PPP Project Delivers State-of-the-Art Education Facilities in Abu Dhabi

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The Abu Dhabi Investment Office, the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge, along with consortium partners BESIX and Plenary, have inaugurated the Zayed City Schools. Developed under the UAE’s first public-private partnership model for school infrastructure, this milestone project sets a new standard for private sector participation in the development of Abu Dhabi’s social infrastructure. Zayed City Schools will accommodate 5,360 students from kindergarten through 12th grade for the 2024-25 academic year. BESIX managed all aspects of the project, from financing, design and procurement to construction, commissioning and ensuring a seamless transition into long-term operation and maintenance. The inauguration … Read more

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DEWALT Unveils Fastening Solutions with Several New Tools Built for Demanding Applications

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DEWALT has unveiled several fastening solutions joining the XR roster that houses DEWALT’s best performing 20V MAX* batteries and power tools. The new 20V MAX* XR 3/4 in. and 1/2 in. High Torque Impact Wrenches, 20V MAX* XR 1/4 in. Quiet Hydraulic Impact Driver and the existing 20V MAX* XR 1/4 in. 3-Speed High Torque Impact Driver are DEWALT’s highest-rated torque tools in their respective categories. This offering provides users with solutions to meet a range of user needs from max torque for heavy-duty applications to quiet operation in noise-sensitive work environments. For tough jobs demanding power, the new 20V … Read more

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Skender Announces Senior Superintendent Promotions

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Skender has promoted Al McReynolds and Caleb Streitmatter to senior roles within the organization, enabling the firm to continue delivering premier construction service to clients and partners in both Indiana and Illinois. An integral member of the Skender team since 2015, McReynolds was promoted to senior superintendent and team leader in Chicago, Illinois. He shows exceptional dedication not only to his projects, but also to his teammates, providing guidance and support at every turn. Skender clients love working with McReynolds, noting his professionalism and the genuine care he shows in every interaction. His ability to build strong, positive relationships is … Read more

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US Department of Labor launches Severe Injury Report Dashboard

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The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration unveiled an online tool giving users the ability to search its severe injury report database and view trends related to workplace injuries occurring in states covered by federal OSHA. The Severe Injury Report dashboard allows users to search and download data by year, industry, state, establishment name, and Occupational Injury and Illness Classification System codes. The dashboard includes information on all severe injuries reported by employers covered under federal OSHA since 2015. OSHA encourages workers and employers to use the dashboard to learn how severe injuries happen in their industries … Read more

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Gilbane Employees Volunteer Over 4,500 Hours of Service in Week-Long Community Impact Challenge

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As part of Gilbane Building Company’s first enterprise-wide Community Impact Challenge employees nationwide and around the world volunteered at organizations serving everything from healthcare and food insecurity to parks and animal welfare in a week-long coordinated effort. Across the company’s more than 45 offices, employees contributed more than 4,500 hours of service benefiting more than 150 nonprofits. Since 2021, local offices have organized local community service challenges, with 855 company volunteers contributing more than 3,800 hours of service to 156 organizations. This year, Gilbane expanded the effort, encouraging participation in every location where Gilbane has an office. The company supports … Read more

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