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Terram to Bring Sustainable Road Reinforcement Solutions to Highways UK
Terram to Bring Sustainable Road Reinforcement Solutions to Highways UK Highways UK 2025 is set to shine a spotlight on sustainable innovation, with Terram showcasing its latest ground reinforcement technologies at the NEC Birmingham on 15–16 October. Positioned at stand B21 in Hall 5, the geosynthe...
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MonsterFairings Review – Reddit Community Opinions Summarized
MonsterFairings Review – Reddit Community Opinions Summarized When motorcycle owners and enthusiasts search for a new fairing kit, one name that consistently surfaces across forums and communities dedicated to bikes is Monster Fairings. Known for custom fairings, OEM-like quality, and truly to...
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In the pipeline
In the pipeline Here, Leon Woods, Country Manager UK at Steinzeug-Keramo, looks at why it is important to consider a material’s Life Cycle Cost when selecting underground drainage pipes. It is a telling insight that the Chief Secretary to the Treasury said that this Government will set about ‘doing...
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AI and Smart Tech for Safer Construction Sites
AI and Smart Tech for Safer Construction Sites Emerging technologies are rapidly transforming construction sites from traditional hazard zones into smarter, safer workplaces. Artificial intelligence (AI) and digital tools are enhancing how crews stay out of harm’s way and how they learn vital skills...
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Global Rail 2025 Delivers the World’s Transport Leaders to Abu Dhabi
Global Rail 2025 Delivers the World’s Transport Leaders to Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi is preparing to welcome ministers, CEOs, innovators, and senior transport leaders from across the globe for Global Rail 2025, the Middle East’s flagship mobility and transportation exhibition. Taking place from 30 Septemb...
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Smart Spaces Take Centre Stage at First International Smart Space Exhibition
Smart Spaces Take Centre Stage at First International Smart Space Exhibition Next week marks a major milestone in the evolution of digital urbanism as Hangzhou prepares to host the inaugural International Smart Space Exhibition (ISSE). Running from 25 to 29 September 2025 at the Hangzhou Grand Conve...
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Top Earthmoving Equipment Rental Companies
Top Earthmoving Equipment Rental Companies Earthmoving equipment is vital in construction and contracting projects, as it can dig and move large quantities of soil, clay and other kinds of terrain. However, investing in and owning such heavy machinery can come at a high cost, which may be too much i...
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Barminco Secures A$300M Contract at Dalgaranga Gold Project
Barminco Secures A$300M Contract at Dalgaranga Gold Project Barminco, the underground mining subsidiary of Perenti, has clinched a significant four-year contract valued at around A$300 million with Ramelius Resources for the Dalgaranga Gold Project in Western Australia. This contract comes with an o...
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Beyond the Box – The Rise of Specialized Airfreight
Beyond the Box – The Rise of Specialized Airfreight A grounded cargo plane can cost an airline tens of thousands of dollars per day in lost revenue and penalties. In one case, it may be a single faulty hydraulic pump that keeps an aircraft on the ground. In another, a shipment of temperature-s...
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Morocco Infrastructure gets $2.6 Billion Investment from China
Morocco Infrastructure gets $2.6 Billion Investment from China China Construction Steel Structure Co., Ltd (CCSS) has landed a landmark deal in Morocco valued at US$2.6 billion, signifying a decisive deepening of China’s infrastructure footprint in North Africa. The contract spans railways, highways...
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A Turning Point for Chilean Transport with $470m Santiago Railway Deal with China
A Turning Point for Chilean Transport with $470m Santiago Railway Deal with China Santiago, the bustling capital of Chile, is preparing for a major shift in its urban mobility landscape. A partnership between the Chilean government and China Railway Construction Corporation (CRCC) has secured a US$4...
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Stakeholder Collaboration is Key to Decarbonising Off-Road Machinery
Stakeholder Collaboration is Key to Decarbonising Off-Road Machinery The global push for net zero is reshaping the way we think about engines, fuels, and powertrains. Nowhere is this more pressing than in the off-road machinery sector, which includes construction, agriculture, forestry, and mining....
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The World Bank Promotes Accelerated Investment and Reigniting Growth
The World Bank Promotes Accelerated Investment and Reigniting Growth Investment has always been the backbone of economic progress. It builds roads and railways, powers industries, finances schools, and creates jobs. For developing economies, the stakes are even higher. Investment not only strengthen...
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Medical Waste & Infectious Substances Transportation
Medical Waste & Infectious Substances Transportation An Overview of Best Practices and Regulatory Requirements Handling, disposing, and transporting medical waste and infectious substances safely is vitally important. Not only do these processes protect public health, but they also prevent envir...
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Future-Proofing Transit Spaces with Durable and Sustainable Building Solutions
Future-Proofing Transit Spaces with Durable and Sustainable Building Solutions Airports, train stations, bus depots, and ferry terminals are far more than points of departure and arrival. They are the connective tissue of modern cities and regional economies, welcoming millions of travellers each ye...
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Advanced Metal Fabrication and the Future of Highway Infrastructure
Advanced Metal Fabrication and the Future of Highway Infrastructure Highway networks stand on steel and precision. Behind every bridge beam, guardrail, or tunnel frame lies the unseen work of metal fabrication. The strength, safety, and longevity of roads depend not just on concrete and asphalt but...
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The Smart Way to Start Your Driving Journey
The Smart Way to Start Your Driving Journey If you’re just starting off on the journey of learning to drive, the process can feel quite overwhelming and incredibly expensive, more so now than ever before. With many young aspiring drivers in the UK facing long waiting times for tests and rising costs...
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Hybrid Multi-Objective Decision Making to Transform Prefabricated Construction
Hybrid Multi-Objective Decision Making to Transform Prefabricated Construction The global construction industry is racing towards smarter, safer, and more efficient project delivery. Among the many innovations shaping this transformation, prefabricated construction stands out for its ability to redu...
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Cracking the Code of Major Road Traffic Accidents in China
Cracking the Code of Major Road Traffic Accidents in China China’s transportation network has expanded at breakneck speed, fuelled by the country’s transportation power strategy. New highways, expressways, and logistics corridors now stitch together regions that were once isolated. Yet, beneath this...
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Blockchain 3.0 and BIM Create A New Era of Traceable Data Exchange
Blockchain 3.0 and BIM Create A New Era of Traceable Data Exchange As Building Information Modelling (BIM) becomes the backbone of digital construction, the sheer volume of information exchanged between stakeholders presents challenges. Traditional file-based methods often fall short. Multidisciplin...
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GPR Mapping to Unlock the Secrets of Steel Fibre Reinforced Tunnel Linings
GPR Mapping to Unlock the Secrets of Steel Fibre Reinforced Tunnel Linings As global cities grow denser and surface land becomes increasingly scarce, the push underground has never been more urgent. Urban tunnels today carry more than just traffic. They channel water, energy and communications infra...
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Mapping Sanitation Gaps in India Sparks Global Framework for Change
Mapping Sanitation Gaps in India Sparks Global Framework for Change Access to basic sanitation remains one of the most pressing public health and social challenges in the world. Now, ground-breaking research from Australia has shed light on how these gaps play directly into community safety and cohe...
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Unlocking Rooftop Potential for Smart Sustainable Cities
Unlocking Rooftop Potential for Smart Sustainable Cities Urbanisation continues to reshape the world at a dizzying pace. With more than half of the global population now living in cities, municipal leaders face mounting challenges. Rising temperatures, overburdened energy networks, and flooding risk...
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Hitachi Rail adopts Private 5G Network Next-Gen Manufacturing
Hitachi Rail adopts Private 5G Network Next-Gen Manufacturing Hitachi Rail’s state-of-the-art factory in Hagerstown, Maryland, is more than a manufacturing plant. It’s the template for what smart, connected rail production will look like in the coming decade. Through a collaboration with GlobalLogic...
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Smart Concrete Testing with GPR and Deep Learning to Transform Rebar Detection
Smart Concrete Testing with GPR and Deep Learning to Transform Rebar Detection Reinforced concrete has been the backbone of modern infrastructure for over a century, but evaluating its integrity has always posed challenges. Traditional inspection methods often rely on destructive testing, which comp...
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Unlocking the Secrets of Long-Term Creep in Concrete-Filled Steel Tube Bridges
Unlocking the Secrets of Long-Term Creep in Concrete-Filled Steel Tube Bridges When it comes to modern bridge engineering, few projects have captured global attention quite like the Tian’e Longtan Bridge in China. Stretching across the Hongshui River with a world-record arch span of 600 metres, it s...
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Smarter Concrete with Hybrid Random Forest Strength Predictions
Smarter Concrete with Hybrid Random Forest Strength Predictions Concrete remains the most widely used construction material on the planet, but it comes at a cost. Traditional cement production accounts for nearly 8% of global CO₂ emissions, sparking the industry’s search for greener alternatives. On...
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Korea’s Breakthrough in Liquid Air Energy Storage
Korea’s Breakthrough in Liquid Air Energy Storage As the world pivots towards renewable energy, one of the toughest challenges lies in balancing power supply with demand. Solar and wind are plentiful but unpredictable, often generating surplus power when it’s not needed and falling short during peak...
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Construweek 2025 Redefining BIM as Better Information Management
Construweek 2025 Redefining BIM as Better Information Management The ZIGURAT Institute of Technology is preparing to host Construweek 2025, a global online gathering dedicated to the future of Building Information Modelling (BIM). Scheduled for 16-18 September, the event sets the stage for an indust...
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Driving Africa’s Mobility Revolution at Smarter Mobility Africa Summit
Driving Africa’s Mobility Revolution at Smarter Mobility Africa Summit Africa’s biggest stage for future transport is set to return in 2025. The Smarter Mobility Africa Summit (SMA) will once again take over Johannesburg’s Sandton Convention Centre from 1–2 October, gathering the brightest thinkers,...
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EV Infrastructure & Energy Summit 2025 Powering the UK’s Charging Future
EV Infrastructure & Energy Summit 2025 Powering the UK’s Charging Future The UK’s electric vehicle (EV) revolution is gathering speed, and nowhere is this momentum more visible than at the upcoming EV Infrastructure & Energy Summit, taking place at the Hilton London Metropole on 1–2 Oc...
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AI on the Road with NVIDIA’s Vision for Safer and Smarter Vehicles
AI on the Road with NVIDIA’s Vision for Safer and Smarter Vehicles At the IAA Mobility conference in Munich, NVIDIA’s Vice President of Automotive, Ali Kani, delivered a clear message: the car of the future is no longer defined by horsepower but by compute power. Vehicles are evolving into AI-define...
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YOVOY Launches Flexible Virtual Fleet to Transform UK Deliveries
YOVOY Launches Flexible Virtual Fleet to Transform UK Deliveries A new player has stepped onto the UK logistics stage, promising to disrupt long-standing industry norms. YOVOY, a scalable delivery software solution, has launched with the bold aim of giving UK businesses direct access to an on-demand...
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One Carbon World and Carbon Markets Africa Summit Driving Sustainable Growth
One Carbon World and Carbon Markets Africa Summit Driving Sustainable Growth One Carbon World (OCW) has been confirmed as the official climate impact partner for the upcoming Carbon Markets Africa Summit (CMAS), set to take place in Johannesburg from 22 to 23 October. This collaboration marks an imp...
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Trimble Dimensions 2025 to Bring the Future of Work to Las Vegas
Trimble Dimensions 2025 to Bring the Future of Work to Las Vegas Trimble has confirmed the return of its flagship user conference, Trimble Dimensions 2025, set to take place from 10–12 November at The Venetian Resort in Las Vegas. Billed as one of the most important gatherings for professionals acro...
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PPP MENA Forum Accelerating Infrastructure Ambitions in the Middle East
PPP MENA Forum Accelerating Infrastructure Ambitions in the Middle East The 5th PPP MENA Forum, held at Dubai’s iconic Jumeirah Emirates Towers, gathered policymakers, industry leaders, and investors to explore the evolving role of public-private partnerships (PPPs) in shaping the Middle East and No...
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Lobito Corridor Set to Transform African Mining and Trade
Lobito Corridor Set to Transform African Mining and Trade The Lobito Corridor is shaping up to be one of the most ambitious infrastructure projects in Africa, poised to redefine mining logistics across the continent. Stretching 1,300 kilometres through Angola, Zambia, and the Democratic Republic of...
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London Build Expo 2025 Celebrates a Decade of Innovation and Growth
London Build Expo 2025 Celebrates a Decade of Innovation and Growth London Build Expo 2025 is gearing up for its biggest edition yet as it marks 10 years of shaping and connecting the UK’s built environment. Taking place at Olympia’s Grand and National Halls on 19–20 November, this milestone event p...
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XCMG XCS100S Reach Stacker Powers a New Era in Wind Energy Logistics
XCMG XCS100S Reach Stacker Powers a New Era in Wind Energy Logistics XCMG Machinery has once again demonstrated why it stands among the world’s elite equipment manufacturers with the debut of the XCS100S wind power reach stacker. Recently put through its paces at Yangzhou Port in eastern China, the...
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The Connected Jobsite Revolution
The Connected Jobsite Revolution In a world of ever-evolving skylines, construction is getting a high-tech makeover. The once-disconnected building site, characterised by isolated machinery, paper plans, and radio calls, is transforming into a connected jobsite humming with data. Sensors on steel be...
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Innovation Meets Sustainability at the 2025 iTwin4Good Challenge
Innovation Meets Sustainability at the 2025 iTwin4Good Challenge In an era where infrastructure demands are mounting and engineering skills are in high demand, Bentley Systems and Enactus joined forces to launch the 2025 iTwin4Good Challenge, a six‑week global programme inviting university students...
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Development Banks Invested $137 Billion for Climate Finance in 2024
Development Banks Invested $137 Billion for Climate Finance in 2024 Multilateral development banks (MDBs) have stunned the international development community by pumping a record‑breaking US$ 137 billion into climate finance in 2024, marking a 10 percent rise on the year before. The surge, unveiled...
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Doosan Bobcat Unveils eFORCE LAB to Drive Modular Battery Innovation
Doosan Bobcat Unveils eFORCE LAB to Drive Modular Battery Innovation Doosan Bobcat has taken a significant leap in its electrification journey with the launch of eFORCE LAB., a dedicated battery pack research and development centre in Indeokwon, Anyang, South Korea. The facility, officially opened o...
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Hire HQ Redefines the Future of Equipment Rental Technology
Hire HQ Redefines the Future of Equipment Rental Technology For far too long, the hire sector has been weighed down by rental management systems (RMS) that simply haven’t kept up with the pace of modern business. Many contractors and hire firms are still navigating portals that seem frozen in time,...
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John Deere Streamlines Parts Ordering within Operations Center
John Deere Streamlines Parts Ordering within Operations Center For professionals juggling construction schedules, delays are the enemy. Recently, John Deere has taken a significant leap forward in simplifying fleet maintenance by embedding Shop.Deere.com within the Operations Center ecosystem. This...
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Smarter Charging for Electric Car Sharing Could Drive a Greener Future
Smarter Charging for Electric Car Sharing Could Drive a Greener Future Cutting road transport emissions is no small feat, yet one promising approach is clear: fewer vehicles and more electric drive systems. Electric vehicles (EVs), when paired with car-sharing schemes, could dramatically slash traff...
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Airships Chart Helsinki’s Future with Geospatial Precision
Airships Chart Helsinki’s Future with Geospatial Precision In August 2025, Helsinki took to the skies, not with jets or drones, but with elegant, autonomous airships. The City of Helsinki, alongside its innovation arm Forum Virium Helsinki, partnered with Finnish airship specialist Kelluu to pilot a...
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Ground-Level AdBlue Filling System Transforms Excavator Safety
Ground-Level AdBlue Filling System Transforms Excavator Safety Commercial Fuel Solutions Ltd has unveiled a ground-breaking ground-level AdBlue® filling system, specifically engineered to enhance safety and streamline refuelling for heavy machinery operators. Designed with rugged construction and qu...
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Power Curbers Expands Global Reach with Acquisition of Miller Formless Systems
Power Curbers Expands Global Reach with Acquisition of Miller Formless Systems Power Curbers has made a decisive move to cement its position as a global leader in slipform paving by acquiring Miller Formless Systems, a respected manufacturer of mid-sized slipform machines. The deal, completed on 29...
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Eaton and Xendee Elevating Microgrid Intelligence and Smart Energy
Eaton and Xendee Elevating Microgrid Intelligence and Smart Energy Eaton and Xendee have teamed up, introducing a sophisticated, AI-driven microgrid solution that’s poised to redefine energy resilience, operational efficiency and cost-saving strategies for both new and existing systems. Eaton and Xe...
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Liebherr Machinery and Sustainability Sets the Stage for NordBau 2025
Liebherr Machinery and Sustainability Sets the Stage for NordBau 2025 From 10 to 14 September 2025, Liebherr will be in the spotlight at the NordBau trade fair in Neumünster, showcasing an impressive line-up of construction machinery designed to tackle everything from deep foundation projects to urb...
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Temporary Bridge Keeps Otley Moving During Historic Footbridge Replacement
Temporary Bridge Keeps Otley Moving During Historic Footbridge Replacement When a 13th-century landmark in West Yorkshire faced urgent repairs, the community of Otley found itself at a crossroads. Leeds City Council’s inspections revealed structural concerns with the pedestrian section of Otley Brid...
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Econolite Unveils EPIQ RADAR Traffic Detection for Safer and Smarter Roads
Econolite Unveils EPIQ RADAR Traffic Detection for Safer and Smarter Roads Econolite, a trusted name in intelligent traffic management and part of the Umovity group, has taken a bold step forward in sensor innovation with the launch of the EPIQ RADAR detection solution. Positioned as a best-in-class...
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Auto Bissinger strengthens fleet with new Tadano AC 4.100L-1 Crane
Auto Bissinger strengthens fleet with new Tadano AC 4.100L-1 Crane For Auto Bissinger, cranes and the Tadano name are practically inseparable. A glance at their fleet makes it clear why every single crane bears the Tadano badge. Their latest addition, the Tadano AC 4.100L-1, is yet another testament...
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Nexus OMNI Sets a New Standard in Smart Traffic Management
Nexus OMNI Sets a New Standard in Smart Traffic Management As urban areas grapple with growing congestion and rising safety demands, cities need more than raw traffic data, they require actionable intelligence delivered in real time. NoTraffic, a global leader in AI-powered mobility solutions, has a...
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Mapping the Future with Technical Insights on AI’s Impact
Mapping the Future with Technical Insights on AI’s Impact Microsoft recently released a report identifying professions potentially at risk from AI automation, listing geographers among them. Professor Trisalyn Nelson, Jack and Laura Dangermond Chair of Geography at UC Santa Barbara and Directo...
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Commercial Roofing Industry Services for Multiple Sectors
Commercial Roofing Industry Services for Multiple Sectors The commercial roofing landscape is undergoing rapid transformation, with the market expected to expand steadily in the coming decade. Industry analysts project consistent growth driven by large-scale infrastructure investments, increased dem...
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China’s Smart Ports Power Global Trade and Community Progress
China’s Smart Ports Power Global Trade and Community Progress In 2024, the ports in China achieved a remarkable milestone, handling 17.6 billion tonnes of cargo and 330 million TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units) of containers. These figures cemented China’s position at the very top of the global po...
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How Fugro Is Helping Portland Build a Resilient Burnside Bridge
How Fugro Is Helping Portland Build a Resilient Burnside Bridge Portland’s iconic Burnside Bridge, nearing its centenary, stands not just as a vital downtown artery crossing the Willamette but as a strategic emergency route for the region. With the Cascadia Subduction Zone lurking offshore, capable...
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Yunex Traffic Powering Hamburg’s Smart Mobility Leap
Yunex Traffic Powering Hamburg’s Smart Mobility Leap Hamburg is embarking on one of Germany’s most ambitious traffic modernisation programmes, replacing its entire traffic computer infrastructure with a next-generation OCIT-based central control system. This sweeping upgrade, led by Yunex Traf...
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