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Good news in the Balkans
Construction optimism in Balkan countries says EECFA, which is also less pessimistic about Russia
Tallest modular buildings take shape
Tide Construction completes cores for world’s tallest modular buildings being built in London, UK
Court rules against Strabag consortium
Written decision in legal dispute over the Pedemontana motorway project will be appealed

Divergent trends
The French mini crawler excavator market proves to be a market of two halves
UK construction’s ‘solid expansion’
Brexit concerns still weigh heavily on the market, although new work picked up in Nomvember
Full steam ahead
Buoyed by strong global market demand, LafargeHolcim looks set to achieve Strategy 2022 targets
EIB backs Belgian wind parks
Loan of €250 million for two farms will be last for Belgian coastal wind projects for time being
Latvian labour code changes sought
FIEC and EFBWW support call from country’s social partners after first sectoral collective agreement
Name change for QPANI
Northern Irish mineral products trade association to be known as MPA Northern Ireland from New Year

Two companies bought by Bentley

Construction software firm Bentley Systems acquires two companies – one in Slovakia and one in Canada

Bonfiglioli completes purchase of O&KA

Italian manufacturer becomes sole owner of German-based O&K Antriebstechnik for €17 million

Backhoe return for Komatsu

European company re-enters backhoe loader market having felt the machine type would disappear

Bouygues awarded London project

First phase of project worth more than €112 million awarded to subsidiary of Bouygues Construction

MEPs back Connecting Europe Facility

Vote on CEF passed by MEPs for 2021 to 2027 period with global budget up to almost €44 billion

Heijmans and Bam plan asphalt firm

Dutch contractors look at possibilities of transferring current asphalt plants to new joint company

Europe stable, say consulting engineers

European Federation of Engineering Consultancy Associations warns that profitability will level out

Transparency in harmonised standards welcomed

EBC calls for legitimate interests of all stakeholders to be considered by European Commission

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Features

Utilities: Without a trace

2018-12-04T15:43:00+00:00By Thomas Allen

Work must often be carried out without affecting the public, so CE looks at how to make this possible

Tunnelling: Digging deep

2018-11-28T11:25:00+00:00By Adrian Greeman

With Europe home to many tunnelling projects, Adrian Greeman unearths details on the most interesting

Falsework & Formwork: Taking new forms

2018-11-06T12:42:00+00:00By Thomas Allen

Falsework and formwork solutions are rising to the challenge of unusual designs and awkward projects, Thomas Allen reports

Surveying: Onwards and upwards

2018-10-24T09:21:00+01:00By Thomas Allen

With the growing trend to digitalisation, smartphones and drones are changing the face of surveying

Foundations: Ground breaking

2018-10-01T09:57:00+01:00By Thomas Allen

Foundation works explored, from large-scale projects to digitally-driven precision operations

Compact loaders: Smaller models

2018-09-20T10:44:00+01:00By Sandy Guthrie

When space is at a premium, the compact machine comes into its own. CE looks at developments

Fuels & Fuel Efficiency: The power to save

2018-09-13T15:31:00+01:00By Thomas Allen

When choosing the method of powering construction machinery, there are many factors to consider

Pumps: Flooded with choice

2018-08-08T10:28:00+01:00By Thomas Allen

From diesel or electric pumps to self-priming or vacuum-primed, one size really does not fit all

Concrete: Hard facts

2018-07-18T10:43:00+01:00By Sandy Guthrie

However it is pumped, and wherever it is used, concrete is a crucial part of the construction site

Hybrid & Electric: Fork in the path?

2018-06-19T14:27:00+01:00By Thomas Allen

A choice between alternative approaches to power might be an opportunity to get the best of both worlds

Haulers: Tipping point

2018-05-21T15:48:00+01:00By Thomas Allen

The European hauler market is set for a growth spurt. Construction Europe reports on the latest

Access equipment: Widening scope

2018-05-01T13:30:00+01:00By Euan Youdale

Sector expands global footprint to provide standard products for all markets, including Europe

Portable power & on-site equipment: Supporting acts

2018-04-19T15:54:00+01:00By Thomas Allen

Perhaps it is less glamorous, but on-site equipment is what helps keep the jobsite running

Construction Europe Business
Market Report 2017

Provides invaluable market information across the continent. Features the CE-100 guide to the top contractors, as well as latest details of 150+ largest European contractors.

Bam to build German stadium

Contract worth €100 million awarded for complete renewal of Karlsruhe football club’s stadium

UK drafts site dumper safety guide

The Good Practice Guide on the safe operation of dumpers is now available for public comment.

Revenue rise for Boskalis

Dutch dredging, offshore contracting and marine services company maintains profit outlook

Salini shows interest in Astaldi

Non-binding interest from Italian contractor after Astaldi filed for protection from creditors

Mace beats target

UK contractor achieves €2.3 billion turnover goal two years earlier than hoped

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