New technical specifications for bridge construction

Austroads has released new technical specifications and defining requirements for bridge construction including the supply and installation of expansion joints, cold applied sealant joints, preformed elastomeric compression seals and aluminium and stainless steel components. Austroads has also published a new scientific test method which details the procedure for determining chloride content of backfill material intended […]

Uncertainty takes center stage in contractors’ market outlooks

Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: General contractors’ 2025 midyear construction outlooks highlight slower growth ahead due to policy uncertainty from tariffs and lingering cost pressures, according to market reports from Skanska, DPR and Gilbane. Common headwinds cited in the reports […]

CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026 Next Level Awards

CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026 is now accepting nominations for its expanded Next Level Awards. The award program is also expanding into two new categories: Equipment and Technology.​ Don’t forget to register now for CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026.  The Next Level Awards program  The Next Level Awards program celebrates companies that push the boundaries and deliver innovative products, services, and […]