEG 2024) requirements. When paired with the BOA-Control IMS valve, it enables efficient monitoring of key metrics … Read the full press release

New Holland Construction Helps Denmark Achieve Sustainability Goals with Electric Mini Excavators at Roskilde Technical School

(IN BRIEF) New Holland Construction is supporting Denmark’s sustainability goals by providing electric mini excavators to Roskilde Technical School. These zero-emission machines are used by students in landscaping and construction projects, helping them gain the skills needed for future eco-friendly … Read the full press release

Stora Enso’s Katajanokan Laituri: Helsinki’s Largest Mass Timber Building Sets a New Standard for Sustainable Urban Development

(IN BRIEF) Katajanokan Laituri, completed in the summer of 2024, is a sustainable urban regeneration project in Helsinki’s South Harbour. It houses Stora Enso’s new headquarters, along with a hotel, event space, restaurants, cafés, and a rooftop terrace. As Finland’s … Read the full press release

Webuild and Partners to Drive Melbourne’s Sustainable Transit Future with Major Rail Loop Project

(IN BRIEF) Webuild, leading a joint venture with GS E&C and Bouygues Construction, has signed a AU$1.7 billion contract to construct the Tunnels North segment of Melbourne’s Suburban Rail Loop (SRL) East, aimed at enhancing sustainable public transit options for … Read the full press release

RWE Chooses Thyborøn Port as Base for Groundbreaking Thor Offshore Wind Farm Project

(IN BRIEF) RWE has chosen Thyborøn Port as the base for Denmark’s largest offshore wind farm, Thor, with construction starting in 2025. This project, featuring 72 turbines, will provide green energy for over a million Danish households by 2027, supporting … Read the full press release

Stora Enso Sells Sunila Site to AALTO Development, Paving Way for Sustainable Energy Innovation Hub

(IN BRIEF) Stora Enso has sold the real estate of its Sunila site in Kotka, Finland, to AALTO Development Oy, a Finnish company known for its focus on quality architecture and urban planning. Stora Enso will remain as a tenant, … Read the full press release

Boralex and Saint-Gobain Sign 20-Year Agreement to Power French Operations with Renewable Energy

(IN BRIEF) Boralex and Saint-Gobain have signed a 20-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) to supply renewable energy from three Boralex power plants in France, consisting of two solar plants and one wind farm. Set to begin operations between 2026 and … Read the full press release

GRAHAM Completes First Phase of Major Build-to-Rent Development in Edinburgh’s Bonnington

(IN BRIEF) GRAHAM has completed the first phase of a significant build-to-rent (BTR) development in Bonnington, Edinburgh, transferring the project to developer PLATFORM_. This initiative will ultimately provide 464 new homes, including 116 units for intermediate market rent. The completed … Read the full press release

Skanska to Lead Sustainable South Molton Development in London’s Mayfair with New Office and Retail Hub

(IN BRIEF) Skanska has been awarded a GBP 197 million contract by a joint venture of Grosvenor and Mitsui Fudosan UK to construct two new office buildings as part of the South Molton redevelopment in Mayfair, London. The project includes … Read the full press release

GRAHAM Gains SBTi Validation, Advancing Climate Leadership in Construction with Ambitious Net Zero Goals

(IN BRIEF) GRAHAM has received validation from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for its net zero greenhouse gas reduction targets, aligning its climate goals with the Paris Agreement’s 1.5°C target. This endorsement positions GRAHAM among a select few in … Read the full press release

CRH Powers Romania’s Medgidia Cement Plant with First Wind Farm Dedicated to Clean Energy Transition

(IN BRIEF) CRH has launched a new wind farm in Romania to power its Medgidia Cement Plant, the first of its kind dedicated exclusively to a cement facility in the country. This renewable energy initiative will meet a significant portion … Read the full press release

LAB Entreprenør to Revitalize Bergen Waterfront with New Apartment Complex and Public Promenade in Nøstet District

(IN BRIEF) LAB Entreprenør AS, part of AF Gruppen, has been contracted by OBOS Nye Hjem to develop a NOK 428 million apartment project in Bergen’s Nøstet district. The waterfront project will feature three residential buildings, an underground garage, outdoor … Read the full press release

AF Gruppen to Lead NOK 1.4 Billion Diakonhjemmet Campus Project in Oslo, Supporting Health and Education Expansion

(IN BRIEF) AF Gruppen has been awarded a NOK 1.4 billion contract to develop the Diakonhjemmet Campus in Oslo, which will include facilities for a health and social care high school, VID University College, a metro platform, and shared infrastructure. … Read the full press release

LEGO Group Begins Construction on Innovation Campus to Foster Creativity and Sustainability in Product Design

(IN BRIEF) The LEGO Group has commenced construction on a new 50,000-square-meter Innovation Campus at its Billund headquarters, designed to enhance creativity and sustainability. The facility will unite 1,700 employees, including over 600 designers, in a collaborative space focused on … Read the full press release

VINCI Construction to Acquire FM Conway Limited, Expanding Presence in the UK Public Works Sector

(IN BRIEF) VINCI Construction has announced its agreement to acquire FM Conway Limited, a leading public works company in the UK, as part of its strategy to strengthen its presence in the southeast England market. FM Conway, founded in 1961 … Read the full press release