Construction Sector News

Interview: Ritchie Bros. exec looks at used equipment markets and more
Sam Wyant, president of international sales at Ritchie Bros., discusses the used equipment and auction markets, progress for Rouse and SmartEquip, and the company’s approach to technology
Is connectivity the future of construction?
There are clear advantages to a connected construction site. Catrin Jones investigates what such a future could look like, and the barriers preventing the industry from achieving this.
CIOB CEO: ‘Wherever I go in the world, people have a problem with a lack of skilled workers’
CIOB CEO Caroline Gumble tells Andy Brown how she hears of skills shortages in construction everywhere she goes, and why the organisation wants to drive quality, diversity and sustainability in the sector.
Interview: Wacker Neuson Chief Sales Officer on growth for the future
Alexander Greschner, Chief Sales Officer, Wacker Neuson, highlights their current – and future – direction to Catrin Jones
Equipment rentals in the platform economy: A rising trend
Multibillion-dollar online platforms like Uber and Airbnb are inspiring efforts to create similar solutions for equipment rental, but there are challenges in making this a reality 
Video: Engineering takeaways from a record-breaking suspension bridge
Resit Yildiz is a director of projects at Limak, one of Turkey’s largest contractors.
How construction site access tech is advancing – and what it can do for you
Construction access control systems have moved on to biometric technology, opening new opportunties for contractors to examine how operatives are working in detail.
Electric dreams: When is the best time to switch to an electric machine?
Mark Ashdown explains why he chose to become an early adopter of electric construction machinery.
Interview: Why a US construction body has started a legal battle with Biden
Associated General Contractors outgoing chief executive Stephen Sandherr on 27 years representing the construction industry
How fuel can add to construction’s vehicle maintenance equation
The right fuel can increase the productivity of construction equipment 
5 of the world’s longest road tunnels under construction
What are the world’s 5 longest road tunnels currently under construction?
Why engineers must embrace uncertainty
Sue Arundale of EFCA explores how construction needs to remain adaptable and responsive to unforeseen challenges
Interview: Cummins Engine Business president says no ‘light-switch event’ for zero emissions
Cummins Engine Business president sees continued future for internal combustion.
Video: What are the top 20 causes of construction claims and disputes around the world?
New report reveals top 20 causes of construction disputes across the globe, as well as broken down by region.
Voice-enabled equipment management platform promises time and cost savings
New AI-powered feature controlled by voice - in English and Spanish - gives users real-time information about equipment
Will hydrogen fuel cells make it into construction equipment?
Construction OEMs and engine manufacturers are moving ahead with hydrogen combustion engines. But will hydrogen fuel cells also be part of the mix? Opinion is divided.
The challenges of building California High-Speed Rail
‘Construction rewards last-minute firefighting - there is a better way’
Winner of the Lean Constructon Institute’s Pioneer Award Kayan Zandy on why Lean construction principles could help change industry culture for the better.
How a major contractor is experimenting with injecting hydrogen into diesel engines
The UK arm of Netherlands-based contracting giant BAM is leading a new project that will see it run excavators specially adapted to inject hydrogen into the diesel engines of conventional excavators.
How to promote an inclusive environment in your company
Lucy Barnard interviews Emma Porter, managing director of UK-based Story Contracting about how to adopt a workable diversity and inclusion strategy
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