New construction starts in June advanced 9% from the previous month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $832.7 billion, according to Dodge Data & Analytics. The increase followed the 10% gain reported for May, as total construction starts continued to strengthen following April’s subdued performance. Details here.

June new equipment leasing and finance business volume up 9% year-over-year, 9% month-over-month and 1% year-to-date. 

North Texas construction and real estate company makes leadership moves, naming longstanding president as CEO and promotes longtime SVP to president and COO. 

Two JCB apprentices won first place in the mechatronics division at the recent SkillsUSA national championships. Details about the competition and winners here. 

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) board of directors has issued the following statement denouncing conditions at detention centers:

Integrated campaign brings to life United Rentals’ role as a partner in improving performance on the worksite with equipment, data, safety and expertise. Details here. 

CONEXPO Latin America 2019 has announced new professional development opportunities to help attendees increase operational efficiencies and safety and grow their businesses in the changing marketplace. Details here.