Unravelling the Impact of Major Events on Urban Transit Systems In the heart of Columbus, Ohio, a bustling metropolis where the hum of daily life is as constant as the ticking of a clock, a recent study has shed light on an issue that affects cities worldwide: the significant impact of major events on p...
Afghanistan’s Amu Darya Canal highlights benefits of old-fashioned Construction In a remarkable feat of engineering and determination, Afghanistan has embarked on a monumental project that belies the challenges faced by the nation: the construction of the Amu Darya Canal. Despite limited resources...
The Pelješac Bridge – An Engineering Marvel Shaping Geopolitical Landscapes Nestled in the heart of the Adriatic Sea, the Pelješac Bridge is more than just a structural masterpiece; it is a testament to human ambition, collaboration, and the intricate dance of geopolitics. Its vast 2.4 kilometres...
Sewage superhighway tunnelling completed by HERRENKNECHT Singapore Milestone for the epoch-making “Deep Tunnel Sewerage System” (DTSS) project in Singapore: the five contractors have completed tunnelling works for the second construction phase of the gigantic sewer pipe system. The final bre...
Exploring Topographical Surveys Before considering any construction project, it is important to have accurate information about the site’s physical features to serve as the basis for all future work. By identifying the land’s features, potential issues can be addressed and risks can be eliminated...
Atlas Copco Breaker proves its versatility on tough underwater project in Malta In Malta’s biggest harbor, a big electrification project is ongoing to energize cruise liners and cargo ships with clean electric energy instead of diesel fuel. For the intensive underwater works, contractor Pina Dalgıçlık İ...
Cities are sinking as the ground warms and deforms There is a “silent hazard” lurking underneath our major global cities, and our buildings were not designed to handle it. A novel study from Northwestern University has established, for the initial instance, a connection between subterranean climate chan...
Understanding River Alteration by studying Vegetation and Geomorphology Researchers at the Korea Institute of Civil Engineering and Building Technology published their findings on the drastic short-term alterations in rivers accompanied by shifts in vegetation and geomorphology drawn from actual on-site...
Wirtgen W200Fi Milling Machine renovates Stadio Olimpico running track in Rome Built in 1927 as Stadio dei Cipressi (Cypress Stadium), the Stadio Olimpico has hosted a wide variety of high-attendance events, from the Summer Olympic Games and concerts to the 2020 European Cup. As the home turf of Rome’s...
Aggregate Industries takes pole position after resurfacing Donington Park Donington Park is one of the world’s most iconic race venues, hosting some of motorsport’s most prestigious national and international events. Since being acquired by MotorSport Vision Ltd., in 2017, significant investment has bee...
Keeping British Roads safe doesn’t need to cost the Earth Local authorities have a statutory responsibility to ensure that their road networks are in a safe and serviceable condition. At the same time, there is mounting pressure on local authority Highway Engineers and Asset Managers to: optimise...
The Evolution of Soil Stabilisation From Ancient Civilisations to Modern-Day Construction The remediatory technique of soil stabilisation has been implemented across the construction and building sectors for thousands of years, and 2000-odd years later, it’s just as prevalent as ever. In fact, early exa...
Coal Mine Digital Elevation Models with the CHCNav AlphaAir 450 CHC Navigation (CHCNav) has shared with us the remarkable capabilities of their AlphaAir 450 LiDAR Aerial Survey Drone for creating highly accurate and detailed Digital Elevation Models (DEMs) for coal mine projects. With the state-of-the-a...
Environmentally considerate Geotechnical Survey Drilling with Window Sampling Geotechnical surveying investigations are never a one size-fits-all approach; there will always be varying situations and environments that call for several different approaches to be used effectively. Large, open spaces, for...
Documentation required for a Fire Risk Assessment Fire risk assessments are a legal requirement to ensure the safety for occupants of a building. All businesses and organisations need to employ a ‘responsible person’ to ensure a fire risk assessment is undertaken and reviewed periodically. It is importa...
New ASTM Standard to evaluate Fatigue Cracking in Roads ASTM International’s road and pavement committee (D04) has approved a new standard that will allow those in the road construction industry to extend the service life of asphalt mixtures by more accurately predicting and evaluating fatigue performan...
Regulating Systems in a Portable Compressor Why are regulation systems so vital in a portable compressor, and how do they differ to those suitable for a stationary machine? Guy Laps, Technology and Innovation Manager at Atlas Copco, explains: “Integrated within a compressor are systems that play an esse...
Sustainable Ground Source Heat Pumps slash energy bills Despite the cost-of-living crisis and the number of other challenges the construction industry is currently faced with, businesses and individuals alike are continuing to implement new strategies to reduce their own carbon emissions, whilst simulta...
The importance of Geothermal Drilling and Sustainable Energy As organisations, people, and governments alike continue to search for new ways to minimise their carbon emissions, the topic of renewable energy has once again climbed back into the spotlight, with the UK government requiring all greenhouse g...
Yas Marina F1 Circuit in Abu Dhabi resurfaced in just two weeks First opened in 2009, the Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi is now a key part of the Formula One (F1) season, often holding the final race for the World Constructors’ Championships and World Drivers’ Championships. The inaugural race in 2009...
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