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Master Builders Victoria: ‘Alert’ but not ‘alarmed’ by construction company collapses
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The number of building companies collapsing in Victoria has risen by 74% in the past year
Construction of US$1.2 billion tower halted
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Construction of mixed-use complex halted while firm behind it looks to ‘de-risk’ project 
10 recent equipment rental acquisitions
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IRN profiles some of 2023’s biggest acquisitions
Hochtief subsidiary UGL wins US$393m in lithium and energy contracts in Australia
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UGL, a subsidiary of German construction giant Hochtief, has won lithium and energy contracts in Western Australia worth A$600 million (US$393 million).
Mammoet provides heavy lifting solutions to meet Queensland’s renewable energy objective
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Mammoet played a role in the elevation and assembly of turbine components
Video analysis: world’s biggest construction companies
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Watch a video highlighting the main points of the latest ICON 200, an exclusive listing of the world’s biggest construction companies
Cimic Group sews up deal to design US$1.2 billion Bundaberg Hospital
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Australian construction contractor Cimic Group has won a deal to act as management contractor for stage one of the new US$1.2 billion Bundaberg Hospital.
Using technology to measure – and reduce – carbon emissions
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Contractors are under pressure to reduce emissions but to do this they have to be able to accurately record them. A new study from Trimble has scientifically documented the carbon reduction benefits that can be realised using automated solutions
Kennards acquires in Victoria
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First move for the company in regional Victoria
Strong increase in Q2 sales for Caterpillar driven by one region
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The construction division of Caterpillar saw sales increase by 19% in Q2, 2023
Changing focus of China’s Belt and Road
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Focus is shifting for world’s largest infrastructure investment scheme
Kennards survey highlights contractor confidence in Australia
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Smaller contractors happier than large, finds survey
Crumbling UK hospitals highlight problems with reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete
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Why reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) is proving to be a headache for the owners of older buildings and why good inspection, remediation and maintenance are crucial.
Total sales for world’s largest contractors revealed
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ICON 200 lists the world’s biggest contractors by sales 
Vinci’s half year financial results driven by ‘powerful megatrends’
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Vinci reports strong figures based on ‘selective’ approach to projects and powerful megatrends
Australian access industry backs community projects
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Haulotte Australia supports rental company’s grant programme with pink scissor lift
XCMG shares ambitious plans to drive innovation and development
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The company says that the project sets a clear goal and seven strategic actions to drive growth
Why ‘dysfunctional’ contracting model is pushing Australian companies to brink
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A group representing construction contractors in Australia has called for fundamental changes to the business model in the sector, amid razor-thin profit margins and elevated rates of business failures.
Metso expands with automation tech specialist
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Manufacturer to offer ‘more comprehensive’ product range for bulk material handling
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