Editor’s Choice
The Editorβs Choice articles are the very best articles published on Highways Today, personally selected by the editor for their quality, relevance, and impact. These standout pieces represent the finest journalism on the site, offering insightful analysis, exceptional storytelling, and a clear view of the trends shaping the future of infrastructure and construction.
Multibillion-DollarΒ Austin Light Rail Phase 1 Moves Forward
Multibillion-DollarΒ Austin Light Rail Phase 1 Moves Forward Austin is on the brink of a major transportation evolution. The Austin Transit Partnership (ATP), the government entity spearheading the cit...
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Trailblazing Smart Crosswalk Technology Protecting Pedestrians in Peachtree Corners
Trailblazing Smart Crosswalk Technology Protecting Pedestrians in Peachtree Corners Peachtree Corners, Georgia β a trailblazer in smart city innovation β is making significant strides in pedestrian an...
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Precision Technology Paves the Way to Mutual Success
Precision Technology Paves the Way to Mutual Success Creating fit-for-the-future highways has never been more critical, as we collectively seek to deliver roads that will support modern transport habi...
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Herc Rentals Seals $5.3b Deal to Acquire H&E Equipment Services
Herc Rentals Seals $5.3b Deal to Acquire H&E Equipment Services Herc Rentals has outmanoeuvred United Rentals in a high-stakes bidding war, securing a $5.3 billion cash-and-stock deal to acquire H...
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The Evolution of Safety Education in Construction
The Evolution of Safety Education in Construction Safety has long been a cornerstone of the construction industry. With high-risk environments, complex workflows, and evolving regulatory frameworks, e...
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China-Thailand High-Speed Railway gets Green Light for Phase 2 Expansion
China-Thailand High-Speed Railway gets Green Light for Phase 2 Expansion Thailand has taken a significant step forward in regional connectivity by approving Phase 2 of the China-Thailand High-Speed Ra...
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Philippines inviting Bids for the Boracay Bridge Project
Philippines inviting Bids for the Boracay Bridge Project The Philippines is embarking on an ambitious infrastructure venture: the Boracay Bridge Project. This proposed 2.54-kilometre bridge aims to se...
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Executive Hire Show Celebrates A Record-Breaking Event for the Hire Industry
Executive Hire Show Celebrates A Record-Breaking Event for the Hire Industry The Executive Hire Show 2025 has once again cemented its position as the UKβs premier event for the plant, tool, and equipm...
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CDEΒ Pioneering Sustainable Waste Recycling in the Gulf
CDEΒ Pioneering Sustainable Waste Recycling in the Gulf Qatar is taking a bold step towards sustainable waste management, with Advanced Technology Recycling (ATR) making history as the first company in...
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Bentley Systems Opens Nominations for 2025 Going Digital Awards
Bentley Systems Opens Nominations for 2025 Going Digital Awards Bentley Systems, a leading infrastructure engineering software company, has officially opened nominations for the 2025 Going Digital Awa...
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John Deere Expands Support with New Transmission Assurance Program
John Deere Expands Support with New Transmission Assurance Program In a significant move to bolster customer confidence and machine reliability, John Deere has unveiled an extended Transmission Assura...
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Asphalt Group Leads the Way in Sustainable Road Repair with PAS 2080 Verification
Asphalt Group Leads the Way in Sustainable Road Repair with PAS 2080 Verification In a significant stride towards environmental sustainability, Asphalt Group has proudly secured PAS 2080 verification,...
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BOELS Rental Makes Landmark Β£65 Million Investment in new JCB Fleet
BOELS Rental Makes Landmark Β£65 Million Investment in new JCB Fleet In a landmark move set to reshape the European construction equipment landscape, BOELS Rental has committed a staggering Β£65 million...
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The World Bank Aims to Halve Global Road Safety Fatalities by 2030
The World Bank Aims to Halve Global Road Safety Fatalities by 2030 As the global community approaches the midpoint of the United Nations’ Second Decade of Action for Road Safety (2021-2030), the...
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Ritchie Bros. Gears Up for Monumental Orlando Auction
Ritchie Bros. Gears Up for Monumental Orlando Auction In the world of heavy equipment auctions, few events command as much attention as Ritchie Bros.’ annual February spectacle in Orlando, Flori...
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BHP Expands Copper Mining Operations in South Australia
BHP Expands Copper Mining Operations in South Australia BHPβs ambitious plan to expand its copper smelter and refinery facilities in South Australia is taking a significant step forward. The mining gi...
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Economic Corridors to Stimulate South Asiaβs Growth and Integration
Economic Corridors to Stimulate South Asiaβs Growth and Integration Economic corridors are more than just infrastructure projects; they’re the lifelines that can propel South Asia into a new era...
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Mecbo America Scorpion Concrete Crawler Boom for Hard-to-Reach Projects
Mecbo America Scorpion Concrete Crawler Boom for Hard-to-Reach Projects Mecbo America, a division of Blastcrete Equipment LLC, has introduced a cutting-edge solution to concrete placement challenges:...
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Weavix Walt Smart Radios to Revolutionise Industrial Safety and Communication
Weavix Walt Smart Radios to Revolutionise Industrial Safety and Communication In high-risk industrial environments, clear, reliable communication is the backbone of safety and efficiency. For years, l...
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How to Use Marketing to Attract More Construction Clients
How to Use Marketing to Attract More Construction Clients When it comes to growing your construction business, attracting new clients is key. Marketing isn’t just a tool, it’s your gateway...
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How Digital Technology is Transforming Construction Education
How Digital Technology is Transforming Construction Education In the rapidly evolving construction industry, digital technology is reshaping how professionals learn and develop their skills. Innovatio...
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Komatsu WA700-8 Wheel Loader Redefines Sustainability Quarry and Mining Operations
Komatsu WA700-8 Wheel Loader Redefines Sustainability Quarry and Mining Operations Komatsu Europe has officially unveiled the WA700-8 wheel loader, a powerhouse machine engineered to elevate safety, e...
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EIB Announces Strategic Investment in Kiritimati Island Seaport
EIB Announces Strategic Investment in Kiritimati Island Seaport The European Investment Bank (EIB Global) is spearheading a transformative initiative that could reshape trade and logistics in the Paci...
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Jensen Precast Evolves into Jensen Infrastructure
Jensen Precast Evolves into Jensen Infrastructure In a strategic move reflecting its broadened scope and ambition, Jensen Precast has rebranded as Jensen Infrastructure. This evolution signifies the c...
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Granite’s $78m Infrastructure Overhaul to Ease Traffic Woes in Anaheim
Granite’s $78m Infrastructure Overhaul to Ease Traffic Woes in Anaheim Granite has secured a $78 million contract from the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) to tackle one of Ora...
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Esri Developer and Technology Summit Elevating Geospatial Innovation
Esri Developer and Technology Summit Elevating Geospatial Innovation The Esri Developer & Technology Summit, now in its 20th year, is set to take centre stage in Palm Springs, California, from Mar...
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Red Stag Materials Expands Globally with EZ Street Asphalt Shipments to Hong Kong
Red Stag Materials Expands Globally with EZ Street Asphalt Shipments to Hong Kong Red Stag Materials, a pioneering force in sustainable road maintenance solutions, has successfully dispatched its thir...
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Unlocking Africaβs Green Future with Over $1.5 Billion in Investments
Unlocking Africaβs Green Future with Over $1.5 Billion in Investments Africa’s Green Economy Summit (AGES) 2025 is gearing up to be a pivotal event in the continent’s sustainable developme...
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EBRD Makes Bold Investment in Green Railway Infrastructure inΒ Morocco
EBRD Makes Bold Investment in Green Railway Infrastructure inΒ Morocco The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has reinforced its commitment to sustainable mobility in Morocco with...
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SMT and CEMEX Cutting Emissions with EcoOperator Training for Site Managers
SMT and CEMEX Cutting Emissions with EcoOperator Training for Site Managers In the race to net zero, every operational tweak and efficiency gain matters. Recognising this, CEMEX UK has expanded its pa...
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Krank Inspeq Powering AI Equipment Inspections
Krank Inspeq Powering AI Equipment Inspections The construction industry is no stranger to challenges when it comes to equipment inspections. Traditionally, these processes have been laborious, incons...
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Kapsch TrafficCom Secures Tolling Contract in Norway
Kapsch TrafficCom Secures Tolling Contract in Norway Kapsch TrafficCom has clinched a significant tolling contract in Norway, marking another milestone in the companyβs global expansion. Awarded by Ve...
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Topcon and Pix4D Join Forces to Revolutionise Photogrammetry Solutions
Topcon and Pix4D Join Forces to Revolutionise Photogrammetry Solutions In a bold move set to transform photogrammetry and high-precision positioning, Topcon Positioning Systems and Pix4D have announce...
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River Dee Bridge set for Β£130m Infrastructure Overhaul
River Dee Bridge set for Β£130m Infrastructure Overhaul The Welsh Government is gearing up for a significant infrastructure upgrade with a GBP 130 million (US$161.6 million) project aimed at replacing...
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Singapore Takes the Wheel on Autonomous Buses with LTA Pilot
Singapore Takes the Wheel on Autonomous Buses with LTA Pilot Singapore is taking another leap forward in its vision for smart and sustainable transport. The Land Transport Authority (LTA) has issued a...
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Mastering Cash Flow with a Construction Expert’s Guide to Financial Stability
Mastering Cash Flow with a Construction Expert’s Guide to Financial Stability In the construction industry, where cash flow challenges account for nearly 30% of business failures, proper financi...
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The Cones and Quickline Delivering Digital Literacy
The Cones and Quickline Delivering Digital Literacy In a heartening effort to bridge the digital divide, hundreds of primary school pupils across West Yorkshire are being gifted free copies of a brand...
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Topcon Unveils HiPer XR GNSS Receiver for state-of-the-art Surveying
Topcon Unveils HiPer XR GNSS Receiver for state-of-the-art Surveying Topcon Positioning Systems has unveiled its latest innovation, the HiPer XR GNSS receiver, poised to set new benchmarks in surveyin...
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The Importance of Lifelong Learning in Construction
The Importance of Lifelong Learning in Construction In the construction industry, standing still isnβt just a career riskβitβs a fast track to obsolescence. With technology evolving, regulations shift...
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Volvo CE Unveils Next-Generation Hauler Range with the All-New A50 Model
Volvo CE Unveils Next-Generation Hauler Range with the All-New A50 Model Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has once again set a new benchmark in the construction machinery industry, unveiling it...
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Volvo and Start-up Waabi Driving Autonomous Trucking into the Future
Volvo and Start-up Waabi Driving Autonomous Trucking into the Future In a significant leap towards the future of freight transport, Volvo Autonomous Solutions (VAS) has announced a strategic partnersh...
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The Ultimate Guide to Route Planning Software
The Ultimate Guide to Route Planning Software Route planning can be a complicated challenge, and establishing that you want to enhance your fleet performance is an important first step. However, there...
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Peru’s Longitudinal de la Sierra Highway Project Nears Final Award Stage
Peru’s Longitudinal de la Sierra Highway Project Nears Final Award Stage Peru’s ambitious Longitudinal de la Sierra Tramo 4 project is edging closer to reality, with the final award proces...
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EOI Issued for Sikkah Al Hadid Joint Development Project in Al Madinah
EOI Issued for Sikkah Al Hadid Joint Development Project in Al Madinah The Al Madinah Regional Municipality, in partnership with the Ministry of Municipalities and Housing and the National Center for...
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Turner Construction Acquires Dornan Group in Ireland
Turner Construction Acquires Dornan Group in Ireland In a strategic move set to reshape the construction landscape, Turner Construction Company has finalised its acquisition of Ireland’s Dornan...
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Gatineau-Ottawa Tramway a Game-Changer for Sustainable Urban Mobility in Canada
Gatineau-Ottawa Tramway a Game-Changer for Sustainable Urban Mobility in Canada The SociΓ©tΓ© de transport de l’Outaouais (STO) has awarded a significant contract to Groupe Porteurβa consortium co...
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British International Investment Funding India’s EV Revolution
British International Investment Funding India’s EV Revolution In a significant stride towards bolstering India’s electric vehicle (EV) landscape, British International Investment (BII), t...
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Trayd Secures $4.5M to Revolutionise Construction Payroll and Compliance
Trayd Secures $4.5M to Revolutionise Construction Payroll and Compliance In a significant move poised to reshape the construction industry’s financial landscape, Trayd, an innovative constructio...
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JCB Celebrates One-Millionth Backhoe
JCB Celebrates One-Millionth Backhoe JCB, the renowned British equipment manufacturer, has reached a monumental milestone: the production of its one millionth backhoe loader. This achievement undersco...
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New Investment Is Powering Growth in Construction Start-ups
New Investment Is Powering Growth in Construction Start-ups Since the market downturn in late 2022, venture capital fluctuations have rocked numerous industries, including the construction sector. The...
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