A jury awarded $5 million to a Black Cemex driver with a congenital hearing condition who experienced persistent workplace harassment and discrimination. The case highlights serious compliance failures in how the company handled disability and race bias complaints from its workforce.
The data reveals which excavator models are leading the market in 2025 for both new and used equipment, based on financing activity and auction prices. Understanding these trends helps contractors make informed purchasing decisions and track equipment value retention.
Falls remain the leading cause of construction worker fatalities despite being largely preventable. Proper safeguards and prevention measures can significantly reduce fall-related injuries and deaths on job sites.
Construction projects today demand scheduling software that's realistic, collaborative, and adaptable to constant changes. Modern complexity—from remote teams and compressed timelines to supply chain disruptions—makes traditional scheduling approaches increasingly ineffective.
Liebherr is introducing three new K Series cranes to the U.S. market equipped with five new intelligent assistance systems designed to improve crane operation. These automation systems represent the company's focus on modernizing crane technology for construction jobsites.
Oil price increases drove construction input costs up 18% at an annualized rate during the first quarter of the year. Builders should expect higher material expenses to continue as energy costs remain elevated.
The system automatically controls bucket and boom to achieve accurate digging from a 3D model of the jobsite.
Construction faces ongoing challenges from rising material costs and workforce shortages in 2026, with alternative insurance options emerging as a potential solution to cover industry gaps. Builders should evaluate specialized coverage options to manage these persistent operational risks.
Kubota is investing $30 million in a new Kansas test center to accelerate development and expand its construction equipment lineup. The facility will enable faster testing and validation of new equipment designs.
Construction firms need to improve communication practices by addressing problems early and openly to prevent minor issues from becoming costly delays. Better communication culture across project teams is essential for preventing project complications.
Telematics data helps contractors make smarter equipment purchasing decisions by showing exactly which machines they need, how frequently they'll use them, and optimal maintenance schedules. This approach lets you right-size your fleet and maximize asset value without tying up capital in underutilized equipment.
Boston Dynamics said Google DeepMind's Gemini will bring better reasoning and adaptability to AIVI-Learning. The post Boston Dynamics and Google Deepmind are using Gemini to make Spot smarter appeared first on The Robot Report .
Lane Construction secured a $582 million contract to build express lanes as part of Florida's Moving I-4 Forward program, the state's largest infrastructure initiative. The Charlotte-based contractor will deliver a major component of this critical interstate modernization project.
Ouster's ED X Nano camera mounts directly onto robotic wrists and end-of-arm tooling, where every millimeter matters. The post Ouster releases Stereolabs ZED X Nano wrist-mounted camera appeared first on The Robot Report .
Construction materials prices jumped in March and are now 4.8% higher year-over-year, marking the largest annual increase since January 2023. Rising oil prices are a key driver behind the surge in material costs.
Construction workers face disproportionately high mental health challenges, with 83% reporting struggles in the workplace. The industry needs new leadership approaches that prioritize worker mental health and well-being.
The money will fund safety-focused infrastructure projects and initiatives across the U.S.
Texas A&M is breaking ground on a $226 million Semiconductor Institute building to develop semiconductor research and education programs. The project is funded through the Texas CHIPS Act, a 2023 state initiative designed to attract semiconductor investment and strengthen industry workforce development.
Caterpillar has upgraded its AP1000 and AP1055 pavers with improved maintenance access and new quick-change Smooth SDX screed plates designed for durability. The enhanced models aim to reduce downtime and improve job site efficiency for paving contractors.
Project abandonments in construction jumped 22.8% month-over-month in March due to economic strain from the Iran war and rising oil prices. The spike reflects how geopolitical events and energy costs directly impact construction project viability and investment decisions.
Ford is expanding off-road capabilities across more Super Duty trim levels in 2027 and introducing a Carhartt-branded model for construction professionals. The company is also adding luxury cab options to its F-350 through F-550 lineup.
Gail Sullivan, founder of Studio G Architects in Boston, acknowledges that conditions for women in construction have improved but says more progress is needed to increase female representation on jobsites. The veteran architect is advocating for continued efforts to bring more women into the construction workforce.
John Deere is recalling nearly 50 additional laid-off workers back to work, with over 300 U.S. employees rehired since January as market conditions improve. The equipment manufacturer's workforce expansion signals growing demand in the construction and agriculture sectors.
Industry leaders share their predictions and advice for contractors navigating surety bonding and insurance in 2026. The insights cover key trends and strategies contractors should watch as market conditions evolve.