Construction Extraction – April 25, 2024

Unveiling Bold Brews and Breaking News within the AEC Community – April 25, 2024

Building the Future: Construction Innovations & Coffee Indulgence

Join us this week as we delve into groundbreaking construction developments and sustainability efforts that are shaping the industry's future. Complement your read with a sip of the indulgent Milk & Honey Blend by Feast, and explore how the construction world is evolving towards greater efficiency and responsibility.

Latest Construction News (April 17 - April 23)This week in construction brings a focus on technological integration, sustainability, and significant infrastructure developments. Here are the details:

• Technological Integration in Construction: Schneider Electric is reportedly in early-stage discussions to acquire Bentley Systems. This move indicates a growing trend of integrating advanced technology and automation within the construction industry, focusing on improving efficiencies and project outcomes.
  
• Sustainability in Construction: The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) has released a new guide aimed at helping contractors track and reduce carbon emissions. This initiative reflects the construction industry's increasing focus on sustainability and responsible building practices.
  
• Major Infrastructure Developments:
  

i. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers continues salvage operations at the Baltimore Bridge collapse site, with ongoing efforts to manage the complex challenges posed by the incident. This includes the strategic refloating of the container ship involved in the collapse.
ii. Black & Veatch, along with Samsung, have received approval to proceed with a $4 billion LNG terminal in Canada, showcasing significant progress in energy infrastructure development.

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