Featured Articles
Featured Articles brings together the top-performing and most talked-about articles published on Highways Today. Curated by our editorial team, this collection showcases standout stories that have captured industry attention โ from groundbreaking projects and cutting-edge technologies to expert insights and global trends shaping the future of infrastructure.
Komatsu to Unveil Cutting-Edge Innovations for Extreme Environments at CES 2025
Komatsu to Unveil Cutting-Edge Innovations for Extreme Environments at CES 2025 As the tech world converges on Las Vegas for CES 2025, one industry heavyweight is set to make a splash in an arena typi...
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STRABAG Expands into Australia with Strategic Acquisition
STRABAG Expands into Australia with Strategic Acquisition In a significant move set to reshape the construction landscape in Australia, STRABAG SE, the European construction giant, has announced the f...
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KfW IPEX-Bank Championsย Energy Transformationย in Finland
KfW IPEX-Bank Championsย Energy Transformationย in Finland In an era where climate change has taken centre stage, KfW IPEX-Bank, alongside a consortium of leading banks, is stepping up to support Finlan...
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Germany Paves the Way for Smarter Roads with Kapsch TrafficCom
Germany Paves the Way for Smarter Roads with Kapsch TrafficCom Germany, long recognised as a pioneer in automotive engineering, is steering boldly into the future of autonomous and connected driving....
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Connecting Africa With The Trans-African Highway Network
Connecting Africa With The Trans-African Highway Network The Trans-African Highway (TAH) network stands as one of the most ambitious infrastructure projects ever conceived, aiming to weave together th...
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DEVELONโsย Compact Construction Range Heading for World of Concrete 2025
DEVELONโsย Compact Construction Range Heading for World of Concrete 2025 DEVELON, previously known as Doosan Construction Equipment, is set to make waves at the 2025 World of Concrete event in Las Vega...
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SIS Secures โฌ107m Contract for Catania Metro Expansion in Sicily
SIS Secures โฌ107m Contract for Catania Metro Expansion in Sicily SIS, a consortium of Fininc (51%) and Sacyr (49%), has been awarded a major contract for the construction of a key section of the Catan...
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The Elf Road Crew Keeping the North Pole Moving at Christmas
The Elf Road Crew Keeping the North Pole Moving at Christmas When most people think of Santa Claus, the image of a jolly man in red delivering gifts comes to mind. But behind the scenes, thereโs an un...
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Building a Sustainable Legacy in the Quarrying and Mining Industries
Building a Sustainable Legacy in the Quarrying and Mining Industries As December draws to a close, so too does our journey through Quarry and Mining Month at Highways.Today. Throughout the month, weโv...
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Empowering Sustainable and Resilient Infrastructure Through Digital Efficiency
Empowering Sustainable and Resilient Infrastructure Through Digital Efficiency As the infrastructure landscape evolves, sustainability and resilience have become critical benchmarks for success. Drivi...
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Keltbray Infrastructure Services Ushers in a New Dawn as AUREOS
Keltbray Infrastructure Services Ushers in a New Dawn as AUREOS In a bold move symbolising a fresh chapter in its evolution, Keltbray Infrastructure Services Limited (KISL) has rebranded as AUREOS. Th...
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ADB and Cook Islands Partner on $30m Loan to Enhance Resilience and Growth
ADB and Cook Islands Partner on $30m Loan to Enhance Resilience and Growth The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Government of the Cook Islands have taken a significant step toward sustainable and...
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Ritchie Bros. Wraps Up a Record-Breaking 2024
Ritchie Bros. Wraps Up a Record-Breaking 2024 As the curtains close on 2024, Ritchie Bros., Europeโs largest auctioneer of heavy equipment and industrial assets, has not only lived up to its reputatio...
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HMD and Rokbak Empowering West African Projects with Smart Financing
HMD and Rokbak Empowering West African Projects with Smart Financing In the rugged terrains of West Africa, where infrastructure development and mining dominate the landscape, acquiring heavy-duty mac...
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Rogun Hydropower Project in Tajikistan is Transforming Energy Access
Rogun Hydropower Project in Tajikistan is Transforming Energy Access Tajikistan, a country blessed with vast hydropower potential, is embarking on an ambitious journey to reshape its energy future. Th...
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Nigeria and The World Bank to Transform Rural Roads and Boost Communities
Nigeria and The World Bank to Transform Rural Roads and Boost Communities Nigeria is embarking on an ambitious journey to reshape its rural infrastructure, addressing long-standing challenges that hav...
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Cyprus Secures โฌ100m EIB Loan to Upgrade Road Infrastructure
Cyprus Secures โฌ100m EIB Loan to Upgrade Road Infrastructure The European Investment Bank (EIB) has approved a โฌ100 million loan to Cyprus, setting the stage for significant upgrades to the countryโs...
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Building Africaโs Future with EIB’s $80m Commitment to Resilient Infrastructure
Building Africaโs Future with EIB’s $80m Commitment to Resilient Infrastructure The European Investment Bank (EIB) has made its most significant financial commitment to Africa, pledging $80 mill...
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Bitcoin’s Meteoric Rise Could Transform Construction Payments and Supply Chains
Bitcoin’s Meteoric Rise Could Transform Construction Payments and Supply Chains Bitcoin has skyrocketed past the $100,000 milestone, capturing global attention and sparking a surge in institutio...
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How Green Public Procurement is Transforming the Highways Sector
How Green Public Procurement is Transforming the Highways Sector Can Green Public Procurement truly accelerate the shift towards sustainable practices in the highways sector? Are suppliers ready to em...
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NMFTA Drives Freight Forward with Digital Full Truckload Council
NMFTA Drives Freight Forward with Digital Full Truckload Council The freight industry has entered a new era of digital transformation, with the National Motor Freight Traffic Association, Inc. (NMFTA)...
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VINCI Opens PPP Financed D4 Motorway in Czech Republic
VINCI Opens PPP Financed D4 Motorway in Czech Republic In a significant milestone for Czech infrastructure, VINCI has officially opened the D4 motorway, marking the countryโs first motorway delivered...
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Manitowoc Unveils Asiaโs Most Powerful Topless Tower Crane
Manitowoc Unveils Asiaโs Most Powerful Topless Tower Crane Manitowoc has raised the stakes in construction innovation with the launch of the Potain MCT 2205, its largest topless tower crane from the A...
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Hyundai and Kia Unveil the X-ble Shoulder Wearable Robot
Hyundai and Kia Unveil the X-ble Shoulder Wearable Robot Hyundai Motor Company and Kia Corporation have taken a bold leap into the future of industrial efficiency and workplace safety with their lates...
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The Modern Revival of Dry Stone Walling with MB Crusher Attachments
The Modern Revival of Dry Stone Walling with MB Crusher Attachments Dry stone walling, a craft with roots as deep as human civilisation, has stood the test of time as a functional art form. In a world...
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VolvoCE Redefines Mid-Size Excavators with the EC260 and EC300
VolvoCE Redefines Mid-Size Excavators with the EC260 and EC300 Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) continues to elevate the standard for excavator performance, efficiency, and operator experience...
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Paving the Way for Smarter Cities with Kapsch TrafficCom
Paving the Way for Smarter Cities with Kapsch TrafficCom Urban congestion has long been a thorn in the side of modern cities, clogging streets, hampering productivity, and escalating pollution levels....
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Driving Efficiency Underground with Automation and AI in Mining Operations
Driving Efficiency Underground with Automation and AI in Mining Operations As the global demand for minerals and resources surges, the mining industry faces immense pressure to operate more efficientl...
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Metso Secures โฌ70m Contract for Ground-breaking Gold Plant in Tรผrkiye
Metso Secures โฌ70m Contract for Ground-breaking Gold Plant in Tรผrkiye Metso, a global leader in sustainable technologies, has been awarded a significant contract worth approximately โฌ70 million to del...
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The Perfect Compressor for Water Well Drilling in Challenging Turkish Environments
The Perfect Compressor for Water Well Drilling in Challenging Turkish Environments Water well drilling in Turkey’s Karaman region has long been a critical operation, driven by the area’s u...
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Mecalac Unveils Game-Changing 12-Series Wheeled Excavator Loaders
Mecalac Unveils Game-Changing 12-Series Wheeled Excavator Loaders The Mecalac Group, a global leader in compact construction machinery, has once again raised the bar with its latest innovation –...
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Colas Inspiring Young Minds Through The Cones Construction Tales
Colas Inspiring Young Minds Through The Cones Construction Tales Colas Ltd has joined forces with Leeds City Council to support the educational childrenโs book Cones and Making Choices, authored by Ch...
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Rio Tinto Bets $2.5 Billion on Argentina’s Lithium Future
Rio Tinto Bets $2.5 Billion on Argentina’s Lithium Future Rio Tinto has unveiled an ambitious $2.5 billion investment to expand its Rincon lithium project in Argentina, marking a significant lea...
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Develon and Leica Geosystems unite to deliver Precision in Dozer Technology
Develon and Leica Geosystems unite to deliver Precision in Dozer Technology In a significant leap forward for construction technology, Develon, formerly Doosan Construction Equipment, has teamed up wi...
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Cat Upgrades D8 Dozer with Ground-breaking Earthmoving Technology
Cat Upgrades D8 Dozer with Ground-breaking Earthmoving Technology When it comes to bulldozers, Caterpillar continues to lead the pack with ground-breaking innovation.ย The next-generation Catยฎ D8 dozer...
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Master Demolition Training with Komatsu’s High Reach Excavator Simulator
Master Demolition Training with Komatsu’s High Reach Excavator Simulator In a bold stride towards modernising operator training, Komatsu has unveiled its new K100 High Reach Demolition Excavator...
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Unlocking the Potential of Networked Construction
Unlocking the Potential of Networked Construction The construction industry is undergoing a seismic shift, embracing digitalisation and connectivity to tackle its most pressing challenges. With effici...
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Rogfast Tunnel Highlights Norwayโs Ambitious Leap into Subsea Connectivity
Rogfast Tunnel Highlights Norwayโs Ambitious Leap into Subsea Connectivity The Rogaland Fixed Link, or Rogfast as itโs affectionately known, is poised to redefine the very concept of infrastructure in...
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Tutor Perini wins $1.1 Billion Newark AirTrain Project
Tutor Perini wins $1.1 Billion Newark AirTrain Project The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has officially awarded a monumental contract worth $1.18 billion to Tutor Perini Corporation in par...
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Transforming Connectivity in Chile with Coquimbo-La Serena Urban Overhaul
Transforming Connectivity in Chile with Coquimbo-La Serena Urban Overhaul In a significant boost to Chileโs infrastructure, the Coquimbo-La Serena Conurbation is set for a transformative redevelopment...
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VINCI Takes the Helm with Enhanced Stake in LISEA
VINCI Takes the Helm with Enhanced Stake in LISEA VINCI Concessions has made headlines by finalising the acquisition of an additional 8.645% stake in LISEA, elevating its total shareholding to 42.045%...
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Aboitiz InfraCapital wins $76 Billion Airport PPP Contract in the Philippines
Aboitiz InfraCapital wins $76 Billion Airport PPP Contract in the Philippines The Philippines is taking bold strides in modernising its aviation infrastructure, with the Department of Transportation (...
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2025 Trends and Predictions for eCommerce in Construction Procurement
2025 Trends and Predictions for eCommerce in Construction Procurement When you think of highways and infrastructure, eCommerce might not immediately spring to mind. This sector has long been defined b...
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Redefining Construction Safety With Real-Time Telematics
Redefining Construction Safety With Real-Time Telematics The construction industry has long grappled with balancing efficiency and safety, often relying on time-consuming manual processes. But with th...
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Caterpillar’s Third Global Operator Challenge Takes Centre Stage
Caterpillar’s Third Global Operator Challenge Takes Centre Stage When it comes to heavy equipment, skill and precision often separate the amateurs from the legends. Caterpillar Inc. is back with...
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How Regenerative Design Could Turn Urban Landscapes Green
How Regenerative Design Could Turn Urban Landscapes Green European cities stand at a crossroads. With urban areas housing 75% of the EUโs population and expanding at a rapid pace, the tension between...
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Exploring the Foundations of Modern Quarrying
Exploring the Foundations of Modern Quarrying Quarries are essential to the construction, infrastructure, and industrial sectors, providing the raw materials that form the backbone of modern civilizat...
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Key Terms in Quarrying and Mining
Key Terms in Quarrying and Mining Quarrying and mining involve specialized terms that are essential for understanding the technical and operational aspects of the industry. Below is a comprehensive gl...
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Engineering Against the Current to Safeguard the Danube
Engineering Against the Current to Safeguard the Danube The Danube River has long been a lifeline for Europe, winding its way through ten countries and serving as a vital corridor for trade, travel, a...
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XCMG Celebrates a Successful bauma CHINA 2024
XCMG Celebrates a Successful bauma CHINA 2024 At the recently concluded bauma CHINA 2024, XCMG Machinery solidified its position as a global leader in construction and mining equipment. With co...
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