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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Electrician dies after falling from a pole during work at a condominium in João Pessoa

An electrician named José Ary Clemente da Silva died after falling from a pole while working on a condominium construction site in João Pessoa, Brazil.

Mar 22 • 17:31 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Work accident in Troms

A person was injured in Troms when struck on the head by a crane boom during tunnel work.

Mar 21 • 15:58 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Investment of $600,000 in the port of Manta: Key work begins for the safety of cruise and cargo ships

Construction has begun on a new tugboat dock in Manta port, aimed at enhancing the safety and efficiency of maritime operations with an investment of $600,000.

Mar 21 • 13:39 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Funtrab holds selection with salaries of up to R$ 3,800 for construction work in Campo Grande

The Funtrab agency in Brazil is conducting a selection process offering various construction jobs in Campo Grande with salaries reaching R$ 3,800.

Mar 20 • 16:06 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Crime & Justice

VIDEO ⟩ The court has made a decision regarding the Ukrainian construction worker who was trapped under a concrete panel

A court has ruled on the case concerning the death of Ukrainian construction worker Anatoli, who was killed when a concrete panel fell on him during construction work in Viimsi.

Mar 20 • 11:45 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Ch. Dimas: Progress of construction work on the Flyover at 50%

Greek Minister of Infrastructure Ch. Dimas announced that the construction progress of the Flyover project is currently at 50%.

Mar 20 • 10:14 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Shorter workday may increase property prices and hinder construction in the country, says construction sector

A proposed reduction in the work schedule in Brazil could raise property costs and slow down construction projects, according to a study by the Brazilian Chamber of Construction Industries (Cbic).

Mar 20 • 07:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Due to the construction of border infrastructure, gravel roads have been damaged in Balvi Municipality

Construction work related to border infrastructure has caused significant damage to both public and private gravel roads in Balvi Municipality, Latvia.

Mar 20 • 04:26 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

These are the jobs that will involve closures on Rodolfo Baquerizo Nazur Avenue, in La Alborada, starting March 20

Construction work on Rodolfo Baquerizo Nazur Avenue in La Alborada will close one lane starting March 20 due to a reconstruction plan by the Guayaquil Municipality.

Mar 19 • 21:36 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

From tomorrow until Wednesday, one of the main highways in Buenos Aires will be closed due to a major construction project

The Dellepiane highway in Buenos Aires will be closed in both directions from Friday night until Wednesday for construction work.

Mar 19 • 19:04 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

SURVEY: More than half of construction project clients do not sign contracts with builders

A recent survey indicates that a majority of clients for construction work do not put their agreements with builders in writing, increasing the risk of disputes and losses.

Mar 19 • 17:17 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

Risk of traffic jam in Hamburg this weekend

Traffic is expected to be heavily impacted in Hamburg this weekend due to the closure of the A7 highway for construction work.

Mar 19 • 12:20 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Works on footbridge cause detours in both directions of the Dutra, in Caçapava, starting this Wednesday (18)

Construction work on a footbridge in Caçapava, Brazil, is causing traffic detours on the Dutra highway in both directions.

Mar 18 • 22:14 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Tram: Line 6 'Pikrodafni - Syntagma' will be fully operational from tomorrow

The Tram Line 6 'Pikrodafni - Syntagma' will resume full operations tomorrow, with the reopening of several stops that were temporarily closed for construction work.

Mar 18 • 19:13 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Handpump in the Middle of the Road in Mirzapur

A peculiar negligence by PWD officials and contractors in Mirzapur, India, has resulted in a handpump being left in the middle of a road due to hasty construction work.

Mar 18 • 17:44 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Raposo Tavares has 'Stop and Go' operation in the region of Itapetininga during bridge works; see sections

Motorists on the Raposo Tavares highway in Itapetininga, Brazil, should be cautious due to 'Stop and Go' operations caused by ongoing bridge and viaduct construction work.

Mar 18 • 13:57 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The ground collapsed at the construction site - a person was trapped

A person was trapped under collapsed ground in Jämsä, Finland, during excavation work, but was rescued by nearby workers before emergency services responded.

Mar 18 • 08:58 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A key barrier in the city will close this Wednesday for the construction of an underpass: how long will the work last

A critical railway crossing in Villa Urquiza, Buenos Aires, will close for the construction of a 255-meter underpass set to improve traffic for over 29,000 residents by mid-2027.

Mar 17 • 22:47 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

In Vienna: Four construction workers killed by collapsing scaffolding and concrete

Four construction workers were killed in Vienna when scaffolding and liquid concrete collapsed during construction work.

Mar 17 • 19:08 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Tragedy at a Construction Site in Vienna: A Collapsed Scaffold Killed Four Workers

Four workers died in Vienna after a scaffold collapsed during construction work.

Mar 17 • 17:29 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

By reconstructing the road, three bridges will be demolished at once: work will start soon

The Lithuanian company YIT Lietuva will soon begin reconstructing three bridges over the Jūra River at a cost of 11.1 million euros, addressing significant structural issues and adhering to environmental requirements due to the project's location within a Natura 2000 area.

Mar 16 • 12:29 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Construction work and then occupancy permit. People might have their first coffee at the Brno waterfront by the end of summer

Construction is underway at the Brno waterfront, with hopes of welcoming visitors for coffee by the end of summer after obtaining the necessary permits.

Mar 16 • 11:42 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Public Transport in Munich: Airport Not Accessible by S-Bahn for Days

Passengers in Munich will face disruptions to the S-Bahn service to the airport for several days due to construction work.

Mar 16 • 10:42 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The assembly of beams begins on the elevated passage of Bombero Avenue

Beam assembly work has commenced on the elevated passage being constructed on Bombero Avenue in northwest Guayaquil.

Mar 15 • 18:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Traffic in the Areia Preta neighborhood has closures starting this Monday (16) for construction work, announces STTU

Traffic disruptions will begin in the Areia Preta neighborhood of Natal, Brazil, due to infrastructure works starting on Monday, October 16.

Mar 15 • 16:30 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

The Øresund Bridge Closed After Accident

Traffic on the Øresund Bridge towards Sweden is halted due to an accident in a tunnel requiring cleanup and construction repair work.

Mar 15 • 11:52 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Metro: Traffic regulations on Line 2 - Which stations are closing, at what times

Traffic regulations will be implemented on Line 2 of the Athens Metro from March 15 to March 23 due to construction work, leading to early station closures.

Mar 15 • 05:30 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Tomorrow the construction sites on Via Pellico will reopen. Disruptions for Easter and Design Week

Construction work on Via Pellico in Milan will resume tomorrow despite requests from local businesses and hotels to postpone until late April to avoid disrupting tourism during Easter and Design Week.

Mar 15 • 04:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Traffic will be altered during construction on the Francisco Porto Avenue viaduct in Aracaju

Construction work on the Francisco Porto viaduct in Aracaju will lead to traffic changes starting Wednesday.

Mar 14 • 19:41 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Massive renovation of Highway 15 planned for over 20 years has begun between Kotka and Kouvola

Construction work has started on Highway 15 between Kotka and Kouvola, focusing initially on tree removal.

Mar 13 • 17:38 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

The Construction Season Has Begun, Drivers in Brno Face Another Wave of Road Work

Drivers in Brno must prepare for another round of road works as the construction season commences.

Mar 13 • 14:44 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Construction work in Ismaning: Further defects on Koloman Bridge

The Koloman Bridge in Ismaning will be closed for three days due to urgent repairs, starting March 16.

Mar 13 • 10:16 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

EXPERT RECOMMENDS: Did the builder leave the work unfinished? 3 ways to protect yourself against this

A construction expert outlines three strategies for clients to safeguard against unfinished work by builders in Estonia, emphasizing the importance of proper warranty considerations and communication.

Mar 13 • 08:57 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Reasons Why People Died at Work Last Year

Last year, the Accident Insurance Center investigated ten fatal workplace accidents in Finland, revealing that most were due to known risks.

Mar 13 • 06:45 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Italy will tighten control over Sacyr's work on the Messina Bridge after allocating 13.5 billion

Italy plans to increase oversight on Sacyr's construction of the Messina Bridge after approving a budget of 13.5 billion euros.

Mar 13 • 04:15 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Search Warrant Executed on Thailand Pavilion Construction Company Amid Allegations of Unauthorized Work by Osaka Prefectural Police

Osaka Prefectural Police conducted a search of the construction company responsible for the Thailand Pavilion at the Osaka-Kansai Expo over suspicions of unauthorized work and violations of the Construction Business Law.

Mar 13 • 04:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Woman sues bricklayer after abandoning work and losses of over R$ 55 thousand in Bahia

A woman in Bahia is suing a bricklayer for abandoning construction on her property, resulting in significant financial loss.

Mar 12 • 19:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Donana footbridge construction is delayed and new delivery forecast is mid-April, in Campos

The reconstruction of the Donana footbridge in Campos, Brazil, is delayed due to heavy rains that have affected the construction schedule and the foundation work.

Mar 12 • 17:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Mogi-Bertioga operates under a 'stop and go' system this Thursday

Motorists are experiencing a 'stop and go' operation on the Mogi-Bertioga highway due to ongoing construction work.

Mar 12 • 16:43 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Work round the clock on road projects, Okpebholo directs contractors

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has instructed contractors to expedite road construction efforts in light of the impending rainy season.

Mar 12 • 15:59 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Ancient sanctuary tied to 'most mysterious' cult uncovered in rare find beneath historic city

A rare Roman temple dedicated to the secretive Mithras cult was discovered in Regensburg, Germany, during pre-construction archaeological work.

Mar 12 • 14:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

DNIT establishes traffic rules during construction of the Jequitinhonha River bridge; check it out

The National Department of Transport Infrastructure (DNIT) has announced new traffic rules for vehicles crossing the Jequitinhonha River bridge in Itapebi, Bahia, due to ongoing construction work.

Mar 12 • 10:49 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The last stage of the Kleboniškis Bridge reconstruction begins: news for drivers about traffic changes

The final stage of the Kleboniškis Bridge reconstruction has begun, and traffic changes will be implemented to accommodate the construction work.

Mar 12 • 09:03 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Tens of thousands of drivers in Ostrava face suffering, builders have closed the bridge on Rudná for four days

Construction work has led to a four-day closure of the Rudná bridge in Ostrava, causing significant disruption for local drivers.

Mar 12 • 08:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Truck 'sinks' asphalt on street that underwent construction in Canoas

A truck partially sank into the asphalt in Canoas after passing over a recently repaired street, revealing issues with the road work.

Mar 11 • 20:49 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Thessaloniki – Flyover: The Peripheral Road Closed for 48 Hours from Friday, March 13

The Peripheral Road in Thessaloniki will be closed for 48 hours starting Friday, March 13, due to Flyover construction work.

Mar 11 • 08:09 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Huracán-River will have a limited audience at Ducó: 15,000 fans permitted

The Huracán-River football match will have a reduced capacity of 15,000 spectators due to ongoing construction work near the stadium.

Mar 10 • 19:44 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Work Blocks Railroad Overpass in Uberlândia for 45 Days; See Alternative Routes

A railroad overpass in Uberlândia is undergoing a 45-day closure for structural and signaling improvements, affecting local traffic.

Mar 10 • 18:39 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Justice condemns company for work analogous to slavery and determines collective compensation of R$ 100,000 in MT

A construction company in Brazil has been fined R$ 100,000 for subjecting workers to conditions analogous to slavery, with five employees, including a pregnant woman and a child, rescued from exploitative labor conditions.

Mar 9 • 19:48 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Major accident on Delhi-Jaipur Highway, seven workers dead due to landslide

A landslide on the Delhi-Jaipur Highway near Bhiwadi, Rajasthan, has resulted in the deaths of seven workers engaged in excavation work.

Mar 9 • 17:00 UTC

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