Tag: infrastructure
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Top infrastructure construction news of 2025
In 2025, change was the only certainty. With President Donald Trump returning to the White House, policy decisions made under former President Joe Biden were suddenly subject to reversal. That meant some of the former administration’s signature infrastructure legislation, including the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, hung in limbo, at least temporarily. In the meantime, a…
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2026 Construction Industry Outlook: Flat Spending, Rising Costs and a Shift Toward Smarter, Longer-Lasting Infrastructure
The construction industry is heading into 2026 with a mix of stubborn challenges and new opportunities. ForConstructionPros.com has received reports from multiple companies pointing to an industry that will confront tight labor conditions, rising material costs and uneven regional demand, even as investment grows in smarter systems, digital tools and long-term resilience. Despite ongoing economic…
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Planning and Infrastructure Bill becomes law
The Planning and Infrastructure Bill has received Royal Assent and is now law, marking a major change to the UK’s planning framework. For self-builders, the changes could make it easier to get permission, access land, and incorporate sustainable features into their projects. By reducing bureaucracy and legal hurdles, the law aims to make the process…
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House passes bill that could fast-track AI infrastructure projects
Listen to the article 4 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: The U.S. House of Representatives on Thursday passed a bipartisan bill to modernize the National Environmental Policy Act and fast-track federal approval of U.S. infrastructure projects, according to a press release from Rep. Jared Golden…
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WSP buys power infrastructure firm in latest M&A move
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: To cap off an M&A news-heavy 2025, Montreal-based WSP has made a deal to purchase TRC Companies, a U.S.-based power and energy contractor, for a $3.3 billion cash purchase price, according to a Dec. 15…
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AIS wins $2B in border infrastructure contracts
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Award: Border infrastructure projectsValue: Approximately $2 billionLocation: Eagle Pass, Texas; Lukeville, Arizona; Marron Valley and Campo, CaliforniaClient: Department of Homeland Security, Customs and Border Protection AIS Infrastructure, a heavy civil and infrastructure construction firm, has obtained approximately…
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Why builders are focused on water infrastructure
Water is one of the fundamental building blocks of life. But it’s also becoming an increased focus of the building industry as the need for water infrastructure projects gains momentum. With an acquisition in Texas that set the buyer up to capitalize on a broader reach, a nearly $600 million wastewater plant in California on…
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2026 Infrastructure Outlook: Sustainability, Monitoring and Lifespan Planning Lead the Way
2026 is shaping up to be an important year for the infrastructure world as governments, cities and private developers deal with growing pressure on aging systems. Instead of focusing only on building quickly or staying under budget, more attention is shifting toward durability, long-term performance and overall resilience. The goal is no longer just to…
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Revizto creates single source of truth for linear infrastructure
A core capability of the new platform is Linear Navigation, which allows teams to import alignments and chainage directly, and instantly explore long corridors with full spatial awareness. Users can navigate miles of track, roadway or pipeline; verify designs; identify clashes; and manage issues by precise location. Tasks that once took hours, such as creating viewpoints across…
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Key Factors in Utility-Scale Electrical Infrastructure
Utility-scale electrical infrastructure projects are fundamental to the advancement of modern energy systems. These projects enable efficient power generation, transmission, and distribution to meet increasing demand. They also improve grid reliability, support renewable energy integration, foster economic growth through job creation, and advance sustainability by facilitating cleaner power solutions. The Importance of Proper Planning Planning…