Hill International Contracted as Lead Technical Consultant for Athens Metro Projects

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Hill International has been awarded a contract by Attiko Metro S.A. to provide technical assistance consultancy services for metro and tramway projects in Attica Region. Under the contract, Hill will first provide consultancy services for the design, construction and commissioning of the Athens Metro Line 4. Section A: Alsos Veikou – Goudi of Line 4 will be approximately 12.8 kilometers long and will also include a tunnel connecting Line 4 with Lines 2 and 3, as well as an access tunnel to the train stabling and maintenance yard at Katehaki. Other project features include 15 underground stations and nine intermediate … Read more

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Safety Council Recognizes Gilbane for 10M Safe Hours in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

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Gilbane Federal has been recognized by the National Safety Council, USA, for topping a safety milestone: 10 million safe work hours without any recordable or lost time injuries on projects for the Royal Saudi Air Force on several air bases located throughout the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Gilbane and its local partner Yuksel earned the award while managing numerous infrastructure projects at Royal Saudi Air Force facilities in conjunction with the United States Air Force. “Safety is a deeply held commitment at Gilbane,” said Heidi DeBenedetti, executive vice president and Gilbane federal leader. “We believe that nothing is more important … Read more

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Joint Venture Team Delivers Modernization, Expansion Phase I at Otay Mesa Land Port of Entry

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The modernization and expansion program at the Otay Mesa Land Port of Entry has achieved a major milestone – the completion of Phase 1. Atkinson Construction, in a joint venture with Clark Construction Group, is leading construction efforts at the busiest commercial port of entry in California and the third busiest border crossing in the nation. The massive undertaking involved the construction of five new facilities, including the commercial annex building that will house the Secure Electronic Network for Travelers Rapid Inspection enrollment center and other CBP operations, the primary and exit inspection canopies, the hazmat inspection building with associated … Read more

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Cancer Center and Research Institute at CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital Tops Out

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The Northeast Texas Cancer and Research Institute in Tyler, Texas recently topped out. A Cottonwood Development project, the 85,000-square-foot research facility is located on the CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Tyler campus and will provide outpatient care to surrounding communities. General contractor McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. broke ground on the project in May 2021 and is expected to complete construction in September of this year. The Northeast Texas Cancer and Research Institute will consist of specialized areas for Texas Oncology, including 30,000 square feet of clinic space for medical, radiation and gynecologic oncology services, and nearly 3,000 square feet dedicated … Read more

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Caterpillar Launches Bigger, More Competitive Global Operator Challenge

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Caterpillar Inc. invites machine operators around the globe to put their skills and precision to the test in the 2022-23 Global Operator Challenge. The challenge allows men and women to prove their excellence in safely and efficiently operating Cat machinery. “More than 80 Cat dealers will host local, one-of-a-kind competitions, celebrating equipment operators and enabling them to showcase their exceptional skills in fun and dynamic ways,” said Tony Fassino, group president of Construction Industries. “Whether their expertise lies in digging a trench, moving aggregates or managing demolition, our Global Operator Challenge will be demanding for even the most experienced operators.” … Read more

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