protect delicate marine environment From our international files comes Mammoet’s delivery of the very first batch of modularly constructed villas for Red Sea Global’s Sheybarah Island Resort. A total of four villas were loaded-in at the Port of Hamriyah, in Sharjah, and were shipped to the island be installed at the site. A new milestoneContinue reading “TAILOR-MADE LIFT SOLUTION”
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GRASS ROOTS…
First aid for mental health in the workplace improves overall worker safety Employers who tell their employees to ‘leave their personal problems at home’ may be contributing to a more hazardous workplace by increasing the risk of serious, even fatal, accidents on site. Stats NZ reports a significant increase in the proportion of people withContinue reading “GRASS ROOTS…”
PRINT POWER…
First on-site 3D printed California house Approximately 320km north of San Francisco, surrounded by national forests lies Redding with its population of 100,000. Redding is experiencing more than 100 fires per year. The Redding area got hit the worst in 2018 in the Carr fire, where 1,100 houses were lost to the fires, 270 ofContinue reading “PRINT POWER…”
GOLD STANDARD SEISMIC RESILIENCE…
Victoria Lane Apartments have been designed to withstand a 1-in-1000-year earthquake – 10-fold more than conventionally-built high-rise buildings. Construction is nearing completion on Willis Bond’s $140 million Victoria Lane Apartments, the first base-isolated apartment building to be constructed in Wellington, with residents expecting to start moving in in March. Victoria Lane Apartments was one ofContinue reading “GOLD STANDARD SEISMIC RESILIENCE…”
Simpro names Gary Specter as CEO to lead new era of growth
Renowned growth-driven leader appointed to guide Simpro to new heights DENVER, April 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Simpro, a leading total business management software for commercial and residential trade service businesses, is pleased to announce that the company’s Board of Directors has appointed Gary Specter as the company’s Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Specter brings over 30 years of leadershipContinue reading “Simpro names Gary Specter as CEO to lead new era of growth”
FUTURE FOCUS…
Sustainable design firm paves way for Auckland’s zero waste targets Global sustainable development consultancy Arup is targeting an ambitious sustainability accreditation for its new offices in Auckland’s historic Britomart, seeking to gain ‘Living Building Challenge’ certification. In taking on this challenge, Arup and its building partners were able to divert more than 99% of constructionContinue reading “FUTURE FOCUS…”
New ram raid protection solution hits NZ market
The ever-increasing number of ram-raids across New Zealand has inspired a Waikato company to develop an innovative solution to help NZ businesses guard against the criminal activity. Until now, cutting-edge technology company Qorox, has “been working on transforming the construction industry with 3D printed technology solutions”, providing a convenient and flexible alternative to traditional constructionContinue reading “New ram raid protection solution hits NZ market”
KIWIS DOING IT FIRST…
Passive solar home with 3D printed concrete walls opens in Auckland The first solar passive house in the world featuring 3D printed concrete opened its metaphorical doors to the public for the first time. The Huia house, built by Craft Homes and designed by architect Duncan Firth has extended an invite to architects, builders andContinue reading “KIWIS DOING IT FIRST…”
RISE OF THE PHOENIX…
Kiwi company targets an enduring New Zealand metals circular economy In a time of unprecedented supply chain disruption, Phoenix Metalman Recycling (PMR) has tripled its business footprint within 18 months to ensure the metals circular economy endures for a sustainable New Zealand. “We have the protection of Aotearoa New Zealand’s environment at the core ofContinue reading “RISE OF THE PHOENIX…”
WELLINGTON WATER AND MCCONNELL DOWELL….
Barber Grove to Seaview Wastewater Treatment Plant pipe duplication project Wellington Water and McConnell Dowell Constructors Ltd have partnered together in a key infrastructure project to strengthen the Hutt Valley’s wastewater network in preparation for future growth and to reduce the risk of wastewater entering the environment in the event of a major earthquake. AgeingContinue reading “WELLINGTON WATER AND MCCONNELL DOWELL….”
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