Articles by Clarise Ardúz

Nicaragua approves Panama Canal alternative
Published on: 24 June, 2013
New law clears the way for private Chinese company to build and operate a new inter-oceanic trade link, adding to similar plans in Honduras and Guatemala.
World Cup stadium progress
Published on: 13 September, 2012
Completion of construction work on the 12 Brazilian stadiums slated for use in the 2014 FIFA World Cup ranged from 87% to 30% complete as of the end of August.
Panama Canal expansion 41% complete
Published on: 20 July, 2012
Dredging work well advanced, but construction of new locks has been delayed by design changes.
Colombia, Brazil and Peru target massive private investment
Published on: 29 September, 2011
Three of Latin America's largest economies plan to secure US$ 40 billion of private investment in infrastructure over the next two years.
Peru aims for 85% paved roads by 2016
Published on: 26 September, 2011
US$ 10.8 billion infrastructure upgrade plan unveiled.
Argentine construction grows +10.5% in 1st half
Published on: 14 September, 2011
Continuation of 2010 growth trend seen by leading business school, but property market falls due to high prices and land shortages.
Asian manufacturers target Brazil
Published on: 15 August, 2011
Doosan, Hyundai, Sany and XCMG will invest US$ 610 in construction equipment factories to capitalise on growth in Latin America’s largest market.
Santiago needs 200 km Metro
Published on: 03 August, 2011
President of Metro de Santiago de Chile says a further US$ 2.76 billion needs to be spent following the current round of expansion work.