Natural Gas Demand Sparks the Largest U.S. Pipeline Build-Out Since 2008
SummaryStrong underlying demand for natural gas is accelerating pipeline construction in the United States with the greatest capacity addition since the peak of the last shale gas boom in 2008. There are 12 projects for new and expanded natural gas pipelines set to be completed in 2026 in Texas, Louisiana, and Oklahoma. The added combined capacity of these projects will be approximately 18 billion cubic feet per day (Bcf/d), which exceeds Canada's total daily natural gas consumption.Key highligh...
Swiss Steel Group once again secures top “A” score in CDP rating
Swiss Steel Group has been awarded the highest rating, “A,” in CDP’s annual sustainability assessment for climate change for the second consecutive year. This distinction, conferred by the internationally recognized non-profit organization CDP, underscores the Group’s continued commitment to climate action and sustainable business practices. This achievement reinforces Swiss Steel Group’s position as a leader in corporate transparency and action on climate change, standing out from nearly 22,100...
Exodigo Debuts Underground Intelligence Innovation With Israel Railways at CES to Improve Rail Infrastructure
AI-Powered Remote Sensing Platform for Rail Removes Risks, Cuts Costs, Minimizes Project Delays and Avoids Passenger Disruptions LAS VEGAS — Exodigo, the artificial intelligence (AI) and multi-sensing innovator modernizing underground data intelligence, today announced the successful development and deployment of an advanced underground intelligence system specifically designed for rail infrastructure projects. At the 2026 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES 2026) in Las Vegas, the com...
Flir at CES 2026: Detecting the Undetectable and Predicting the Unpredictable
Visitors to the world’s most powerful tech event will discover how the latest thermal camera advances from Flir take condition monitoring to new levels of capability and ease of use.At CES 2026 in Las Vegas, demonstrations of Flir’s next-generation iXX-Series app-enabled thermal cameras will outline how users can transform electrical and mechanical inspections across manufacturing, industrial, commercial, datacenter, and utility environments. In combination with Flir Assetlink browser-based soft...
New EFFC/DFI Climate Adaptation & Resilience Guide Released
Hawthorne, N.J.: DFI’s Sustainability Committee continues working with EFFC’s (European Federation of Foundation Contractors) Sustainability Working Group to develop a series of guides addressing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) that are most relevant to the geoindustry.The latest guide, EFFC/DFI Sustainability Guide No.3: Climate Adaptation & Resilience, focuses on climate adaptation and resilience to address SDGs 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) and 13 (Climate Ac...
Darren Reed appointed Chair of ACE's Large Consultancy Advisory Council
Key appointment supports ACE’s strategic priorities for the consultancy sectorThe Association for Consultancy and Engineering (ACE) has announced Darren Reed has become Chair of its Large Consultancy Advisory Council.Darren Reed is Executive Managing Director for Transport and Infrastructure, UK and Ireland at WSP, and brings more than 25 years’ experience delivering complex, multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects across rail, roads and aviation. He currently leads a team of approximately 3,...
Solar hydrogen can now be produced efficiently without the scarce metal platinum
A green advance | A research breakthrough opens up for efficient hydrogen production from solar energy – without using the scarce metal platinum. In a reactor at a chemistry laboratory at Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden, bubbles of hydrogen gas can be easily seen with the naked eye as they form – showing that photocatalysis is happening efficiently. Image: Chalmers University of Technology | Mia Halleröd PalmgrenA research team led by Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden, have pre...
STV Names Natasha Avanessians Chief of Staff; Kristen Van Gilst Transitions to New Leadership Role
Natasha Avanessians (on the left) & Kristen Van Gilst, PMP, CCM (on the right) NEW YORK, NY – STV today announced the appointment of Natasha Avanessians as chief of staff to the CEO. The firm also announced that Kristen Van Gilst, PMP, CCM, who previously served as chief of staff, will transition into a new role as deputy operations director. “Natasha brings strategic insight and operational rigor that will strengthen how we execute at the enterprise level,” said Greg Kelly, president and CEO of...
Outstanding Precast Concrete Projects Honored with PCI Design Awards
CHICAGO, January 8, 2026 – San Francisco’s tallest affordable housing project, a striking addition to the skyline in Detroit, Mich., and a bridge providing a vital link in Philadelphia, Pa., are just a few of the compelling precast concrete projects that received 2026 PCI Design Awards, presented by the Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute. Now in its 63rd year, the PCI Design Awards recognize the most creative and innovative uses of precast concrete. Panels of engineers, architects, and pre...
South Carolina Department of Transportation and Horry County select Stantec to lead design of $840 million SC 90 road widening project
Significant infrastructure investment will improve mobility in one of South Carolina’s fastest-growing regionsStantec, a global leader in sustainable design and engineering, has been selected to lead the design for the SC 90 East Cox Ferry Road widening project, led by the South Carolina Department of Transportation and Horry County. The project will widen approximately 23 miles of roadway and will expand the corridor from two lanes to five. The expansion efforts will also introduce new sidewalk...
Stormwater Interview with Robert Page, P.E., Vice President, HNTB
Santa Barbara County North Branch Jail Expansion
February Issue 2026
