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After a Decade of Construction, New Underground Rail Service Along Wilshire Boulevard Marks Major Milestone for Transit Expansion in Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA — Skanska, a leading global construction and development firm, along with its joint venture partners, Traylor Brothers, Inc. and J.F. Shea Construction, celebrated the opening of Section 1 of the LA Metro Purple (D) Line Extension on May 8, 2026.  The Skanska Traylor Shea joint venture joined the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LA Metro), civic leaders, project partners and community stakeholders to celebrate the opening of the new underground transit extension serving communities along the Wilshire Corridor, and the wider region. Section 1 extends subway service west from the existing Wilshire/Western station through three new underground stations at Wilshire/La Brea, Wilshire/Fairfax and Wilshire/La Cienega. As the first segment of LA Metro’s broader expansion to Westwood, the project impr...

Jim Admiraal Transitions to Chief Revenue Officer Role, Strengthening Alignment Across Operations and Commercial Strategy  NEW YORK, NY — May 14, 2026   —  Synergi, an award-winning international team of engineers, fabricators, and installers of turnkey architectural stairs, announced the appointment of Steven Elsdon as Chief Executive Officer. Elsdon succeeds Jim Admiraal, who will transition into the role of Chief Revenue Officer.  Elsdon brings more than 25 Years of executive leadership experience building and scaling construction and engineered services business across North America, Europe, and Asia to the company. Most recently Steve led global construction services at Atkore, where he transformed the business from a regional operation, into a global platform through a combination of customer centric strategy, disciplined execution, and operational excellence. With deep expertise delivering engineering-driven solutions for complex commercial construction pr...

Deep cleaning is necessary before replacing the lining of sewer pipes. High-powered nozzles and chain cutters make pipe cleaning quick and efficient. Pipe lining has become a go-to solution for renewing aging sewer and storm lines without the disruption of open-cut excavation. By installing a new liner inside an existing pipe, crews can restore structural integrity, seal leaks, and extend service life while keeping streets, sidewalks, and landscapes largely untouched. But the success of that liner depends on what happens first. Liners are installed by inverting or pulling them into the host pipe and holding them tightly against the pipe wall with air or water pressure, while steam or hot water is used to cure the resin and form a new structural pipe within the existing one. However, blockages in the pipe formed by tree roots, hardened mineral scale, grease buildup, silt, and debris can interfere with this process. If a liner is installed over these obstructions, it cannot ...

New programme opens with $3 million in funding and dedicated mentorship to early-stage companies building on both open and proprietary platforms LONDON   —  Today at the  NXT BLD conference , founding partners NXT BLD and infrastructure engineering software company,  Bentley Systems, Incorporated  (Nasdaq: BSY), announced the launch of  NXT Activate , a developer-focused accelerator for early-stage companies building transformative software for the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) sectors. The accelerator will back startups that are creating applications to solve the industry’s most critical challenges by breaking down data silos and unlocking more efficient workflows from design through operation. The programme is uniquely designed to support startups, regardless of the technology they choose to build on. Whether a company is building on open standards, such as IFC or 3D Tiles, or leveraging proprietary platforms they are eligible for funding. This core p...

By Luke Carothers  Good marketing is hard to fake, and the campaigns that stand out usually solve a real problem.  They help firms recruit talent, strengthen client relationships, tell better project stories, or create visibility in a crowded market. The strongest MEA award entries tend to reflect this.  These campaigns are more than polished visuals.  They clearly explain the thinking, strategy, and results behind the work.  That’s part of the reason the Marketing Excellence Awards are evolving for 2026 with a new scoring model designed to create clear expectations for award-winning submissions.  Instead of entries being judged against one another, submissions are now evaluated against defined scoring thresholds for Platinum, Gold, and Honorable Mention .  This change creates more opportunities for strong work to be recognized regardless of firm size or marketing budget, while also making it easier to understand what the judges are actually l...

LEADING MEP engineering consultancy,  Wallace Whittle  has bolstered its services with the acquisition of utilities infrastructure consultancy firm Petrie Buchanan as part of its ambitious growth plans.   Founded in 2002, Petrie Buchanan is well established across the UK and provides multi-utility infrastructure design and management to housebuilders and developers, from planning to completion.   Adding a new but complementary service to Wallace Whittle’s national client base, Petrie Buchanan will maintain its own brand identity, operating under the Wallace Whittle group following the acquisition.   Managing director at Wallace Whittle, Allan McGill, said “This is a strategic move to ensure our current and future clients have an increased level of efficiency and quality when it comes to accessing the services they need throughout a project. Petrie Buchanan’s experience and relationships with utilities companie...

Wells, a leader in prefabricated building solutions across the United States, announces the appointment of Rob Orvis as Chief Technology Officer, reinforcing the company’s continued investment in technology leadership, operational excellence, and sustainable growth across the built community.  MAPLE GROVE, MN. — In this role, Orvis will lead Wells’ core technology organization, guiding enterprise systems, cybersecurity, and digital strategy to support daily operations and future expansion. His focus is on organizing and optimizing technology platforms to deliver meaningful value for team members while enabling Wells’ long-term growth journey.  Orvis joins Wells with more than eight years of experience in the building services industry, following earlier leadership roles in large-scale distribution environments. He brings a strong background in industry processes, prioritizing how technology supports execution, performance and scalable outcomes. A graduate of...