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🇳🇬 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
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VLT works have beam launch near BR-324 and cause traffic changes in Salvador

The launch of beams for the VLT viaduct construction near BR-324 in Salvador is causing temporary traffic disruptions over the weekend.

Feb 26 • 20:40 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The AFA started works on the vacant lot in Pilar to try to justify the move of its headquarters

The Argentine Football Association (AFA) has initiated construction on a vacant lot in Pilar to formalize its headquarters' move, a strategy supported by Buenos Aires Governor Axel Kicillof to evade oversight by the General Inspection of Justice.

Feb 26 • 20:38 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Kalisz with the best long-distance train offer in Poland. Start of construction works on the railway bypass of the city

Kalisz is set to improve its long-distance train services, significantly reducing travel times to major cities like Poznań and Warsaw.

Feb 26 • 14:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

New interferences in the Mamédio Bittar Overpass works alter traffic in Rio Branco; see map

Interventions on the Mamédio Bittar Overpass in Rio Branco will take place in three phases, causing traffic disruptions until Friday.

Feb 25 • 21:37 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Why there are record sales but construction works have gone against the trend

The Argentine real estate market is seeing record sales while construction lags behind due to various factors, including a resurgence in mortgage lending.

Feb 25 • 11:21 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Highway between Nuporanga and São José da Bela Vista will be closed for 12 months for construction; see alternatives

A highway connecting Nuporanga and São José da Bela Vista in Brazil will be closed for 12 months due to emergency works caused by rainfall damage.

Feb 25 • 08:03 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Federal body for heritage protection halts works under the Minhocão

The Brazilian federal heritage protection agency has stopped construction works beneath the Minhocão after the discovery of tram tracks.

Feb 23 • 16:53 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

MLA took a spade and dug up the under-construction road; watch the video

BJP MLA Krishna Paswan from the Khaga constituency in Uttar Pradesh has taken a strong stand against corruption by personally overseeing and disrupting poor quality road construction.

Feb 23 • 06:26 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

A stretch of Autaz Mirim will be closed at night for Cigás works in Manaus; see when

A section of Avenida Autaz Mirim in Manaus will be closed at night for gas company Cigás construction work, starting from October 23 until March 16, 2024.

Feb 21 • 11:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Archaeologists find European pieces from the 18th and 19th centuries during works in a square in Amapá

Archaeologists unearthed historical artifacts during construction work in the Barão do Rio Branco Square in Macapá, Brazil, shedding light on aspects of local life in the 18th and 19th centuries.

Feb 20 • 09:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Vice-Governor Visits Juiz de Fora and Announces R$ 100 Million for Works in Three Cities in the Region

The Vice-Governor of Minas Gerais announced R$ 100 million in investments for infrastructure improvements in Juiz de Fora, São João del Rei, and Ponte Nova during his visit.

Feb 19 • 19:57 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Construction at Fontana Disrupted Heating System in Laugarvatn

Construction works at the Fontana spa have disrupted the hot water supply in Laugarvatn due to a drop in groundwater levels.

Feb 19 • 14:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Street in Cambuí blocked for Sanasa works this Thursday in Campinas; see diversion route

A street in the Cambuí neighborhood of Campinas will be fully blocked for construction work by Sanasa on Thursday.

Feb 19 • 11:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Lamda Development: The construction works of Riviera Galleria are progressing - Video showing the progress of the works

Construction works for the Riviera Galleria in Greece are at an advanced stage as part of the urban redevelopment of the old airport site.

Feb 18 • 13:54 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

One lane closed temporarily on Liivalaia Street

Due to construction works on Lauteri Street, one lane of traffic will be temporarily closed on Liivalaia Street starting February 20.

Feb 18 • 07:13 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Public works wage standards increase by 4.5%, exceeding an average of 25,000 yen for the first time starting March

The Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism announced a 4.5% increase in wage standards for public works, surpassing an average of 25,000 yen for the first time, in response to ongoing labor shortages in the construction industry.

Feb 17 • 07:41 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Traffic chaos on Athens Avenue caused by works on the Attica Road

Significant traffic issues are affecting Athens Avenue due to mandatory diversions from the Attica Road for maintenance work.

Feb 16 • 21:16 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Final suspension against the Maya Train: Will the works of section 5 be canceled? This is what the order says

A court has issued a definitive suspension on section 5 of the Maya Train project, mandating enhanced environmental oversight during construction.

Feb 14 • 23:19 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police investigates alleged misappropriation of public funds in BR-156 works in Amapá

The Federal Police of Brazil is investigating a suspected criminal organization involved in diverting public funds intended for road construction in Amapá during an operation dubbed 'Pedágio 2'.

Feb 13 • 22:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Works on the Labruna Bridge: Highway Illia North and Cantilo will be closed for 12 hours

Construction work on the Labruna Bridge will cause the closure of Highway Illia North and Cantilo for 12 hours starting from February 16 at 10 PM.

Feb 13 • 19:22 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Traffic and 'chaos' on the lateral of Periférico Norte: Which segment will be closed and from when?

The Naucalpan government announced that starting February 14, rehabilitation works on the lateral of Periférico Norte will begin, affecting a segment of 3.2 kilometers and expected to last about two months.

Feb 13 • 19:21 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Attica Road: Traffic regulations due to construction works

Construction work on the 'Liosia' tunnel is prompting traffic regulations on the Attica Road this weekend.

Feb 13 • 13:47 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

"No involvement from other staff" - Aichi/Yatomi Mayor apologizes over bid-related information leak incident

The mayor of Yatomi City, Aichi Prefecture, apologized for a leak of bid information connected to a public works project amidst ongoing investigations.

Feb 13 • 12:20 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Companies competing for millions in school contracts in RJ share the same employees and bosses, investigation indicates

An investigation reveals that companies vying for large construction contracts in Rio de Janeiro's state schools share personnel and leadership, indicating potential collusion.

Feb 12 • 22:50 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

'They want to do social cleansing': Sex workers resist World Cup works in Tlalpan

Sex workers in Tlalpan, Mexico City, are resisting construction projects related to the upcoming World Cup, which threaten their livelihoods.

Feb 12 • 21:27 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Crime & Justice

Aichi Prefecture's Yatomi City Director Suspected of Leaking Bidding Amounts; Contractor to Be Sent Documents as Well

The construction director of Yatomi City in Aichi Prefecture has been arrested for allegedly leaking tender amounts related to public works projects, resulting in undisclosed implications for local bidding fairness.

Feb 12 • 20:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Arrest of the Head of the Construction Department in Yatomi City, Aichi Prefecture, Suspected of Leaking Bid Amounts for Public Works

The head of the construction department in Yatomi City was arrested for allegedly leaking bid amounts to contractors involved in a public works project.

Feb 12 • 06:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Drainage Works in Cuiabá Block New Section Starting This Wednesday (11)

A section of Comandante Costa Street in Cuiabá will be closed for drainage works starting Wednesday until February 17.

Feb 11 • 20:28 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Government transfers R$ 56 million from Social Security to works at Novo MT Park

The government of Mato Grosso has redirected R$ 56.6 million meant for social security to fund the construction of Novo Mato Grosso Park in Cuiabá.

Feb 11 • 14:52 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Federal Court ends action against land leveling at Portão do Inferno in MT; understand

The Federal Court has concluded the public prosecution case aiming to suspend leveling works at Portão do Inferno, citing various irregularities in the project.

Feb 11 • 14:03 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Malawi: Contractor On M1 Road Threatens to Suspend Works Over K2.4 Billion Arrears

A contractor in Malawi has announced plans to halt construction on the M1 Road project due to unpaid arrears of K2.4 billion, which could significantly delay the project.

Feb 11 • 06:54 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Malawi: Contractor On M1 Road Threatens to Suspend Works Over K2.4 Billion Arrears

A contractor on the M1 Road rehabilitation project in Malawi has threatened to stop construction due to unpaid arrears totaling K2.4 billion.

Feb 11 • 06:54 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The eternal traffic jams due to the multiplication of works in Madrid: "Every day is hell"

Madrid is experiencing severe traffic congestion due to multiple simultaneous construction projects by the regional government and City Hall, frustrating many residents.

Feb 11 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Secretary who ran over and killed the president of the Municipal Chamber was working on road recovery in RN, says city hall

The secretary of works in São Bento do Trairi accidentally killed the president of the Municipal Chamber in a construction accident while working on local road recovery.

Feb 10 • 15:27 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Metro: Unknown delivery time for line 4

The completion date for Athens Metro Line 4 remains uncertain despite progress in tunnel construction due to delays in preliminary works for stations.

Feb 10 • 05:14 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

After the judicial fair, the cause for the works at Luna Park is reactivated

The judicial process regarding construction works at the Luna Park stadium has resumed after a previous injunction suspended the project due to concerns over historical preservation.

Feb 9 • 16:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

São Vicente will have R$ 3.4 million works against flooding

São Vicente will receive R$ 3.4 million in state-funded dredging works to combat flooding in two channels.

Feb 8 • 14:24 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Breakthrough on the northern exit from Warsaw. The first works on S7 have started

Construction works have commenced on the S7 route near Warsaw, aiming to enhance the road infrastructure with new connections and expanded lanes.

Feb 8 • 10:45 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Traffic Regulations on Kifisia Avenue Due to Construction Works

Temporary traffic regulations will be implemented on Kifisia Avenue today, February 8th, due to technical works.

Feb 8 • 09:18 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

The works that Picasso gifted to his barber begin their move to another museum in Buitrago del Lozoya

The Picasso artworks gifted to his barber are being relocated to a new museum in Buitrago del Lozoya, which is undergoing a 15-month construction.

Feb 8 • 00:17 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Avenue near Prainha will have partial blockage over the weekend in Cuiabá; see hours

Partial blockage of Avenida Generoso Ponce will occur during the weekend as part of drainage works, affecting traffic from 7 AM to 7 PM.

Feb 6 • 23:03 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Sheinbaum supervises highway modernization in Michoacán: "Mexican workers are the best in the world"

President Claudia Sheinbaum reported via social media that she oversaw highway modernization works in Michoacán, emphasizing the contributions of construction workers on the project.

Feb 6 • 19:56 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

A brick has fallen from the tower of the main church in Central Pori – the church demands immediate restoration this spring

The main church in Central Pori has experienced falling bricks from its tower, prompting urgent restoration works following a concerning inspection report.

Feb 6 • 14:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Agetran announces traffic restrictions in Campo Grande until Sunday due to works and Carnival

The Municipal Agency of Transport and Traffic (Agetran) has announced traffic blockages in Campo Grande, which will continue from Thursday until Sunday, affecting some areas until February 20 due to construction and Carnival events.

Feb 6 • 10:52 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
Crime & Justice

Royal Caribbean's works in Mahahual continue despite Profepa's suspension, groups denounce

The environmental group DMAS has reported that Royal Caribbean continues construction work, including jungle removal, in Mahahual despite an official suspension from Profepa.

Feb 5 • 22:24 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Property Under Construction: How It Works and Why It Can Be a Good Opportunity

Buying a property under construction can be more advantageous than expected, allowing buyers to follow the construction process and often customize details, with VCA Construtora offering safety and transparency in the acquisition.

Feb 5 • 18:29 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
National & Local

Traffic regulations on Vasilissis Sofias Avenue on February 7 and 8 due to works

Traffic restrictions will be in place on Vasilissis Sofias Avenue on February 7 and 8 due to construction work.

Feb 5 • 14:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Brazil Avenue is closed for drainage works in Caçapava; check the alternative route

Brazil Avenue in Caçapava is fully closed for drainage works, and alternative routes have been provided by local authorities.

Feb 4 • 12:32 UTC

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