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Grant approved for Trans-African highway
The African Development Bank (AFDB) has approved a US$ 36.2 million grant to finance the Aflao-Sanvee Condji Road Rehabilitation and modernisation project in Togo.
New skin for Sydney UTS's aging Broadway Tower?
The University of Technology's (UTS) Broadway Tower, Sydney, Australia could be given a "facelift" thanks to a new technology developed by architect Laboratory for Visionary Architecture (LAVA).
Nord Stream’s green light
Finnish authorities have issued the final outstanding permit enabling construction of the 1223 km long Nord Stream natural gas pipeline connecting Russia with Germany to commence.
Lemminkäinen at a loss
Lemminkäinen reported 2009 sales of € 1,96 billion, down -21% on the € 2,48 billion recorded 12 months ago
Emaar profits bounce back
Fourth quarter profits rise for the Dubai-based real estate developer.
Camargo Corrêa increases Cimpor stake
Camargo Corrêa has increased its shareholding in Cimpor with the acquisition of Spanish steel maker Bipadosa's 6.5% shareholding.
Drilling smarter: Reducing your costs using the latest drilling technologies
Drill rig manufacturers continue to make safer, quieter, more productive machines using the latest technologies as the demand for more cost effective equipment grows. Becca Durrant reports.
Operator Aware: Comfort and safety issues in the wheeled loaders sector.
Meeting the next stage of engine emissions legislation is the top priority for manufacturers of wheeled loaders. However, improving operator comfort and safety still remains a key focus. Becca Durrant reports.
Veidekke remains optimistic despite latest results
Veidekke's construction division has reported a -16 % decline in its fourth quarter sales for 2009 to NOK 3,22 billion (€ 398 million) from NOK 3,83 billion (€ 473 million) during the same period in 2008.
Camargo Corrêa buys into Cimpor
Contractor Teixeira Duarte sells its 22.17% stake for US$ 1.33 billion.
Astaldi to set up concessions company
Astaldi has announced plans to set up a concessions company to tap greater growth in this sector.
HCC wins US$ 613 million road contracts
Upgrading of 256 km of NH-34 more than doubles BOT portfolio
VIDEO: US$ 171 million loan for Transbay Transit Center Project
The Transbay Joint Powers Authority's US$ 4 billion Transbay Transit Center Project in San Francisco has a received US$ 171 million loan under the country's Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (TIFIA).
Pulte sees Q4 improvement
Figures imporve following Centex merger
Eiffage on the level
Eiffage reported 2009 Group sales of € 13,2 billion, matching its 2008 figures, although sales in its construction businesses fell -10% from € 4,1 billion in 2008 to € 3,7 billion.
Volvo and VT LeeBoy reach Blaw-Knox agreement
Volvo and VT LeeBoy have signed a strategic alliance that will see LeeBoy supply pavers and road wideners to Volvo dealers.
CTBUH names Chicago's Trump Tower tallest building of 2009
The Trump International Hotel & Tower in Chicago, US was the tallest building completed in 2009, according to the latest report by the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH).
Volvo CE sales fall –36,7%
Soft conditions seen continuing this year in Europe and North America, with more robust growth elsewhere, particularly China.
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