Construction Extraction – February 29, 2024

​Unveiling Bold Brews and Breaking News within the AEC Community – February 29, 2024

Building the Future: This Week's Construction Highlights & A Taste of Obelisk Dark Roast

Dive into this week's construction insights, featuring key projects from the bustling regions of the U.S. and discover Obelisk by Small Planes, a coffee blend that redefines the essence of dark roast. Join us as we explore the landscapes of innovation in construction and coffee

This week in construction, we've seen a diverse range of projects making headlines across the United States, showcasing innovation and progress in the industry:

• Gateway Project Advances in Manhattan: The Gateway Development Commission has shortlisted three teams for the Manhattan end of the ambitious $16 billion Hudson Tunnel project, pushing forward with several contract packages​​.
  
• Expansion of the Savannah Convention Center Faces Delays: The $276 million project to expand the Savannah Convention Center has encountered "construction challenges," pushing back its completion timeline​​.
  
• Clayco Begins Expansion of Hankook Tire Tennessee Plant: Clayco has started a significant expansion project for Hankook Tire's facility in Tennessee, signaling growth and investment in the region​​.
  
• Repairs Completed on Hurricane-Damaged Sanibel Causeway: Contractors have rapidly completed repairs on the Sanibel Causeway, severely damaged by Hurricane Ian, in just 105 days​​.
  
• National Energy Lab Pilots 'Cooperative Construction' Contracting: The National Renewable Energy Laboratory is exploring new contracting methods for cooperative construction, drawing from successful projects like the 2012 London Olympics​​.
  

These projects represent just a fraction of the dynamic work happening in the construction industry, showcasing the sector's resilience, innovation, and commitment to advancing infrastructure and community development.

Coffee of the Week: Obelisk from Small PlanesThis week, our featured coffee is Obelisk by Small Planes, a blend that takes dark roast to new heights. With profound flavors of molasses and dark chocolate paired with a distinctively roasty aroma, Obelisk marks Small Planes' boldest venture into dark roast territory yet. This coffee is perfect for those who appreciate a full-bodied cup that balances intensity with rich, complex flavors.
For more information, visit Small Planes Coffee's collection here and the Obelisk product page on Drink Trade here.