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Competitive Landscape of the Hungarian Construction Market

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Construction Sector In Hungary 2014: Development Forecasts 2014-2019." report to their offering.

25 Apr 2014

Fleurette to Enter JV with Andrade Gutierrez for Developing Infrastructure Projects in the DRC

Fleurette Group (Fleurette), one of the largest private investors in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Andrade Gutierrez, one of the world's leading construction companies, today announce they have signed an agreement to form a Joint Venture (JV) to develop new infrastructure projects in the DRC.

25 Apr 2014

UK Construction Industry Expected to Record 4.20% CAGR over 2014-2018

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Construction in the UK - Key Trends and Opportunities to 2018" report to their offering.

23 Apr 2014

Indow Windows Introduces New Shade Grade Inserts to Shield Homes from Summer Sun

Indow Windows new Shade Grade inserts are like sunglasses for your home, shielding searing summer sun through your windows to keep you cooler and more comfortable.

23 Apr 2014

Boral Roofing Introduces New Cool Colors for New Construction and Reroof Applications

Boral Roofing LLC, the nation's largest provider of clay and concrete roof tile, is launching over 30 new cool colors in California, ideal for both new construction and reroof applications. Boral Roofing is partnering with leading designers and colorists to introduce trending exterior color palettes.

23 Apr 2014

Aecon/Dufferin Joint Venture Selected for $261 Million York Viva Bus Rapid Transit Project

Aecon Group Inc. advised today that the Region of York has announced that York RapidLINK Constructors, a 50/50 joint venture comprised of Aecon and Dufferin Construction Company, a division of Holcim (Canada) Inc., has been chosen for a $261 million project to design and build the York Viva Bus Rapid Transit (vivaNext) rapidways along Yonge Street in the Towns of Richmond Hill and Newmarket.

23 Apr 2014

Fired Clay Brick Provides More Green Benefits, Greater Sustainability

The latest comparisons on home exteriors show that genuine clay brick offers greater sustainable value over its top competitors — including vinyl siding, concrete masonry, manufactured stone, fiber cement siding (faux wood alternative) and Exterior Insulation and Finish System (EIFS), known as synthetic stucco.

23 Apr 2014

Outdoor Accents Lighting Wins Two First-Place Landscape Lighting Design Awards

Outdoor Accents Lighting Inc. continues to earn national attention for their award winning landscape lighting projects with their most recent accolades received from the Association of Outdoor Lighting Professionals (AOLP) with two first-place landscape lighting design awards.

23 Apr 2014

VELUX Study Explores Benefits of Skylights in Bring More Natural Light into Homes

Earth Day is a perfect time for homeowners looking for a green method to bring more natural light and passive ventilation into homes to consider solar powered fresh air skylights. Homes that utilize skylights, in combination with vertical windows, to provide adequate levels of daylight tend to be more energy efficient, according to a study commissioned by VELUX America.

23 Apr 2014

Four Blu Homes Properties Part of 'Design Smart, Live Beautifully' Home Tour

This spring and summer, design lovers and prospective home buyers will have four opportunities to tour stunning modern Blu Homes properties and discover inspiration to bring their own "dream home" to life, thanks to the launch of the "Design Smart, Live Beautifully" Home Tour, presented by Real Simple and This Old House.

22 Apr 2014

Comprehensive Report on Global Paints and Coatings Market

According to a new report published by Transparency Market Research "Paints and Coatings Market by Product Segment (High Solids/Radiation Cure, Powder Coatings, Waterborne Coatings, Solvent Borne Technologies and Others) For Automotives & Aviation, Medical & Healthcare, Residential, Commercial and Other End-users - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast, 2013 - 2019", the global demand for the paints and coatings was valued at USD 100.3 billion in 2012 and is expected to reach USD 143.9 billion in 2019, growing at a CAGR of 5.4% between 2013 and 2019.

22 Apr 2014

Vandermeer to Distribute Deceuninck’s Clubhouse PVC Decking

Deceuninck North America, a leading designer and manufacturer of high-quality systems for windows, doors and outdoor living, is pleased to partner with Vandermeer Forest Products, Inc., a regional distributor of high-quality building products in the Pacific Northwest.

22 Apr 2014

Presidio Partners with San Joaquin Valley Homes to Build Five New Communities

Presidio Residential Capital, working with Visalia-based development company San Joaquin Valley Homes, is investing $23 million to build five new communities in California's San Joaquin Valley. The developments will add 732 new homes to the rapidly expanding housing market in Central California.

22 Apr 2014

Carmike Cinemas to Open 10-Screen Entertainment Complex in Yulee, Florida

Carmike Cinemas, Inc., a leading entertainment, digital cinema and 3-D motion picture exhibitor, today announced that the Company will open a new 10-screen entertainment complex featuring its ‘Big D’ premium experience in Yulee, Florida (S.R. 200 & Amelia Concourse, Yulee, FL 32097), Amelia Island, Fernandina Beach and surrounding communities. Construction is planned to begin this month for the new location.

22 Apr 2014

ACE Group White Paper Discusses Strategies for Managing Risk in the Construction Industry

ACE Group today announced the release of a white paper discussing strategies for managing risk in the construction industry, offered by ESIS, Inc., a risk management services company owned by ACE Group. The report reviews the importance of building a strong safety culture, and outlines the components of an effective construction risk management program.

22 Apr 2014

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Competitive Landscape of the Hungarian Construction Market

Fleurette to Enter JV with Andrade Gutierrez for Developing Infrastructure Projects in the DRC

UK Construction Industry Expected to Record 4.20% CAGR over 2014-2018

Indow Windows Introduces New Shade Grade Inserts to Shield Homes from Summer Sun

Boral Roofing Introduces New Cool Colors for New Construction and Reroof Applications

Aecon/Dufferin Joint Venture Selected for $261 Million York Viva Bus Rapid Transit Project

Fired Clay Brick Provides More Green Benefits, Greater Sustainability

Outdoor Accents Lighting Wins Two First-Place Landscape Lighting Design Awards

VELUX Study Explores Benefits of Skylights in Bring More Natural Light into Homes

Four Blu Homes Properties Part of 'Design Smart, Live Beautifully' Home Tour

Comprehensive Report on Global Paints and Coatings Market

Vandermeer to Distribute Deceuninck’s Clubhouse PVC Decking

Presidio Partners with San Joaquin Valley Homes to Build Five New Communities

Carmike Cinemas to Open 10-Screen Entertainment Complex in Yulee, Florida

ACE Group White Paper Discusses Strategies for Managing Risk in the Construction Industry

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5MIT Researchers Use Machine Learning to Identify Sustainable Alternatives to Cement Production

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Sustainable Challenges in the Cement Industry

Discussing Construction Heritage and Preservation with Dr. Silke Langenberg

Providing Emergency Accommodation with Modular Shelters

Construction Trends

Health, Safety, and Regulations

Trending Stories

1Recycled Glass Found to Strengthen Compressed Earth Blocks for Sustainable Construction

2Researchers Develop Energy-Efficient Concrete with Nano-Silica and Expanded Polystyrene

3Machine Learning Accurately Predicts Strength of Concrete Made with Industrial Waste

4Can Volcanic Rock Help Fix Cement’s Carbon Footprint? Stanford Thinks So

5MIT Researchers Use Machine Learning to Identify Sustainable Alternatives to Cement Production

6Study Finds Ideal ITS Replacement Levels to Enhance Concrete Strength and Seismic Performance