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diariosur.es • RealEstate • Spain
A new residential project in Malaga, Spain, will construct approximately 400 townhouses, resolving a long-standing issue for residents affected by a previous landslide.
nytimes.com • Housing • United States
The US faces a significant housing shortage due to under-construction since the Great Recession, impacting even middle-class families and prompting policy changes to address the issue.
chiemgau24.de • Politics • Germany
A protracted dispute in Prien am Chiemsee over a proposed residential development highlights disagreements between the municipality and a builder regarding access and neighbor objections.
chiemgau24.de • Economics • Germany
Rising construction interest rates in Germany are causing alarm in the regional construction industry, threatening the affordability of real estate and impacting businesses.
irishtimes.com • Business • Ireland
Mercury Engineering, an Irish construction firm, will lay off 40 employees due to the completion of Intel's Fab 34 plant in Leixlip, though other large projects are expected to offset some of the job losses.
diariosur.es • Politics • Spain
The Junta de Andalucía has revised its plan for the construction of Málaga's Third Hospital after acknowledging an error in the initial feasibility study.
diariosur.es • Development • Spain
Three companies have submitted proposals for the regeneration of El Bulto in Malaga, Spain, involving a high-rise tower and significant urban renewal.
bostonglobe.com • Crime • United States
An Irish national is charged with a $2 million home repair scam targeting homeowners in Rhode Island and Massachusetts, employing high-pressure tactics and exploiting victims' trust.
elpais.com • Business • Spain
Sacyr, a Spanish construction and concessions company, is implementing several strategies to reduce debt, improve corporate governance, and enhance its stock market performance.
gestion.pe • Law • Peru
A Peruvian court case highlights the legal consequences of unlicensed construction, emphasizing the importance of adhering to urban regulations, especially in protected areas, with potential prison sentences for significant violations.
divyabhaskar.co.in • Accident • India
A construction worker died and another was seriously injured when an underpass construction site collapsed after a train passed.
nzherald.co.nz • Business • New Zealand
Fletcher Building announced a challenging outlook with lower projected volumes and significant losses stemming from legacy projects and plumbing issues in Australia.
crainsgrandrapids.com • Business • Michigan
Rockford Construction Co. leads as the largest construction company in West Michigan, while WDG Construction boasts the highest year-over-year growth.
smh.com.au • RealEstate • Australia
The article exposes the widespread issue of building defects in Sydney, costing homeowners and taxpayers $700 million annually, highlighting the struggles faced by homeowners and the need for systemic reforms.
elnortedecastilla.es • Politics • Spain
Simultaneous construction projects in Valladolid's Cuatro de Marzo neighborhood have eliminated 140 parking spaces, causing significant disruption and sparking criticism from residents and local politicians.
valor.globo.com • Infrastructure • Brazil
Private companies are mobilizing to study the challenging Santos-Guarujá tunnel project, with an auction scheduled for early August.
bhaskar.com • RealEstate • India
Construction has begun on Dhirendra Shastri's 'Hindu Village' project near Bageshwar Dham in Madhya Pradesh, featuring 1000 flats with initial bookings from outside India.
ilrestodelcarlino.it • Business • Italy
Renco and Conad's revised proposal for a new covered market in Rimini awaits approval from the city council and other relevant authorities, with a final decision expected within a month.
corriere.it • Accident • Italy
A 35-year-old worker died in Sicily after being crushed by a security door he was delivering.
irishtimes.com • Business • Ireland
A major Irish office developer voiced concerns to the government about work-from-home trends impacting office space demand and construction costs.
dnevnik.bg • Economics • Bulgaria
A new Bulgarian tax control measure targeting specific sectors, including automobiles, construction materials, and fertilizers, raises concerns about increased costs for businesses without a clear benefit to state revenue.
businessden.com • Development • Denver
Denver's new permitting office aims to streamline the city's notoriously slow and complex development approval process, prompting optimism among developers despite some concerns.
watoday.com.au • RealEstate • Australia
Beulah's ambitious $2.7 billion STH BNK project in Melbourne's Southbank faces significant setbacks due to rising construction costs and financial challenges, leaving the future of the project uncertain.
estadao.com.br • Finance • Brazil
Despite higher interest rates and construction costs, Brazilian real estate developers reported increased sales, revenue, and profits in the fourth quarter of 2024.
bangordailynews.com • Development • Maine
While Ellsworth, Maine, embraces development and experiences population growth, neighboring towns implement measures to curb large-scale expansion.
diariosur.es • RealEstate • Spain
A new tourist apartment complex is set to be built in Málaga's El Palo neighborhood after receiving its building permit, representing a €9.5 million investment and promising urban regeneration.
nzz.ch • Transportation • Europe
Due to construction work, train routes between Switzerland and Milan will be disrupted until at least 2027, forcing passengers to use bus replacements.
crainsgrandrapids.com • Business • United States
Nathan Abbott, co-founder and CEO of Falcon Custom Homes, discusses his successful business strategy, which includes a focus on quality, marketing, and strong relationships with clients and subcontractors.
elpais.com • Economics • Spain
The Spanish government announces a €1.3 billion investment over 10 years in a new strategic project to boost industrialized housing construction, aiming to increase affordability and address the housing shortage.
elcomercio.es • RealEstate • Spain
Avilés City Council has approved a plan to build 170 homes in the Miranda neighborhood, including public housing and a new park.
dailymail.co.uk • RealEstate • United States
Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds are building a sprawling, multi-million dollar compound in New York's Westchester County, despite delays pushing completion past the summer 2024 projection.
cnn.com • RealEstate • China
Construction of the world's tallest unoccupied skyscraper, Goldin Finance 117 in Tianjin, China, is set to resume after a decade-long hiatus, signaling a potential shift in China's real estate market.
reviewjournal.com • Business • United States
Despite economic headwinds, Boyd Gaming is proceeding with its Cadence Crossing casino project in Nevada and other developments, confident in its strong financial position.
elnortedecastilla.es • Infrastructure • Spain
The article details the status of various transportation projects underway in and around Valladolid, Spain, highlighting significant costs and timelines.
newyorker.com • RealEstate • New York
The article details the construction and subsequent leaning of 1 Seaport, a luxury skyscraper in New York City, highlighting safety violations, a worker's death, and legal battles.
businessinsider.com • Military • China
China is building a massive new military headquarters near Beijing, potentially surpassing the Pentagon in size and serving as a command center and nuclear bunker.
bernerzeitung.ch • Infrastructure • Switzerland
Following local criticism, the canton of Bern is making improvements to a recently completed 5 million Swiss Franc road project in Spiez's town center.
suncommercial.com • Infrastructure • Indiana
The city of Brazil, Indiana's water project bids came in significantly lower than projected, resulting in potential cost savings of millions of dollars.
gazettenet.com • Development • Massachusetts
Northampton's Planning Board approved a five-story apartment building downtown and is considering another four-story building, sparking debate among residents about housing needs versus neighborhood preservation.
twincities.com • Development • Minnesota
Construction begins on the first project at Rice Creek Commons in Arden Hills, Minnesota, marking the start of a large-scale development on a former Superfund site.
thisismoney.co.uk • Renovation • UK
A homeowner details the unexpectedly high costs associated with obtaining planning permission for a home renovation in the UK, highlighting the substantial fees for various services and assessments.
irishtimes.com • Housing • Ireland
Thousands of new homes in Ireland are facing delays due to insufficient electricity grid capacity, creating a new hurdle in the country's ongoing housing crisis.
diariosur.es • Cinema • Spain
Construction of Málaga's new Neoalbéniz cinemas is delayed until December, but the projection and audio equipment has been successfully awarded, aiming for completion by the 2026 Málaga Film Festival.
elnortedecastilla.es • RealEstate • Spain
Valladolid's Las Eras neighborhood is undergoing a residential transformation with the construction of 50 new apartments by the regional government, alongside plans for further development on a former police station site.
elcorreo.com • Infrastructure • Spain
The opening of a pedestrian and bicycle bridge connecting Erandio and Barakaldo in Spain is delayed until July 2026 due to budget increases and construction changes.
midilibre.fr • Flooding • France
Two retired hydraulics engineers in Camplanier, France, warn of potential flooding risks in a new apartment building's parking area due to inadequate flood prevention measures.
prensa.com • Infrastructure • Panama
Panama's government is investigating land ownership costs along the planned railway route from Panama City to Paso Canoas to determine the overall project cost.
diariodotransporte.com.br • Infrastructure • Brazil
The São Paulo state government has established a judging commission for the international bidding process of the Santos-Guarujá Tunnel project, a crucial infrastructure development set to transform mobility in the region.
diariosur.es • Infrastructure • Spain
The environmental impact assessment for the northern access road to Málaga airport has been approved, paving the way for the construction of a 1.7-kilometer road connecting the airport to Alhaurín de la Torre.
prensa.com • Politics • Panama
A strike by the Suntracs union has paralyzed over 90 public works projects in Panama, impacting major infrastructure initiatives and causing significant economic disruption.
vedomosti.ru • Business • Russia
A new large business center is planned near the Slava business quarter in Moscow, on land previously owned by Medstroyinvest.
irishtimes.com • RealEstate • Ireland
The Construction Industry Federation (CIF) in Ireland faces a €140,000 derelict site levy payment for a Dublin property that partially collapsed, despite a pending €23 million sale.
irishtimes.com • News • Ireland
A derelict Victorian cottage owned by the Construction Industry Federation in Dublin collapsed, raising concerns about the state of historical buildings and the organization's development plans.
nacion.com • Politics • Costa Rica
Four engineers warned in writing about changes to a Liberia airport runway repair contract that could shield the contractor from sanctions.
mondaq.com • Law • India
This article analyzes key judicial pronouncements shaping the landscape of construction arbitration in India, highlighting recent cases impacting arbitrator appointments and the grounds for setting aside arbitration awards.
stltoday.com • Business • Missouri
A St. Louis County jury awarded Gleeson Asphalt Inc. $109 million after its supplier, Lafarge North America Inc., provided inferior base rock, leading to costly repaving of two parking lots.
chiemgau24.de • Politics • Germany
The Reit im Winkl Gemeinderat concluded a zoning procedure, reclassified land for agriculture, and approved construction projects, including a shooting range.
diariosur.es • Healthcare • Spain
The Junta de Andalucía has officially launched the bidding process for the construction of Málaga's third hospital, a major project valued at €822 million.
sandiegouniontribune.com • Infrastructure • California
Repairs to the fire-damaged Oceanside Municipal Pier in California are expected to take at least a year, delaying the pier's reopening for visitors.
irishtimes.com • Infrastructure • Ireland
A newly opened bridge in Ireland alleviates decades of traffic congestion in Killaloe and Ballina, boosting local economies and improving residents' quality of life.
equipmentworld.com • Technology • World
Komatsu and Dimaag have unveiled a mobile megawatt charging system designed for fast charging of battery-powered construction and mining equipment.
quotidianodipuglia.it • Finance • Italy
Authorities in Salento, Italy, have seized over €1.2 million in assets related to a fraudulent scheme involving building renovation tax credits.
elcorreo.com • Infrastructure • Spain
Bilbao is adding new bike lanes, reducing car lanes on Zumalacárregui avenue and connecting Irala and Miribilla neighborhoods, funded by European grants.
diariosur.es • Tourism • Spain
Three Accor hotels in Málaga are seeking expansion, aiming to increase their size, category, and number of rooms.
diariosur.es • Healthcare • Spain
Málaga, Spain, is set to receive a new hospital in 2032, adding to its existing healthcare infrastructure and addressing the growing population's needs.
latercera.com • RealEstate • Chile
Housing sales in Chile show a contrasting picture: a significant drop in the north and a double-digit increase in the south, prompting the government to introduce a new mortgage subsidy.
diariosur.es • Construction • Spain
Málaga's metro construction near El Corte Inglés is halfway complete, entering its most complex phase with potential archaeological discoveries impacting timelines.
prensa.com • Construction • Panama
Panama's construction sector faces challenges due to decreased demand, prompting cement companies to invest in diversification and exports to maintain profitability.
lavozdealmeria.com • Traffic • Spain
This article details traffic changes and detours in Almería, Spain, due to construction on Avenida del Mediterráneo, advising drivers on alternative routes.
elpais.com • Immigration • United States
ICE raids on construction sites in the US are impacting the housing sector, exacerbating labor shortages and raising concerns about the treatment of immigrant workers.
themarket.ch • Finance • Europe
Europe's construction industry is experiencing a resurgence driven by factors such as declining interest rates and new infrastructure programs, presenting attractive investment opportunities despite some market uncertainties.
diariosur.es • RealEstate • Spain
Málaga's City Council is moving forward with a 15-year-delayed project to build a new neighborhood with 800 subsidized housing units.
elnortedecastilla.es • Politics • Spain
Residents of La Rondilla, Valladolid, protested the stalled construction of a new Social Security building, criticizing years of delays and the resulting negative impact on the neighborhood.
elnortedecastilla.es • RealEstate • Spain
A new residential development in Valladolid, Spain, will replace a long-vacant lot with two apartment buildings, incorporating a preserved historical facade.
diariosur.es • Infrastructure • Spain
Málaga plans to build four underpasses to alleviate traffic congestion in the city, but the funding method has sparked controversy among developers.
brisbanetimes.com.au • Development • Australia
Plans have been submitted for a new five-level, 37-unit mixed-use development on Brisbane's Racecourse Road, aiming to revitalize the area with retail, hospitality, and residential spaces.
thehindubusinessline.com • Business • India
Larsen & Toubro's Buildings & Factories division is proposing a ₹2,400 crore contract with Apollo Hospitals to construct hospital buildings across India.
diariosur.es • Technology • Spain
A large data center, Olive Urban, is planned for Málaga, Spain, representing a €279 million investment and creating numerous jobs.
elcomercio.pe • Engineering • Peru
A misalignment on a Miraflores-Barranco bridge has raised concerns, prompting engineers to assess the structural integrity and potential risks.
architectsjournal.co.uk • Housing • UK
The UK government's £39 billion investment in affordable housing is hailed as a transformational initiative to address the housing crisis, boosting construction and creating new social homes.
gazettenet.com • News • Massachusetts
A section of Main Street sidewalk in Northampton, Massachusetts, has been closed due to an immediate risk of collapse, prompting temporary closure for safety reasons.
charlotteobserver.com • Business • United States
Wells Fargo's new signage has finally been installed on its Charlotte headquarters, marking the completion of a project delayed multiple times due to weather.
diariosur.es • Healthcare • Spain
Málaga's blood transfusion center will be relocated to make way for the construction of a new hospital.
winnipegfreepress.com • Renovation • Canada
Winnipeg's St. James Civic Centre is temporarily closing for a $17 million expansion project, adding new amenities and improving existing facilities, scheduled to reopen in Fall 2026.
elespanol.com • Engineering • Spain
The new Málaga Metro extension to Hospital Civil incorporates a design enabling future expansion northwards, potentially to Ciudad Jardín, maximizing resource utilization.
theglobeandmail.com • Music • Canada
A new 50,000-person concert venue, Rogers Stadium, was built in Toronto in just nine months, showcasing a rapid construction feat and a significant investment to accommodate the growing demand for large-scale music events.