An alarming instance of corruption has come to light involving several contractors and companies who were allegedly paid over N167 billion by 31 Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) in Nigeria for various projects that were never executed. This situation came to public attention through the
In an industry often burdened by inefficiency and slow project turnarounds, the rising prominence of modular construction offers a tantalizing promise of innovation. This promise has compelled San Francisco-based builder Webcor to launch Webcor Ventures, which has made its inaugural investment by
The 10th anniversary of National Apprenticeship Week, observed from November 17-23, 2023, marked a significant milestone in celebrating and promoting apprenticeship programs across the nation. Organized by the U.S. Department of Labor, the event saw participation in a staggering 2,200 events held
Telangana is currently grappling with a severe shortage of essential electrical equipment within its state-run power distribution companies (Discoms), causing significant delays for both contractors and consumers alike. This acute scarcity impacts the provision of new electricity connections and
In a notable move to address the gender disparity in the construction industry, the Massachusetts Associated General Contractors (AGC) have initiated a mentorship program called Build Her Mentorship. The program, which commenced in September and will run until June of the following year, aims to
The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) is set to enforce its Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Program, commencing December 16. This initiative aims to bolster the defense industrial base's cybersecurity standards by codifying the CMMC requirements and assessment processes.
