On June 21, 2021, a barge carrying a new docking entrance for the super flood basin at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard left contractor Cianbro Corp.’s Ricker’s Wharf location in Portland, Maine, marking completion of one of the most unique structures the company has ever built.
Designed and constructed to meet specialized needs of the Cotting School student body, the 25,000-sq-ft addition—dubbed the Campus Center of Excellence—offers students the opportunity to test skills, boost confidence, practice teamwork and expand imaginations.
To keep up with global shipping standards and stay competitive, the Massachusetts Port Authority launched the Conley Terminal modernization program in 2014. As part of the $850-million effort by the agency, known also as Massport, the $215-million New Berth 10 project was designed and constructed to provide 1,300 linear ft of new space that can accommodate larger container ships—some up to 22 shipping containers wide.
Crews removed a 92-year-old historic lantern room from atop a lighthouse in Scituate, Mass., due to concerns it could topple and injure storm chasers venturing to the lighthouse point to catch crashing waves.
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority reopened service on the Orange Line early on Sept. 19 after an unprecedented, month-long shutdown of the entire branch for a badly needed overhaul.