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Power Market Whirlwinds

Thomas F. Armistead

July 5, 2017

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The energy industry is in transition on nearly every level.

Ontario Unveils Canada's First Prompt-Pay Protection

Bill sets 28-day payment for owners and faster dispute resolution

Scott Van Voorhis

July 3, 2017

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Legislative action will start in September, amid efforts to pass similar federal protections for contractors and subs.

Airport Infrastructure

Committees Clear FAA Bills That Boost Airport Construction Grants

House version also spins off air-traffic control from FAA, Senate bill doesn't

Tom Ichniowski

June 30, 2017

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Senate, House bills lift AIP grants to an average of more than $3.6 billion a year, from $3.35 billion in 2017.

Water Infrastructure

Appropriators Oppose Trump Budget Cut for Army Corps

Key senators criticize proposed $1-billion civil-works program reduction

Tom Ichniowski

June 29, 2017

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House subcommittee clears bill with 2% increase over 2017 level.

Help Wanted

Eight Ways to Win the Fight for Talent in Construction

Ibrahim S. Odeh Michael Buehler Santiago Castagnino

June 29, 2017

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Three global experts outline key steps for industry employers to secure the best and brightest.

Slow Start for Construction Starts in 2017

June 29, 2017

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Total construction starts through the first five months of this year are down 5% from a year ago, according to Dodge Data & Analytics’ year-to-date numbers.

Sell or No-Sell: Design Firms Weigh Choices for Future Growth

Debra K. Rubin

Nadine M. Post

Justin Rice

Louise Poirier Bruce Buckley

Aileen Cho

June 29, 2017

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In a more dynamic marketplace, architects, engineers and consulting firms take stock on why being acquired or staying independent best fits growth plans and culture.

High-Rise Cladding

How Many Other Structures Have Grenfell Tower-Type Cladding Panels?

Many panels are failing fire tests in the wake of the London apartment building tragedy

Peter Reina

June 28, 2017

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Following the deadly June 14 London Grenfell Tower fire that has killed at least 79 people, a nationwide investigation determined that dozens of U.K. high-rise buildings are potentially unsafe.

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