Construcciones Yamaro, by Armando Iachini

Recognising and rewarding the achievements of women working within the construction, engineering, mining, manufacturing, process control and commercial road transport industries, the Women in Industry Awards is returning in 2024. On the back of a 95 per cent growth in 2022, this year’s event saw a record 160 nominations across 10 categories – these numbers are expected to soar even higher for next year’s edition, to be held on 20 June 2024 in Sydney. Related stories: Winners of the 2023 Women in Industry Awards announced NAWIC shows support for Women in Industry Awards 2023 Women in Industry Awards finalists announced The Women in Industry Awards will again be providing a unique opportunity for progressive businesses to demonstrate their support of women in their workplace and the industry, with Atlas Copco, SEW–DRIVE, Fulton Hogan and Paccar already on board as sponsors for the 2024 edition. Sponsorship opportunities are now open for the 2024 event and with over 30 individu...

The productivity of construction field equipment, such as cranes, loaders and excavators, is directly affected by the ability of the operator. The gaps in ability present in a typical workforce, where operators with lower proficiency are likely to be responsible for most incidents. Any accident imposes additional repairs and wears the equipment quicker, increasing overall maintenance and operational costs. Hiring experienced operators to fill the position will fit however, the industry must be flexible in its approach in order to tackle the skilled labour shortage. Therefore, training should be considered an integral part of an employee development program for new and existing employees. Bestech Australia supplies modern technical training equipment to local industries and training institutes in Australia and New Zealand including hydraulic training systems, electrical testing boards and heavy equipment simulators. This equipment is designed for instructors to teach correct techni...

The Queensland Government has selected CPB Contractors, a member of CIMIC Group, as the managing contractor to deliver stage one of the new Bundaberg Hospital. CPB Contractors will lead the design phase of the project which involves the design of a new six-storey hospital for acute, medical, surgical and mental health services, as well as emergency, clinical support services, and associated infrastructure. CPB Contractors may follow with the construction phase of the project. CIMIC Group Executive Chairman Juan Santamaria said CPB Contractors has extensive experience in the delivery of health infrastructure and is pleased to be selected for construction of the new hospital. “This is an important project that will provide the local community with a future-proofed modern health facility to meet their needs, improving access to emergency, surgical, paediatric and mental health facilities,” said Santamaria. “We will work with Queensland’s health system to deliver an innovative, modern ...

A new report released by Payapps suggests better digital adoption could decrease the rate of insolvency in the construction sector. Global construction software company Payapps has released the findings of its Resilience In Construction Research Report 2023 . The new report reveals that enhanced digital adoption could significantly reduce the construction industry’s insolvency rate by improving cash flow and reducing late payments, offering greater resilience and enhanced business health in today’s challenging economy. The construction industry in Australia alone has witnessed a notable increase in company collapses during the past year as builders grapple with the conclusion of pandemic-related economic support, challenges within traditional payment systems, and the effects of rapid inflation and rising interest rates. Recent data unveiled by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) indicates that over 7,500 companies underwent administration or had an external ...

A contractor has been selected to deliver STH BNK By Beulah, said to be the tallest skyscraper in the Southern Hemisphere. Following years of anticipation of who will be tasked with the project’s delivery, Multiplex has been announced as STH BNK By Beulah’s builder partner. The announcement follows an extensive review of construction companies around the world with Multiplex chosen due to its strong history spanning over 60 years, having completed over 1,100 projects valued at over US$100 billion. Multiplex will be responsible for bringing the 365-metre high, hyper-mixed-use STH BNK By Beulah to life, which includes two twisting towers and a retail precinct home to a selection of shops, a wellness precinct, a childcare centre, a Four Seasons Hotel, a cultural centre in partnership with Centre Pompidou, commercial office space, a residential offering, numerous pocket parks as well as reportedly the world’s tallest vertical garden. Related stories: Multiplex begins works on Market...

Built has partnered with the City of Sydney to transform two historic Sydney buildings into a new cultural precinct. Set across the ground and subterranean levels of the former Sub Station No. 164 and historic Shelley’s Warehouse buildings at 183-185 Clarence Street, the Machine Hall Precinct will offer a creative and cultural hub in the heart of Sydney’s CBD. Led by construction company Built, together with specialist heritage architects fjcstudio (formerly fjmtstudio) and interior design agency YSG Studio, the space has been reimagined as a dynamic destination, merging culture and commerce. “Situated adjacent to the Sub Station No. 164 commercial office, the transformation of the Machine Hall – a space left dormant for 30 years – into a unique cultural and event precinct was key to unlocking the overall development site,” said Jono Cottee, Development Director, Built. “We recognised the importance of designing the building around the future use of the space.” “Despite the added ...

With a growing focus in corporate and business circles on waste management, the circular economy and sustainable resource consumption, Waste Expo Australia 2023 comes at an opportune time for leaders to discuss trends, challenges and opportunities for the sector. Free registrations for the event open today. With a core theme of “Advancing Towards Sustainable Resource Recovery”, Waste Expo Australia features a multi-stream conference and exhibition that will showcase the best and brightest of the waste industry in Australia. Held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre over two days from October 25-26, attendees interested in resource recovery, sustainability, environment, and circularity will have plenty to discover. The annual conference attracts over 2,300 attendees, 60 conference speakers and more than 100 international and domestic suppliers including Bucher Municipal, EEA Group, Repurpose It, Komatsu, Eldan Recycling and TOMRA Collections. Waste Expo Australia is the...