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How climate change is taking its toll on bridges
Could a spate of high-profile bridge collapses to have hit the headlines this year be linked to climate change?
OSHA proposes rule to clarify PPE standard
OSHA looking to revise the personal protective equipment standard in construction 
The engineering challenges of Grand Paris Express, Europe’s largest transport infrastructure project
Société du Grand Paris boss, Bernard Cathelain, tells KHL’s Lucy Barnard about the engineering challenges behind Europe’s largest transport infrastructure project
Why ignorance is not bliss when it comes to scaffolding
David Glabe asks: Since all workers involved with the design, erection and use of scaffolds must be trained, how is it that scaffolds are so poorly designed, erected and used?
JLG sets the standard with an all-female team
Eight leading women in access aim to inspire others at IPAF Summit and IAPAs
The countries that are amending building codes to limit construction carbon emissions
A small but growing number of countries have either implemented or are preparing to introduce changes to their building codes to limit carbon emissions.
Achieving peak efficiency in diesel technology
Engine manufacturers have been steadily improving diesel technology, reducing emissions and also improving fuel economy
Demolishing stereotypes: The women working for gender equality in demolition
Women in the industry talk to D&Ri about their experiences
Comment: Trackunit’s Soeren Brogaard responds to concerns about the EU Data Act
Soeren Brogaard on what the Act means for construction
How construction can avoid allegations of ‘greenwashing’
Bureau Veritas pubishes guide to assessing green claims
Hitachi welcomes AI technology update to Europe’s Machinery Directive
New safety rules will regulate connectivity, autonomy, and data dependency
What climate pledges are being made in construction?
Hourly wage for construction soars
20,000 hired last month alone but construction vacancies still outpacing hires, warns AGC 
Kobelco suspends some machine sales in Europe
Temporary stop on certain crane and excavator sales due to Hino engine emission certification issue
How is construction becoming more sustainable?
Sustainable practices in construction are on the up, and the industry is adopting new technologies to reduce emissions
Crane industry responds to “unworkable” new EU regulations
Crane industry brands parts of the new EU Machinery Regulations as “completely unworkable”
United report shows emissions down 9%
Report covers 2021 wins in ESG, governance and diversity
Controversy over Skanska loader crane ban
Industry association warns of far-reaching consequences for contractor’s hydraulic truck loader crane ban
50% of construction workers have seen ‘obvious discrimination’
New report reveals that the depth of discrimination issues in the construction industry 
How can construction develop a Circular Economy?
Branislav Simovic, Despina Kallidromitou and Elisa Maceratini discuss the development of a Circular Economy in construction
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