Smart Construction News 8/2022 – AEC Business

Here are the topics covered in the August 2022 Smart Construction issue of the AEC Business Newsletter. Keep tabs on AEC innovation and tech news, and subscribe! Breaking down the 6 principles of Lean construction This article breaks down the six core lean construction principles and explores how to implement them in your organization. Read […]

UK’s Wood Group Agrees to $291M Purchase by UAE Engineer Sidara

After more than one year of multiple offers and protracted negotiations, engineer-contractor Wood Group agreed Aug. 29 to a $292-million acquisition by Dubai-based Sidara, formerly known as Dar Group, that the Scotland-based energy services firm said will help solve its “near-term liquidity challenges.” Under the deal, set to complete in the first half of 2026, […]

ARX Offers Personal Protective Equipment Sized for Women Only

While many companies have released personal protective equipment they say is developed to fit women in construction, with contractor business groups and even regulators such as the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration supporting the efforts—major obstacles still exist for mass adoption of PPE specifically designed and manufactured to protect women.  ARX is one company trying to […]