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🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The court gives the green light to construction works at Stradiņš A2: time reserve melts, price approaches the maximum limit

Stradiņš Hospital's A2 building project is cleared by the court to continue amidst concerns over finances and timelines due to recent disputes.

Mar 22 • 18:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Streets in the Jardim Alvorada neighborhood, in São José, are closed for construction

Streets in the Jardim Alvorada neighborhood of São José dos Campos are partially closed for construction, leading to traffic rerouting.

Mar 22 • 12:41 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Municipalities: On Time and Within Budget: This is How Building Without Scandals Works

A new vocational school in Sigmaringen, Germany, has garnered attention for being both architecturally unique and completed without delays or exceeding its budget.

Mar 22 • 10:05 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

The state is cutting down trees and not planting new ones in their place

Residents of Jerusalem are grappling with the loss of many old trees due to construction works, raising concerns among environmental activists about the city's green spaces.

Mar 22 • 04:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

City Hall removes families from homes under construction for works in Várzea Grande

The City Hall of Várzea Grande, Brazil, has begun relocating families from residential areas to facilitate the resumption of housing constructions under the Minha Casa, Minha Vida program.

Mar 20 • 22:12 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

More expensive tickets and rescheduling: airlines evaluate alternatives for the construction period at Ezeiza airport

Airlines are considering various alternatives for rescheduling flights and price adjustments during construction works at Ezeiza International Airport.

Mar 20 • 19:49 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Court orders suspension of works around Fortaleza Airport after report of forest deforestation

A Brazilian court has temporarily halted construction at the Pinto Martins International Airport after allegations of illegal deforestation.

Mar 20 • 19:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Federal Police analyzes material and details new irregularities in works at the Parque das Águas in Cambuquira, MG

The Federal Police of Brazil is investigating new irregularities related to a corruption scheme involving construction works at the Parque das Águas in Cambuquira, MG.

Mar 20 • 17:58 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Works in Lyon: 'If this continues, my business is guaranteed to die,' says a shoemaker

A shoemaker in Lyon expresses despair over ongoing construction that is threatening local businesses.

Mar 20 • 17:29 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Experts criticize the decision to cancel the requirement for individuals to indicate the source of construction financing

An expert has criticized the decision to remove the requirement for individuals to disclose the source of financing for construction works, describing it as a significant regression in combating the shadow economy.

Mar 20 • 11:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Quinzinho Road in Santa Isabel will be closed for construction this Friday

Quinzinho Road in Santa Isabel, Brazil, will be closed for construction on Friday, from 8 AM to 6 PM, for soil testing necessary for future infrastructure improvements.

Mar 19 • 21:58 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The builders' warning to Pedro Sánchez not to leave them out of the anti-war shield: "There will be delays and abandonment of works"

The construction sector in Spain warns the government that rising prices and material shortages could lead to project delays and abandonments, urging inclusion in the government's support measures amidst the economic fallout from the conflict in Iran.

Mar 19 • 00:17 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
🇧🇷 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
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Traffic altered during works on the viaduct of Avenida Francisco Porto in Aracaju

The viaduct linking Avenida Francisco Porto and Gonçalo Rollemberg Leite in Aracaju will undergo structural recovery starting Wednesday, significantly impacting traffic.

Mar 18 • 11:09 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Crime & Justice

The UCO detects a payment to the former director of Highways from a construction company benefiting from the works under investigation in the 'Koldo case'

Investigators are probing a suspicious payment from a construction company to the former director of Highways, linked to public contracts being investigated.

Mar 17 • 18:32 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
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Only 12% of the 6,200 educational works of the Lula government have been delivered

As of early March, only 12% of 6,227 educational projects proposed by the Lula government have been completed, highlighting significant delays in federal funding and construction progress.

Mar 15 • 13:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Rodalies crisis worsens this Monday with three months of works in the Garraf tunnels

The ongoing Rodalies crisis is set to worsen on Monday with the commencement of three months of construction on the Garraf tunnels, impacting one of the busiest train lines in Catalonia.

Mar 15 • 11:37 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Part of a bridge on the R3 collapses affected by Rodalies works in La Garriga and the City Council asks Adif for explanations: "It is very serious"

A section of a bridge on the R3 collapsed in La Garriga, causing major traffic disruptions, but no injuries were reported; the local mayor has criticized the construction management and called for accountability from Adif.

Mar 14 • 17:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

STF releases construction works initiated based on article of land law declared unconstitutional by TJPB, in João Pessoa

The Brazilian Supreme Court has permitted construction works in João Pessoa that were based on a now-declared unconstitutional article of the land law.

Mar 13 • 22:13 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
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Broken water tank, crater on Marginal Tietê, and death of elderly woman hit by pipe: recall accidents in Sabesp works in SP

A series of grave accidents involving Sabesp construction works in São Paulo, including a recent tragic event that led to the death of a worker and serious injuries to others, are highlighted as the company faces scrutiny.

Mar 12 • 14:56 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Rodalies will remain free until the end of March

The Rodalies train services in Catalonia will continue to be free for passengers until the end of March amid ongoing railway disruptions and construction works.

Mar 12 • 09:15 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Calgary aiming to support businesses affected by major construction projects

The City of Calgary is implementing strategies to support businesses impacted by extensive construction works, particularly the upcoming Bearspaw south feeder main replacement.

Mar 11 • 19:31 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Skyrocketing Prices Halt Public Works

The price of asphalt has surged by 34% within a week, prompting construction associations in Greece to call for immediate regulatory measures to offset costs, threatening the execution of numerous public projects.

Mar 11 • 05:43 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Old pavement revealed by construction becomes an open archaeological site in the Historic Center of Porto Alegre; see IMAGES

An old pavement dating back to 1912-1928 was uncovered in Porto Alegre during revitalization works, creating the city's first open archaeological site.

Mar 10 • 13:27 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Thessaloniki: 15 acquitted of inflated costs for works on a section of the Egnatia Odos

Fifteen defendants were acquitted by a Thessaloniki court regarding charges of inflated costs amounting to €43 million for the construction of a section of the Egnatia Odos highway.

Mar 9 • 12:59 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Restriction on 600 meters of Narcisa de Jesús Avenue due to works: here are the closing hours

There will be a 600-meter restriction on Narcisa de Jesús Avenue for construction work, coordinating traffic management to ensure smooth flow.

Mar 8 • 22:38 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

FG resumes repair on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway Tuesday

The Federal Ministry of Works in Nigeria is set to resume repairs on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, affecting traffic due to construction works at the Kara Bridge.

Mar 8 • 01:17 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VLT works cause temporary traffic changes on Avenida do Aeroporto in Fortaleza

Temporary traffic changes are being implemented on Avenida do Aeroporto in Fortaleza due to ongoing VLT construction work.

Mar 7 • 22:08 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Sarmiento train does not reach Once this Sunday due to works: how the route is affected and until when

The Sarmiento train line will not reach Once station on Sunday, March 8, due to ongoing construction work.

Mar 6 • 17:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Guarujá resumes construction on Avenida dos Caiçaras after months of halt and postpones delivery

The city of Guarujá resumes construction on the bike path on Avenida dos Caiçaras after a two-month standstill, with the completion date now pushed to August.

Mar 6 • 15:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Macro-drainage works and implementation of the permanent VLT route cause changes in vehicle flow in Calçada; understand

Construction works for macro-drainage and the installation of a permanent Light Vehicle Transit (VLT) route will temporarily alter vehicle traffic in the Calçada area of Salvador, Brazil.

Mar 6 • 11:14 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Construction Companies Will Request Public Works Aid Due to Fears of Soaring Inflation

Spanish construction companies are seeking exceptional assistance from the government to deal with rising material costs driven by inflation fears and geopolitical conflicts.

Mar 6 • 04:15 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Via Torino, merchants are angry. The councilor: "No aids"

Merchants along Via Torino are outraged by the upcoming construction that will disrupt traffic and business operations, with no financial aid proposed by local authorities.

Mar 5 • 05:58 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Public works stalled in São Paulo total more than R$ 542 million in contracts

In São Paulo, there are 34 stalled public works projects, amounting to over R$ 542 million in contracts, reflecting inefficiencies in public spending.

Mar 5 • 00:14 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Avenue in Jardim Aquarius, São José dos Campos, will have intermissions for 10 days

Partial intermissions on Avenida Salmão in Jardim Aquarius, São José dos Campos, will occur from March 4 to 14 due to commercial development works.

Mar 4 • 15:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Piauí Government announces works for Jaicós water supply system and Parnaíba reservoir

The Governor of Piauí announced significant investments in water infrastructure and drainage, including the construction of a water supply system in Jaicós and a reservoir in Parnaíba, with a total investment exceeding R$ 200 million.

Mar 3 • 17:17 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Final stage of works to inaugurate housing in a neighborhood of Escobar

The final stage of construction has been announced for a new social housing complex in Escobar, Argentina.

Mar 2 • 17:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Section under the bridge of the railway line in Uberlândia is closed for works; check alternative routes

A section of the Helena Menezes railway bridge in Uberlândia will be closed for approximately 45 days for revitalization works, affecting local traffic.

Mar 2 • 13:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Volta Redonda City Hall closes Roma x Getulândia road for construction this Monday

The City Hall of Volta Redonda is closing the Roma x Getulândia road for construction works on Monday from 1 PM to 6 PM.

Mar 2 • 13:36 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Road works in downtown Tallinn bring traffic restrictions for several months

Road construction in central Tallinn starting on March 3 will lead to traffic restrictions in various areas for several months.

Mar 2 • 11:11 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Washington Luís Highway Overpass is Closed in Mirassol for Works; See Alternative Routes

The Washington Luís Highway overpass in Mirassol will be closed from March 2 to March 16 for pedestrian safety improvements.

Mar 1 • 14:28 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Tinubu's road projects will promote regional economic growth – Umahi

The Nigerian Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, emphasizes that road construction projects under President Bola Tinubu's administration will significantly boost regional economic growth and address infrastructure deficits.

Mar 1 • 05:01 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Two Crazy Years and Then the Recession Hit – Now a Traditional Stove Manufacturer Sees Light at the End of the Tunnel: "The Cold Works in Our Favor"

A Finnish stove manufacturer, Seppälän Tiili, reflects on the deep recession affecting the construction industry but also notes a recent uptick in demand during colder winter months.

Feb 28 • 17:51 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

NGOs ask STF to block works funded by amendments causing deforestation and invasion of indigenous lands

Environmental defense entities request the Brazilian Supreme Court to halt funding for road construction that leads to illegal deforestation and invasion of indigenous territories.

Feb 27 • 19:33 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Dispute over construction at Ölduselsskóla and flights in troubled situation anew

A dispute has arisen over construction works at Ölduselsskóla in Reykjavík, leading to the cancellation of school activities, while Icelandair faced disruptions affecting numerous flights.

Feb 27 • 11:39 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Lagos shuts Lekki–Epe Expressway for repairs

The Lagos State Government has announced a total closure of the Epe-bound carriageway of the Lekki–Ajah Expressway for rehabilitation works.

Feb 26 • 21:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Works Have Begun: This is How the New Green Space Will Benefit 70,000 Residents and Promises to Transform the Northern Area of the City

Construction has started on a new park in Colegiales, Buenos Aires, which aims to provide a recreational area for over 70,000 residents.

Feb 26 • 20:50 UTC

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