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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, there’s an unsung group of heroes who make it all possible: the Elf Road Crew. These tireless workers ensure the...
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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, we’ve explored the transformative technologies, sustainability initiatives, and challenges that define t...
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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. Driving this transformation are innovative digital tools that streamline efficiency, yielding natural by-...
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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. This transformation marks a pivotal moment for the company as it strengthens its position as a leading...
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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 inclusive development by signing a transformative $30 million loan agreement. The ceremony took plac...
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Restoring Vital Communications on Mayotte in the Wake of Cyclone Chido
Restoring Vital Communications on Mayotte in the Wake of Cyclone Chido Cyclone Chido left a trail of destruction across Mayotte, disrupting lives and essential services. In response, Free Group iliad and Axian Group, co-shareholders of the island’s leading mobile operator, Only, swiftly activated a...
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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., Europe’s largest auctioneer of heavy equipment and industrial assets, has not only lived up to its reputation but set a new benchmark with its “Finish Strong, Start Stronger” campaign. With more t...
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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 machinery can often pose a financial challenge. Enter the partnership between HMD, a leading West Afric...
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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. The World Bank has approved a $350 million International Development Association (IDA) grant to suppor...
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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 have hindered economic growth and social development. The World Bank has stepped in to support this tra...
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Tadano AC 7.450-1 Crane The Ultimate Powerhouse for Precision Lifts
Tadano AC 7.450-1 Crane The Ultimate Powerhouse for Precision Lifts When precision, power, and reliability converge, extraordinary feats become possible. This was vividly demonstrated when the Tadano AC 7.450-1 crane tackled an extreme lifting operation at the PSA-Stellantis automotive manufacturing...
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Cyprus Secures €100m EIB Loan to Upgrade Road Infrastructure
Cyprus Secures €100m EIB Loan to Upgrade Road Infrastructure The European Investment Bank (EIB) has approved a €100 million loan to Cyprus, setting the stage for significant upgrades to the country’s road infrastructure. This financing represents the first tranche of a broader €200 million package a...
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Building Africa’s Future with EIB’s $80m Commitment to Resilient Infrastructure
Building Africa’s 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 million in equity to the Pembani Remgro Infrastructure Fund II (PRIF II). Announced at the Africa Invest...
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The Future of Communications-Based Train Control
The Future of Communications-Based Train Control As the rail industry embraced Communications-Based Train Control, its core goals were explicit: boosting capacity while elevating safety. Today, under the banner of ‘smart railways,’ these ambitions have expanded, fuelled by a blend of tec...
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Energy Horizons in Focus at the 25th Offshore Asia Pacific Summit in Malaysia
Energy Horizons in Focus at the 25th Offshore Asia Pacific Summit in Malaysia The Offshore Asia Pacific Summit (OAP2025) is set to return with its 25th edition in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from February 24 to February 27, 2025. With a compelling theme, “In Pursuit of Offshore Energy Prosperity v...
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Bobcat’s Expanded Range Set to Shine at the Executive Hire Show 2025
Bobcat’s Expanded Range Set to Shine at the Executive Hire Show 2025 The upcoming Executive Hire Show (EHS) 2025 at the Coventry Building Society Arena promises to be a thrilling showcase for the rental industry, and Bobcat is poised to steal the spotlight. Taking place from 12-13 February, th...
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ADB Strengthens Public-Private Partnership Framework in the Philippines
ADB Strengthens Public-Private Partnership Framework in the Philippines The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has reaffirmed its commitment to fostering sustainable development in the Philippines by approving a $30 million loan aimed at bolstering public-private partnerships (PPPs). This initiative is ex...
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Structural Health Monitoring with Inverse Crack-Tip Elements
Structural Health Monitoring with Inverse Crack-Tip Elements Structural health monitoring (SHM) has long been the backbone of maintaining critical infrastructure. From towering bridges to aircraft fuselages, ensuring structural integrity is non-negotiable. Yet, traditional SHM techniques often fall...
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Redefining Noise and Vibration Management with BIM and VR Technologies
Redefining Noise and Vibration Management with BIM and VR Technologies As cities grow denser and more interconnected, the demand for underground transportation systems like subways, expressways, and high-speed railways has surged. In bustling metropolises such as Seoul, extensive underground develop...
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Revolutionising Wind Turbine Protection with Positive Lightning Defence
Revolutionising Wind Turbine Protection with Positive Lightning Defence As the demand for renewable energy soars, wind power has emerged as a cornerstone in the global shift towards sustainability. Offshore wind farms, with their towering turbines and optimal wind conditions, are central to this mov...
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Top Innovative Ways To Use Fleet Camera Systems
Top Innovative Ways To Use Fleet Camera Systems Fleet management is not what it used to be – paper logs and control calls are now things of the past. These days, technology plays a crucial role in streamlining operations and improving efficiency. But what is the most significant advancement of fleet...
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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 institutional investment. While the financial world is buzzing, this landmark development is poised to ripple...
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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 embrace the challenge and make a tangible difference? Let’s explore how forward-thinking strategies ar...
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The Power of Competition and Why a Best and Final Offer Stage is a No-Brainer
The Power of Competition and Why a Best and Final Offer Stage is a No-Brainer In today’s highly competitive and cost-sensitive business environment, organisations must adopt innovative approaches to secure the best deals and build stronger partnerships with their suppliers. Savvy procurement leaders...
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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)™ spearheading efforts to unify and streamline logistics standards. In a move set to reshape...
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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 country’s first motorway delivered under a public-private partnership (PPP). Situated approximately 40 kilometres southwest of Prague,...
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Expro Secures $10m Contract to Lead Major Plug and Abandonment Project
Expro Secures $10m Contract to Lead Major Plug and Abandonment Project Energy services giant Expro has been awarded a significant contract exceeding $10 million to support a comprehensive plug and abandonment (P&A) campaign. The project, which encompasses 52 wells, is a testament to Expro’s lead...
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The Ultimate Guide to Factory Audits
The Ultimate Guide to Factory Audits Ensuring Quality and Compliance in Global Manufacturing In an increasingly interconnected global marketplace, maintaining quality and compliance is non-negotiable for manufacturers and businesses. Factory audits play a crucial role in ensuring that suppliers adhe...
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AI-Powered Product Design Taking Centre Stage at CES 2025
AI-Powered Product Design Taking Centre Stage at CES 2025 Neural Concept, the pioneering end-to-end 3D AI platform transforming engineering intelligence, is set to showcase ground-breaking advancements at CES 2025 in Las Vegas from January 6-10. By revolutionising product development across industri...
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Hill & Smith Infrastructure Pioneering 200 Years of Safer Roads
Hill & Smith Infrastructure Pioneering 200 Years of Safer Roads When a company celebrates two centuries of innovation and progress, it’s worth taking notice. Hill & Smith Infrastructure, a trailblazer in the field of Vehicle Restraint Systems (VRS) and road safety solutions, marks its 200th...
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Manitowoc Unveils Asia’s Most Powerful Topless Tower Crane
Manitowoc Unveils Asia’s 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 Asia range. Announced at bauma China 2024, this powerhouse combines cutting-edge flat-top design with...
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bauma 2025 Redefining Construction Innovation and Global Collaboration
bauma 2025 Redefining Construction Innovation and Global Collaboration bauma 2025, the world’s premier trade fair for construction machinery, building material machines, mining equipment, and construction technology, is already gearing up to be a landmark event. The next bauma will take place from 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 latest innovation—the X-ble Shoulder. Unveiled at Wearable Robot Tech Day at Hyundai Motorstudio Goyang,...
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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 where technology is reshaping traditional industries, even this ancient technique is finding new li...
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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 with the introduction of two mid-size crawler excavator models: the EC260 and the EC300. Launched ex...
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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. Tackling this pressing issue demands fresh thinking and robust collaboration—and that’s exactly wha...
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Predicting Floods with Satellites and AI
Predicting Floods with Satellites and AI As climate change continues to wreak havoc globally, accurate and accessible tools to visualise and prepare for natural disasters have become indispensable. One ground-breaking innovation leading the charge is a new AI-driven method developed by MIT scientist...
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Traffic Management gets Smarter with AGD650 AI Detector
Traffic Management gets Smarter with AGD650 AI Detector As cities worldwide grapple with the twin challenges of rising traffic congestion and the push for greener, more efficient transport solutions, one innovation is quietly redefining the landscape: AGD’s upgraded AGD650 AI Multi-Modal Detector. C...
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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 efficiently, sustainably, and safely. This growing demand comes with challenges, including deeper mines, tough...
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Metso Secures €70m Contract for Ground-breaking Gold Plant in Türkiye
Metso Secures €70m Contract for Ground-breaking Gold Plant in Türkiye Metso, a global leader in sustainable technologies, has been awarded a significant contract worth approximately €70 million to deliver a complete gold ore processing plant for Gübretaş Maden Yatırımları A.Ş. This collaboration mar...
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Bosch Sells Building Technologies Business to Triton
Bosch Sells Building Technologies Business to Triton In a significant move towards realigning its focus, Bosch has announced the sale of its security and communications technology product business to the European investment firm Triton. This marks a pivotal step for Bosch Building Technologies as it...
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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 unique climate and growing demand for reliable water sources. Uzman Sondaj, a seasoned specialist in...
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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 – the Mecalac 12-Series. This trio of wheel excavator loaders, featuring the 12MSX, 12MTX, and 12MRX...
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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 children’s book Cones and Making Choices, authored by Chris Madeley. This latest instalment in The Cones series shines a spotlight on the diverse and reward...
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Shaping the Future of Software-Defined Vehicles with Elektrobit at CES
Shaping the Future of Software-Defined Vehicles with Elektrobit at CES Elektrobit, a trailblazer in automotive software, is set to make waves at CES 2025 with ground-breaking innovations aimed at transforming the automotive industry. From open-source platforms to next-gen digital cockpits, the compa...
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Expro and Petrobras Revolutionising Flow Monitoring
Expro and Petrobras Revolutionising Flow Monitoring In a major stride for the energy sector, Expro, a global leader in energy services, has signed an exclusive technology agreement (ETEC) with Petrobras, Brazil’s oil and gas giant, to develop a revolutionary non-intrusive flowmeter. This collaborati...
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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 leap forward in the company’s quest to become a major player in the global battery materials mark...
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Hyundai Mobis Unveils a Panoramic Vision for Mobility at CES 2025
Hyundai Mobis Unveils a Panoramic Vision for Mobility at CES 2025 Hyundai Mobis is gearing up to unveil the world’s first full-windshield holographic display at CES 2025. This ground-breaking technology promises to redefine the driving experience, combining augmented reality (AR) with critical...
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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 with Leica Geosystems, a Hexagon company, to introduce an advanced aftermarket 3D machine control solu...
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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. The next-generation Cat® D8 dozer has set a new benchmark for performance, integrating cutting-edge technology, enhanced operator com...
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How Highways Impact the Auto Transport Industry
How Highways Impact the Auto Transport Industry The American highway system is the lifeline of the auto transport industry, playing a crucial role in how vehicles move across the country. From local deliveries to cross-country shipments, these roadways determine everything from delivery times to tra...
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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 Simulator. This innovative module, designed to replicate the functionality of the Komatsu PC490HRD...
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How Dot Ai’s ZiM Technology is Redefining Asset Tracking
How Dot Ai’s ZiM Technology is Redefining Asset Tracking Dot Ai, operating under the umbrella of SEE ID, Inc., is making waves in the logistics and supply chain sectors with the unveiling of ZiM (Zero Infrastructure Mesh). This next-generation IoT tracking solution promises to revolutionise as...
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The Balancing Act and the Science behind BallBot Control
The Balancing Act and the Science behind BallBot Control In the ever-evolving world of robotics, the quest for autonomy and adaptability is reaching new heights. As machines increasingly navigate unpredictable and dynamic environments, maintaining balance becomes an essential capability. Among the m...
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Illuminating the Future with Speedy Hire and Ritelite Lighting for Infrastructure
Illuminating the Future with Speedy Hire and Ritelite Lighting for Infrastructure The infrastructure sector often operates under the cover of darkness, where effective lighting can mean the difference between seamless operations and unnecessary delays. In response to growing demand for sustainable,...
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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 efficiency, transparency, and sustainability at the forefront, “Networked Construction” is emerging as a p...
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Rogfast Tunnel Highlights Norway’s Ambitious Leap into Subsea Connectivity
Rogfast Tunnel Highlights Norway’s Ambitious Leap into Subsea Connectivity The Rogaland Fixed Link, or Rogfast as it’s affectionately known, is poised to redefine the very concept of infrastructure innovation. This ground-breaking project in Norway is set to carve out the longest and deepest subsea...
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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 partnership with O&G Industries. This ambitious joint venture aims to revolutionise transportation...
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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 Chile’s infrastructure, the Coquimbo-La Serena Conurbation is set for a transformative redevelopment starting December 2024. The ambitious project, valued at an impressive US$64 million, will rejuvena...
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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%. This move cements VINCI’s position as the largest shareholder in LISEA, the entity responsible for...
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