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Four construction technology companies expanded their product portfolios in 2026, while two builders made strategic acquisitions to grow their market share. The M&A activity signals continued consolidation in the construction sector as firms seek to strengthen competitive positions.
Data center project cancellations spiked to 25 in 2025 from 6 in 2024, driven by local opposition and power grid constraints. States are considering moratoriums as they struggle to manage the infrastructure demands of rapid data center expansion.
Construction and engineering companies face shared business risks heading into 2026, though the specific challenges aren't detailed in this snippet. To understand the key threats, the full article provides the complete analysis from industry leaders.
Amtrak received $4.7 billion in federal funding for Northeast Corridor infrastructure improvements and is accepting bids for new long-distance train equipment. The Department of Transportation is also funding applications to boost passenger rail ridership and improve connections with intercity bus services.
Kiewit's joint venture won a contract to build a segment of Austin's $7 billion light rail project. The Austin Transit Partnership completed the procurement process in about a year.
W.M. Jordan completed construction management services for three new gates totaling nearly 19,000 square feet in Norfolk International Airport's Concourse A, part of a $1B airport upgrade project. The milestone marks progress on the major terminal expansion initiative.
Bull India is launching the AV740 skid steer loader in the U.S. market, a 9,418-pound vertical-lift model with 74 horsepower and a 2,969-pound rated operating capacity. The new machine expands Bull India's equipment offerings to American contractors.
Develon is launching two new compact track loaders—the DTL26 and DTL30—powered by a 71.4-horsepower Develon engine that eliminates the need for diesel exhaust fluid. The DEF-free design simplifies maintenance and reduces operating costs for contractors.
The EPA has relaxed federal permit requirements, which could streamline operations for contractors but introduces legal and compliance risks. Attorneys warn that the looser regulatory environment may create new liabilities that companies need to navigate carefully.
CBRE will establish and operate training centers across the U.S. to develop fiber technicians specifically for Meta's data center construction projects. The partnership aims to build a skilled workforce to support Meta's data center expansion.
Oklahoma DOT has awarded a $408 million contract to build a new four-lane bridge over Lake Texoma to replace the original 87-span structure that opened in 1945 and is now functionally obsolete. The project represents a major infrastructure upgrade for the critical Texas-Oklahoma crossing over one of the nation's largest reservoirs.
A state Supreme Court overturned a $20.5M jury award against D.R. Horton, ruling the homebuilder had no legal duty to protect a subcontractor's worker injured in a trench collapse. The decision limits liability for general contractors regarding safety obligations to workers employed by their subs.
Three major megaprojects drove a significant rebound in construction starts during March, with electric power and utilities projects surging over 353% month-over-month. Data center construction activity, however, showed signs of cooling during the same period.
Stratus released its 2025 State of MEP Annual Report, identifying three key trends currently transforming the MEP contracting industry. The survey provides contractors with data-driven insights into shifts affecting mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work.
A California contractor was ordered to pay $468K after a federal investigation uncovered wage theft including missed payroll, unpaid overtime, and retaliation against workers. The case underscores ongoing labor compliance issues within the construction industry.