In The News

Quebec will host introductory camps for construction trades in several regions to encourage young people to join the skilled trades.

The new Butler Warren County Electrical Joint Apprenticeship Training Center, a 19,900-square-foot building, will receive $1.5M in funding.

TyBot 3.0 hits the market, transforming rebar tying with automation, enhancing safety, efficiency, and cost savings in construction.

The Toyota Stadium renovation includes a 10% increase in seating, a new roof, and improved fan amenities. Construction is set to begin in 2025.

Skanska is leading the construction of the Williams College Museum of Art, emphasizing sustainability and innovation in design.

China activates the world’s largest solar farm in Xinjiang, a 5 GW facility covering 33,000 acres and will generate 6.09 billion kWh annually.

Bechtel will lead the design and construction of Sunfish Solar 2, a 360MW facility, marking Michigan’s move toward 50% renewable energy by 2030.

MDOT seeks federal funding to study wildlife crossing hotspots and reduce Michigan’s 55,000 annual vehicle-wildlife collisions, improving road safety and wildlife protection.

Construction firms are struggling to hire, with 94% citing an aging workforce and fewer young workers as key factors contributing to shortages.

Steady growth occurs in the single-family home market with the increase in Q2, while the oversaturation of multi-family homes slows development.