Turner Construction Receives Best-Led Company Award
Turner Construction Company announced it is among the winners on the inaugural Glassdoor Award List of Best-Led Large Companies in the United States.
CenterPoint Energy Assessing Damage from Tuesday Storms in Houston Area
CenterPoint Energy is assessing damage to its infrastructure following Tuesday afternoon’s severe thunderstorm that caused flooding.
Rush Enterprises Joins Universal Technical Institute Division’s Early Employment Program
As part of the program, participating employers may offer 20 to 30 hours of paid work experience, consideration for full-time employment, and reimbursement for education-related expenses after graduation.
Building Costs Increase in the First Quarter of 2024 Driven by Mega Projects
Turner Construction Company announced that the First Quarter 2024 Turner Building Cost Index—which measures costs in the non-residential building construction market in the United States—had increased to the value of 1408.
Proposed Houston Ship Channel User Fee Outlined in Special Public Meeting
On Tuesday, May 21, following its regular monthly meeting, the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority conducted a Special Public meeting to provide an important public update on the proposed user fee to help finance the ongoing Houston Ship Channel Expansion – Project 11.
Biden Administration Sets New Standards for Voluntary Carbon Markets to Drive Climate Action
Additionally, the administration is involved in international standard-setting efforts and supporting high-integrity VCMs in global markets.
Propane Council Educates on Backup Power Solutions as Texans Recover from Severe Storms
The Propane Council of Texas encourages residents across Texas to consider propane as a reliable backup power source.
See METRO’s Memorial Day Schedule
In observance of Memorial Day, METRO will operate the following schedule on Monday, May 27, 2024.
New Substation on Bolivar Peninsula Will Improve Service Reliability
Bolivar Peninsula residents will soon benefit from a new distribution substation located near Surfside Drive, which is close to the Big Store on Hwy 87 in the Crystal Beach community.
Record-Setting Holiday Travel Expected for Memorial Day
AAA projects 43.8 million travelers will travel 50 miles or more from home over the Memorial Day travel period, and travel centers throughout the state are preparing to help drivers around the clock.
TXU Energy Announces Recipients of 2024 Energy Leadership Awards
TXU Energy announced its recognition of four innovative South Texas organizations as category winners for the 2024 TXU Energy Leadership Awards.
Implementing Public Feedback in TxDOT’s New Long-Range Plan
The plan — Connecting Texas 2050 — considers all modes of transportation, including roadways, pedestrian and bicycle paths, transit, freight and passenger rail, airports, waterways and seaports.
CenterPoint Energy Helps Restore and Support Greater Houston in Aftermath of May Storm
As of Thursday, noon CT, CenterPoint Energy has restored nearly 900,000 customers impacted by the May 16 severe storm. At this time, 99% of CenterPoint’s customers have power.
Turner Construction Breaks Ground on $41 Million Texas A&M University at Galveston Project
Turner Construction Company was awarded a $41 million contract to build an engineering classroom and research building for Texas A&M University at Galveston in Galveston, Texas.
Emphasis on Safety Earns TXOGA Workers’ Compensation Safety Group Members $3.84M Dividend from Texas Mutual
The Texas Oil & Gas Association’s Workers’ Compensation Safety Group announced that member companies collectively earned $3.84 million in dividends from Texas Mutual Insurance Company for prioritizing workplace safety and keeping the group’s loss ratio low.
KBR, Sumitomo Chemical Form Technology Licensing Alliance for Sustainable Propylene Oxide Production
KBR and Sumitomo Chemical announced Tuesday that they have signed an alliance agreement to make KBR an exclusive licensing partner for Sumitomo Chemical’s state-of-the-art propylene oxide by cumene (POC) technology.
San Antonio International Airport, American Airlines to Pursue Nonstop Flight from Military City USA
San Antonio International Airport (SAT) and American Airlines announced on May 15 a partnership with the goal of initiating nonstop service from San Antonio to Washington, D.C.
Longtime Community Champion, Business Leader Joins Port San Antonio
City of San Antonio District 1 Councilwoman Sukh Kaur has appointed Gabe Farias to Port San Antonio’s 11-member Board of Directors.
Most Park & Ride Services Suspended Through Memorial Day Holiday
METRO will continue to suspend most Park & Ride services through Memorial Day as cleanup efforts continue in the downtown Houston area.
Crews Out in Force in Response to Multiple Storms
Statewide between May 1-21, there were 736 roads closed due to flooding and 135 locations had flood-related damages.