Researchers Working To Turn Harmful Microplastics Into Usable Fuel
Chemical engineering researchers are working to break down harmful plastics before they enter the environment and harness the stored hydrogen for use as fuel. Getty Images Microplastics have been found to be harmful to human and animal health, and the environment. Read on Texas A&M Today BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION, Jan. 8, 2025 — Microplastics, plastics smaller than 5 millimeters, are littered across the world, contributing to global warming, disrupting food chains, and harming ecosystems...
Top Commercial Litigator Christopher Thatch Joins McGuireWoods in Washington
Christopher Thatch, who earned national acclaim for representing global companies in complex construction litigation matters, has joined McGuireWoods as a partner in Washington, D.C. — the eighth partner to join the office since July 2024. Thatch represents global companies in claims stemming from high-value construction projects and provides risk mitigation advice to clients involved in building or investing in such projects. He handles major public and commercial projects, including ene...
Unique Nozzles Unlock the Full Potential of Recycled Water Trucks
Featuring reinforced chains and no parts that can cause “lock down,” the chain cutter nozzle internals run smoothly, eliminating deposits and incrustations of all kinds. Source: KEG Technologies Recycled water particulates can clog standard nozzles, causing substantial downtime for maintenance. Specially designed nozzles eliminate this production bottleneck, enabling jetting of 10,000+ feet of line per day. Today, many contractors and municipal operators are investing in sewer cleaner...
Stantec selected to help oversee DC Water capital improvement program
The five-year effort will focus on updating infrastructure, driving innovation and efficiency Stantec, a global leader in sustainable design and engineering, and AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear company, have been selected by DC Water to manage the agency’s water capital improvement program (CIP). The team was chosen because of its breadth of expertise and innovative track record in markets around the globe. Under the joint venture Water Smart Alliance (WSA...
Registration Opens for Spring 2025 ACI Concrete Convention in Toronto, Canada
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich: The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is thrilled to host the ACI Concrete Convention in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Recognized as the world’s gathering place for advancing concrete, the convention will take place March 30 – April 2, 2025, at the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel. This event will unite engineers, contractors, educators, manufacturers, and material experts to discuss and collaborate on concrete codes, specifications, and practices. Attendees can look forward...
Lt. Gen. William H. “Butch” Graham Jr. assumed the role of 56th Chief of Engineers and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Commanding General Sept. 13, 2024.
USACE PHOTO In his capacity as the Chief of Engineers, Lt. Gen. Graham oversees the Army’s Engineer Regiment, which comprises more than 84,000 Soldiers assigned to engineer units across the Army’s Active, National Guard and Reserve components. He also serves as senior Engineer adviser to Army senior officials on matters related to general, combat, and geospatial engineering. As USACE Commanding General, he manages more than 40,000 civilian and military personnel who execute a massive...
AtkinsRéalis Joint Venture Awarded US$43-Million Water Program Management Services Contract
Montreal: January 9, 2025 – AtkinsRéalis Group Inc. (TSX: ATRL), a world-class engineering services and nuclear company with offices around the world, announces today that Water Smart Alliance (WSA), a joint venture (JV) with Stantec, has been awarded a Water Program Management contract by the District of Columbia Water and Sewer Authority (DC Water). “AtkinsRéalis has been designing and building water infrastructure around the world for more than a century,” said Ian L. Edwards, President an...
Hexagon to acquire Septentrio, revolutionising positioning in mission-critical navigation and autonomy applications
STOCKHOLM — Hexagon today announced an agreement to acquire Septentrio NV, a leading OEM provider of Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) technologies, to drive innovation and expand the market reach of Resilient Assured Positioning solutions. Combining Septentrio's pioneering GNSS platform with Hexagon's extensive positioning portfolio, including sensor fusion, anti-jamming, correction services and perception technologies, will enable cutting-edge solutions for diverse markets and appl...
INVESTING IN AMERICA: Biden-Harris Administration Announces Nearly $45 Million in Grant Awards for Connected, Active Transportation Infrastructure Projects
Funding will improve safety for those biking, walking, and accessing transit in 13 states and Puerto Rico WASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) announced $44.5 million in grant awards for communities in 13 states and Puerto Rico under its Active Transportation Infrastructure Investment Program (ATIIP). Authorized through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the grants will be used to plan, design, and construct projects for connec...
Kongsberg Discovery acquires Naxys Technologies
Kongsberg Discovery has reached agreement to acquire Naxys Technologies AS. The Bergen-based company is a world leader in technology for underwater environmental monitoring, with a specialism in recognizing the sound of oil and gas leaks. The oceans are crucial for solving global challenges related to climate, food and security. CEO Geir Håøy of KONGSBERG points out that Naxys fits well into the company's technology portfolio. "As a technology company and ocean space expert, we have dev...
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TriMet’s Banfield Type 1 Substation Replacement Project
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