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World Cup 2018 stadium investments will cost Russia $6bn

The construction and modernisation of the fifteen stadiums for the needs of the 2018 World Cup in Russia will cost approx. RUB 162-199bn ($5.1-6.2bn). In addition the preparation of training centres for national teams participating in the event will cost another RUB 22bn ($674.4m). According to the research company PMR’s …

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intelligent urbanization: Messe München takes a comprehensive look at the megatrend of urbanization

Growing metropolises around the world are being forced to manage enormous infrastructure problems New exhibition concept for six trade shows relies on interdisciplinary networking through live communication and a virtual exchange Messe München International’s new “intelligent urbanization” platform is tackling the megatrend of urbanization and launching an innovative concept for …

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The Top 5 Construction Books On The Planet

There are plenty of good sources of information out there for those who want to learn more about every aspect of the construction industry. Whether you’re a student or a professional with years of experience under your belt, there’s no end to construction related knowledge.  Here are some of the …

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Volvo CE voted best place to work in Chinese construction industry

Volvo Construction Equipment has been named China’s leading place to work, winning ‘Best Employer 2012 in the Construction Equipment Industry’. The progressive company is rolling out new initiatives to stay at the top of the table – such as partnering with colleges nationwide to offer young people training and job …

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Caterpillar returns to bauma China with a drum roll

After an absence of several years, Caterpillar, one of the industry’s most important key players, is returning to bauma China: The company will occupy all of Hall N1 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre, or some 11,000 square meters of exhibition space. bauma China 2012 takes place from November …

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bauma Africa 2013: Platform for many key players

  Already, around a year before the first bauma Africa (September 18-21, 2013) gets under way at the Gallagher Convention Centre, Midrand, Johannesburg, South Africa, it is clear that the originally planned 20,000 square meters of exhibition space will have to be extended. One reason for this is the sheer …

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