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Gilbane Building Company, alongside the University of South Carolina (USC) and key partners, officially broke ground on the School of Medicine Columbia, the first phase of the university’s new $300 million Health Sciences Campus in the BullStreet District. This transformative project will reshape health care education and research across the state. ?? Key Highlights: ? Over 300,000 square feet of medical education and research space, featuring simulation labs, classrooms, and interdisciplinary research areas. ? Part of a public-private partnership designed to accelerate innovation and collaboration in biomedical education. ? Project team includes Gilbane, BOUDREAUX, The S/L/A/M Collaborative (SLAM), Cummings Electrical, Brownstone, and Restoration 52 LLC. ?? Brian Steed, Vice President and South Carolina Business Leader at Gilbane: “This is an exciting step forward in the realization of the vision for University of South Carolina’s new Health Sciences campus. This innovative project will result in a prestigious facility that will benefit the entire state of South Carolina by creating jobs and educating the state’s future medical professionals." ?? Learn more: [https://lnkd.in/gwm9NKXG] #HigherEducation #HealthcareConstruction #USC #Gilbane #MedicalEducation #EconomicDevelopment #PublicPrivatePartnership

Komatsu Company Stores East is expanding its equipment offerings as the newest authorized dealer of ATLAS and Mantsinen Group material handlers through a strategic partnership with the SMH GROUP. ?? Highlights: ? Komatsu Company Stores East now provides material handling solutions for industries like ports, recycling, scrap metal, demolition, waste management, and logging. ? ATLAS material handlers range from 44,000 lbs to 125,000 lbs, known for fast cycle times and long service life. ? Mantsinen material handlers cover 160,000 lbs to over 900,000 lbs, offering heavy-duty solutions for large-scale operations. ?? Mike Kubas, President of Komatsu Company Stores East: “We're delighted to partner with the SMH Group and offer ATLAS and Mantsinen material handlers to our valued customers. This extensive product line is renowned for its reliability and performance in demanding applications, and we believe it will be an outstanding solution for many of our customers.” ?? Tim Hyland, Vice President of the SMH Group: “We are excited to add such a major dealer to the network. This partnership expands our reach and better serves customers across various industries.” ?? Learn more: [https://lnkd.in/grmrfSz7] #MaterialHandlers #Komatsu #ATLAS #Mantsinen #SMHGroup #HeavyEquipment #ConstructionNews #Recycling #Ports #ScrapMetal

The Mid-Atlantic and Southeast are transforming, with over $191 BILLION invested in infrastructure across Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia over the past three years. As populations grow and industries expand, these states are modernizing transportation networks, ports, and utilities to keep pace with demand. ?? Key Infrastructure Investments: ? Maryland: Upgrades to I-95 and the Howard Street Tunnel to improve freight and commuter traffic. ? North Carolina: Widening I-95 and expanding the Port of Wilmington to support trade and resilience. ? South Carolina: Major improvements to the I-26 Corridor and Charleston Harbor to fuel economic growth. ? Virginia: High-profile projects like the $2.3 billion Long Bridge expansion to boost rail mobility. ? West Virginia: Broadband expansion and bridge rehabilitations to diversify and strengthen the economy. ?? Learn more: [https://lnkd.in/g9r3-AQj] #Infrastructure #EconomicGrowth #Transportation #Construction #MidAtlantic #Southeast #RegionalDevelopment #PublicWorks #IIJA #Innovation

The Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA) selected Flatiron Construction and its joint venture partners for two major rail infrastructure projects as part of the Transforming Rail in Virginia (TRV) initiative. These projects will expand capacity, improve efficiency, and enhance reliability for passenger and freight rail along the East Coast. ?? Long Bridge-North Package – $2.3B Project ? Skanska/Flatiron Joint Venture will deliver the Progressive Design-Build phase of the new two-track Long Bridge, eliminating a critical rail bottleneck between Arlington, VA, and Washington, D.C. ? Includes new and replacement rail bridges over I-395, the Washington Channel, and Maine Avenue. ?? Franconia-Springfield Bypass – $405M Project ? Flatiron/Herzog Joint Venture will construct a 0.9-mile dedicated passenger rail bridge, reducing congestion and separating passenger and freight rail for smoother, safer travel. ? Construction began March 2024 and will last two years. ?? Jim Schneiderman, P.E., Senior VP, Flatiron: "These projects will reduce congestion and provide safer, more reliable rail service, strengthening communities in Virginia and beyond." ?? Learn more: [https://lnkd.in/gxDUz_JA] ?? #ProjectSpotlight #RailInfrastructure #Flatiron #Transportation #VirginiaRail #TransformingRail

HITT Contracting Inc. recently celebrated the groundbreaking of its new 270,000-square-foot headquarters near Washington, D.C., marking a significant milestone for sustainability, collaboration, and innovation. Designed by Gensler, this state-of-the-art facility aims to become a global benchmark for smart construction. ?? Project Highlights: ? Sustainability & Net-Zero Goals – Targeting LEED Platinum certification, powered entirely by a 100,000-square-foot solar canopy, wind turbines, and innovative energy solutions achieving net-zero energy and carbon neutrality. ? Academic Collaboration – Partnering with Virginia Tech's Coalition for Smart Construction, the facility will host a dedicated R&D hub addressing industry challenges like labor shortages, sustainable materials, and construction innovation. ? Transit-Oriented Development – Strategically located near the West Falls Church Metro station, offering sustainable transit options for over 900 local team members. ?? Kimberly Roy, CEO, HITT Contracting: "As we break ground on our new headquarters, we're laying the foundation for innovation, progress, and collaboration." ?? Learn more about this innovative project: [https://lnkd.in/grgCXZFi] #ProjectSpotlight #SustainableConstruction #SmartConstruction #HITT #VirginiaTech #LEEDPlatinum #Innovation

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore and the Maryland Department of Transportation unveiled the new design concept for the Francis Scott Key Bridge—a vital step toward rebuilding a critical transportation link for Baltimore and the state of Maryland. ?? Project Highlights: ? Reconnecting Communities – The new design restores a vital artery for thousands of commuters and commercial vehicles, ensuring seamless connections between Baltimore and surrounding communities. ? Economic Revitalization – Supports growth at the Port of Baltimore, bolstering Maryland’s role in national and global trade. ? Federal Support – Fully funded through the American Relief Act, with potential compensation from the DALI’s owner and manager to cover damages from the original bridge collapse. ?? Gov. Wes Moore: "Today, we take an important step toward recovering from the tragic Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse that has affected not just Maryland’s economy, but the nation’s economy." ?? Learn more about this major infrastructure initiative: [https://lnkd.in/d99YJ7rf] #ProjectSpotlight #Infrastructure #FrancisScottKeyBridge #MarylandTransportation #BaltimoreStrong #EconomicGrowth

Seven years after West Virginians overwhelmingly backed Governor Jim Justice’s vision for a stronger infrastructure, the $2.8 billion Roads to Prosperity program is transforming the state’s roads and bridges like never before. With nearly 1,320 projects started or completed, this initiative is creating jobs, boosting tourism, and driving economic growth across the Mountain State. ?? Key Highlights: ? Statewide Impact – Every county has benefited from essential upgrades, from bridge replacements to paving and slide repairs. ? Major Infrastructure Overhauls – Projects include a $224M upgrade of 26 bridges on Interstate 70 and a $254M expansion of Interstate 64 near Nitro, adding six lanes and new bridge spans. ? Job Creation & Economic Growth – Tens of thousands of jobs have been created, laying the groundwork for West Virginia’s rise as a global economic player. ?? Gov. Jim Justice: "Roads to Prosperity started as a promise. I promised if West Virginians said yes on the bond vote that we'd do something that had never been done before. On this anniversary, I can say that we have delivered on that promise. Prosperity is here in West Virginia." With bold leadership and teamwork from the West Virginia Department of Transportation, the state’s infrastructure is back on track, ensuring a prosperous future for generations to come. ?? Read the full article: [https://lnkd.in/gqtZ7ZJh] #Infrastructure #WestVirginia #RoadsToProsperity #EconomicDevelopment

Balfour Beatty US and the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) celebrated the early completion of the Harkers Island Bridge, a 3,200-foot-long, fixed-span structure that enhances access, safety, and traffic flow for both motorists and marine vessels. ?? Key Project Highlights: ? Opened nearly a year early due to efficient planning and execution ? Replaces two aging bridges to increase emergency access and reduce congestion ? First bridge in North Carolina to use carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) and glass fiber reinforced polymer (GFRP) for corrosion resistance in the coastal environment ?? Mark Johnnie, Balfour Beatty SVP & COO: “Constructing an overwater bridge ahead of schedule is a remarkable feat. This bridge will serve the community for decades to come.” ?? Read more: [https://lnkd.in/gRQ-jq6v] #Infrastructure #BridgeReplacement #NCConstruction #Transportation #Innovation #PublicSafety #CoastalEngineering

Clemson University officially opened new and upgraded facilities for its lacrosse, gymnastics, and rowing teams—the largest women’s sports expansion in the nation. ?? Key Highlights ? New & Upgraded Facilities – A 9,000 SF lacrosse operations center, 24,000 SF gymnastics facility, 10,000 SF elite recovery center, and a Players’ Village outdoor space. ? Enhanced Rowing Complex – A new sports medicine room and HVAC upgrades to improve athlete recovery and performance. ? A Major Investment in Women’s Sports – Clemson’s largest expansion will help elevate training, recovery, and competition for female athletes. ?? Kimberly Bailey, Senior Project Manager at Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC: "It has been an honor to lead this construction team—which included many women, Clemson students, and graduates—as we built spaces that will expand opportunities for Clemson's female student-athletes." ?? Read more: [https://lnkd.in/g3biaJCV] ??? #ClemsonTigers #WomensSports #TitleIX #SportsInfrastructure #Lacrosse #Gymnastics #Rowing #GoTigers

Robins & Morton reached the topping-out milestone for the Centra Health Langhorne Medical Center, a 126,813-square-foot, five-story medical office building that will enhance healthcare access for the Lynchburg, VA community. ?? Key Project Highlights ? ?? Comprehensive Medical Services – The facility will house pre-surgery, imaging, outpatient rehab, endocrinology, brain & spine, urology, pulmonology, and pain management. ? ?? Community Integration – Centra partnered with the City of Lynchburg to enhance access to Blackwater Creek Trail with a new entry and parking. ? ?? Modernization Plan Progress – The project is a key milestone in Centra’s long-term modernization efforts, improving proximity between physicians and patients. ??? Project Team – Robins & Morton (General Contractor) | The Haskell Company (Architect) ?? Roger Bradley MBA, MHA, CHFM, CHC, CHEP, CLSSGB, VP of Facilities Management and Construction at Centra: “This will provide our patients with better access and more opportunities for care.” ??? Completion Expected: 2025 ?? Learn more about the project here: [https://lnkd.in/g3JQp_Ak] #HealthcareConstruction #HospitalDevelopment #MedicalFacilities