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7 of the world’s biggest rail megaprojects under construction
International Construction examines seven of the biggest rail megaprojects around the world.
Kennards make acquisition in New South Wales
Deal expands network in strong growth market
Australian contractor Clough wins US$286 million deal to build Darwin Shiplift Facility
Australian contractor Clough and joint venture partner BMD have won an A$420 million (US$268 million) contract to build the Darwin Shiplift Facility.
Three contractors selected as preferred bidders for first major tunnelling works on Suburban Rail Loop East project
The government of Victoria in Australia has selected three contractors to deliver the first major tunnelling package on the Suburban Rail Loop East project in Melbourne.
Coates creates power and HVAC business
Turnkey solutions to launch in Australia
Coates posts double digit profit growth for 2023
Company results reveals growth in profits and revenue
Atlas Copco to buy Australian pump manufacturer
Sykes Group being sold by Seven Group, owner of Coates
Master Builders Victoria: ‘Alert’ but not ‘alarmed’ by construction company collapses
The number of building companies collapsing in Victoria has risen by 74% in the past year
Construction of US$1.2 billion tower halted
Construction of mixed-use complex halted while firm behind it looks to ‘de-risk’ project 
10 recent equipment rental acquisitions
IRN profiles some of 2023’s biggest acquisitions
Hochtief subsidiary UGL wins US$393m in lithium and energy contracts in Australia
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
Mammoet played a role in the elevation and assembly of turbine components
Cimic Group sews up deal to design US$1.2 billion Bundaberg Hospital
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.
Kennards acquires in Victoria
First move for the company in regional Victoria
Kennards survey highlights contractor confidence in Australia
Smaller contractors happier than large, finds survey
Crumbling UK hospitals highlight problems with reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete
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.
Australian access industry backs community projects
Haulotte Australia supports rental company’s grant programme with pink scissor lift
Why ‘dysfunctional’ contracting model is pushing Australian companies to brink
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
Manufacturer to offer ‘more comprehensive’ product range for bulk material handling
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