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USDOT issues $645 million in rural transportation grants
December 29th, 2023
The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) has awarded $645.3 million from the Rural Surface Transportation Grant or RSTG program to help communities complete transportation projects that will increase mobility, improve safety, and generate regional economic growth in rural areas of the country. Photo courtesy of the West Virginia Department of Transportation (WVDOT). This is the […]
Core & Main completes acquisition of Granite Water Works
December 28th, 2023
Core & Main Inc. has closed its previously announced acquisition of substantially all of the assets of Granite Water Works Inc., a provider of water, wastewater and storm drainage products in Minnesota. “Granite Water Works has firmly established itself as a trusted partner to contractors and municipalities in its community,” said Jack Schaller, president of […]
Duvaltex announces intention to restructure operations under Creditors Act
December 27th, 2023
Duvaltex, an office furniture textile manufacturer and protective textiles supplier, announced that it has sought protection under the Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act (CCAA) before the Superior Court of Québec in order to provide the company with time to restructure its finances, while continuing normal operations. The company has initiated a corresponding filing in the United […]
USDOT modal leaders discuss IIJA issues at hearing
December 27th, 2023
Leadership from U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) including heads of its highway and transit operating administrations shared their insights on the implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) recently during a House of Representatives Transportation and Infrastructure Committee hearing. The leaders testifying at the hearing – held by the House T&I Subcommittee on […]
Kabbani Construction Group and Concrete Canvas enter new sales partnership for the Saudi Arabian market
December 26th, 2023
Concrete Canvas Ltd. announces a groundbreaking partnership between Kabbani Construction Group (KCG) that it says is set to redefine the construction landscape in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). This exclusive partnership will offer a unique, patented product range of Geosynthetic Cementitious Composite Mats (GCCMs) to a number of market sectors in the KSA. Concrete Canvas Ltd., […]
Nebraska DOT deputy director receives national award
December 25th, 2023
The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) announces that Moe Jamshidi, NDOT deputy director of operations, has been awarded the Thomas H. MacDonald Memorial Award by the American Association of Highway Transportation Officials (AASHTO). Established in 1957, the Thomas H. MacDonald Memorial Award recognizes and honors the achievements of a state transportation professional who has provided […]
SEAMS joins Texworld NYC to amplify U.S.-based sourcing
December 22nd, 2023
Texworld NYC, a trade show for the textile and apparel industry, announced the expansion of its longstanding “Local Sourcing” feature area at the upcoming event Jan. 22-24, marking a significant milestone in the event’s commitment to addressing the escalating demand for reliable and innovative domestic sourcing choices. As part of an initiative to empower the […]
COMANCO revitalizes Land O’Lakes reject water pond
December 22nd, 2023
COMANCO recently revitalized a reject water pond in Land O’Lakes for Pasco County, Fla. Reject water ponds help protect the environment, ensure regulatory compliance, and enable the recovery of valuable resources. Proper design and management are crucial for water treatment processes’ success and sustainability. COMANCO has an agreement with Pasco County to inspect, repair, and […]
Gildan Activewear welcomes Chris Shackelton to board of directors
December 21st, 2023
Gildan Activewear Inc. announced a support agreement with Coliseum Capital Management LLC, pursuant to which Coliseum will support Gildan’s full slate of Board nominees at each of the 2024 and 2025 annual meetings of shareholders. In connection with the agreement, and after meeting with members of Gildan’s board of directors, Coliseum currently intends to make […]
California Boating Congress set for Sacramento
December 21st, 2023
California’s marine and boating industries are set to meet in Sacramento on March 12-13, 2024, to impact state legislators and regulators on issues facing marinas, boating, waterways and recreation. The 8th annual event brings together industry groups to hear from statewide leaders, policymakers, legislators, and more to gain a keen understanding on legislation and regulatory […]