Tag: Construction Industry
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Enugu Reclaims N1.28 Billion from Sujimoto, Vows to Recover Balance
Enugu Reclaims Funds Linked to Sujimoto Case The Enugu State government has disclosed the recovery of about N1.28 billion from the chief executive officer of Sujimoto Luxury Construction Limited, Olasijibomi Ogundele, as part of ongoing investigations linked to the company’s operations. The development follows scrutiny by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) into financial…
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Why Malaysia’s Push to Ban Asbestos in Construction is Heating Up Again
Rising concern over asbestos in Malaysia’s construction sector Malaysian workers, consumer advocates, and public health groups are renewing the push for a comprehensive ban on asbestos in construction. After years of debate, several influential groups — including a workers’ union and a consumer watchdog — are insisting that Malaysia cannot risk more lives by allowing…
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Dangote Cement Honours Partners at 2026 Customer Awards Night in Lagos
Big Night for Partners and Pioneers Under the shimmering lights of Lagos, Dangote Cement marked a milestone by honoring its partners at the 2026 Customer Awards and Gala Night. Hosted at the iconic Eko Hotel and Suites on Victoria Island, the event brought together a diverse group of customers, distributors, suppliers, and Dangote Cement staff…
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Arrest warrant issued for alleged scammer claiming to be Gold Coast builder’s nephew
Overview: arrest warrant in a growing Gold Coast scam case An arrest warrant has been issued in connection with a scam believed to target homeowners on the Gold Coast. The accused is said to have posed as the nephew of a well-known local builder, leveraging family ties to win trust and secure upfront payments for…
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John Setka Charged Over Threatening Emails to CFMEU Admin
Former CFMEU figure arrested on seven charges The Australian labor landscape is once again in the spotlight as former construction union leader John Setka was arrested this morning and charged with seven offenses related to threatening emails. Setka, 61, is accused of sending messages intended to intimidate the administrator appointed to oversee the CFMEU’s construction…
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SRL executives spent over $330k on tunnelling conferences to woo builders
Overview: SRL’s global outreach and the tunnelling strategy The Suburban Rail Loop (SRL) has been a flagship project in regional mobility planning, proposing a long-anticipated rail corridor designed to transform commuting patterns. In a bid to secure expertise, partnerships, and political support, SRL executives have spent more than $330,000 attending international tunnelling conferences, meeting foreign…
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ICE Enforcement Sends a Chill Through the Construction Industry
Introduction: A Growing Chill at Construction Sites Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) actions are reverberating through the construction industry, where labor shortages and tight schedules already test the limits of project management. In cities across the United States, contractors report heightened anxiety as crews, subcontractors, and compliance officers grapple with policy changes, worker eligibility, and…
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ICE Sends a Chill Through the Construction Industry: Unpacking the Impact on Projects and Workers
Introduction: A chilling effect on a steady industry Immigration enforcement has long been a disruptive, if unpredictable, factor for the construction sector. In recent months, a wave of enforcement actions and policy shifts has brought a palpable chill to sites across the country. Large projects, daily crew logistics, and the reputational risk of compliance missteps…
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Latvia Construction Costs Rise 2.1% Year-on-Year: What’s Driving the Surge
Overview: Latvia’s Construction Costs Edge Up 2.1% Year-on-Year Latvia’s construction costs continued to climb in the latest year, posting a 2.1% increase compared with September 2024. While prices for building materials edged up only slightly by 0.2%, the main drivers of the rise were shifts in labour remuneration and machinery costs. The newest data paint…
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Latvia’s Construction Costs Rise 2.1% Year-on-Year in Q3 2025 Driven by Labour Remuneration
Overview: Construction Costs in Latvia Climb 2.1% in Q3 2025 Latvia’s construction sector continued to face upward pressure in the third quarter of 2025, with the overall level of construction costs rising by 2.1% compared with the same period in 2024. The main driver of this increase was higher labour remuneration, particularly for workers involved…