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๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Finland's economy grew slightly last year

Finland's GDP increased by 0.2 percent last year, according to Statistics Finland.

Feb 27 โ€ข 06:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Trojanowski, Strabag: A Chance for Companies from the Polish Market

Wojciech Trojanowski of Strabag emphasizes the importance of local content in ensuring efficient project execution and sector development in Poland.

Feb 25 โ€ข 18:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Construction company holds job fair for civil construction in Fortaleza; see how to participate

The Diagonal Group is organizing a job fair in Fortaleza focused on opportunities in the civil construction sector.

Feb 25 โ€ข 12:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Between the decline of the sector and the growth of the economy, the Chamber of Construction celebrated its 90th anniversary at Teatro Colรณn

The Argentine Chamber of Construction celebrated its 90th anniversary at Teatro Colรณn amidst the backdrop of a recovering economy and challenges faced by the construction sector.

Feb 25 โ€ข 01:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

As the population ages, it will thrive โ€“ The unexpected sector that will see demand increase

The aging global population is predicted to drive an increase in demand for elevators, as noted by industry leaders.

Feb 24 โ€ข 16:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

In E. Masiulis' book - about President Lubys' desire to transfer the construction of the LNG terminal to business

Former Minister E. Masiulis discusses in his upcoming book the integration of Lithuania's transport infrastructure into the EU and private sector involvement in the construction of the LNG terminal.

Feb 24 โ€ข 14:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ DR Nyheder
National & Local

Frost Created Unemployment in the Construction Industry - Now There is Hope

A prolonged cold winter has led to a significant increase in unemployment in the construction sector in Northern Jutland, but milder weather is expected to improve conditions for unemployed workers.

Feb 23 โ€ข 15:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Prosecutor's Office charges former Secretary of Agriculture of SP for alleged illegal increases in rural program

The Sรฃo Paulo Prosecutor's Office has filed charges against former Agriculture Secretary Francisco Matturro and current deputy Ricardo Lorenzini for allegedly authorizing illegal price increases for companies responsible for road construction in rural areas.

Feb 23 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Major UK construction firm collapses into administration โ€“ 47 years in business

FK Construction, a major construction firm in the UK, has collapsed into administration after 47 years in business due to a slowdown in the building sector.

Feb 22 โ€ข 11:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Beyond the Fate case: the economy is growing, but quality private employment is falling

Despite an economic growth of approximately 4% in Argentina, private sector employment of quality is declining, particularly in industry and construction.

Feb 21 โ€ข 20:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

What are the construction cost projections for February 2026?

The construction sector in Argentina is facing uncertainty as costs continue to fluctuate, impacting property prices and developer profitability.

Feb 20 โ€ข 02:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Very weak GUS data on industrial and construction production in January

Industrial production in Poland fell by 1.5% in January, disappointing analysts' forecasts of a 2.8% increase.

Feb 19 โ€ข 10:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Tough sell for B.C. budget featuring tax hike, record deficit and construction delays

British Columbia's budget proposal is facing criticism due to significant tax increases, a soaring deficit, and cuts in public sector jobs amid ongoing construction delays.

Feb 18 โ€ข 14:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Isac and Ebba maxed out when the home renovation deduction was increased - see their renovation journey

Ebba Myhrman and her partner Isac Wadsten have capitalized on a tax increase for home renovations, boosting the construction sector while undertaking their own renovation projects.

Feb 18 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Women can enroll in free course in construction industry in MS

The project "Elas Constroem" offers free professional qualification courses exclusively for women interested in the civil construction sector in Mato Grosso do Sul, with applications open until February 27, 2026.

Feb 17 โ€ข 19:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Company brings structured industrial practices to the North American glass sector

A Brazilian-led company in Florida is revolutionizing the glass industry in the U.S. by applying innovative industrial practices.

Feb 13 โ€ข 22:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Construction in a Staffing Trap. A Wave of Investments is Coming, but There is a Lack of Specialists

The article discusses the impending wave of investments in the construction sector in Poland, highlighting the critical shortage of skilled workers to meet rising demand.

Feb 13 โ€ข 03:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Cacoal hosts meeting with leaders of the construction sector in Rondรดnia

Cacoal will host a meeting of key business leaders from the construction sector in Rondรดnia on March 28, focusing on strategic networking and future vision for the industry.

Feb 12 โ€ข 19:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Construction sector expects growth in 2026 with interest rate cuts, credit, and investments

The Brazilian construction sector anticipates a 2% growth in 2026, bolstered by lower interest rates, increased housing credit, and rising infrastructure investments.

Feb 11 โ€ข 14:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

SRV still awaits a revival in new construction

Construction company SRV managed to improve its performance despite the weak market conditions in the construction sector last year.

Feb 11 โ€ข 07:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Victorian government defends action on construction sector amid CFMEU allegations

The Victorian government is defending its actions in addressing corruption in the construction sector following allegations it ignored rising issues related to the CFMEU.

Feb 10 โ€ข 23:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news for Arizona: it ranks among the top 10 states with the highest job growth in the private sector and affordability in the U.S.

Arizona is projected to generate over 454,000 jobs by 2034, bolstered by population growth, a construction boom, and increased demand for healthcare services.

Feb 10 โ€ข 13:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Construction output volume increased by 9% in 2025

Construction production in Latvia rose by 9.9% in the fourth quarter of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, driven particularly by growth in infrastructure projects.

Feb 10 โ€ข 09:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Work absenteeism in construction has doubled in ten years, with companies estimating an annual cost of 3.5 billion euros

Work absenteeism in Spain's construction sector has doubled over the last decade, leading employers to forecast an annual cost of 3.5 billion euros.

Feb 9 โ€ข 13:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

Tea Park: there is a serious problem with data protection in the public sector

Tea Park highlights severe data protection issues in Estonia's public sector following alarming revelations about sensitive information in the construction register.

Feb 7 โ€ข 07:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Construction grew 6.3% in 2025 and suggests the beginning of a recovery

The construction sector in 2025 showed promising signs of recovery with a 6.3% growth overall and 3.8% increase from November to December.

Feb 6 โ€ข 23:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Widespread employee strikes expected in Germany

In Germany, the Verdi trade union is set to organize extensive strikes affecting public sector workers, particularly impacting universities, hospitals, road construction companies, and the judicial system, with around 2.2 million employees participating.

Feb 6 โ€ข 20:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Florianรณpolis plans construction of marina and park on Beira-Mar Norte for R$ 350 million; VIDEO

Florianรณpolis has received the final license for the construction of the Urban Park Marina on Beira-Mar Norte, with an estimated cost of R$ 350 million funded by the private sector, set to begin by the first half of 2026.

Feb 6 โ€ข 19:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ABC
National & Local

New morning of chaos on the C-4 commuter line due to a breakdown during construction phase

Disruptions on the C-4 commuter line between Parla and Getafe Sector 3 have left many travelers without trains during rush hour in southern Madrid.

Feb 4 โ€ข 08:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The economy of Vantaa sank to the bottom along with the construction sector โ€“ Yle's municipal finance machine shows the situation in your municipality

Vantaa's housing construction has plummeted from about 3,000 units per year to under 500 due to the construction sector's decline following the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Feb 3 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Media: Galio Group promises 42 million investments in Lithuanian real estate sector this year

Galio Group plans to invest 42 million euros in the Lithuanian real estate sector this year, despite having invested only 27 million euros last year due to delays in obtaining construction permits.

Feb 3 โ€ข 07:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

How much does it cost to build a 'cheap' 100 square meter house

Construction costs are rising, heavily influenced by the increasing dollar exchange rate, affecting housing prices and decisions in the construction sector.

Feb 2 โ€ข 10:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The government will free up land for housing, but municipalities will benefit. The project has been revised

The article discusses the revised legislation aimed at freeing up land for residential construction, exploring the roles of various agencies and the potential uses for municipalities, as well as the prospects for public sector housing.

Jan 13 โ€ข 03:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

UK construction hit by worst run since global financial crisis

Britain's construction sector faces its longest decline since the 2007-09 financial crisis, with housebuilding remaining in a severe slump, despite some signs of optimism among companies.

Jan 7 โ€ข 12:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
World

Construction: A new investment wave of 18 billion euros in Infrastructure, PPPs, and Concessions

The construction sector is entering a phase of rapid restructuring with a new investment wave of 18 billion euros focused on infrastructure, public-private partnerships, and concessions, reshaping profitability strategies before the 2030 milestone.

Jan 1 โ€ข 12:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Construction: Grew in September with a 12.5% increase in permits

The construction sector has gained momentum in September, showing a 12.5% increase in permits amid the clarification of the New Building Regulation and the restart of frozen construction sites.

Dec 29 โ€ข 20:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Bank consortium with Bank Pekao accelerates Polish energy sector

A consortium of Polish banks, including Bank Pekao, has finalized a historic project finance deal for the construction of two modern CCGT gas-steam units in the Kozienice Power Plant with a total power capacity of 1336 MWe.

Dec 29 โ€ข 00:00 UTC

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