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Infrastructure Projects to Watch in Canada, the UK and Dubai

Here we summarise some of the most interesting new and recently awarded civil engineering, aviation and rail infrastructure projects that are happening in 2025 in Toronto and Vancouver in Canada, in the UK and in Dubai. …

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The Evolution of Architecture Across the Middle East

It was 20 years ago when I first arrived in the Emirate and the architecture in the Middle East has undergone a fascinating transformation in the past two decades. It reflects a blend of tradition, innovation and modern and is a hotbed of creativity and growth, attracting architects from around the world to contribute to its skyline.…

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Pivotal Roles in Building and Infrastructure Projects in Dubai

In the dynamic construction industry of the United Arab Emirates or UAE, major building and infrastructure projects require meticulous planning and co-ordination to ensure timely delivery, cost-effectiveness and quality standards.…

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Finding the Right Talent for Your New Dubai Business Setup

Dubai's fast-paced economy, unique business culture, and strategic geographical location make it an attractive hub for foreign companies to come and establish an office. However, the challenge of finding the right talent that not only understands the local environment but can also bring global best practices, cannot be underestimated.…

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The Excitement Is Building In Dubai (Once Again!)

Take a look at the insatiable appetite for development which Dubai and the rest of the UAE appears to have, once again, in spades! (excuse the pun). Also, some exciting new construction jobs in the Middle East which the Maxim Recruitment Team is currently working hard to fill.…

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Industry News

VDMA updates concrete pump manual

European trade association the VDMA has revised its safety manual for concrete delivery and placing machines.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 11 August, 07:46

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Endurance picks Multiplex for London tower

Endurance Land, part of Nan Fung Group, has appointed Multiplex as main contractor for its 36-storey 99 City Road office tower, designed by Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates, with structural engineers AKT II, and Arup consulting on MEP and sustainability.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 11 August, 07:39

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Kimpton wins City of Liverpool College contract

Kimpton has been awarded the mechanical and electrical engineering contract at The City of Liverpool College following a competitive tender process, aided in part by its hosting a number of students on T-Level placements.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 11 August, 07:30

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Len Smith & Son fined over roof fall

Northumberland contractor Len Smith & Son Building Contractors Limited has been fined £20,000 after a bricklayer stepped on to a fragile roof, falling eight feet onto concrete and breaking two vertebrae. HSE found the company had no safe system of work for the activity being undertaken.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 11 August, 07:23

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Vinci margins up in UK

The UK division of France's Vinci Construction has reported margins up 3.6% for the year in 2025, on revenues of £2.7bn. Asphalt division Eurovia saw the strongest growth, followed by civil engineers Taylor Woodrow.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 11 August, 07:14

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