City of San Antonio and Union Pacific Partner to Revamp Rittiman Road Railroad Crossing
The City of San Antonio and Union Pacific inked an agreement on Thursday, June 20 to begin revamping the railroad crossing at Rittiman Road and I-35.
Coit Road Traffic Pattern Along the DART Silver Line Alignment to Change June 27 as Construction Progresses
Motorists who travel on Coit Road through the North Dallas and Richardson area will see an adjustment to their daily commute on Wednesday, June 27, but can also expect a smoother ride along the way.
City of San Antonio Provides Funding for Small Businesses Impacted by Construction
Applications are open for the City of San Antonio’s Small Business Construction Support grant.
DFW Airport Joins Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program
DFW Airport announced the launch of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower lanyard program, designed to help ensure customers with less visible disabilities receive the assistance they need while traveling through the airport.
Project Canary and Houston-Based Tachyus Announce Partnership
The agreement, which expands Project Canary’s multiple technology partnerships, combines Project Canary’s unique Carbon Portal features with Tachyus’s leading GHG regulatory reporting features for clients in the oil and gas sector.
Starlab Space Announces Strategic Partnership with Palantir Technologies, Inc.
Starlab Space and Palantir will leverage data modeling through digital twins and AI technologies to enhance Starlab’s operations throughout the enterprise.
United Airlines Makes Strides in $2.55 Billion Terminal B Transformation at IAH
United Airlines is investing $2.55 billion to transform the original George Bush Intercontinental Airport Terminal B, which opened in June 1969, into a modern and efficient facility designed to improve the passenger experience.
Texas A&M University System Selects Architect, Construction Manager for Clinical Veterinary Teaching and Research Complex
The Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) will partner with Page and Texas-owned Vaughn Construction to design and build its new facility.
DART Awards Contract for Mobility Management Services
This contract encompasses the operation of DART’s Paratransit, Microtransit, and Rider Assistance Programs.
METRO Not Proceeding with Federal Grant Application for University Corridor Project
Based on a financial review, METRO will not proceed with the federal grant application for the University Corridor Project at this time.
Drax Donates More Than $291K to Non-Profits Focused on STEM Education, the Environment
Renewable energy company Drax has announced that five U.S. non-profits will receive $291,585 as part of the Drax Foundation’s latest round of donations.
energyRe Secures Contracts to Supply Clean Power to U.S. Department of Defense Facilities
energyRe announced two 15-year power purchase agreements (PPAs) to provide clean energy to U.S. Department of Defense facilities in the Southeastern United States.
Clark Construction Celebrates Inaugural Graduates from Houston Small Business Training Program for Diverse-Owned Firms
Established in 2006, the Strategic Partnership Program delivers executive MBA-style classes to small minority-, women-, and veteran-owned firms in the construction industry.
DART Board Approves Strategic Plan to Guide Future Priorities, Innovation
The plan goals articulate a clear pathway that leverages DART as a valued partner in the economic and social landscape of North Texas.
Turner Construction Named Top United States Contractor for 4th Consecutive Year
Turner Construction Company was named the top contractor in the United States by Engineering News-Record. Turner has held the top spot for the past four years. According to a news release, in 2023, Turner’s revenue was over $17 billion, and new contracts secured exceeded $20 billion. Revenue came from major markets such as $2.6 billion…
CenterPoint Energy Awards Nearly $230K in Grants to Communities to Fund Safety-Related Projects
This year, CenterPoint Energy’s Community Safety Grant program awarded more than 90 grants totaling nearly $230,000 in Indiana, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, Ohio and Texas to fund safety-related equipment and projects in local communities.
Temporary Wall Systems Opens 11th Texas Location with New Office in Houston
Temporary Wall Systems owners Chris and Tiffany Kiszkiel said they are excited to offer Houston businesses with safe and reusable temporary walls that protect their customers, employees and property from renovation and construction activities.
Latest Technological Advancements that Have the Potential to Expand Business Opportunities in 2024
In the year 2024, subcontractors have access to a fantastic array of technical developments that allow them to expand their business options and significantly improve their capabilities.
EverGen Power and Strategic Value Partners Launch North American Power Investments Partnership
EverGen and SVP plan to leverage their power industry experience and investing capability to acquire and manage generation assets that fill a critical reliability role in competitive power markets.
ONEOK Completes Acquisition of Gulf Coast NGL System
ONEOK, Inc. announced that it has completed its acquisition of a system of natural gas liquids (NGL) pipelines from Easton Energy for approximately $280 million.