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.