Construction of Skyscraper to Begin in Poland

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Modern office spaces, solutions aimed at reducing environmental impact, as well as intriguing landscaping that complements the urban fabric are a few of the distinctive features of the Studio A building scheduled to be commissioned in Warsaw, Poland in 2025. Skanska is the general contractor for the project. Construction of the two-phase studio complex began in August 2021. The first phase, Studio B, was commissioned in November 2023. Now, Skanska is commencing works on the second part of the project — a skyscraper, which will consist of 27 floors, as well as four underground levels (built earlier, during the construction … Read more

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Trial Operation of Terminal 3 Bangladesh Airport Commences

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Recently, the trial operation of Terminal 3 at the Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka, Bangladesh, built by CSCEC and other companies, began. Situated in the capital city, the project has a total construction area of approximately 350,000 square meters, making it one of Bangladesh’s most influential public infrastructure projects. Upon full operation, the project is expected to achieve an annual passenger throughput of 22 million people, and increase annual cargo volume to 500,000 tons, contributing to Bangladesh’s ambition to establish a global aviation hub.

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Fit-Out for Former London Manor Home Focuses on Sustainability

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General contractor Gilbert-Ash has been appointed to fit out a former London manor home, transforming it into a modern Cat A workspace. Situated in the heart of Richmond, England, Kew Studios is a building steeped in history and rich in character, which will be completely transformed into stylish office space with a strong focus on sustainability. The £10-million project includes the refurbishment of the building to include structural works to create a staircase, lift core and mezzanine plant platform. There will also be alterations to external openings, building repairs and replacement of MEP services to reconfigure the building for subdivision … Read more

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Dorothy Thomas Exceptional Center’s Campus Replacement Project in Tampa Complete

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Construction is complete on a $19.5-million campus replacement at the Dorothy Thomas Exceptional Center, located in Tampa, Florida. The Hillsborough County public school — a former community gym — is now dedicated to serving students with emotional and behavioral disorders. The general contractor on the project was Skanska USA. The approximately 40,000-square-foot renovation and expansion replaces 12 mobile classrooms with a new structure to better serve the needs of nearly 60 students ranging across all ages in grades K-12. The school provides specially designed spaces and adaptable capabilities, such as adjustable lighting to suit the emotional state of students. One … Read more

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Clemson University Alumni & Visitors Center Tops Out

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The Clemson University Alumni & Visitors Center located in Clemson, South Carolina has reached its full height, marking a major construction milestone. During a recent topping out ceremony, the university and Brasfield & Gorrie, the project’s construction manager, celebrated the craft workers building the facility. To date, the project has included: moving 8,000 tons of dirt pouring 2,800 yards of concrete setting 2,500 pieces of steel placing 300,000 pounds of cross laminated timber This five-story, 98,000-square-foot structure will gather Tigers of multiple generations under one roof. The center will house numerous programs, including the Clemson Alumni Association, Class of 1944 … Read more

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