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Northcrest Developments launches design competition to reimagine 2-km former airport Runway into a vibrant pedestrianized corridor, shaping a new era of placemaking on an international scale

THE RUNWAY AT YZD DESIGN COMPETITION AIMS TO TRANSFORM THE DECOMMISSIONED RUNWAY INTO AN ANCHOR AND CENTREPIECE FOR THE FUTURE 370-ACRE COMMUNITY. (IN BRIEF) Northcrest Developments has launched a global design competition to transform the historic 2-km airstrip at Downsview … Read the full press release

VELUX Partners with ArcelorMittal to Reduce Carbon Footprint with Low-Emission Steel

(IN BRIEF) The VELUX Group has signed a 10-year agreement with ArcelorMittal to supply low-carbon XCarb® steel for its roof windows, reducing the carbon footprint of steel used in its products bym up to 70%. This collaboration follows successful tests … Read the full press release

Thyssenkrupp and TITAN Group Collaborate on Major Carbon Capture Project in Greece

(IN BRIEF) Thyssenkrupp has partnered with TITAN Group to advance one of Europe’s largest carbon capture initiatives, the IFESTOS project, which focuses on modernizing the Kamari cement plant in Greece. The collaboration will integrate advanced oxyfuel technology, enabling the facility … Read the full press release

Vonovia Launches BIM.permit Software to Revolutionize Construction Approvals and Enhance Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) Vonovia has successfully implemented its new BIM.permit software, developed in collaboration with VSK.software, to streamline the approval process for new construction projects by checking 3D models for compliance with building regulations. The initiative marks a significant advancement in … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies and Saint-Gobain Forge Renewable Energy Partnership to Drive Decarbonization in French Industry

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies has signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Saint-Gobain to supply renewable electricity to its facilities in France, starting in January 2026. This contract will provide 875 GWh of renewable energy over five years, sourced from TotalEnergies’ … Read the full press release

ABB and Zumtobel Group Unite to Propel Smart Building Innovations and Direct Current Applications

(IN BRIEF) ABB and Zumtobel Group have announced a strategic partnership aimed at advancing smart building solutions and direct current (DC) industrial applications. The collaboration will integrate ABB’s building automation solutions with Zumtobel’s advanced lighting management systems, creating efficient, sustainable … Read the full press release

Wienerberger Strengthens Nordic Presence with Strategic Acquisitions of Slatek OY and Tekken AS in Water Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Wienerberger has announced its expansion into the Nordic market with the acquisition of Finnish company Slatek OY and Norwegian firm Tekken AS. This move aims to enhance its portfolio in smart water management and infrastructure solutions, adding approximately … Read the full press release

Sweco to Design Major Energy Storage Hub in Belgium, Boosting Renewable Energy Resilience

(IN BRIEF) Sweco has been tasked with designing the Green Turtle battery energy storage system for GIGA Storage Belgium, one of the largest in continental Europe. With a capacity of 2,800 MWh, this facility will store surplus renewable energy, such … Read the full press release

Kuehne+Nagel and LEGO Unveil State-of-the-Art Distribution Center in Australia, Advancing Sustainable Supply Chain Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Kuehne+Nagel and the LEGO Group have inaugurated a new distribution center in Truganina, Victoria, to enhance supply chain operations across Australia and New Zealand. This facility spans 26,500 square meters and can store up to 26,000 pallets, catering … Read the full press release

PATRIZIA Partners with Far East Organization for Strategic Repositioning of Iconic Pinners Hall in London

(IN BRIEF) PATRIZIA has partnered with Singapore’s Far East Organization to spearhead the repositioning of Pinners Hall, a landmark office building in London, into a premier office space. This initiative aligns with PATRIZIA’s “future of the office” strategy and will … Read the full press release

GRAHAM Facilities Management and Civil Engineering Celebrate Success at WaterAid In Golf Day 2024

(IN BRIEF) GRAHAM Facilities Management and Civil Engineering sponsored the 2024 Charity Golf Day at Rockmount Golf Club, organized in collaboration with the Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM) to support WaterAid. The event successfully raised approximately £15,000, … Read the full press release

Lindner Group Helps Shape Munich’s Cutting-Edge Labs Campus with Innovative Design and Safety Solutions

(IN BRIEF) The Labs Campus Munich, an expansion of one of Europe’s largest software companies’ headquarters in Garching, Munich, has been designed to foster innovation and collaboration. The new 19,000 m² facility, developed in partnership with Lindner Group, features offices, … Read the full press release

Skanska to Develop Major Residential Complex in Prague with CZK 1.1 Billion Contract

(IN BRIEF) Skanska has signed a contract worth CZK 1.1 billion (approximately SEK 510M) with Central Group to develop the next phase of the Tesla Hloubětín residential project in Prague, Czechia. The project will include four residential buildings with six … Read the full press release

Thorn and Zumtobel Illuminate SAP Garden, Enhancing Sports and Event Experience in Munich

(IN BRIEF) Thorn and Zumtobel have partnered with Red Bull Stadion GmbH to provide cutting-edge lighting solutions for the newly completed SAP Garden in Munich’s Olympic Park. The sports venue, designed by Danish architects 3XN, features a dynamic façade and … Read the full press release

Webuild’s Largest Tunnel Boring Machine Begins Salerno-Reggio Calabria Rail Project, Pioneering New Innovations in Sustainable Infrastructure

(IN BRIEF) Webuild has received its largest Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) in Europe to work on the Salerno-Reggio Calabria High-Speed Rail Line. The 13-meter wide machine, equipped with 18 motors and 10 Megawatts of power, will excavate tunnels for Lot … Read the full press release

Vaisala and Estonia Lead the Way with Europe’s First C-Band SSPA Weather Radar Installation

(IN BRIEF) Vaisala and the Estonian Environment Agency have installed Europe’s first C-band Solid-State Power Amplifier weather radar in Tallinn. This advanced technology offers improved weather forecasting accuracy, enhanced system reliability, and lower operational costs compared to traditional radars, setting … Read the full press release

LEGO House Celebrates Global Creativity as 15 AFOLs Showcase Masterpiece Builds from Around the World

(IN BRIEF) Fifteen Adult Fans of LEGO (AFOLs) from nine countries have been selected to showcase their unique LEGO creations at LEGO House in Billund, Denmark. Starting September 27, 2024, visitors will be able to admire their impressive builds at … Read the full press release

Stora Enso and Södra Join Forces to Advance Kraft Lignin as a Sustainable Bio-Based Material

(IN BRIEF) Stora Enso and Södra have entered into a long-term agreement to collaborate on advancing the use of kraft lignin, a sustainable material derived from the pulping process. Under the partnership, Södra will supply kraft lignin from its new … Read the full press release

Skanska Awarded $630M Contract for Sustainable Hillview Reservoir Project in Yonkers

(IN BRIEF) Skanska, in partnership with ECCO III Enterprises, Inc., has been awarded a USD 848 million contract by the New York City Department of Environmental Protection for the Hillview Reservoir Chemical Addition Facilities project in Yonkers, New York. Skanska’s … Read the full press release