Washington, D.C. – Adrienne Camire has stepped down as acting and deputy administrator of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) just two weeks after assuming the role. No official reason has been provided for Camire’s sudden departure. Previously, she served as chief counsel for the Federal Highway Administration during President Donald Trump’s first term. […]
New York – Fatalities among construction workers in New York state surged by 48% in 2023 compared to the previous year, leading to an 8.3% rise in the industry’s fatality rate, according to the latest Deadly Skyline report from the New York Committee for Occupational Safety and Health (NYCOSH). Analyzing data from the New York […]
Arlington, VA – A recent study conducted by the International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA) and J. J. Keller & Associates Inc. found that nearly half of workers refuse to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) either because they don’t want to or don’t believe it is necessary. Despite 70% of employers regularly discussing PPE, 75% still […]
Baltimore, MD – March 23, 2025 – The Maryland Transportation Authority did not complete a recommended vulnerability assessment that could have identified the Francis Scott Key Bridge as being at high risk of collapse from a ship strike, according to federal investigators. The bridge collapsed last year after the cargo ship Dali lost power and […]
OTTAWA – Canada’s 45th general election officially kicked off Sunday (March 23), with party leaders emphasizing national pride, economic resilience, and a firm stance against U.S. President Donald Trump’s economic tactics. Liberal Leader Mark Carney set the campaign in motion by visiting Gov. Gen. Mary Simon to dissolve Parliament and announce the April 28 election […]
OTTAWA – Federal party leaders spent their first full day on the election campaign trail outlining their economic plans, with a strong focus on tax cuts, financial transfers, and skilled trades training. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre unveiled a plan for a middle-class tax cut, pledging to lower the lowest income tax bracket by 2.25 percentage […]
OTTAWA – As the five-week election campaign officially begins, federal party leaders are hitting the ground running, making key stops across the country to rally support. Liberal Leader Mark Carney will emphasize Canadian unity and resilience with a campaign stop in Gander, Newfoundland—a town known for its incredible hospitality when it sheltered thousands of stranded […]
Cincinnati, OH – While predicting the future isn’t easy, ConstructConnect’s experts provide invaluable insights to help industry professionals stay ahead. Twice a year, ConstructConnect hosts a 90-minute webcast, delivering a detailed economic outlook for the construction sector. The panel features leading economists from ConstructConnect, the American Institute of Architects (AIA), and the Associated General Contractors […]
Orlando, FL – The 2025 Iron Workers/Ironworker Management Progressive Action Cooperative Trust (IMPACT) Conference saw record-breaking attendance, with approximately 1,200 union workers, contractors, business owners, and industry leaders coming together to discuss the future of construction. The event focused on industry advancements, safety improvements, and business growth strategies. Unprecedented Attendance & Key Industry Topics The […]
Laval, Quebec – A tragic accident at a hand car wash in Laval’s Pont-Viau district claimed the life of one worker and left another person injured earlier this week. Incident Details The crash occurred on Tuesday, just before 11 a.m., at Lave Auto Pont Viau, near the intersection of Laurentides and Concorde boulevards, according to […]