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Webuild wins $4.7 billion contract to deliver NEOM's Trojena artificial lake

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Italian contractor Webuild has won a $4.7 The contract calls for the construction of three dams and an artificial lake feature plus a new structure called the Bow that will house its 3,600-guest hotel and residences, complimenting a ski resort and network of experiential nature areas and wildlife reserves. The roughly 1.7-mile-long

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Construction Contracts: What to Know About Estimates vs. Bids

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Embarking on a remodeling or construction project is a significant undertaking that requires careful planning and decision-making. One of the most crucial decisions homeowners face is how to structure the contract with their contractor.

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BESIX and Boskalis awarded $800 million contract for first phase of Port of NEOM development

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Belgian-French construction group BESIX and Dutch dredging and heavylift company Boskalis have been announced as the first European contractors to be awarded a design and build lump sum contract by NEOM to work on the first phase of development for the Port of NEOM project.

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Golden Gate Bridge finally installs anti-suicide nets after years of delay

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Construction of the lingering suicide prevention upgrades is wrapping up on the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco. The project's long road to culmination was covered by the New York Times recently as contractors work to finish installing the netting system, which was more than 80% in place as of September.

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China will build replacement for Gensler soccer stadium design in Guangzhou following Evergrande debt scramble

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Chinese state-owned construction contractor will build China’s largest soccer park in Guangzhou on the site where struggling Chinese property developer China Evergrande Group was supposed to build its soccer stadium. The site was originally meant for a 100,000-seat stadium designed by Gensler.

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Everything Construction Contractors Need to Know About Surety Bonds

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Contractor’s Guide to Construction Bonds. As a construction contractor, you will likely encounter several different types of surety bonds. Certain types of construction bonds also protect suppliers and subcontractors and ensure that they will be paid for their work and supplies on projects.

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4 Ways Contractors Can Upgrade Their Building And Construction Skills

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Construction has become an essential service for individuals and companies in recent years. Whether it’s about building real estate property, a wooden structure, a dam, or other structures, the construction industry is there to handle these projects. Moreover, the construction sector has contributed significantly to economic growth.