Multiple Challenges, In-Depth Technical Feats Deliver King Khufu Solar Boat to Grand Egyptian Museum

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For the Egyptian Ministry of Antiquities, the BESIX-Orascom Construction joint venture, with the support of its subcontractor Sarens and in cooperation with the Egyptian authorities, has carried out the transport of the King Khufu Solar Boat from the archaeological site of the Giza pyramids to a dedicated building within the Grand Egyptian Museum, located in al-Giza, Egypt. Inherited from ancient Egypt, the King Khufu Solar Boat is considered to be the oldest intact ship in the world. Presumably built for King Khufu, it was placed around 2500 B.C. in a pit at the foot of the Great Pyramid of Giza. … Read more

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Scotland Footbridge Pirouettes into Place

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Recent drivers using Scotland’s busiest motorway were the first to drive under the new iconic footbridge successfully installed by BAM Nuttall. The 14-hour closure of the M8 motorway commenced with BAM Nuttall, and specialists Mammoet, driving the main span of the 2,420 ton structure down the M8 and into its final location. Moving the unusually shaped 58-meter hourglass structure required meticulous planning to manage a range of challenges. In preparation for the lifting operations, extensive overnight work was required. A range of temporary works were designed to ensure the motorway and other assets were protected. Joseph McBride, sub agent, discussed … Read more

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Construction of Africa’s Tallest Tower Begins

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Besix has been awarded a contract for the construction of the new 282-meter-tall F Tower, the sixth skyscraper in the business district of the city of Abidjan, southeast of the Ivory Coast. When completed, the F Tower will reportedly be Africa’s tallest tower. Besix will be handling site management, as well as civil engineering works, which begin this month on the basis of the existing foundations. Designed by PFO Africa, the skyscraper will comprise 64 floors of office space, including a 200-seat auditorium. The exterior has been designed to reflect the symmetry of African tribal masks, and its façade will … Read more

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Flagship FBI Innovation Center 1st of Kind Facility Dedicated to Cyber Threat Intelligence

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Ground has been broken for the FBI Innovation Center in Huntsville, Alabama. The Design-Build project team includes Clark Construction Group and HKS. The Innovation Center is located at Redstone Arsenal where the FBI is building a 243-acre campus to strategically realign the Bureau, build its capabilities, enhance its training programs and tap into top talent in the region. As the flagship building of the FBI’s new Science and Technology District, the 250,000-square-foot Innovation Center will be a first-of-its-kind facility dedicated to cyber threat intelligence, data analytics and training to combat emerging threats. The three-story building will include collaborative office space, … Read more

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McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. Joins U.S. Army Partnership for Youth Success Program

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McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. recently joined forces with the U.S. Army Partnership for Youth Success Program. The general contractor joins with other leading corporations to connect with active and former military professionals for future employment opportunities. “The PaYS Program supports the Army’s mission to recruit with integrity, the highest quality of men and women in order to connect America with its Army,” said Lt. Col. Samuel Jungman. A strategic partnership between the U.S. Army and a cross section of leading private industry, academia and businesses, the Army PaYs Program offers soldiers an opportunity to serve their country while preparing for … Read more

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