Energy Projects
South Africa to construct battery energy storage system (BESS) in Vredendal
The government of the Republic of South Africa is set to construct an 80 MW/320 MWh battery energy storage system in Vredendal, Western Cape...
Senegal relieves VAT charges on renewable energy equipment costs
The government of the Republic of Senegal through the Ministry of Oil and Energy has dismissed VAT (value-added tax) charges for about 22 renewable...
Safe Start-up of Unit 1 of Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant successfully achieved
The Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) has announced that its operating and maintenance subsidiary, Nawah Energy Company (Nawah) has successfully started up Unit 1...
Construction begins on Netherlands’ largest onshore Windpark Zeewolde windfarm
The Netherlands has begun construction of the 322MW Windpark Zeewolde windfarm. This will be the largest onshore wind farm in the Netherlands and the...
US DOI approves permits for Alaska LNG Pipeline project
The US Department of Interior has announced decisions for the Alaska Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) Pipeline Project, approving the issuance of rights-of-way permits across...
900MW Mohammed bin Rashid Solar Park to be constructed in UAE
ACWA Power has announced the appointment of Shanghai Electric as the Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) contractor for the 5th phase of the Mohammed...
Building projects
Construction of student housing and dining at UVic in Canada begins
Construction of a student housing and dining facility at University of Victoria (UVic) in Victoria Canada has begun. This is after the ground braking...
Transport infrastructure
Uttar Pradesh govt in India initiates work on DPR for Ganga Expressway
The Uttar Pradesh state government in India has initiated work on a detailed project report (DPR) for the proposed 601km long Ganga Expressway between...
Water & Sanitation projects
Liberia completes compensating people affected by Monrovia Raw Water Pipeline project
The government of Liberia through the state-owned Millennium Challenge Account-Liberia (MCA-L) has completed paying off all the 55 people whose properties fell within the...
Kayunga water supply project in Uganda receives a financial boost
The Kayunga water supply project in Kayunga district, Central Uganda, has received a financial boost in the form of a loan worth over US$...
ONEE to construct new wastewater treatment plant in Tarfaya, Morocco
The National de l’Electricité et de l’Eau Potable (ONEE) has awarded Biwater a contract to design and construct a new wastewater treatment plant in...
Ethiopia to construct a chemical-free wastewater treatment plant in Addis Ababa
The government of the Republic of Ethiopia is set to construct a wastewater treatment plant with a capacity of 15 m³ (3,962 gallons/day) plant...
Kenya; Construction of Koru-Soin multipurpose dam to begin in September
The construction works on the proposed Koru-Soin multipurpose dam on River Nyando, approximately five kilometers upstream of Muhoroni town in Kisumu County, the western...
TAQA awards US $245m projects to expand its recycled water distribution program
Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (TAQA) announced its subsidiary, Abu Dhabi Distribution Company (ADDC), awarded projects worth up to US $245m to expand the...
interiors and renovations
What you should consider before buying a newly constructed house?
I sold my first newly constructed house in 1994 and it was the easiest home sale I ever did. However, in 26 years, I’ve...
The Importance of Home Inspection
Getting another new construction home inspection may sound insane yet it bodes well. New doesn't mean right. We've seen that in around 9 out...
Office interior design ideas
An office interior design sets off the overall mood and productivity in a workplace and this is boosted by a comfortable, inviting atmosphere. However,...
How Does Covid19 Help Plan Your Renovation
Imagine a family where both parents are working from home with two or three school-going children who need to do their schoolwork at home....
How to carryout a clean up of your home after major renovation
How to Clean up Your Home After a Major RenovationPlanning for a major renovation is not easy. From hiring the right contractor to hiring...
Popular News
Africa’s fastest train line completely operational
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Africa's fastest train line is fully operational. Railway infrastructure constructor Colas Rail, who built the project announced the reports. Also Read:Egypt awards contract for the construction...
Morocco to construct Africa’s highest wind tower
Morocco is set to construct tallest wind tower in the African continent, measuring 144 metres high. Spanish technology signed a deal with Nabrawind for the...
Construction of Ghana’s biggest power bulk supply point begins
Construction of Ghana's biggest power Bulk Supply Point (BSP) at Pokuase in the Ga West district has commenced. President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo cut...
Managing tips
The Rise of Drones in the Construction Industry
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Drones in the Construction Industry are becoming a common sight. Also known as Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), they are no longer just a hobbyist...
Tidbits
The price of cement in Nigeria
Getting the lowest priced cement is one of the key factors that can lower the overall cost of a building project. The price of...
How Modular Construction Prevents Disruptions in Projects
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According to business consulting firm McKinsey & Company, Construction industry being one of the largest industries in the world, represents 14% of the global...
Office interior design ideas
An office interior design sets off the overall mood and productivity in a workplace and this is boosted by a comfortable, inviting atmosphere. However,...
Projects
California High Speed Rail (CHSR) project
California High-Speed Rail (CHSR) is a publicly funded high-speed rail system under construction in the U.S. state of California. It is projected to connect...
White Square, G54 exhibition center in Nanjing
Designed by MINGGU DESIGN White Square G54 exhibition center, located at No.99 Yunxi road, the central area of Nanjing airport city. With the construction development of...
Construction of new on-campus medical office building in Cedar Park, Texas
MedCore Partners, a national healthcare real estate development and brokerage firm headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is constructing a new multi-tenant, on-campus medical office building,...
Teela Residences: Inspired by Mahalla City’s textile industry in Northern Egypt
The Teela Residences, designed by Vilalta Architects, is located in the city of Mahalla, a secondary city in Northern Egypt that has evolved from...
Gyeongdo Island: New sustainable leisure destination in South Korea
UNStudio has designed a sustainable masterplan for Gyeongdo Island, a new 470,000 m2 leisure destination in South Korea where nature plays the leading role....
Rosebank Link: Unique imposing icon on the Rosebank skyline
Rosebank Link is located at the Heart of Rosebank, it’s directly opposite the Gautrain Station, The Zone and Rosebank Mall. Due to the unique...
Corporate NEws
Conmach Machinery: manufacturer and supplier of diverse range conventional and contemporary concrete machines
Conmach Machinery is a manufacturer of concretes blocks making machines, concrete machinery pipes, concrete plants, crushers and mobile concrete plants, which are always in...
People
PowerOptimal provides one of the lowest energy cost water heating solutions in the market
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Johannesburg, South Africa, June 25, 2020: The recently inked exclusive partnership between PowerOptimal, a leader in innovative sustainable energy and demand management solutions, and...
Features
Zlatoust plant mixing technology (ZZBO)-manufacturer and dealer of concrete production equipment
With its headquarters in Russia, Zlatoust plant mixing technology (ZZBO) is a company involved in the design and production of machinery and equipment. Its...
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