Construction Industry News

SAN FRANCISCO (Sept. 23, 2025) — Samsara Inc., the provider of the Connected Operations platform, announced a major expansion of its artificial intelligence (AI)-powered safety platform that gives operational leaders and frontline managers a comprehensive tool kit to reduce risk at scale. The new features — including weather intelligence, automated coaching and worker safety — are designed to help operation leaders improve fleet safety in and outside of the cab.

Sept. 22, 2025 — This year, in addition to three industry leaders, the annual Salute to Women of Achievement presented by the New York chapter of Professional Women in Construction (PWC NY) honored one project featuring women in key leadership positions.

Case Engineering received accolades for completion a cold storage facility for Coastal Group in Foristell, Missouri.

DICA expands its Urbandale, Iowa, headquarters to increase production capacity, streamline operations and provide room for staff growth.

KATY, Texas and WESTMINSTER, Colo. (Sept. 16, 2025) — Kobelco Construction Machinery U.S.A. and Trimble announced an expanded collaboration that makes the Trimble Earthworks grade control platform 2D guidance and control systems available directly through select Kobelco dealers in North America.

FAIRFAX, Va. (Sept. 17, 2025) — The National Utility Contractors Association (NUCA) issued the following statement by NUCA Vice President of Government Affairs Zack Perconti on the passage of the Promoting Innovation in Pipeline Efficiency and Safety (PIPES) Act of 2025 in the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee:

WASHINGTON (Sept. 16, 2025) — Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) reported that its Construction Backlog Indicator fell from 8.8 months in July to 8.5 months in August, according to an ABC member survey conducted Aug. 20 to Sept. 3. The reading is up 0.3 months since August 2024.

KENOSHA, Wis. (Sept. 12, 205) — The National Equipment League (NEL) has launched its third season with two events now available to view online, and new apps and channels launching to expand the league’s viewership.

VIENNA, Va. (Sept. 10, 2025) — The Construction Management Association of America (CMAA) announced the recipients of its 2025 Industry Honors Individual Recognition Awards.

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (Sept. 9, 2025) — Fleetio, a fleet maintenance and optimization platform, announced an integration with John Deere Operations Center, expanding its original equipment manufacturer (OEM) ecosystem and providing heavy equipment fleets with a simpler way to centralize data and stay ahead of maintenance.

PASADENA, Calif. (Sept. 9, 2025) — Bluebeam, a developer of solutions and services for architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) professionals worldwide, announced results from their 2025 State of Men's Health in Construction survey, revealing a critical health gap on jobsites across the U.S. The findings show that more than 65% of male construction workers have never been screened for prostate cancer, and 81% report delaying screenings.

The AIA/Deltek Architecture Billings Index for July 2025.

WEST BEND, Wis. (Aug. 28, 2025) — Manitou has launched five all-new large-frame skid steers and compact track loaders ranging in operating capacity from 3,250 pounds to 3,600 pounds.

SAVANNAH, Ga. (Aug. 26, 2025) — JCB North America (JCB) announced its partnership with the National Hispanic Contractors Association (NAHICA), reinforcing its commitment to advancing Hispanic participation, leadership and entrepreneurship in U.S. construction.

WASHINGTON (Aug. 14, 2025) — Construction input prices increased 0.4% in July compared to the previous month, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Producer Price Index data released today. Nonresidential construction input prices also increased 0.4% for the month.

The American Concrete Institute (ACI) announced the launch of its updated learning management system (LMS) for ACI University.

Caterpillar announced its new Cat 140 LVR Motor Grader, upgrading it to the next-generation platform. The new model will launch in early 2026.

McClure Engineering, a St. Louis-based mechanical and electrical consulting engineering firm, hired Lisa Whealon as its new chief operating officer.

Teletrac Navman announced the results of its Mobilizing the Future of Fleets: 2025 Equipment Management Edition.

Stellar Industries promoted Tim Worman to director of product management and inside sales.