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All eyes are focused on the negative effects the current coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has on the world. We want to give you a positive outlook and tell you about all the good things that still happen within the construction sector in these strange times.

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Construction in Tullamore, AUS - 05-14-2020 - 12:00 pm: Parkes Showground to receive a $102,183 makeover

Showgrounds at Parkes, Tullamore and Bedgerabong are set for welcome upgrades as part of the Federal Government's $20 million Regional Agricultural Show Development Grants program.

Construction in Sydney, AUS - 05-13-2020 - 11:00 am: Ryde Moves On $110m City Centre Development

City of Ryde’s redevelopment plans for a $110 million civic centre will move ahead following the appointment of Taylor Construction Group on the central development in Sydney’s northern suburbs.

Construction in Santa Fe (New Mexico), USA - 05-13-2020 - 08:30 am: Construction starts in New Mexico on 35K acres for wind farm

Construction has started on 35,000 acres of state trust land for the La Joya Wind Farm in New Mexico’s Torrance County. The project about 10 miles (16 kilometers) west of the Village of Encino includes a mix of private and state trust land.

Construction in St. John's, CA - 05-12-2020 - 14:30 pm: Approval of boutique hotel will improve eyesore of a parking garage, Breen says

St. John's city council has narrowly voted for final approval of a controversial plan to put a hotel on top of the Atlantic Place parking garage downtown, although Mayor Danny Breen says the value of the plan will prove itself through the years.

Construction in Sweihan, AE - 05-12-2020 - 11:00 am: World's largest CSP project on track progress despite Covid

Work on the 700MW concentrating solar power (CSP) plant being built for the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa) by NoorEnergy 1 is progressing as per schedule despite Covid-19 disruption, said the owner’s engineer Worley.

Construction 45km West of Melbourne, AUS - 05-11-2020 - 11:30 pm: Global Seafood Producer Taps Market for $65m Fish Farm

Danish seafood producer Aqua Partners is seeking out $65 million from new investors in order to develop an organic fish farm 45km west of Melbourne.

Construction in Sydney, AUS - 05-11-2020 - 10:00 am: Mirvac Resubmits Plans for $1.5bn Sydney CBD Tower

ASX-listed developer Mirvac has resubmitted plans for its $1 billion-plus premium office tower at 55 Pitt Street in the Sydney CBD. The Circular Quay tower, originally billed to provide up to 45,000sq m of commercial space, will now grow considerably to deliver approximately 60,000sq m of commercial and retail space.

Construction in British Columbia, CA - 05-11-2020 - 04:00 am: Construction of expanded Trans Mountain pipeline to begin soon in B.C.

Construction will soon ramp up on the expansion of the Trans Mountain oil export pipeline, including the installation of pipe in British Columbia where opposition to the project has been loudest. The multi-billion dollar project is owned by the federal government and will transport oil from Edmonton to the Vancouver area.

Construction in Kuwait - 05-10-2020 - 12:00 pm: Kuwait's KNPC readies housing project sites for expat workers

Kuwait National Petroleum Company (KNPC) has readied the land for the construction of the first of three temporary residential complexes being built in the country for 8,332 expatriate workers, reported Kuna.

Construction in Sterlin Park District (Illinois), USA- 05-09-2020 - 11:00 am: No pause in construction of Sterling dog park; Morrison group still fundraising

Dog parks planned for Thomas Park in Sterling and the old baseball diamond in Morrison are making progress despite the general slowdowns caused by the coronavirus pandemic. Dogwood Acres at Thomas Park is on track for completion in June, and Sterling Park District Executive Director Larry Schuldt anticipates construction picking up soon.

Construction in Shire of Mornington, AUS- 05-09-2020 - 09:00 am: Construction of Aquatic Centre continues despite Coronavirus challenge

Construction of Mornington Peninsula Shire’s milestone Aquatic Centre project is continuing to make progress and is on budget and on track for completion this year despite the ongoing challenges presented by the global Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

Construction in Manchester, UK - 05-09-2020 - 08:00 am: New arena in Manchester would begin to create thousands of jobs from September

The new 23,500 capacity arena, next to the Etihad Stadium, is currently going through the planning process and would deliver a £350m private investment to the city, hosting around 150 events a year.

Construction in Mount Carmel (Illinois), USA - 05-07-2020 - 14:30 pm: Council approves construction of five-bay hanger, assembling post-COVID-19 reopening taskforce

With COVID-19 deterring and capturing much of the council’s focus in a pandemic time, they started to turn to life post-COVID-19, mulling various projects for the city throughout the year, as well as discussing reopening plans potentially on June 1.

Construction in Spain - 05-07-2020 - 13:00 pm: Greenalia to get 22.5-MW Spanish wind farm online this June

Spanish forestry and energy group Greenalia SA (BME:GRN) has announced it will commission its 22.5-MW Ourol wind farm project this June so that the plant can start producing first MWh with the start of the summer.

Construction in Melbourne, AUS - 05-07-2020 - 10:30 am: Mirvac Lodges Plans for Melbourne Office Tower

Mirvac, one of the first companies to scrap its earnings guidance in the face of the coronavirus crisis, has underscored its faith in Melbourne's tight commercial market, lodging plans for a 31-storey office tower. The Cox Architecture-designed tower, at 383 La Trobe Street, will comprise 44,000sq m of A-Grade office space which will one day be home to as many as 4,000 people.

Construction in Los Angeles, USA - 05-06-2020 - 15:45 pm: Packaging distributor Uline leases 1.2 million square feet in Ontario

Uline Inc., a privately-held distributor of shipping, industrial and packaging materials, has leased a 1.2 million-square-foot building at the massive Ontario Ranch Logistics Center. Construction will begin in July with completion set for September 2021.

Construction in Cannock, UK - 05-06-2020 - 05:30 am: Cannock's McArthurGlen Designer Outlet still on course to open this autumn

Work on the eagerly-anticipated McArthurGlen Designer Outlet West Midlands is still on schedule - despite the coronavirus crisis. Dubbed the 'Bicester Village of the Midlands', the £160 million project in Cannock is due to open its doors to shoppers later this year.

Construction in Columbus (Atlanta), USA - 05-05-2020 - 23:45 pm: Pacelli Breaks Ground On Million Dollar Renovation

On Tuesday school officials broke ground on a $1.3 million renovation of Deimel Field. The all grass field where the football, soccer and baseball teams play their home games will be replaced by artificial turf.

Construction in Erda (Utah), USA - 05-05-2020 - 13:00 pm: Temple site developer releases plans for new community

Suburban Land Reserve, a tax-paying real estate investment affiliate of the Church has submitted plans to Tooele County for what they call a “walkable, sustainable, high-quality residential community” on 167 acres owned by the Church that sits northwest of the intersection of state Route 36 and Erda Way.

Construction on M1 Highway, AUS - 05-05-2020 - 11:00 am: Works begin on $1 billion Gold Coast road project

A $1 billion upgrade to the M1 Pacific Motorway on the Gold Coast has been fast-tracked to start now in a bid to bust congestion and create a jobs pipeline during the COVID-19 recovery. The upgrade will boost the capacity of the M1 from Varsity Lakes to Tugun, meaning there will be at least six lanes from Brisbane almost to the NSW border.

Construction in Sydney, AUS - 05-05-2020 - 10:30 am: Construction to Start on Macquarie Park’s Ivanhoe Estate

Up to 3300 new homes will be built in Sydney’s north west after the New South Wales government green-lit concept plans for Ivanhoe Estate in Macquarie Park as one it "shovel ready" projects. The announcement comes as part of the state government’s planning system acceleration program, which it describes, aims to keep the economy moving through Covid-19, announced last month.

Construction in Traverse City (Michigan), USA - 05-05-2020 - 10:00 am: Boardman Lake Trail Loop Construction Set For Summer

Construction on the next phase of the Boardman Lake Trail loop will begin this summer after Traverse City commissioners Monday approved a contract to build a new segment from Fourteenth Street to Northwestern Michigan College's University Center.

Construction in Sydney, AUS - 05-05-2020 - 10:00 am: Fast track for $2.2b development

The approval fast-track in NSW appears to be working, with a $2.2 billion redevelopment signed off almost immediately. Just days after the State Government announced it would fast-track certain assessments to boost the NSW economy and retain jobs during the COVID-19 crisis, it has given the green light to the Ivanhoe Estate at Macquarie Park, including over 3,000 new homes, a primary school and a town plaza.

Construction in York, UK - 05-05-2020 - 06:00 am: Guildhall redevelopment work continues through lockdown

WORK to redevelop York's Guildhall continues through the coronavirus pandemic. Contractors are working on the site alongside the River Ouse - following social distancing rules. Council leader Keith Aspden said it is essential that work continues on the £20m project, saying it will be key to the city's recovery from the lockdown.

Construction in Brisbane, AUS - 05-04-2020 - 12:00 pm: $1.1bn Runway Signals New Start for Brisbane Airport

The Covid-19 pandemic hasn't hindered progress on Australia's largest aviation construction project, with Brisbane Airport Corporation announcing the practical completion of its new

Construction in Solomon Islands, Oceania - 05-04-2020 - 08:00 am: Multipurpose Hall Upgrade Progressing Well

In Solomon Islands, the Honiara Multi-Purpose Hall upgrade continues, despite minor delays caused by COVID 19.

Construction in Ocean City (New Jersey), USA - 05-03-2020 - 11:00 pm: Sports & Civic Center Getting Facelift

By the end of 2020, Ocean City’s Sports & Civic Center at Sixth Street and the Boardwalk will be renovated. A new exterior, an addition and amenities are planned to create a more attractive space for athletic and other events, city officials said. On April 23, City Council approved a $3.2 million contract, the lowest out of six competing bids, to Capri Construction Co. Inc. based in Vineland.

Construction in Parramatta, AUS - 04-30-2020 - 12:00 pm: GPT Buys Three Sites in Parramatta for $75m

Diversified fund manager GPT Group has amalgamated a future development site on George Street in the heart of the Parramatta CBD for $75 million. The consolidated site covers about 2,871sq m, with the middle property previously being approved for a 28-storey hotel, originally set to house Marriott’s Four Point by Sheraton brand.

Construction in Orono (Maine), USA - 04-30-2020 - 06:45 am: UMaine breaks ground virtually on new engineering center

ORONO, Maine (AP) — The University of Maine plans to begin construction of its new $78 million engineering center in May.

Construction in Bozen, AT - 04-30-2020 - 00:45 am: Multiple Investments for Construction Projects

Bozen - Another 137 Million Euro are going towards civil engineering within the next few months. Regional council Alfreider was on site during times of corona.

Construction in Mayanmar, Birma - 04-29-2020 - 11:30 am: Construction of Dala Bridge to continue despite COVID-19

The Dala Bridge project will continue despite the spread of COVID-19, according to the Bridge and Road Department under the Ministry of Construction.

Construction in Warrington, GB - 04-29-2020 - 08:00 am: £212m bypass to tackle congestion scheduled to open in 2026

A £212.74 million bypass planned to tackle the town’s congestion misery is scheduled to open to traffic in 2026. Chief executive Steven Broomhead says officers are continuing with their work on the final business case – and confirmed the scheme is not facing delays despite the coronavirus pandemic shifting much of the authority’s focus elsewhere.

Construction in Mayanmar, Birma - 04-28-2020 - 15:00 pm: World Bank fast-tracks $50 million loan for Myanmar ICU upgrade

The World Bank has fast-tracked the approval of US$50 million in loan financing for the Myanmar COVID-19 Emergency Response Project, fast-tracked by its facility as part of global emergency support operations. The funds will be prioritised for the upgrading of Intensive Care Units (ICU) at selected hospitals including all eight central level hospitals and 43 sub-division level hospitals across all states and regions.

Construction South of Ortega Highway (California), USA - 04-27-2020 - 12:00 pm: South OC Water Reservoir, Dam Project Still Moving Forward

A water dam and reservoir under construction on land acquired from Rancho Mission Viejo has not been affected by the coronavirus pandemic, according to Santa Margarita Water District (SMWD) Deputy General Manager Don Bunts. The project is expected to wrap up in September. No one involved is believed to have fallen ill, and site workers already practice a degree of physical separation, Bunts said.

Construction in Sydney, AUS - 04-27-2020 - 10:30 am: Green Light for 57 Apartments in Sydney’s Norwest

Sekisui House will move forward with its billion-dollar plans in Sydney’s Norwest after receiving development approval from the Hills Shire council for stage two of its masterplan.

Construction in Putnam (Connecticut), USA - 04-26-2020 - 15:45 pm: Putnam moving forward with $19.9M municipal center

The coronavirus pandemic isn’t getting in the way of Putnam’s plans to start construction on its new $19.9 million municipal center later this spring.

Construction in Summerville (South Carolina), USA - 04-25-2020 - 10:00 am: Sizable spec industrial building being built near Summerville

Vertical construction has begun on a 190,000-square-foot industrial building beside Interstate 26 on the edge of metropolitan Charleston.

Construction in Maryborough, AUS - 04-24-2020 - 12:00 pm: Construction kicks off at new $60m Queensland munitions plant

Rheinmetall NIOA Munitions (RNM) has begun construction of its shell forging plant, boosting confidence in the Fraser Coast economy as it grapples with the coronavirus pandemic slowdown.

Construction in China - 04-24-2020 - 11:00 am: China's Sinovac amps up COVID-19 vaccine work with new facility backed by Chinese government

Chinese biotech Sinovac, one of many drugmakers seeking a COVID-19 vaccine, is leveraging aid from the People's Republic of China to help it cross the finish line. But first, Sinovac will have to build out a massive new facility on the government's dime.

Construction in Waimea (Tasman), NZ - 04-20-2020 - 16:00 pm: Tasman District Council asks for $32.6m from Government for Waimea dam project

Tasman District Council has asked the Government for $32.6 million in funding for the Waimea dam project in Lee Valley. That total includes $13m to meet estimated costs of the coronavirus lockdown and accelerate the construction of the dam, $10m to help offset additional costs due to an earlier $25m budget blowout and $9.6m for a hydro power station and associated infrastructure.

Construction in Santa Rosa (California), USA - 04-19-2020 - 16:30 pm: Fast-track $30 million terminal expansion project

An influx of federal funding is expected to deliver the $30 million expansion of the terminal at Charles M. Schulz-Sonoma County Airport almost a year ahead of schedule despite the sudden downturn in global air travel.

News Article - 04-19-2020 - 18:00 pm: South Korean electronic firms stick to 2020 plans

The South Korean electronics sector is continuing to push through its original plans of business investment and expansion for 2020 despite the uncertainty cast by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Construction in California, USA - 04-15-2020 - 16:00 pm: California approves $600m in bonds for high-speed rail project

The US state of California has approved the allocation of $600m in tax-exempt bonds for Virgin Train USA’s XpressWest, a proposed high-speed rail project.

Construction in Timaru, New Zealand - 04-15-2020 - 12:20 pm: Progress on Timaru's Showgrounds Hill site ongoing, says developer

The company behind a proposal to undertake a major development on Timaru's vacant Showgrounds Hill site says it is still pushing ahead with the project despite the Covid-19 pandemic. Redwood Qt Limited chairman Tony Gapes said the Covid-19 lockdown had not affected the progress of the proposed $90 million development which was ongoing.

Construction in Chicago, USA - 04-13-2020 - 3:40 pm: Salesforce Tower construction starts in Chicago

Salesforce Tower lands $500 million-plus loan; construction of 60-story office building kicks off along Chicago River despite coronavirus slowdown

Construction in Gawler, South Australia - 04-13-2020 - 12 pm: Seppeltsfield to open 6-star luxury hotel

Tourism in the Barossa Valley is set to receive a massive boost with the announcement that Seppeltsfield is adding an AUD $50 million 6-star luxury hotel. The hotel, to be run by a luxury hotel operator as yet unknown, will be 12 floors high and situated amid the vines on Seppeltsfield’s 100+-year-old contour block, The Great Terraced Vineyard, with commanding views of the valley. On top will be a sky bar with 360-degree views.

Construction in Lethbridge, Canada - 04-07-2020 - 11 am: City to go ahead with CIP projects as scheduled

City council voted against suspending funding for two previously approved Capital Improvement Plan projects, meaning the projects will begin construction this summer as scheduled.

Construction in Solihull, UK - 04-07-2020 - 8:30 am: What Covid-19 means for long-awaited Kingshurst Parade plan

Solihull's regeneration chiefs are "confident" that a long-awaited project to replace a run-down shopping precinct will not suffer further delays because of coronavirus. The council has said that it is still proposing to submit the outline planning application to redevelop the ageing Kingshurst Parade this summer.

Construction in Haridwar, India - 04-06-2020 - 2 pm: MCH approves 70-acre land proposal for COVID-19 hospital

The Municipal Corporation of Haridwar (MCH) had approved 25 acres land for construction of the medical college recently approved by the Central Government. However, as this land was not adequate to build a hospital dedicated to the treatment of COVID-19 patients, the MCH has approved a proposal to facilitate 70-acre land to incorporate this facility.

Construction in Hwange, Zimbabwe - 04-06-2020 - 12:15 am: Hwange Power Station expansion on schedule

Work on the US$1,4 billion Hwange Power Station expansion to add 600MW to the national grid is now almost 40 percent complete and on course for coming on stream in October next year as planned.

Construction in Monaro Region (NSW), Australia - 04-05-2020 - 3 pm: Next stage of Snowy 2.0 gets green light

More than 150 new jobs will be created and $55 million injected into regional NSW, as the NSW Government gives the go-ahead for the construction of the Snowy Hydro Segment Factory – the next crucial stage of the Snowy 2.0 expansion. “These opportunities couldn’t come at a better time with many in our community facing unexpected unemployment due to the COVID-19 pandemic.”

Construction in Nassau, The Bahamas - 04-01-2020 - 1:30 pm: $300m Baha Mar water park to complete 2021

Baha Mar’s $300m water-based theme park remains in schedule to be completed next year despite the COVID-19 enforced construction suspension, its president revealed yesterday.

Construction in New York, USA - 03-31-2020 - 4:45 pm: Army Corp of Engineers awards $50M to boost hospital capacity at Stony Brook

"The Army Corps of Engineers has awarded $50 million to treat more people at Stony Brook University Hospital. The move is a part of a joint federal-local effort to increase the number of hospital beds, reduce the strain of the outbreak on medical facilities. Construction is expected to be completed by April 18."

Construction in Rauma, Finland - 03-31-2020 - 12 pm: Metsä Group to build €200m sawmill

Construction on the sawmill is planned to commence in spring of 2020 with completion scheduled in the third quarter of 2022. However, the company noted that the planned timing for the sawmill could be impacted due to the ongoing coronavirus outbreak.

Construction in Springfield (Massachusetts), USA - 03-31-2020 - 12 pm: Major renovation of historic Indian Motocycle building in Springfield eyes summer completion

As the coronavirus creates havoc, the $32 million renovation of the Indian Motocycle Apartments at Mason Square marches on, slated for completion this summer after many years of anticipation.

Construction in Manchester, GB - 03-29-2020 - 12:30 pm: Manchester Central Is Transforming Into A Hospital During The Coronavirus Pandemic

The facility will be able to hold approximately 1,000 patients if required and will serve the entire North West region during the pandemic. Confirming in a tweet following a press conference with NHS chief executive Sir Simon Stevens, BBC North West said it “will be staffed by armed forces personnel” and is due to open mid-April.

Construction in York, GB - 03-27-2020 - 6:30 am: Construction work continues at city centre project

"Construction work continues on a major project in York - as questions were raised over whether construction work should be halted on sites across the country in response to the coronavirus outbreak.
Work is continuing on-site at the Hudson Quarter development on Toft Green - a £35m project set to provide 127 luxury apartments, 35,000 sq ft of Grade-A office accommodation and commercial space."

Construction in Buffalo (New York), USA - 03-26-2020 - 3:45 pm: Tesla CEO Elon Musk vows to make ventilators at Buffalo plant that got $750M state subsidy

"New York invested $750 million to help build a solar-panel plant in Buffalo. Now the plant might prove helpful in the fight against coronavirus. Tesla CEO Elon Musk said the company's solar factory hopes to begin to make ventilators as soon as possible at the sprawling Riverbend plant that has struggled for years to meet the state's lofty expectations. "Giga New York will reopen for ventilator production as soon as humanly possible," Musk tweeted Wednesday afternoon. "We will do anything in our power to help the citizens of New York."

Construction in San Rafael (California), USA - 03-25-2020 - 4:45 pm: Council has approved a plan to build 67 low-income apartments

The San Rafael City Council has approved a plan to build 67 low-income apartments, a senior centre and two four-story office buildings on a 3-acre downtown lot... The council’s vote to approve the project on Monday came during a council meeting that the public was banned from attending in person due to the statewide shelter-in-place order aimed at curbing the spread of the new coronavirus.

Construction in Manchester, GB - 03-24-2020 - 4:30 pm: Manchester’s Citylabs receives green light for campus expansion

The £35m expansion of Manchester’s health innovation campus Citylabs has received green light following the approval of the recently submitted planning application. The new development will grow the existing Citylabs campus by 125,000ft². The expansion is a collaboration between Manchester Science Partnerships (MSP) and Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) on behalf of Bruntwood SciTech.

Construction in Ibri, Oman - 03-24-2020 - 2:30 pm: Financial Close Achieved For The Largest Solar Photovoltaic Power Plant In Oman

BMW is forging ahead with construction of its €1bn in Debrecen, 225 km east of Budapest, Népszava reported over the weekend.

Construction in Debrecen, Hungary - 03-24-2020 - 11:20 am: BMW to continue developing €1bn Debrecen plant

“We are pleased to achieve a successful closing of yet another financing in Oman which is a key country for ACWA Power’s operations in Middle East. Achievement of this milestone together with our partners – co-shareholders, contractors and the bank group consisting of international and local banks - notwithstanding the trying financial and macroeconomic challenges prevalent the world over resulting from the COVID-19 outbreak demonstrates our structuring capabilities, the resilience of our long-lasting partnerships and our commitment to OPWP.

Construction in Saskatoon (Saskatchewan), CA - 03-24-2020 - 12:30 pm: Buckwold Bridge enters final stage of construction despite COVID-19

"Safety for our crews and for residents is our number one priority during this project. Strict worksite restrictions, social distancing, and other precautionary medical measures will be in place to protect both construction crews and residents and to mitigate the spread of the COVID-19 virus, ..."

Construction in Sevenoaks, GB - 03-23-2020 - 5 pm: Sevenoaks council says new Swanley leisure center to go ahead despite outbreak

"Although Tuesday’s meeting is no longer proceeding... the council remains committed to ensuring residents benefit from this significant investment in Swanley and its delivery remains a priority.” The major development has been split into three phases, starting with the construction of the new leisure center, still scheduled to begin this May, followed by the creation of a new build and car park by May 2022.

Construction in Athens (Georgia), USA - 03-23-2020 - 5 pm: Construction on Georgia football facility project remains

Construction on a new football operations center as part of the Butts-Mehre expansion and renovation is ongoing. DPR Construction, the company that employs the workers, said activity at the site continued on Monday, March 23. The $80 million project will add an expanded weight room, coaches’ offices, a locker room, meeting rooms and a sports medicine facility. “Based on the guidelines set by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), we have taken extra measures to support prevention and to help keep our workers and trade partners safe…” says Chris Bontrager, DPR’s business unit leader in Atlanta.

Construction on S. Beltway (Nebraska), USA - 03-23-2020 - 3:45 pm: South Beltway construction continues

Construction is still expected for the Lincoln South Beltway, even though financing may not go as originally planned.

Construction in Kenya, East Africa - 03-23-2020 - 3 pm: US $78m Disease research center to be built in Kenya

The Cabinet revealed the plans and said that the centre will position Kenya as a regional and continental hub in medical research and disease control and also give the country a head start in combating medical issues such as the coronavirus pandemic.

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