PlanRadar Opens Chicago Office, Expands U.S. Operations
International Digital Field Management Platform Poised for Strategic Growth in U.S. Construction and Real Estate Market CHICAGO, Jan. 20, 2026 – PlanRadar, a leading platform for field management in construction, facility management and real estate projects, today announces the opening of its Chicago office as part of its continued expansion in the U.S. market. Driven by growing customer adoption across complex building and real estate projects, the new office strengthens the company’s ability...
Esri’s Custom Chart Builder Adopted by the Shom (French Hydrographic and Oceanographic Office) for Nautical Chart Production
Geospatial Solution for Safety-Critical Maritime Use Sets Global Benchmark for Chart AutomationREDLANDS, Calif. — Esri, the global leader in location intelligence, announced today that the Shom (French Hydrographic and Oceanographic Office) has officially adopted Custom Chart Builder (CCB) for automated production of all paper nautical charts. Following extensive testing and configuration, Shom confirmed that CCB-generated charts meet the stringent safety standards required by the French Navy, m...
Esri Releases New Book on Workflows for the Human Security and Geospatial Intelligence Field
Security First Is a Guide for Users of All Levels on Applying GIS Tools and Data to Safety and Sustainability ChallengesREDLANDS, California — Esri, the global leader in location intelligence, has published Security First: Geospatial Workflows for a Safe and Equitable World. Guiding readers through specific exercises and examples, the book demonstrates how GIS can be used to address significant world safety issues while building the technical skills required to work in the field of human securit...
Polyglass Highlights Resilient Roofing and Building Solutions at IBS 2026
Deerfield Beach, FL Polyglass U.S.A., Inc., a leading manufacturer of roofing and waterproofing systems, will exhibit at the 2026 International Builders’ Show (IBS), taking place February 17-19 in Orlando, Florida, at Booth W7459. At this year’s show, Polyglass will spotlight roofing and building solutions engineered for resilience against the elements, aligning with FORTIFIED building principles and the evolving demands of today’s residential construction.Engineered for Resilience Against the...
Zekelman Industries Appoints Meredith Peck as Chief Financial Officer
Peck to succeed Mike Graham following a planned transition period CHICAGO (January 19, 2026) — Zekelman Industries, the leading independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and a pioneer in integrated real estate development, today announced that Meredith Peck has been named its new Chief Financial Officer. Peck succeeds Mike Graham, who will retire on May 15, 2026 following a planned transition period.Peck brings more than 20 years of financial leadership experience to Zekelman...
ACE and EIC welcome Water Paper as step-change in delivery
Water White Paper: ACE & EIC CommentThe ACE and EIC have welcomed the publication of the Water White Paper and its focus on water infrastructure, environmental protection, and community resilience. Commenting, Kate Jennings, Chief Executive, Environmental Industries Commission said: “We welcome the Government’s Water White Paper and its focus on building a resilient, forward-looking water system. The priorities for our members have always been rapid delivery of long-term water planning, strong g...
Coke drum integrity project completed at major Canadian oil sands site
Eight coke drums were replaced ahead of schedule at oil sands mining operation in Fort McMurray.When it comes to equipment maintenance and facility shutdowns, particularly for the oil and gas sector, saving even a single day can result in significant cost reductions. Key to ensuring that a schedule is completed on time, or sometimes accelerated, is having the right planning, people and equipment in place. Mammoet supported a leading Canadian energy provider in Alberta’s oil sands since 1967, wi...
California Water Service Begins Water Infrastructure Upgrade, Continues Work to Improve Chico Water Quality, Supply
Cal Water began a new water infrastructure upgrade in central Chico this week, and in coming weeks, will continue installing treatment to meet the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s 2029 deadline to comply with a new National Primary Drinking Water Regulation for certain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).“This is going to be another busy year for our team as we remain focused on improving water quality, along with supply and system reliability for our customers’ everyday and emergen...
Origis Energy and Meta Partner on Landmark Texas Project
Greyhound A Solar project is part of Origis Energy’s fully subscribed ~1 GW energy infrastructure complex in West Texas.Miami, FL –– Origis Energy, one of America’s leading renewable energy and decarbonization platforms, and Meta have signed a long-term power purchase agreement for the Greyhound A Solar project in West Odessa, Texas. At 303 MWdc (240 MWac), the Greyhound A Solar project is expected to achieve commercial operations by mid-2026.The Greyhound A partnership between Origis Energy and...
Trinity Metro names new Vice President of Economic Development
(FORT WORTH, TEXAS) — Trinity Metro is pleased to announce the hiring of Mike Brennan as the agency’s new Vice President of Economic Development.Most recently serving as President of Near Southside, Inc., he has a wide array of experience in public/private development partnerships and capital improvement projects. Near Southside’s most visible signs of growth and progress are new construction projects of all types, each shaped by the award-winning form-based development code authored and spearhe...
Stormwater Interview with Robert Page, P.E., Vice President, HNTB
Santa Barbara County North Branch Jail Expansion
February Issue 2026
