What is Making Waves In the World of Civil Engineering

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August 12, 2024

The Kenya-Tanzania Connective Project

Kenya and Tanzania's cross-border trade at the Lunga-Lunga border is set to grow thanks to the new Dongo Kundu bypass, which connects to Mombasa's port. This $307 million project allows goods to move between the two countries without using the Likoni ferry. It’s part of a larger East African Coastal Corridor project funded by the African Development Bank and the EU. The bypass, which is 17.5 kilometers long, will boost connectivity, benefiting the Standard Gauge Railway and Mombasa International Airport. The project, involving impressive bridges, is nearly complete, with a formal opening ceremony to follow.

 

 

South Korea’s SGC Engineering & Construction (E&C) has won a $189 million construction contract from Saudi International Petrochemical Company (Sipchem)

 

 

Major bridge renewal works to start in Killiecrankie

Network Rail is about embark on a major bridge renewal project in Killiecrankie, Scotland. This project will take about 6 months to complete running from September 2024 to March 2025

Increase in UK Construction in Recent PMI Numbers

A Plan to Decarbonise Europe’s Cities

At the end of June, the EU's Net Zero Cities project introduced a new Climate City Capital Hub at the Cities Mission Conference in Valencia. This hub aims to raise around €650 billion to help over 100 European cities reach their 2030 carbon-neutral goals. These cities are seeking funds from both public and private investors for various net-zero and climate-resilience projects. Bankers Without Boundaries, the project's main financial partner, is advising cities on how to access this funding. Executive Director Allison Lob mentioned that their team, made up of former investment bankers, is focused on supporting environmental and public sector initiatives.

 

This Tower is Set to Become Japan’s Tallest Building

 

Tokyo's upcoming Torch Tower is set to be Japan's tallest building at 390 meters when it wraps up construction in March 2028. Located in the Tokyo Torch District, this 66-floor skyscraper will house offices, luxury residences, retail spaces, and even the first Asian outpost of the Dorchester Collection hotel. There's also the sprawling Tokyo Torch Park for leisure. Designed with advanced earthquake-resistant tech, safety is a top priority. With 173 elevators and escalators from Hitachi, moving around will be a breeze. Plus, it's aiming for top sustainability certifications. Mitsubishi Estate and renowned architects like Sou Fujimoto are behind this landmark project.

 

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