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TCA Scholarship Supports the Next Generation of Trucking Professionals
TCA Scholarship Supports the Next Generation of Trucking Professionals The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) has once again opened the doors to its esteemed Scholarship Fund for the 2025-2026 academic year. From now until 21 March, eligible students are invited to submit their applications for th...
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Revolutionising Mining Excavation with RCT Automation in the Pilbara
Revolutionising Mining Excavation with RCT Automation in the Pilbara Mining in Western Australia’s rugged Pilbara region just took a giant leap forward. A leading mining client has successfully integrated RCT’s advanced automation technology into their fleet of CAT 349D Excavators—each equipped with...
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Acrow 700XS Towers Holding Up the Future of Interstate 471
Acrow 700XS Towers Holding Up the Future of Interstate 471 When disaster strikes a critical piece of infrastructure, a rapid and reliable response is paramount. That was precisely the case when a devastating fire beneath the Ohio approach to the Daniel Carter Beard Bridge in November 2024 forced aut...
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Peterbilt Announces 2024 North American Dealer Group of the Year
Peterbilt Announces 2024 North American Dealer Group of the Year In a remarkable testament to excellence in the trucking industry, Peterbilt Motors Company has honoured The Peterbilt Store with the 2024 North American Dealer Group of the Year award. This accolade, announced during Peterbilt’s...
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Mastering Cash Flow with a Construction Expert’s Guide to Financial Stability
Mastering Cash Flow with a Construction Expert’s Guide to Financial Stability In the construction industry, where cash flow challenges account for nearly 30% of business failures, proper financial management isn’t just good practice – it’s essential for survival. Timothy Wingate Jr...
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The Cones and Quickline Delivering Digital Literacy
The Cones and Quickline Delivering Digital Literacy In a heartening effort to bridge the digital divide, hundreds of primary school pupils across West Yorkshire are being gifted free copies of a brand-new children’s book—thanks to rural broadband provider Quickline Communications. Titled Cones...
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Topcon Unveils HiPer XR GNSS Receiver for state-of-the-art Surveying
Topcon Unveils HiPer XR GNSS Receiver for state-of-the-art Surveying Topcon Positioning Systems has unveiled its latest innovation, the HiPer XR GNSS receiver, poised to set new benchmarks in surveying, mapping, and construction applications. This state-of-the-art device is tailored for professional...
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A Guide to Car Color and Accident Risk
A Guide to Car Color and Accident Risk Cars come in a variety of colors, with 25.8% of all vehicles on the road white, probably because it is an easy color to maintain. Black is the next most popular, with 22.3% of vehicles painted black, followed by gray (18.4%). Research studies have investigated...
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Minnesota is Enhancing Road Safety with Iteris’ ClearGuide
Minnesota is Enhancing Road Safety with Iteris’ ClearGuide In a significant move to bolster traffic management and safety, the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) has renewed its partnership with Iteris, Inc. by signing a two-year Software as a Service (SaaS) agreement. This collabo...
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The Importance of Lifelong Learning in Construction
The Importance of Lifelong Learning in Construction In the construction industry, standing still isn’t just a career risk—it’s a fast track to obsolescence. With technology evolving, regulations shifting, and market expectations growing, continuous education has become a necessity, not a luxury. For...
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Volvo CE Unveils Next-Generation Hauler Range with the All-New A50 Model
Volvo CE Unveils Next-Generation Hauler Range with the All-New A50 Model Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has once again set a new benchmark in the construction machinery industry, unveiling its most ambitious line-up of articulated haulers to date. Leading the charge is the all-new A50 model...
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Volvo and Start-up Waabi Driving Autonomous Trucking into the Future
Volvo and Start-up Waabi Driving Autonomous Trucking into the Future In a significant leap towards the future of freight transport, Volvo Autonomous Solutions (VAS) has announced a strategic partnership with Canadian artificial intelligence start-up Waabi Innovation Inc. This collaboration aims to d...
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The Ultimate Guide to Route Planning Software
The Ultimate Guide to Route Planning Software Route planning can be a complicated challenge, and establishing that you want to enhance your fleet performance is an important first step. However, there are countless route planning software options, each with varying offerings and some only suitable f...
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Peru’s Longitudinal de la Sierra Highway Project Nears Final Award Stage
Peru’s Longitudinal de la Sierra Highway Project Nears Final Award Stage Peru’s ambitious Longitudinal de la Sierra Tramo 4 project is edging closer to reality, with the final award process expected to conclude in the second quarter of 2025. PROINVERSIÓN, in collaboration with the Minist...
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EOI Issued for Sikkah Al Hadid Joint Development Project in Al Madinah
EOI Issued for Sikkah Al Hadid Joint Development Project in Al Madinah The Al Madinah Regional Municipality, in partnership with the Ministry of Municipalities and Housing and the National Center for Privatization & PPP (NCP), has announced the commencement of the Expression of Interest (EOI) an...
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Turner Construction Acquires Dornan Group in Ireland
Turner Construction Acquires Dornan Group in Ireland In a strategic move set to reshape the construction landscape, Turner Construction Company has finalised its acquisition of Ireland’s Dornan Group, a specialist in mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and engineering services. This union...
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Gatineau-Ottawa Tramway a Game-Changer for Sustainable Urban Mobility in Canada
Gatineau-Ottawa Tramway a Game-Changer for Sustainable Urban Mobility in Canada The Société de transport de l’Outaouais (STO) has awarded a significant contract to Groupe Porteur—a consortium comprising SYSTRA Canada, Egis, and EXP—for the development of the Gatineau-Ottawa tramway. This 24-ki...
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Smart Parking Solutions That Make Life Easier for Truckers
Smart Parking Solutions That Make Life Easier for Truckers Truckers face many challenges on the road, and one of the biggest is finding a safe and convenient place to park. With limited parking spaces, unpredictable availability, and time-sensitive deliveries, the search for a suitable parking spot...
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British International Investment Funding India’s EV Revolution
British International Investment Funding India’s EV Revolution In a significant stride towards bolstering India’s electric vehicle (EV) landscape, British International Investment (BII), the UK’s development finance institution and impact investor, has successfully attracted a cons...
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Trayd Secures $4.5M to Revolutionise Construction Payroll and Compliance
Trayd Secures $4.5M to Revolutionise Construction Payroll and Compliance In a significant move poised to reshape the construction industry’s financial landscape, Trayd, an innovative construction payroll platform, has successfully secured a $4.5 million seed funding round. This investment, led...
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Workplace Security gets an Upgrade with Nymi Band 4 Wearable Authentication
Workplace Security gets an Upgrade with Nymi Band 4 Wearable Authentication In today’s fast-paced industrial landscape, the demand for robust, efficient, and user-friendly authentication solutions has never been higher. Enter the Nymi Band 4—a cutting-edge wearable authenticator designed to re...
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Lease vs. Loan: What’s the Best Way to Finance Your Next Car?
Lease vs. Loan: What’s the Best Way to Finance Your Next Car? Choosing how to finance your next car can be intimidating, and it can be hard to know where to start. While the lure of hopping into a brand-new vehicle with the latest features can be tempting, it’s important to consider the...
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What Makes a Safe Driver in 2025?
What Makes a Safe Driver in 2025? Whether you’ve just recently been licensed or have years of driving experience under your seatbelt, driving with safety in mind should be your default approach when navigating public roads. This is especially true in 2025—when it’s estimated that more vehicles will...
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JCB Celebrates One-Millionth Backhoe
JCB Celebrates One-Millionth Backhoe JCB, the renowned British equipment manufacturer, has reached a monumental milestone: the production of its one millionth backhoe loader. This achievement underscores the company’s enduring legacy and its pivotal role in shaping the construction industry. T...
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New Investment Is Powering Growth in Construction Start-ups
New Investment Is Powering Growth in Construction Start-ups Since the market downturn in late 2022, venture capital fluctuations have rocked numerous industries, including the construction sector. The industry saw a sharp drop in funding levels throughout 2023 and early 2024 as rising interest rates...
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Caterpillar’s Century of Innovation on Show at bauma
Caterpillar’s Century of Innovation on Show at bauma Caterpillar Inc. is set to make history at bauma 2025, celebrating a century of ground-breaking engineering and looking ahead to a future defined by innovation, sustainability, and advanced technologies. With the theme “The Next 100 Years,”...
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The Rise of Develon Demolition Machines in the Czech Republic
The Rise of Develon Demolition Machines in the Czech Republic The demolition sector in the Czech Republic is undergoing a transformation, with state-of-the-art machinery playing an increasingly crucial role. As urban renewal projects gain momentum, outdated industrial and municipal buildings—commonl...
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Revolutionising Salt Harvesting with Yanmar Mini-Excavators
Revolutionising Salt Harvesting with Yanmar Mini-Excavators For thousands of years, the art of salt harvesting has remained virtually unchanged, relying on manual labour and time-honoured techniques. In Sicily’s renowned Trapani region, where salt pans stretch across 1,500 hectares, this age-old tra...
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SRL Traffic Systems Unveils Game-Changing Solihull Hub and REMOS™ Innovation
SRL Traffic Systems Unveils Game-Changing Solihull Hub and REMOS™ Innovation SRL Traffic Systems, a leading European manufacturer and supplier of mobile intelligent transport system (ITS) solutions, has unveiled its largest facility to date—a state-of-the-art, multi-purpose hub in Solihull. T...
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NIRA Dynamics Unveils Tread Wear Indicator for Fleet Safety
NIRA Dynamics Unveils Tread Wear Indicator for Fleet Safety NIRA Dynamics, a Swedish automotive software innovator, has unveiled its latest advancement: the Tread Wear Indicator (TWI). This cutting-edge system offers real-time monitoring of tyre wear, providing invaluable insights for drivers and fl...
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Digital Solutions to Optimize Freight Management for Mid-Sized Shippers
Digital Solutions to Optimize Freight Management for Mid-Sized Shippers In today’s fast-moving logistics landscape, mid-sized shippers are constantly facing new challenges as they navigate the complexities of freight management. From dealing with fluctuating rates to managing multiple transportation...
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Volvo Construction Equipment Ends 2024 Strong with New Growth
Volvo Construction Equipment Ends 2024 Strong with New Growth Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has navigated the choppy waters of 2024 with remarkable resilience, culminating in a promising upswing as the year drew to a close. Despite a 16% dip in net sales during the fourth quarter, the comp...
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EBRD Powering Serbia with Strategic Investments in Green Infrastructure
EBRD Powering Serbia with Strategic Investments in Green Infrastructure The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and the European Union (EU) are ramping up their financial support for Serbia’s sustainable infrastructure. With an increasing focus on renewable energy and modernisati...
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EBRD Finances €200m Offshore Wind Farm in Poland
EBRD Finances €200m Offshore Wind Farm in Poland Poland is taking a bold step towards a greener energy future, with the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) committing €200 million to finance the construction of Baltica 2—the country’s largest offshore wind farm to date. This land...
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Melbourne’s $333.5m Road Upgrades to Boost Safety and Cut Congestion
Melbourne’s $333.5m Road Upgrades to Boost Safety and Cut Congestion In a significant move to tackle congestion and enhance safety in Melbourne’s burgeoning western suburbs, the Australian and Victorian Governments have jointly committed $333.5 million to two pivotal road projects. This...
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$700m Kwinana Freeway Upgrade Transforming Western Australia Infrastructure
$700m Kwinana Freeway Upgrade Transforming Western Australia Infrastructure A major infrastructure upgrade is set to reshape Western Australia’s transport network, with the Albanese and Cook Governments committing a combined $700 million to enhance the Kwinana Freeway. This significant investment—$3...
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Sticky Surfaces Are Sparking a New Era of Energy Generation
Sticky Surfaces Are Sparking a New Era of Energy Generation In the ever-evolving landscape of sustainable energy, researchers are continually seeking innovative methods to harness power from everyday materials. A recent breakthrough involves the use of common adhesive tape to generate electricity, o...
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Rio Tinto and Hydro Forge Path for Net-Zero Aluminium
Rio Tinto and Hydro Forge Path for Net-Zero Aluminium In a significant move towards sustainable aluminium production, industry giants Rio Tinto and Hydro have announced a partnership to explore and evaluate carbon capture technologies tailored for aluminium smelters. This collaboration underscores t...
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Halliburton Lands Landmark Offshore Drilling Deal with Petrobras
Halliburton Lands Landmark Offshore Drilling Deal with Petrobras In a significant development for the offshore drilling sector, Halliburton has clinched a landmark contract with Petrobras to provide integrated drilling services across multiple offshore fields in Brazil. This three-year agreement, se...
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StrataGrid Geogrids Transform Road and Rail Construction
StrataGrid Geogrids Transform Road and Rail Construction Deep beneath the asphalt we drive on every day, an invisible layer of polymer is strengthening the world of construction. Geogrid products, such as uniaxial geogrid StrataGrid and biaxial geogrid StrataSGB are transforming how engineers approa...
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Creating Sustainable Roads with Biochar Farm Waste
Creating Sustainable Roads with Biochar Farm Waste Every road we drive on is a carefully engineered mix of crushed stone, sand, and petroleum-based binders. But while traditional asphalt has shaped global infrastructure, its production comes at a significant environmental cost. The release of toxic...
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ADB Invests $100m to Boost Electric Mobility in the Philippines
ADB Invests $100m to Boost Electric Mobility in the Philippines The transition to electric mobility in the Philippines is getting a significant push as the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and Ayala Corporation ink a landmark financing agreement worth $100 million. This strategic investment is poised to...
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Small Businesses Can Use LMS Platforms to Stay Competitive
Small Businesses Can Use LMS Platforms to Stay Competitive In the age of digital advancements, small businesses face fierce competition. They need to think outside the box to excel and lead the race by using innovative methods to boost efficiency and keep up with the evolving landscape of business o...
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Personal Loans for Vehicle Purchases: What You Need to Know
Personal Loans for Vehicle Purchases: What You Need to Know Buying a car is a big deal, but many people can’t afford it in one lump sum. Financing is the answer to such problems. Over 80% of newly sold cars in the U.S. are bought on loans, as are around a third of second-hand cars. ...
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The Power of Telemetry Software in Logistics
The Power of Telemetry Software in Logistics The whole world is going the way of AI so fast that even Stevie Wonder can see that it is the way of the future. If you are the owner or manager of a fleet of vehicles, your particular corner of the world is not exempt from this, or ...
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A Guide to Respiratory Protection in Construction
A Guide to Respiratory Protection in Construction Respiratory protection is a cornerstone of occupational safety, particularly in the construction industry where workers are routinely exposed to hazardous airborne particles, gases, and vapours. Ensuring respiratory safety isn’t just about compliance...
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VolvoCE Unveils their Next-Generation 32-ton Excavator in South Korea
VolvoCE Unveils their Next-Generation 32-ton Excavator in South Korea Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) recently turned heads in the Korean construction sector with the unveiling of its cutting-edge, 32-ton New Generation EC300 excavator. In a high-energy customer event attended by over 500 in...
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New York Build 2025 Shaping Construction in the Big Apple
New York Build 2025 Shaping Construction in the Big Apple March is set to be a landmark month for the construction and design industries as New York Build 2025 returns to the Javits Center on March 12-13. This annual event, the largest of its kind in New York, promises to be bigger and bolder, bring...
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Liebherr set to Unveil Next-Generation Innovations at bauma 2025
Liebherr set to Unveil Next-Generation Innovations at bauma 2025 bauma 2025 promises to be a game-changer for the construction industry, and Liebherr is taking centre stage with a massive 14,000 m² booth showcasing over 70 ground-breaking exhibits. Liebherr’s presence reflects its commitment to pion...
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BATTERY JAPAN 2025 Powers Net Zero Carbon Goals
BATTERY JAPAN 2025 Powers Net Zero Carbon Goals As the world races to achieve the 2050 Net Zero Carbon Goals, renewable energy innovations are not just important—they’re non-negotiable. Among these, battery technology stands out as a cornerstone of the transition to cleaner energy systems. Enter BAT...
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ITS World Congress 2027 to Drive the Future of Mobility
ITS World Congress 2027 to Drive the Future of Mobility When Birmingham’s National Exhibition Centre (NEC) throws open its doors from 25–29 October 2027, the city will become a global stage for one of the most significant events in intelligent transport. The 33rd ITS World Congress, themed “Connect...
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Pioneering Dozer Automation and Mining Safety in Indonesia
Pioneering Dozer Automation and Mining Safety in Indonesia In a ground-breaking step for the mining industry in Southeast Asia, PT Pamapersada Nusantara (PAMA) has become the first open-pit coal mining contractor in the region to integrate advanced automation technology into its operations. At the h...
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Championing the Least Developed Countries at Davos 2025
Championing the Least Developed Countries at Davos 2025 The annual pilgrimage to Davos, where the world’s elite gather to address global challenges, often feels like a paradox. On one side, private jets buzz into Switzerland’s Alpine haven, ferrying billionaires, politicians, and celebrities. On the...
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ADB Investing in Indonesia’s Geothermal Ambitions
ADB Investing in Indonesia’s Geothermal Ambitions The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has taken a monumental step in supporting Indonesia’s green energy transition with a $92.6 million financing package. Partnering with PT Supreme Energy Muara Laboh (SEML), this initiative will fund the expansion...
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Revolutionising Construction Business Development with Mercator.ai
Revolutionising Construction Business Development with Mercator.ai The construction industry’s success often hinges on relationships, yet business developers spend a staggering 65% of their time hunting for leads rather than nurturing partnerships. Enter Mercator.ai, a ground-breaking AI-power...
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The White Nile Canal Project’s Impact on Water Management in Africa
The White Nile Canal Project’s Impact on Water Management in Africa The White Nile Canal, one of Africa’s most ambitious water management initiatives, is poised to reshape the dynamics of the Nile Basin. This project, which proposes to redirect water from the White Nile into Sudan and Egypt, o...
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Satellite Technology Creates a New Era for Sustainable Infrastructure Maintenance
Satellite Technology Creates a New Era for Sustainable Infrastructure Maintenance As cities swell and populations concentrate in urban areas, the strain on infrastructure is becoming increasingly apparent. Ageing facilities, coupled with extreme weather conditions, pose daunting challenges for maint...
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SLB and Shell Partnership Redefining Energy Development
SLB and Shell Partnership Redefining Energy Development In a strategic move to enhance capital-efficient energy development, SLB (formerly Schlumberger) has secured a series of pivotal contracts from Shell. These multi-region agreements span several deep- and ultra-deepwater projects across the UK N...
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AI is Helping Locate Forgotten Oil and Gas Wells
AI is Helping Locate Forgotten Oil and Gas Wells Across the United States, relics of nearly two centuries of commercial drilling lie scattered, many out of sight and out of mind. These undocumented orphaned wells (UOWs), often overlooked due to the absence of proper records, pose a twofold risk: env...
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Transforming Western Sydney with $1 Billion Investment in Future-Ready Infrastructure
Transforming Western Sydney with $1 Billion Investment in Future-Ready Infrastructure Western Sydney, Australia’s fastest-growing region, is poised for a monumental transformation, thanks to a landmark investment of $1 billion by the Australian and New South Wales (NSW) Governments. This bold move i...
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