TBMs Begin Digging for Hudson Tunnel Project

Excavation gets undeway on the first new rail tunnels to be built between New Jersey and New York in over a century.

TBMs Begin Digging for Hudson Tunnel Project

Excavation begins on the first new rail tunnels to be built between New Jersey and New York in over a century.

Erith seals National Gallery structural works deal

Erith Contractors has signed a deal for excavation and structural works at the Grade I-listed National Gallery’s research centre project in central London. Yesterday’s contract announcement confirmed Erith’s appointment after it emerged as the preferred bidder for the package in April. Acting as the client,… The post Erith seals National Gallery structural works deal appeared first on Construction News.

Judge Sets Notice Rules as Trump Arch Site Testing Nears

Federal officials say planned excavation at Memorial Circle is limited to archaeological work after a court challenge questioned whether arch construction was beginning.

Diesel drop keeps construction costs stable — for now

Construction costs have remained broadly stable for the second month in a row, with the latest QV CostBuilder update showing minimal movement across key rates in July. Diesel prices fell sharply month-on-month, down 20.7% in the latest update, helping to reduce costs in fuel-intensive areas of construction work — especially excavation (-4.5%), which recorded the […] The post Diesel drop keeps construction costs stable — for now appeared first on Building Today.

HS2 - How HS2 completed the UK’s heaviest bridge drive 27072023

HS2 has successfully carried out the UK’s heaviest drive to install an intersection bridge structure beneath the West Coast Main Line at Fulfen Wood near Lichfield.

HS2 - Progress on HS2’s Copthall Green Tunnel (as Western portal is complete) 15062023

Engineers working on the HS2 project are celebrating progress as they have completed the western portal of the Copthall Green Tunnel. Located in Hillingdon, the 880m long tunnel structure sits between the twin bored Northolt Tunnel and the Colne Valley Viaduct.

60 Minutes Australia - The urgent repairs needed for Australia's national icon, 21012023

The Sydney Opera House urgently needs a major overhaul otherwise it actually could cease to be a functioning opera house. An creator Yoon Utsan has been invited back to advise on the A$600m renovation This includes excavating the sandstone beneath so the whole floor can be lowered a full level that will increase the size of the stage by 70%, providing for more seating and lifting the orchestra seating area.

Cheddar - The Challenge Of Skyscraper Construction In The Most Crowded City In America, 22092022

New York's skyline is constantly changing as the city continues to build up. But building here comes with its own particular set of challenges: confined spaces, subways and a general lack of land. It's a task New York's construction workers and architects are particularly well-trained to face. Cheddar & CuriosityStream explore the unique histories and modern challenges, defining the future of each of New York City's one-of-a-kind infrastructure systems

CABE - Japanese Knotweed Management, 16012019

Webinar held by the Chartered Association of Building Engineers and the Property Care Association looking at the management of Japanese Knotweed. Dr Peter Fitzsimons highlights the botany and scale & scope of the Japanese Knotweed 'problem'; the legal framework for JKW and other invasives; surveying and controlling JKW; and Warranties

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