Development of Sydney’s North West Growth Precinct continues at a rapid pace, with the NSW Government approving new 107,500sqm logistics and development facilities at Marsden Park. The announcement comes shortly after the Government announced its … about Marsden Park’s Massive Transformation
Saving Endangered Eagles Through Smart Technology
Goldwind Australia’s Cattle Hill Wind Farm will employ new technology to prevent wedge-tailed eagles colliding with rotating wind turbines. Cattle Hill, currently under construction, is the first wind farm in Australia to install the high-tech … about Saving Endangered Eagles Through Smart Technology
What to Know about Post-Disaster Contracting
A long period of rebuilding is ahead for the hurricane-ravaged Southeast, including hardest hit areas of Florida, North Carolina, Georgia, and South Carolina. Hurricanes Michael and Florence devastated the states with winds up to 155 … about What to Know about Post-Disaster Contracting
Transforming Sydney’s Iconic Wharf
The development is estimated to cost in the vicinity of $200 million, with the historical and iconic wharf area set to become an integral arts precinct for Sydney. It will be home to Sydney Theatre … about Transforming Sydney’s Iconic Wharf
New Technology Can Help Increase Work Zone Safety
Keeping workers safe on road construction sites is an ongoing problem, underlined by the fact that the number of fatalities at these sites increase the more projects are underway. “From 2011 to 2016, 532 construction … about New Technology Can Help Increase Work Zone Safety
St James Station’s Ghostly Train Tunnels Given New Life
Abandoned train tunnels and underground platforms at Sydney’s St James Station will be revived into restaurants and retail under a New South Wales Government bid to increase tourism. It is seeking expressions of interest from … about St James Station’s Ghostly Train Tunnels Given New Life
Worker Fatalities Drop, But Death Rate Remains High
There have been 19 construction-related deaths to August this year, according to the National Safe Work Australia figures released in September—down from 23 deaths at the same time last year. The reduction in deaths is … about Worker Fatalities Drop, But Death Rate Remains High
Beyond the Technical: The Soft Skills Needed to Succeed in Construction
Successful construction careers not only depend on solid technical knowledge and skills but on so much more. Having an array of soft skills enhances productivity and safety on the jobsite which can lead to a … about Beyond the Technical: The Soft Skills Needed to Succeed in Construction
The High Price of Slow Payments
Slow payments cost subcontractors as much as $40 billion each year, according to Contract Simply’s Construction Payments Report 2018. In the U.S., subcontractors often wait as long as 54 days for payment, confirming PwC findings … about The High Price of Slow Payments
The Real Problem Plaguing Construction Payments
Construction simply would not be where it is today without the advent of the specialty trade contractor. Specialization has been the driving force behind many of the industry’s biggest productivity gains. Nevertheless, as more subcontractors … about The Real Problem Plaguing Construction Payments
