The Associated General Contractors of America is taking legal action to maintain its right to represent member interests in Indiana, fighting to preserve associational standing in court. The case centers on the AGC's ability to advocate on behalf of its construction member companies in state legal proceedings.
An OpenAI executive has joined Clayco's board of directors, signaling growing influence of artificial intelligence leadership in construction companies. Owen-Ames-Kimball continues its tradition of bringing on summer interns as part of ongoing workforce development efforts.
Congressman Dale Strong visited an AGC construction project to observe ongoing work and engage with the construction industry. The tour highlights the intersection of political leadership and construction sector operations.
Deaths and fatality rates among building construction workers have risen over a 13-year period, according to new data from CPWR – The Center for Construction Research and Training. The analysis highlights a troubling trend in workplace safety within the construction industry.
Reservoir has acquired Contain, an agriculture finance platform, to expand its portfolio of agtech startups. Contain's founder Nicola Kerslake will join Reservoir as a general partner to help scale AI-driven agricultural technology companies.
The Federal Railroad Administration finalized new amendments to training and qualification rules for railroad safety employees, clarifying existing requirements and removing outdated provisions. The FRA is also considering whether to revoke its dispatcher certification mandate as part of the regulatory update.
FAULHABER introduced new GPT gearheads that deliver increased torque and power output while maintaining a compact footprint compatible with their standard motor lineup. The gearheads are designed to reduce noise levels and improve overall performance for construction equipment and machinery applications.
ConstructConnect® Project Intelligence addresses four common objections contractors have about adopting the platform: setup complexity, late project discovery, limited differentiation from bidders lists, and the learning curve. According to the vendor, each concern has practical solutions and doesn't significantly impede adoption when examined closely.
A two-year trial of a four-day workweek across 15 Australian companies showed strong results, with 14 of the 15 employers maintaining the 100:80:100 model where workers receive full pay for 80% of normal hours. The successful trial demonstrates that compressed workweeks can be viable for construction and other industries without sacrificing productivity or worker compensation.
Mid-year 2026 marks the shift from planning to evaluation as construction teams assess which strategies and field practices are delivering real results. This is when initial projections meet reality, forcing teams to adjust their approaches based on actual project performance.
Agility Robotics is going public through a merger with Churchill Capital Corp XI, raising $620 million to fund development and production of its Digit v5 humanoid robot. The capital infusion will help the company meet growing customer demand for its robotics solutions in construction and logistics.
A Dallas-based sport-court company founder has spent decades donating his construction expertise to philanthropic projects, and his work is now receiving international recognition through World Cup spotlight. His efforts demonstrate how construction skills and resources can be leveraged for community impact on a global stage.
Mantis Robotics has introduced a dual-arm robot that operates without safety fencing, enabling more flexible automation setups in complex job sites. The fenceless design allows contractors to deploy robotic systems in tighter spaces and reconfigure them more easily for different tasks.
The Sanjay Mortimer RepRap Festival will take place March 6–7, 2027 at Manchester Metropolitan University's Dalton Building. The event, organized by the Sanjay Mortimer Foundation, brings together engineers and focuses on additive manufacturing technology while supporting neurodivergent young people in STEM fields.
ARM's Drew Henry explores how physical AI and robotics are being engineered to handle real-world construction constraints and unpredictable job site conditions. The discussion covers autonomous systems designed for practical deployment in field operations where reliability and adaptability are critical.
A court has vacated key provisions of the Davis-Bacon Rule, which mandates prevailing wage requirements for federal construction projects. This decision could significantly impact labor costs and wage standards on government-funded construction work.
ExRobotics has released the ExR-2.5 inspection robot, which carries UL certification for safe operation in explosive and hazardous environments across North America. The certified robot enables safer inspections in dangerous conditions where human workers face significant risks.
Construction employment grew in 30 states and Washington D.C. over the year from May 2025 to May 2026, showing sustained job creation across the sector. Month-over-month, 23 states plus D.C. added construction jobs between April and May, indicating continued positive momentum in the labor market.
Vention is partnering with FANUC and Universal Robots to simplify how manufacturers design and deploy industrial and collaborative robots on job sites. The collaboration aims to make software-defined automation more accessible and easier to implement for construction and manufacturing operations.
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani signed an Executive Order on June 22 requiring heat illness prevention plans for city employees and contractors working in New York City. The order includes development of heat safety guidance applicable to all workers in the city.
CreateMe has partnered with Avalo and Laguna Fabrics to develop faster and more localized apparel production methods that strengthen supply chain resilience. The collaboration demonstrates how manufacturing can be brought closer to end markets while reducing dependencies on distant suppliers.
The EPA is advancing efforts to replace animal testing with alternative methods for evaluating the safety of industrial chemicals. This shift aims to make safety assessments more transparent while protecting worker health and reducing reliance on animal testing.
Specialty subcontractors are shifting from waiting to respond to problems toward preventing them by using data visibility tools that connect field operations to office management in real time. Better communication between job sites and back office enables teams to catch issues early, improve coordination, and make faster decisions.
The American Transportation Research Institute is surveying truckers and motor carriers to gather feedback on onboard safety technologies used in vehicles. The research aims to understand how drivers and fleet operators perceive and interact with these safety systems.