Increasing Deployment to Carry Out Aerial Remote Sensing Increasing Fleet of Fixed Wing Drone, States Fact.MR

The global fixed wing drone market is estimated at US$ 7,085.1 million in 2023 and is expected to expand at a healthy 17.2% CAGR during the forecast years of 2023-2033. Aerial remote sensing products for critical infrastructure such as military bases, government buildings, airports and banks are the key market drivers for growth. Fixed-wing drones […] The post <strong>Increasing Deployment to Carry Out Aerial Remote Sensing Increasing Fleet of Fixed Wing Drone, States Fact.MR</strong> appeared first on Civil + Structural Engineer magazine.

Penn State, Ohio State team up for $1.8M construction worker safety research

To address the high level of injuries in the construction sector, Penn State University (Penn State) and Ohio State University (Ohio State) have been awarded a four-year, $1.8M grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to create an artificial intelligence-(AI)-based health monitoring system for construction worker safety. The post Penn State, Ohio State team up for $1.8M construction worker safety research appeared first on Construction Specifier.

AI-Based Report: More than Half of Active Construction Site Areas Sit Idle

Using previously unavailable datasets of highly accurate, real-time information, the first ever “The Numbers Behind Inefficient Construction Practices: A Data-Driven Report,” has been released by AI-based construction technology leader Buildots, shedding new light on inefficiency in the multi-trillion dollar global construction industry.  The scope, accuracy and type of data used were not available until recently, […] The post AI-Based Report: More than Half of Active Construction Site Areas Sit Idle appeared first on Civil + Structural Engineer magazine.

Deloitte Sustainable Buildings Report: Constructing a Greener Future

I’m reaching out to share a new Deloitte report released today that focuses on sustainable engineering & construction (E&C) to help create a greener future. The pressure & the pursuit of net-zero emissions by 2050 and achieving the vision for sustainable buildings will likely require adopting transformational approaches for the construction industry. From production of materials to […] The post Deloitte Sustainable Buildings Report: Constructing a Greener Future appeared first on Civil + Structural Engineer magazine.

CEMEX VENTURES ANNOUNCES THE 50 MOST DISRUPTIVE CONTECH STARTUPS OF 2023

CEMEX Ventures, CEMEX’s corporate venture capital and open innovation unit, launches its annual TOP 50 list of construction technology startups. Its fourth annual edition features the 50 most promising Contech startups that will redefine the industry this year. The startup solutions included in the list are classified according to CEMEX Ventures’ four strategic focus areas: […] The post <strong>CEMEX VENTURES ANNOUNCES THE 50 MOST DISRUPTIVE CONTECH STARTUPS OF 2023</strong> appeared first on Civil + Structural Engineer magazine.

Transport in 2050: how to turn ambitious vision into reality - Published by PlaceTech

By 2050, a modern transport system will enable us to move by “seamless, safe, net zero, connected, cost effective, accessible and reliable means,” according to a new study. At least that’s Innovate UK’s vision for country in a new report. The aspirations are lofty: near 100% reliability; cost-effective and accessible; almost all transport will be zero emission at the point of use; transport related deaths will reduce to near zero; and transport will drive economic growth, exports and new jobs.

CIOB - Productivity in Construction: Creating a framework for the industry to thrive

“…our weak productivity shows we don’t train enough or build enough or invest enough. This we are determined to change”

EUROFER - Economic and Steel Market Outlook 2021-2022 (Second Quarter 2021 Report)

The EU Steel Market Supply - This report provides a market overview on the EU Steel Market and the EU steel-using sectors. Consumption, imports and exports are reviewed

Bechtel bill for Crossrail work hits £531m - Construction Enquirer article by Grant Prior

Figures in the latest National Audit Office report on the project show that between the start of the contracts in 2009 and 31 March 2021 Crossrail Ltd has paid £531m to Bechtel.

Seven ESG Trends to Watch in 2021

Standard & Poor Global highlight seven ESG trends that are likely to shape the Sustainability Agenda

Can I issue a notice to commence to a subcontractor before the tender placement report and sub contract document have been issued and signed?