Zero emissions power systems from Rolls Royce
Rolls Royce has a new focus on zero emissions power systems.
Israel tunnel deal awarded
A major tunnel project has been awarded in Israel.
Kazakhstan ring road finance plan
Financing is being secured Kazakhstan’s capital ring road.
Safer mid-block crossings
Applied Information has launched a configurable Internet of Things (IoT) pedestrian crossing system which is says improves safety at midblock crosswalks.
The World Bank asks how to Accelerate Progress on the SDGs and Respond to the COVID Crisis?
South Africa prioritises transport. By Dr Nancy L Vandycke, programme manager, World Bank
Hungarian road development works
New Hungarian road development works are being planned.
Mexico City Airport road link
Plans are being made for the road link to the new Mexico City Airport.
STRABAG wins contract for Hamburg, Germany
STRABAG has won a major highway contract in Hamburg, Germany.
Warnings from Poland
Poland-based Wektor says its range of warning equipment includes warning lamps, road waves, traffic lights and road signs, as well as road boards on trailers.
Work underway on Texas highway upgrades
Work is well underway on key Texas highway upgrade projects.
Work starting on sections of Vietnam’s North-South Expressway
Work is starting shortly on sections of Vietnam’s North-South Expressway.
New UK road link planned
A new UK road project is being planned.
Delays for New Zealand expressway project
Delays are hitting New Zealand’s Otaki expressway project.
Seattle bridge repairs required
Major repairs are required for the West Seattle Bridge.
Safe construction amidst challenging times
Taking a steer on health and safety is crucial in these challenging times
South African road improvements planned
A series of road improvements are being planned for South Africa.
Paraguay-Brazil bridge being built
Progress is being seen on the Paraguay-Brazil bridge now being built.
Testing: new tech, old problems and business moves
In this issue’s materials testing news, there’s a glimpse of how artificial intelligence could improve quality and efficiency in concrete construction, we look at what works best for fixing cracks and two established equipment manufacturers change hands.
Recycling materials for road construction
Recycled demolition material and vehicle tyres could be used for road construction.
Efficient concrete paving with Leica Geosystems
Leica Geosystems says that its versatile iCON pave system can be used to deliver 3D concrete paving solutions in an array of applications. Duties range from airport paving to tunnel works, barrier installation, kerb and gutter jobs or new highway projects, as well as trimmer, and placer spreader use.
