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Industry Economist: Recovery Has Started, But Tough Times Still Ahead

Alisa Zevin

August 14, 2020

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ABC's Anirban Basu forecasts overall economic recovery in 2021, with construction lagging behind.

Coronavirus and Construction

Union Specialty Contractors Urged To Seek Additional Pay for Pandemic Costs

Richard Korman

August 14, 2020

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The case for change orders is framed as a matter of fairness based on new contractor group research.

study shows some face coverings ineffective

Coronavirus and construction masks

Study Claims Popular Face Covering Could Worsen Virus Spread

A bad review for versatile lightweight fleeces, buffs or gaiters

Richard Korman

August 14, 2020

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Known for helping limit face heat, thin buffs or gaiters may not be protective, researchers say.

Construction Materials

Homebuilders' Group Wants Trump to Act to Halt Lumber Price Surge

Tom Ichniowski

August 13, 2020

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NAHB seeks boost in U.S. lumber production, launch of new lumber trade talks with Canada.

Balfour Beatty Reports Loss Amid UK Recession

Peter Reina

August 13, 2020

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Loss is contractor's first in four years, with COVID-19 impacts causing 35% construction output drop in Britain this year.

US Energy Dept. Suspends $13B Hanford Nuke Waste Cleanup Award

Mary B. Powers

August 13, 2020

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DOE cites 'correction' in stalled Fluor-BWXT waste tank contract but is mum on details; move extends former AECOM unit's reach.

Coronavirus and Construction

Cooperation Is Key in COVID-Related Site Disputes, Lawyers Say

Long-Term Disruptions Seen in the Industry

Pam Radtke Russell

August 12, 2020

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Most owners, contractors and project teams are working amicably to resolve cost and scheduling issues, attorneys' group says.

Bridges

FIGG Bridge Engineers Sues to Block Federal Debarment

Richard Korman

August 12, 2020

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Engineering firm blamed for role in fatal 2018 Florida pedestrian span collapse fights back.

Md. Court Keeps Purple Line P3 Rail Project Team on Site In Long-Running Cost Dispute

Jim Parsons

Debra K. Rubin

August 12, 2020

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Following state suit, judge issues TRO to keep concession and builders working on $2B rail project through mid-Sept. as delay liability talks continue.

Canada Redirects Federal Funds to Fast-Track Stimulus Projects

Scott Van Voorhis

August 12, 2020

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Government carves 10% of $25B infrastructure program for school, health care and community projects with accelerated contracting; two provinces push new COVID-19 spending.