This week in construction

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By Emily Peiffer , Hallie Busta • Nov. 21, 2016

Orlando airport gets green light for $1.8B terminal expansion

PCL Construction will build the first phase of the new terminal, which will increase the airport's annual passenger capacity to 55 million.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 18, 2016

Getting off the ground: How drones can improve project design and operations

In a guest article, Steve Santovasi of consulting firm Burns & McDonnell explores how unmanned aircraft systems can improve safety, efficiency and data collection. 

By Steve Santovasi • Nov. 18, 2016

5 charts that explain the post-election construction economy

Three economists share their thoughts on the industry as it awaits more details on the new presidential administration's policies and their impact on construction.

By Hallie Busta • Nov. 18, 2016

Trump team considering infrastructure bank in shift from previous position

Advisers to the president-elect haven't said whether the infrastructure bank would be in addition to his $1 trillion infrastructure plan or replace part of it.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 17, 2016

Amtrak narrows developer field for Baltimore Penn Station revamp

The project is part of a push by Amtrak to take advantage of the land it owns around railroad stations.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 17, 2016

Eye in the sky: 5 commercial drone trends for construction

Small UAV technology is enhancing job site productivity by integrating with BIM, CAD and more to improve observational data.

By Chris Wood • Nov. 16, 2016

Researchers urge US to invest in smart sensor tech to study bridge failures

Experts have floated the idea of a national research and development initiative to measure bridge performance and report failures via a sensor network.

By Chris Wood • Nov. 16, 2016

Seattle bridge designed to bounce back after earthquakes

Memory rebar and polyvinyl fiber concrete allow joints to bend during a seismic event and return to their original position without losing structural integrity.  

By Chris Wood • Nov. 16, 2016

Orange County, CA issues $1.2B design-build highway contract

The I-405 expansion is the first project under a new state law that allows transportation agencies to utilize the design-build method on highways.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 16, 2016

Brooklyn Bridge repair costs reach $811M — 60% over initial estimate

A city analyst said the state should give design-build authority to the Department of Transportation in order to save money and time on its bridge repair program.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 15, 2016

Trump names asphalt lobbyist to lead transportation team transition

Mass transit advocates are concerned that Martin Whitmer will disproportionately load the President-elect's infrastructure team with surface transportation interests.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 15, 2016

Canadian government seeking billions in infrastructure investments

The success of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's economic plan relies on massive funding for infrastructure.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 15, 2016

3 crucial questions about Trump's $1T infrastructure proposal

While contractors are optimistic about a boon for business, concerns of increased private sector involvement and tax credit uncertainties are just a few of the obstacles ahead for the President-elect's plan.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 15, 2016

How the construction industry is reacting to President-elect Trump

Donald Trump's development experience and infrastructure proposals have thrust construction into the spotlight, and our survey found that industry insiders are largely optimistic about the next administration.

By Emily Peiffer • Nov. 14, 2016

Canadian fund manager selects 5 construction teams to bid on $5.5B light-rail

Quebec's pension fund manager is building the light-rail system, which will serve Montreal and connect riders to the airport.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 14, 2016

3 teams tapped to bid for $2.1B US-Canada Gordie Howe bridge project

Officials said it should take about 18 months to choose the winning team for the public-private partnership.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 11, 2016

US voters approved $201B for transportation projects on Election Day

Infrastructure has been a major talking point this election cycle, which has construction companies optimistic about an increase in future work.

By Emily Peiffer • Nov. 11, 2016

$9B CA school construction program scores voter approval

The state's construction industry has been a big proponent of Proposition 51, despite critics' concerns of rising debt.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 10, 2016

Construction stocks surge on Trump's promised infrastructure program

Investors are betting that the incoming president will make good on his commitment to increase infrastructure spending.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 10, 2016

Builders battle extreme weather with next-level construction tech

Contractors and engineers are leveraging advanced technologies and forecasting software to create buildings capable of withstanding hurricanes, floods and more.

By Chris Wood • Nov. 9, 2016

Bjarke Ingels Group unveils Hyperloop design for Dubai

If the transportation plan comes to fruition, project officials said the trip from Dubai to Abu Dhabi should take only 12 minutes.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 9, 2016

With Donald Trump as president, what's next for the construction industry?

Take our survey and let us know whether you're satisfied with the results, and which issue is most important to your business.

By Emily Peiffer • Nov. 9, 2016

MBTA hires new manager for troubled $2.3B Green Line extension

John Dalton, a former Chicago Transit Authority employee with experience attaining federal funding for infrastructure projects, will now lead construction on the project.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 8, 2016

ConstructConnect lowers 2016 starts forecast — but raises 2017 projections

While residential underperformed in the third quarter, it is expected to be the driver of growth in the industry.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 8, 2016