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REWIRE project advances smart remanufacturing
The Horizon Europe-funded REWIRE project has brought together industry and research partners across three demonstrators to deploy robotics, AI and digital twin technologies, and has established a Triage, Plan, Simulate and Assure framework to improve remanufacturing traceability, compliance and scalability.
Kapsch TrafficCom expands tolling systems in Serbia
Kapsch TrafficCom has deployed an Operian multilane free‑flow tolling system on the Belgrade ring road, has begun testing a DSRC and video‑based classification roadside concept, and has reported monthly processing of over one million toll transactions.
Ponsse to open Refactory in Iisalmi under EU project
Ponsse has launched an EU-funded ExtendedLIFE project and has announced plans to establish a Refactory in Iisalmi, Finland, to refurbish, dismantle and recycle forest machines, and has developed a digital marketplace and training to expand remanufacturing at industrial scale.
NAVTOR develops integrated vessel platform with e-logbooks
NAVTOR has expanded its e-navigation services after acquiring Voyager, has reached about 18,000 vessels, and has developed an integrated vessel platform with electronic logbooks and AI tools to support compliance, operational efficiency and emissions management.
Kapsch to implement traffic management for Kuwait University
Kapsch TrafficCom has been selected to implement an EcoTrafiX system at Kuwait University's Sabah Al‑Salem campus and has been contracted to integrate controllers, sensors and ANPR to reduce congestion and support event management over a 20‑month programme.
Jeffrey Cheah Circuit Paving Project, Malaysia
MH Road Builders has completed paving of the Jeffrey Cheah Circuit using ABG pavers and MOBA levelling systems, and has managed precise pre-compaction, staged compaction and 50 km logistics while limited rain has disrupted the schedule.
Ararat synchronous condenser adds 600MW capacity
The Ararat synchronous condenser in western Victoria has begun operating and has enabled 600MW of additional renewable capacity by providing system strength and improving network stability.
Nissan leads UK project to integrate solar and AI into EVs
Nissan has secured funding for a three-year, £10m UK project that has combined power electronics, AI and perovskite tandem solar integration to develop vehicle-integrated charging, bidirectional V2G and intelligent energy management for electric vehicles.
EU projects target hybrid-electric regional aircraft by 2035
Four EU-funded projects have developed hybrid-electric propulsion, high‑voltage electrical systems and integration plans and have prepared a flight demonstrator for testing, with entry into commercial service targeted for 2035.
GMV to develop GNSS interference monitoring methods
GMV has been awarded a European Commission contract and has been tasked to develop and validate advanced methods for characterising GNSS interference, including fusion of terrestrial sensors and LEO satellites, with simulation and experimental validation over 18 months.
Asset tracking enhances government fleet efficiency
Asset tracking has improved visibility and utilisation of government fleets, reduced operating costs, strengthened asset security and enabled proactive maintenance, while allowing agencies to redeploy assets across departments.
CATL opens direct online store for storage cells
CATL has launched CATL Mall, an online direct-sales platform offering small-batch energy-storage cells to small and medium integrators, has lowered minimum order thresholds and has positioned the channel as supplementary to large-scale contracts.
Bruce Highway and Buxton Road intersection upgrade
A $12.5 million upgrade to the Bruce Highway and Buxton Road intersection at Isis River has been announced to add dedicated turn lanes, improve safety and freight efficiency and has been jointly funded under the $1bn Bruce Highway Safety Package.
METRONET Swan River ferry infrastructure project begins
Construction has commenced on a $107 million METRONET Swan River marine programme, which has engaged Echo Marine Group to build five electric ferries, has opened tenders for Applecross and Matilda Bay terminals and has scheduled services to start late 2027.
Queensland $119bn capital program to use Australian steel
The Australian Steel Institute has welcomed Queensland's 2026–27 Budget, which has included a $119 billion capital program and a $55 billion transport investment, and has highlighted the infrastructure pipeline and has called for streamlined procurement and collaboration.
GMV to upgrade Barcelona Metro passenger information
GMV has been awarded a contract to develop a consolidated, scalable passenger-information system for Barcelona Metro, and has developed a centralised management platform for phased deployment, remote monitoring and compatibility with existing onboard IT infrastructure.
Kapsch Processes 1 Million Daily Toll Transactions in Brazil
Kapsch has reached over 1 million free-flow toll transactions per day in Brazil, has driven deployments on major highways and urban traffic projects, and has supported regulators with technology transfer as it has expanded mobility solutions nationwide.
€8m SHIELD‑6G project to develop 6G cyber defences
A €8 million EU-funded consortium has launched the SHIELD-6G project to develop AI-native, privacy-preserving cyber threat intelligence and automated security orchestration for 6G networks, led by University College Dublin with 19 international partners.
ARENA invests in pilot for seven green fuel projects
Advisory firm Cyan Ventures and ARENA have launched a $1.7 million pilot to support seven Australian low‑emission fuel projects, with additional backing from Qantas and Boeing, to advance commercial readiness for aviation and maritime fuels.
Modular construction in Australian mining projects
The industry has adopted off-site modular fabrication to address remote locations, labour shortages and schedule pressures, and has reported improved safety, quality and schedule certainty while requiring early engineering and logistics planning.
Modular terraces assembled at Schofields development
Landcom has assembled modular terraces at its Burdekin Road development in Schofields, using off-site modern methods of construction to test faster, lower-cost delivery and to inform NSW policy and planning reforms.
Kapsch TrafficCom awarded three NZ tolling contracts
Kapsch TrafficCom has been awarded three video-based tolling projects by Waka Kotahi, worth more than NZD 8.5m, with delivery from late 2026 to early 2028; it has been contracted to deliver and maintain tolling systems on the North Island.
CO2 in construction, infrastructure and transport
The piece has explained CO2 sources, climate impacts and industry relevance, and has summarised methods to convert vehicle and machine data into project-level emissions reports, citing regulatory drivers and an automated reporting solution.
Select Plant expands electric and hybrid fleet
Select Plant Australia has introduced a range of electric, hybrid and battery-powered plant, supported by battery storage and site power solutions, to reduce fuel use and emissions while preserving project productivity.
EMSA commissions GMV study on autonomous maritime navigation
GMV has begun an EMSA study to analyse navigation, communication and connectivity for Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships and to develop goal‑based guidance aligned with IMO developments, covering safety objectives, performance expectations and risk‑based testing principles.
Custom precast used to reduce risk in civil construction
Civilcast has supplied custom precast for stormwater, water and sewer infrastructure and has positioned it to limit on-site modifications, improve installation efficiency and enhance programme predictability, supported by established manufacturing and a stocked range of standard products.
VUE managed service reduces camera faults for XPO
VUE has trialled a managed service with XPO Logistics' Arla fleet, has resolved a backlog of camera faults, has improved camera uptime and footage retrieval, has reduced engineer callouts and downtime, and has led XPO to adopt the service contract-wide.
NSW seeks projects for heavy EV charging and fuel security
The New South Wales government has opened an EoI for projects over A$100 million and has sought proposals that have addressed fuel security, including renewable fuels and heavy electric-vehicle charging hubs, to lessen diesel reliance and strengthen resilience.
Tierra Demonstrates AI-Driven Fleet Management on AWS
Tierra S.p.A. has presented AI-driven enhancements to its fleet management platform at AWS Summit 2026. It has reported production deployment that has improved user experience, system efficiency and cost metrics through collaboration with AWS.
NOx and NH3: implications for Dutch construction
Dutch regulators have tightened requirements for NOx and NH3 reporting in construction and infrastructure; companies have adopted vehicle-based measurement and independent assurance and have produced verifiable emission data for AERIUS calculations, permits and tenders.
Coffs Harbour bypass reaches final bridge stage
The Coffs Harbour bypass has reached the final bridge stage of its $2.2 billion programme, has been jointly funded by the Federal and New South Wales governments, and has been scheduled to open to traffic in late 2026.
Octave: AI governance and data continuity in infrastructure
Octave has urged that AI adoption in infrastructure has required enterprise-grade governance and continuous, auditable data across design, construction and operations to reduce handover risks and support accountable decision-making.
Austrade highlights Pacific infrastructure opportunities
Austrade has identified a US$2bn pipeline in energy, water, social and transport sectors and has launched a platform to connect Australian firms with projects and local partners, highlighting demand particularly for US$10-50m civil works contractors.
Geogrids in infrastructure design and delivery
Geofabrics has said geogrids have enhanced pavement performance, reduced aggregate thickness by up to 50% and extended asset life, yielding lower whole-life costs, faster construction and reduced material use, supporting more resilient and sustainable infrastructure delivery.
GMV advances PRS-based timing and synchronisation
GMV has led the EU-funded PRESENTIS project to integrate Galileo PRS into timing and synchronisation solutions, has tested PRS receivers and server architectures, and has demonstrated enhanced availability and resilience for critical network timing applications.
Designs released for Beerburrum-Nambour rail upgrade
Detailed designs for Stage 1 of the Beerburrum-Nambour rail upgrade have been released, outlining rail realignments, level crossing removals, expanded park-and-ride facilities and other infrastructure works that have been backed by federal and state funding commitments.
Kapsch delivers India's first C-ITS highway pilot
Kapsch TrafficCom has begun deploying India's first Cooperative Intelligent Transport Systems (C-ITS) pilot near New Delhi with Superwave Communication And Infrasolution Limited, aiming to improve road safety and traffic efficiency through real-time connected services and AI-enabled sensors.
Curtain Wall Design and High-Performance Glazing
ETIA director Paul Uno has outlined the evolution of Australian curtain wall systems, has described past testing practices and acoustic and thermal design considerations, and has noted current standards, performance metrics and industry training.
Pilot confirms technical recovery of automotive plastics
The Global Impact Coalition has run a pilot that has demonstrated recovery of automotive plastics but has identified structural value chain barriers to commercial scaling; Phase 2 has engaged OEMs and suppliers to address economics, automation and design for circularity.
Western Freeway upgrade secures $50m pre-construction
Federal and Victorian governments have committed $50 million to pre-construction for the Western Freeway upgrade between Melton and Caroline Springs and have advanced planning that forms part of a broader $1 billion federal commitment.
Material change cuts emissions on Melbourne level crossing
A material substitution has reduced embodied emissions by about 20 tonnes on the Hopkins Road level crossing removal in Melbourne by using SENSE 600 reinforcing steel, which has delivered equivalent strength with up to 16.7% less raw material.
GMV presents final SEPI-IA results for lung-disease AI
GMV and Complutense University have presented final SEPI-IA results, which have demonstrated an AI prototype to predict progression of diffuse interstitial lung diseases, developed with Spanish hospitals and funded via CDTI under PRTR and NextGenerationEU.
EU approves €288m German aid for semiconductor projects
The European Commission has approved €288m in German state aid for two semiconductor projects, allocating €222m to Zeiss and €66m to Zadient to bolster Europe’s chip supply security and specialist manufacturing capacity.
Finalists for 2026 Australian Construction Achievement Award
Seven projects worth more than $17 billion have been named ACAA finalists and have showcased contract models prioritising early contractor involvement, clearer risk allocation and outcome-focused commercial settings, facilitating collaboration across education, transport, health, aviation, marine and disaster-recovery sectors.
Princes Highway bridge upgrades in Gippsland
Federal and Victorian governments have committed A$44.7 million and have begun strengthening four Princes Highway bridges near Warragul and Drouin to boost heavy-vehicle capacity, improve connectivity and enhance road safety; authorities have included temporary speed reductions and detours.
Ballan Road Upgrade Engages Social Enterprise
The Ballan Road Intersection Upgrade has engaged a social enterprise to provide site cleaning services and has expanded local workforce participation through the Victorian Government's Social Procurement Framework, increasing employment hours, skills development and community access to infrastructure-related opportunities.
Early designs revealed for Tottenham and Albion stations
Government agencies have released designs for upgraded Tottenham and Albion stations as part of the A$4.1bn Melbourne Airport Rail Stage 1, which has delivered more than six kilometres of track upgrades to increase corridor capacity and support future projects.