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Last year, although the Czech construction market seemed to be heading for a major contraction, the industry showed some signs of life and the value of the market eventually remained almost unchanged in comparison with the preceding year. When almost all projects which relied on private funds ground to a …

The event scheduled at Portorose 20-22 October will focus on the construction of the national motorway system and the future for major works in the Balkans. Samoter will attend the 10th Slovenian Road and Transport Congress, the most important event in the Balkans dedicated to infrastructures, constructions and major works …

The development policies adopted by governments in the area envisage massive investments in infrastructures and tourism. The construction of more than 1 million homes is scheduled. North Africa is a market experiencing net growth and the development policies adopted by governments in the area envisage major investments in infrastructures – …

The Veronese exhibition dedicated to building and construction machinery is increasingly becoming a landmark for companies and entrepreneurs An intense calendar envisages attendance at exhibitions and events in the construction and building sector with the objective of promoting business opportunities on the most interesting markets and to establish Samoter as …

With residential and non-residential construction still subdued, cement producers in Central Europe are hoping that infrastructure upgrade investments co-financed with EU sources will help the industry in the challenging times. There are nearly 40 cement plants located in Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Romania and Slovakia, with a total …

Fourth edition of Big 5 PMV to draw top manufacturers and suppliers looking to capitalise on Middle East construction growth Demand for construction machinery in the Middle East is set to soar as the construction industry recovers from the economic downturn and the region forges ahead with major development. According …

Showcasing in Hanoi over the period 1-4 December 2010, ConBuild Vietnam will put exhibitors in right place at the right time. Singapore 16 September 2010 The enormous growth in Vietnam ’s construction sector, fuelled by a massive programme of infrastructure development along with private sector investment both local and overseas, …

Despite a harsh winter and the related work stoppages at construction sites, construction companies express slightly higher assessments of the current market situation when compared to the findings of six months ago. Even though construction activity is still hampered by numerous barriers, many companies identify some factors which have a …

Capital expenditure on the road infrastructure is poised to considerably increase in Central Europe in the coming years. However, due to the magnitude of the planned projects, not all of the tasks expected to be financed from the EU budget for 2007-2013 will be executed. Thus, the final shape of …

An exciting attraction at this year’s Interbuild Onsite (NEC, Birmingham, 17-20 October 2010) will see the Flooring Industry Trade Association (FITA) once again take a prominent role in the event with the popular Flooring Demonstration area. Delivered and supported by the organisation, which was formed by the National Institute of …