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Golf European Tour to trial Aurrigo driverless shuttle at Celtic Manor
Golf European Tour to trial Aurrigo driverless shuttle at Celtic Manor Golfers and their caddies appearing at The ISPS Handa Wales Open will today be taken out to the opening tee in a driverless shuttle, powered by Vodafone’s 4G network. The tournament will be the first major sporting event to use d...
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FARO expands 3D digital twin skills with Swedish Advanced Technical Solutions acquisition
FARO expands 3D digital twin skills with Swedish Advanced Technical Solutions acquisition FARO Technologies, a global leader for 3D measurement, imaging and realization solutions for 3D Metrology, AEC (Architecture, Engineering & Construction), and Public Safety Analytics has announced that the...
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Ken Pink Plant Hire adds two more Volvo A25G haulers to their plant hire fleet
Ken Pink Plant Hire adds two more Volvo A25G haulers to their plant hire fleet Ken Pink Plant Hire Ltd of Staverton, Gloucestershire, has purchased two more Volvo A25G articulated haulers for its multi-faceted plant hire fleet. Long-standing users of Volvo Construction Equipment products, Ken Pink P...
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Building vibration control solutions market to surge over the next five years in USA
Building vibration control solutions market to surge over the next five years in USA Recent years have witnessed profound traction for vibration isolation in buildings as it has become imperative for the durability, safety and reliability of equipment and infrastructure. There have been concerted ef...
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Time is running out to apply for the Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme
Time is running out to apply for the Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme The window to attract crucial funding from the Government-supported Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme (CBILS) is closing rapidly, warns asset finance specialists PVS Finance. Businesses in the construction...
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Deter dangerous crane climbers from your worksite
Deter dangerous crane climbers from your worksite The construction industry is one of the worst affected industries in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Facing significant challenges both throughout lockdown and as restrictions now begin to ease, the sector has been shaken by numerous hurdles. However...
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Hydrogen and batteries set to decarbonise transport
Hydrogen and batteries set to decarbonise transport There is no single solution to decarbonising the transport sector – in fact, there are two. Hydrogen fuel cells and batteries, in combination, will be key to sustainable travel in the future. Contrary to popular belief, they are not competing techn...
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Highways England announces £200m Mottram bypass reaches major milestone
Highways England announces £200m Mottram bypass reaches major milestone Plans for a £200 million bypass to improve journeys on the main route between Manchester and Sheffield have reached a major milestone. Highways England has appointed Balfour Beatty Atkins as its delivery partner to design and co...
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What is Rotary Drilling and How Does It Work?
What is Rotary Drilling and How Does It Work? Rotary drilling has withstood its popularity over the years, being the most common method of drilling used for an assortment of different projects. Archaeological records show that even the Egyptians might have used a similar technique and the method can...
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Gammon wins the largest solo contract to date at Hong Kong International Airport
Gammon wins the largest solo contract to date at Hong Kong International Airport Gammon Engineering & Construction Limited has been awarded the approximately HK$12.88 billion Contract 3508 Terminal 2 Expansion Works project by Airport Authority Hong Kong. It is the construction company’s largest...
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Britpave calls on £27.4b roads investment plan to deliver long-term concrete solutions
Britpave calls on £27.4b roads investment plan to deliver long-term concrete solutions Britpave, the infrastructure industry association, has welcomed Highways England’s £27.4 billion second roads investment plan. However, it warns that to get the most out of this investment, roads should be built t...
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Hitachi and Bombardier to supply 23 Frecciarossa trains to Trenitalia in Spain
Hitachi and Bombardier to supply 23 Frecciarossa trains to Trenitalia in Spain Hitachi Rail SpA and Bombardier Transportation have announced that they have signed a contract with Italy’s primary train operator Trenitalia to supply 23 Frecciarossa 1000 very high-speed (VHS) trains for the new Intermo...
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Iteris expands Geographic Coverage into US Pacific Islands with Phoenix Pacific
Iteris expands Geographic Coverage into US Pacific Islands with Phoenix Pacific Iteris a global leader in smart mobility infrastructure management, today announced that it has partnered with Phoenix Pacific, Inc. to expand distribution of its roadway sensors technology across the U.S. Pacific Island...
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UVAX Connected Street Lighting and MaxLinear G.hn tech powering Smart Cities
UVAX Connected Street Lighting and MaxLinear G.hn tech powering Smart Cities MaxLinear, a leading provider of radio frequency (RF), analogue, digital and mixed-signal integrated circuits, today announced that UVAX has selected a MaxLinear G.hn Wave-2 chipset to develop solutions for Smart Cities. “U...
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Granite Inliner awarded $148m Trenchless Sewer Lining contracts in Chicago
Granite Inliner awarded $148m Trenchless Sewer Lining contracts in Chicago Granite announced that Granite Inliner, a wholly-owned subsidiary with one of the most comprehensive service portfolios in the piping infrastructure renewal industry, has been awarded five sewer renewal contracts totalling ap...
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Highways England unveils £27 billion road investment to support 64,000 jobs
Highways England unveils £27 billion road investment to support 64,000 jobs Highways England has today unveiled the details of plans for £27.4 billion investment in the strategic road network across the country. Highways England will deliver £14 billion of projects improving the quality, capacity an...
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Intel Responsible Minerals Program in Africa to track responsibly sourced tech minerals
Intel Responsible Minerals Program in Africa to track responsibly sourced tech minerals Standing beside a rutted red dirt road at about 5,000 feet up in the jungled mountains of northern Rwanda, Intel’s Adam Schafer explains in four words why he and a teammate had travelled from Oregon to this espec...
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Worksport introduces the TerraVis solar panel tonneau cover for pickup trucks
Worksport introduces the TerraVis solar panel tonneau cover for pickup trucks Worksport™ launched a new website earlier today, releasing highly anticipated details on their a brand new TerraVis™ tonneau cover system with solar power integration. The TerraVis™ system is a platfor...
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Volta Zero Electric Truck to be launched on the 3rd September 2020
Volta Zero Electric Truck to be launched on the 3rd September 2020 Volta Trucks has confirmed that the full-electric Volta Zero will be revealed at an online launch event at 10:00 BST on Thursday 3 September 2020. As the first purpose-built full electric large commercial vehicle designed specificall...
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Sandvik QI442 HS Mobile Crusher proves to be a multifunctional success in China
Sandvik QI442 HS Mobile Crusher proves to be a multifunctional success in China Guangdong based Long Ying Construction Engineering Ltd has become the first customer in China to purchase Sandvik Mobile Crushers and Screens’ revolutionary QI442 HS. This advanced HSI (Horizontal Shaft Impact) crusher i...
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Ford trialling tech to foresee accidents, connect cars and improve road safety
Ford trialling tech to foresee accidents, connect cars and improve road safety A consortium led by Ford is developing an innovative predictive road safety tool which, using data from connected vehicles and intelligent roadside sensors, could help to make travel in towns and cities safer and easier....
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EBRD supports 35 year Port of Olvia concession project in Ukraine
EBRD supports 35 year Port of Olvia concession project in Ukraine Despite a challenging global economic outlook, Ukraine continues to attract leading international transhipping and stevedoring companies by awarding the second concession for seaport development and management since June 2020. A 35-ye...
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Gartner explores 5 emerging technology trends for the next decade
Gartner explores 5 emerging technology trends for the next decade The 30 must-watch technologies on the Gartner Inc. Hype Cycle for Emerging Technologies, 2020 include technologies that enable a composable enterprise, aspire to regain society’s trust in technology, and alter the state of your...
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Fugro awarded 5 year geotechnical contract for Louisiana DOTD roadway and bridge design
Fugro awarded 5 year geotechnical contract for Louisiana DOTD roadway and bridge design Fugro has been awarded a 5-year indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) to provide state-wide geotechnical engineering services...
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Revu 20 streamlines remote collaboration for construction professionals worldwide
Revu 20 streamlines remote collaboration for construction professionals worldwide Bluebeam, Inc., a leading developer of solutions and services that set the standard for architecture, engineering and construction professionals worldwide, announces the newest version of Revu, their flagship project e...
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Proposals sought for $230m Swan River Crossing in Fremantle
Proposals sought for $230m Swan River Crossing in Fremantle Proposals to develop, design and construct a new Swan River Crossing in Fremantle are officially being sought. The $230 million, jointly funded project will replace the deteriorated Fremantle Traffic Bridge with two new crossings that will...
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Velodyne Lidar combined with Kaarta Cloud produces stunning 3D Maps
Velodyne Lidar combined with Kaarta Cloud produces stunning 3D Maps Velodyne Lidar today announced Kaarta Cloud® exclusively supports Velodyne’s lidar sensors. Kaarta’s new cloud-based application is a platform to process, store, and share 3D spaces. Paired with high quality lidar to capture the env...
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CAT Financial introduces new deals to help construction firms get back on track
CAT Financial introduces new deals to help construction firms get back on track Cat Financial has introduced a bundle of finance deals to help construction firms get their businesses back on track as the sector starts to get back to its new normal. Customers of Finning UK & Ireland, exclusive di...
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Ford teams up with the RNLI to promote water safety messaging at the beach
Ford teams up with the RNLI to promote water safety messaging at the beach Ford have commissioned custom tyres that can leave key water safety messages imprinted on stretches of sand as part of a new initiative with the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI). This activity aims to support the li...
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Cityzenith wins Digital Twin project for $500m Orlando Sports and Entertainment District
Cityzenith wins Digital Twin project for $500m Orlando Sports and Entertainment District A ground-breaking Digital Twin project by Cityzenith will promote, optimize, and future proof the ambitious $500 million Orlando Sports & Entertainment Smart District (OS+ED), aiming to drive the Florida cit...
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COVID19 has accelerated the demand for e-commerce in the equipment industry
COVID19 has accelerated the demand for e-commerce in the equipment industry Matt Ackley, the Chief Marketing Officer, GM Platform Business, SVP Product Management at Ritchie Bros., has a long track record of success in the world of tech. Before he joined the auction company, Matt worked at several s...
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Peterbilt Model 220EV Electric Trucks are now available to Order
Peterbilt Model 220EV Electric Trucks are now available to Order Peterbilt is leading the charge in alternative powertrain offerings and is pleased to announce the Model 220EV is now available for customer orders. The Model 220EV can be configured through the SmartSpec® sales tool and ordered at one...
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Aggregate Industries recognised for commitment to British Armed Forces
Aggregate Industries recognised for commitment to British Armed Forces Leading construction materials supplier Aggregate Industries has been given the prestigious Silver Employment Recognition Scheme (ERS) award by the Ministry of Defence. The award acknowledges that the company treats members of th...
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Civil Engineering Contractor EKFB award Trimble and Totalmobile HS2 Contract
Civil Engineering Contractor EKFB award Trimble and Totalmobile HS2 Contract Trimble and Totalmobile, a field service management software specialist, announced today that they have been awarded a contract from civil engineering joint venture Eiffage Kier Ferrovial BAM (EKFB) to support its transport...
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Bitumen market valuation estimated at $93.38 Billion by end of 2020
Bitumen market valuation estimated at $93.38 Billion by end of 2020 A number of governments, particularly those in BRICS nations, are emphasizing on improving their highways or freeways in order to improve efficiency of the transportation industry. As a result, heavy investments are being made to pr...
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EIB finances €15m for smart charging technology at The Mobility House in Germany
EIB finances €15m for smart charging technology at The Mobility House in Germany The European Investment Bank (EIB) and The Mobility House, a leading technology company and solution provider for charging services, have signed a €15 million financing agreement to promote the integration of electric v...
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StreetWise trial reveals high consumer confidence in autonomous vehicles
StreetWise trial reveals high consumer confidence in autonomous vehicles Consumer confidence in autonomous driving technologies is high – this was the major result from a commuter research trial in London led by the UK’s self-driving technology firm, Five, in a project partnership called StreetWise,...
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Perth road project protected with Highway Care Barrier System
Perth road project protected with Highway Care Barrier System A temporary steel barrier system from Highway Care has recently been deployed in a major highways project in Western Australia to ensure vehicle and worker safety during construction works. The Wanneroo Road and Joondalup Drive Interchang...
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John Deere expands Excavator range with 200G machine
John Deere expands Excavator range with 200G machine New for 2020, John Deere introduces the 200G model to its excavator lineup. Designed to decrease the amount of fuel burn without sacrificing power or productivity, the 200G Excavator enables operators to quickly complete tough jobs while also lowe...
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StreetDrone secures UK funding for 5G connected and autonomous truck project
StreetDrone secures UK funding for 5G connected and autonomous truck project StreetDrone, the full-stack autonomous technology company, have won UK Government funding as part of a consortium tasked with delivering an autonomous logistics capability to Nissan’s Sunderland car plant. The Department fo...
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Network Rail awards Soham Railway Station contract to J Murphy and Sons
Network Rail awards Soham Railway Station contract to J Murphy and Sons Network Rail has awarded the contract to build Soham’s new railway station to J Murphy and Sons Ltd. Having been without a rail connection for almost 55 years, the contract will deliver a new station for Soham, providing the com...
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Automechanika to launch online workshops and networking in September
Automechanika to launch online workshops and networking in September Maintaining contact is more important now than ever – Automechanika is offering new digital networking opportunities for everyone who had been looking forward to coming to Frankfurt this September. Starting on 10 September, there w...
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Hypermotion set to illuminate the latest mobility and logistics concepts
Hypermotion set to illuminate the latest mobility and logistics concepts At the multimodal innovation platform Hypermotion from 10 to 12 November 2020, high-calibre speakers will venture a look into the future and illuminate the latest mobility and logistics concepts. Establishing networks amongst t...
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Woodsafe’s unique concept produces flame-retardant wood
Woodsafe’s unique concept produces flame-retardant wood ALL-IN-ONE by Woodsafe offers a unique package of expertise where all parts of the flame-retardant wood production chain are gathered under one roof. “With our partner, we take control of the entire process. We guarantee our clients...
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British MP urges parents to make sure their children are Road Safety Aware
British MP urges parents to make sure their children are Road Safety Aware Most parents do not think their children understand road dangers or concentrate properly when near roads, a new survey reveals as pupils across the country prepare to set off back to school from next week. Safety campaigners...
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Sectigo releases Quantum-Safe Kit to test Quantum-Resistant Crypto
Sectigo releases Quantum-Safe Kit to test Quantum-Resistant Crypto Sectigo has announced the launch of Sectigo Quantum Labs to help organizations prepare for the time when quantum computers render existing standard encryption algorithms obsolete. As part of the company’s quantum initiative, Sectigo...
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Forecasts predict steady 5 percent growth for Traffic Management System market
Forecasts predict steady 5 percent growth for Traffic Management System market According to a recent study from market research firm Global Market Insights, the traffic management system market is set to grow from its current market value of more than $20 billion to over $25 billion by 2026, gaining...
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Blaize Pathfinder and Xplorer platforms deliver breakthrough AI Edge Computing
Blaize Pathfinder and Xplorer platforms deliver breakthrough AI Edge Computing New Blaize Pathfinder and Xplorer platforms for more efficient, more flexible, more accurate and more cost-effective real-time AI computing on the edge Blaize today announced the company’s first AI computing hardware and...
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Eaton launches wireless remote controls for machinery and field operations
Eaton launches wireless remote controls for machinery and field operations Power management company Eaton today announced its eMobility business has launched a new and improved line of Eaton OMNEX Trusted Wireless™ mobile control solutions for heavy machinery and field operations. The 900 MHz...
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Red Hat becomes a leader in Infrastructure Automation Platforms Evaluation
Red Hat becomes a leader in Infrastructure Automation Platforms Evaluation Red Hat, Inc., the world’s leading provider of open source solutions, today announced that Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform has been named a Leader by Forrester Research in The Forrester Wave™: Infrastructure...
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306 km LoRa based network deployed for South Korean Expressways by Semtech
306 km LoRa based network deployed for South Korean Expressways by Semtech Semtech Corporation, a supplier of high performance analogue and mixed-signal semiconductors and advanced algorithms, announced that Korea Expressway Corporation (KEC), a government affiliated company building and managing ex...
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Samsung high-performance X-Cube 3D IC technology now available
Samsung high-performance X-Cube 3D IC technology now available Samsung Electronics, a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, today announced the immediate availability of its silicon-proven 3D IC packaging technology, eXtended-Cube (X-Cube), for today’s most advanced process nodes....
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Austria’s Tyrol mountains no match for the VÖGELE SUPER 1803-3i Paver
Austria’s Tyrol mountains no match for the VÖGELE SUPER 1803-3i Paver Many people consider building mountain roads one of the royal disciplines: the steep terrain puts far more demands on technology and logistics than projects on the level. The SUPER 1803-3i from VÖGELE masters these challenge...
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Four Telecoms trends set to revolutionise the Mobile Workforce
Four Telecoms trends set to revolutionise the Mobile Workforce Technology has come a long way in the past decade, and the telecoms industry is no exception. Since 2010, this sector has seen incredible advancements and the worldwide revenue of telecoms services is estimated to be £1,026 billion. This...
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Brutal Digger puts Hyundai to the test in Russia
Brutal Digger puts Hyundai to the test in Russia Evgeny Akhtyrtsev is a heavy machine operator working for a small independent construction company based in Kaliningrad, Russia. Evgeny is also an Instagram and YouTube star, with more than 10,000 followers/subscribers, known online under the persona...
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LEVC collaborating to create a portfolio of VN5 electric van conversions
LEVC collaborating to create a portfolio of VN5 electric van conversions The London Electric Vehicle Company (LEVC) is developing a comprehensive conversion programme for its highly anticipated VN5 electric van. LEVC has already deployed a small fleet of converted TXs to provide VN5 ‘prototype’ vehi...
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TfN calls for Northern Infrastructure Pipeline to transform Britain’s Northern economy
TfN calls for Northern Infrastructure Pipeline to transform Britain’s Northern economy Transport for the North has today set out its initial plans for a Northern Infrastructure Pipeline (NIP), a 30-year investment plan of infrastructure projects to underpin greener Northern growth. This £5 bil...
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JB Hunt makes first delivery using the all-electric Daimler Freightliner eCASCADIA
JB Hunt makes first delivery using the all-electric Daimler Freightliner eCASCADIA J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc., one of the largest supply chain solutions companies in North America, announced today that its subsidiary, J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc., completed its first delivery using the Freightl...
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Iteris awarded $5.4m contract extension by San Francisco BART
Iteris awarded $5.4m contract extension by San Francisco BART Iteris, a global leader in smart mobility infrastructure management, today announced the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) has awarded Iteris a $5.4 million contract extension to continue its use of Iteris’ next-generation trav...
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Asian Development Bank invests $31m to improve roads in Papua New Guinea
Asian Development Bank invests $31m to improve roads in Papua New Guinea The Asian Development Bank has approved a $31 million loan to expand and improve the road network in Papua New Guinea. The Transport Sector Preparatory Project will finance a feasibility study and detailed engineering designs,...
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