Dallas-Fort Worth Poised to Become Premier High-Speed Corridor
Two proposed high-speed rail projects could potentially reduce travel time from Fort Worth to Houston to just two hours.
LEVY DYKEMA Announces Merger with COTERA+REED ARCHITECTS
LEVY DYKEMA, with offices in Austin and Corpus Christi, expands value and benefits to their clients through the addition of Cotera+Reed’s experience in civic, municipal, institutional, lower education, and higher education projects.
Texas A&M Heeds Gov. Abbott’s Call for Space Engineering Degree
Dr. Robert H. Bishop, whose official start date was April 2, said he has heard the call for the new program from several faculty members who want to make Texas A&M a national leader in the rapidly growing field of space engineering.
SBA Launches Digital Hub to Connect Small Businesses
The IIA Small Business Hub includes new technological assistance guides to help more small businesses access Investing in America grants, contracts, and market opportunities.
Houston City Council Allocates $150M for IAH Terminal B Transformation
Houston City Council voted to approve an ordinance to allocate $150,000,000 from the Houston Airport System Consolidated 2011 Construction Fund for a Memorandum of Agreement between the City of Houston and United Airlines.
Traffic Gets Eclipsed in Texas
TxDOT expected up to a million people to travel to see it, impacting traffic s in the hours after the eclipse.
New METRO Board Members Approved; Historic Number of Women Serving on the Board
The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO Houston) Board of Directors welcomed its newest members appointed by Mayor John Whitmire Wednesday and approved by vote during this morning’s Houston City Council meeting.
ALTIVIA Appoints Scott Barnum as Director of Manufacturing and Dean Hale as Corporate Engineering Manager
ALTIVIA announced in April that it has named Scott Barnum as Director of Manufacturing and Dean Hale as Corporate Engineering Manager.
TI to Showcase Technologies for a Safer, Smarter and More Sustainable Future at embedded world 2024
Texas Instruments (TI) (Nasdaq: TXN) announced in March that it will demonstrate new embedded processing and connectivity products for enabling a safer, smarter and more sustainable future at embedded world, April 9 through 11 in Nuremberg, Germany.
Texas Oil and Gas Production Records Tumbled in 2023
Texas’ major energy industry reached new peaks last year with records set for both oil and gas production.
Proper Protective Equipment Needed on Every Jobsite
Work Safe Austin believes all construction contractors should provide employees with the proper PPE based on the assigned task to help reduce the risk of injury.
CenterPoint Energy Encourages Safety Awareness and Education During National Safe Digging Month
CenterPoint Energy is collaborating with the Common Ground Alliance to observe April as National Safe Digging Month and encourage customers to follow safe digging practices.
Shell to Grow Company-Owned U.S. Retail Sites with Acquisition of Brewer Oil Company
Shell Mobility Company Operations LLC (Shell), has signed an agreement to acquire 45 fuel and convenience store sites in New Mexico through the acquisition of Brewer Oil Company’s (BOC) retail division.
New Vessel Added to Galveston Ferry Fleet
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) proudly unveiled its latest maritime marvel, the Galveston to Port Bolivar ferry, in a dedication ceremony honoring the pioneer of Texas transportation infrastructure, Esperanza “Hope” Andrade.
Preparations Help Oil and Gas Industry Get Through Dangerous Wildfires
The Texas Forest Service announced dangerous wildfires in the Panhandle were finally 100% contained, thanks to the tireless efforts of state and local emergency crews.
Effective Permit Planning for Project Owners: Maximizing Efficiency and Minimizing Delays
Navigating the permit-planning process can often be a major hurdle for any construction project. Though it plays a significant role in your project’s timely completion, permit planning is often considered daunting due to its complex dance with regulations, piles of paperwork, and complex bureaucratic procedures. This blog aims to change that perception and guide you toward efficient permit planning.
Eclipse Shines Light on Airport Improvement Program
The eyes of Texas are upon the moon in early April, and airports will be a popular destination to see the total solar eclipse. Whether viewers take to the skies or stick to the ground, it might be good to also appreciate the work that’s done to support Texas aviation.
TXOGA Announces Senior Staff Promotions
Texas Oil & Gas Association (TXOGA) President Todd Staples announced on April 5 the promotions of senior staff, naming Shana Joyce and Tulsi Oberbeck as Vice Presidents of Government and Regulatory Affairs. Joyce and Oberbeck have served as directors in these positions since 2018.
Improving Contractors’ Safety and Health Efforts
Safety Management in the Construction Industry SmartMarket Report examines occupational safety and health challenges across the industry and shines a light on where more effort is needed.
Dallas-Based Vivakor Acquires Endeavor Entities for $120 Million
Vivakor has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the Endeavor Entities, which operate in the midstream segment of the oil industry, for $120 million.