Construction Industry News

KATY, Texas and WESTMINSTER, Colo. (Sept. 16, 2025) — Kobelco Construction Machinery U.S.A. and Trimble announced an expanded collaboration that makes the Trimble Earthworks grade control platform 2D guidance and control systems available directly through select Kobelco dealers in North America.

FAIRFAX, Va. (Sept. 17, 2025) — The National Utility Contractors Association (NUCA) issued the following statement by NUCA Vice President of Government Affairs Zack Perconti on the passage of the Promoting Innovation in Pipeline Efficiency and Safety (PIPES) Act of 2025 in the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee:

WASHINGTON (Sept. 16, 2025) — Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) reported that its Construction Backlog Indicator fell from 8.8 months in July to 8.5 months in August, according to an ABC member survey conducted Aug. 20 to Sept. 3. The reading is up 0.3 months since August 2024.

Kenosha, Wis. (Sept. 12, 205) — The National Equipment League (NEL) has launched its third season with two events now available to view online, and new apps and channels launching to expand the league’s viewership.

Vienna, Va. (Sept. 10, 2025) — The Construction Management Association of America (CMAA) announced the recipients of its 2025 Industry Honors Individual Recognition Awards.

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (Sept. 9, 2025) — Fleetio, a fleet maintenance and optimization platform, announced an integration with John Deere Operations Center, expanding its original equipment manufacturer (OEM) ecosystem and providing heavy equipment fleets with a simpler way to centralize data and stay ahead of maintenance.

PASADENA, Calif. (Sept. 9, 2025) — Bluebeam, a developer of solutions and services for architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) professionals worldwide, announced results from their 2025 State of Men's Health in Construction survey, revealing a critical health gap on jobsites across the U.S. The findings show that more than 65% of male construction workers have never been screened for prostate cancer, and 81% report delaying screenings.

The AIA/Deltek Architecture Billings Index for July 2025.

WEST BEND, Wis. (Aug. 28, 2025) — Manitou has launched five all-new large-frame skid steers and compact track loaders ranging in operating capacity from 3,250 pounds to 3,600 pounds.

SAVANNAH, Ga. (Aug. 26, 2025) — JCB North America (JCB) announced its partnership with the National Hispanic Contractors Association (NAHICA), reinforcing its commitment to advancing Hispanic participation, leadership and entrepreneurship in U.S. construction.

WASHINGTON (Aug. 14, 2025) — Construction input prices increased 0.4% in July compared to the previous month, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Producer Price Index data released today. Nonresidential construction input prices also increased 0.4% for the month.

The American Concrete Institute (ACI) announced the launch of its updated learning management system (LMS) for ACI University.

Caterpillar announced its new Cat 140 LVR Motor Grader, upgrading it to the next-generation platform. The new model will launch in early 2026.

McClure Engineering, a St. Louis-based mechanical and electrical consulting engineering firm, hired Lisa Whealon as its new chief operating officer.

Teletrac Navman announced the results of its Mobilizing the Future of Fleets: 2025 Equipment Management Edition.

Stellar Industries promoted Tim Worman to director of product management and inside sales.

ANA Inc. ranks on the 2025 Inc. 2025 list. This is the fourth consecutive year the company has been recognized.

Ditch Witch announced several strategic actions to support future growth. The Toro company sold the Trencor business and auger boring line of the American Augers business.

BOSTON (Aug. 7, 2025) — The Dodge Momentum Index (DMI), issued by Dodge Construction Network, grew 20.8% in July to 280.4 from the upwardly revised June reading of 232.1. Over the month, commercial planning grew 14.2% while institutional planning expanded 35.1%. Year-to-date, the DMI is up 27% from the average reading over the same period in 2024.  

Pitts Trailers added Crystal Washington as its new supply chain manage