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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

Finning buys John F Hunt Power Group

Finning UK & Ireland has acquired generator rental company John F Hunt Power Group, along with new and secondhand equipment dealer Morris Machinery.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 1 October, 01:20

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Hampton Bridge lifted into place

The main span of the Moxon Architects-designed 210m Hampton Bridge, part of a planned all weather active travel route over the Evesham flood plain, has been lifted into place.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 1 October, 07:46

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Frankham makes three new hires

Consultancy Frankham has made three new hires, with Richard West joining as CFO, Rob Hesmondalgh as CTO, and Dan Quinn as director of fire at the group's risk management business.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 1 October, 07:34

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Tilbury Douglas finishes school early

Tilbury Douglas has completed construction of Peterchurch Primary School for Herefordshire Council, three weeks ahead of programme.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 1 October, 07:21

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Topping out for Cambridge's Dirac building

VolkerFitzpatrick has hosted a topping out ceremony with St John's College Cambridge at the Dirac building, as the new office's structural frame reaches completion.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 1 October, 07:15

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