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Patrick D. Michels Elected to National Academy of Construction
Patrick D. Michels, president and CEO of Michels Corporation, will be formally inducted as a member of the National Academy of Construction in October.
Hensel Phelps Expands Water and Wastewater Capabilities with Addition of Hydro Construction
Hydro Construction joins Hensel Phelps to specialize in water and wastewater treatment.
Gary Bousquet Named Director of Engineering for San Diego County Water Authority
Gary Bousquet was named director of Engineering for the San Diego County Water Authority.
Alarian Associates Represents Seller in an Acquisition of a Water Infrastructure Services Company
Infrastructure Services Group, an investment platform in the water and sewer infrastructure sector acquired Inland Waters.
Lone Star Agrees to Acquire AOC from CVC
CVC Capital Partners is considering the sale of AOC, a producer of specialty resins.
Woolpert Fully Reopens Offices in North America with Flexible Schedule Options
Woolpert reopens its offices providing flexible work options for its employees.
Bob Westphal and Ron Halderman Inducted to the HDD Hall of Fame
Bob Westphal and Ron Halderman were inducted into the HDD Hall of Fame at the UCT Conference.
George Kurz Honored as MVP at UCT Conference
George Kurz was honored at a MVP luncheon on July 13, the first day of Underground Construction Technology conference, in Nashville, Tenn.
Felling Trailers Acquires Larson Cable Trailers
Felling Trailers acquired Larson Cable Trailers to meet the growing demands of the Larson product line.
National Trench Safety to Merge with Trench Plate Rental Company
Two leading trench safety solutions providers are merging to combine their services.
American Water Welcomes Cheryl Norton and Bruce Hauk to New Roles
American Water announces new leadership changes.
Leadership Transition for HammerHead Trenchless
Jeff Gabrielse has been named the new Managing Director of HammerHead Trenchless.
Kevin Smith Named General Manager of Ditch Witch Division
Kevin Smith was named general manager of Ditch Witch Division of The Toro Company.
PPG to Acquire Coatings Manufacturer VersaFlex
PPG is in agreement to acquire VersaFlex to expand on PPG's product offerings.
Eclipse Foundation Group Now Part of Orbital Energy Group
Orbital Energy Group announced a new subsidiary which will provide specialized drilling services to the southern U.S.
PE Launches Transition Economist and Hydrogen Economist Services
Transition Economist and Hydrogen Economist are two new services launched under PE Media Network.
United Utility Services Acquires B&B Electrical & Utility Contractors
United Utility Services has acquired B&B Electrical & Utility Contractors creating new growth opportunities for both companies.
Sauereisen Named SBA Western PA Exporter of the Year
Family-Owned company, Sauereisen, tells its story and how its history has led to an award of exporter of the year.
Kleinfelder
Kleinfelder opened a new office in Portland, Maine.
National Trench Safety
National Trench Safety LLC completed three office locations in Florida, Colorado and Washington in less than 30 days.
Gold Shovel Association Expands Board, Elects Officers
The Gold Shovel Association announces its election of board officers and expands its board of directors from 9 to 15 members, creating a more diverse and inclusive representation of the industries it serves.
Kleinfelder Completes Acquisition of Gas Transmission Systems
San Diego-based Kleinfelder Group said it has acquired utilities and pipeline services firm Gas Transmission Systems (GTS) for an undisclosed sum.
Inland Pipe Rehabilitation Announces Acquisition of Murphy Pipeline Contractors
Inland Pipe Rehabilitation announced it has completed the acquisition of Murphy Pipeline Contractors.
Vermeer Introduces New Reclaimer for Large-Diameter Pipe HDD Projects
Vermeer has launched a new reclaimer designed for HDD projects with large-diameter pipes.
Nearly $14 Billion Ready to Invest in Post-COVID Economic Recovery — Report
A new report from the Consumer Energy Alliance details nearly $14 billion worth of economic activity is being threatened by delays, obstructions and cancellations of pipeline infrastructure projects.
NASSCO Standard Bearers: Kay Doheny
This month, NASSCO Standard Bearers profiles Kay Doheny, part of a major legacy success story from Jack Doheny Companies. Her dedication to the sewer cleaning and rehabilitation industry and fervent enthusiasm for the mission of NASSCO have made significant positive impacts upon the market.
Plastics Pipe Institute Offering Bounty for Old Exhumed HDPE Pipe
The Plastics Pipe Institute is offering a reward for old exhumed HDPE pipe as part of a research project to demonstrate the material's longevity.
INGAA Appoints Amy Andryszak as New President and CEO
The Interstate Natural Gas Association of America (INGAA) announced on Wednesday the appointment of Amy Andryszak as the association's new President and CEO.
Michels Corporation Selected by TC Energy to Build Facilities on Keystone XL
Michels has been selected by TC Energy to build several pump stations along the Keystone XL pipeline.
Gas Utility Residential Satisfaction at All-Time High Despite Pandemic, J.D. Power Finds
A report released on Wednesday by J.D. Power showed that gas utility customer satisfaction is at an all-time high, even in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Intrepid Fiber breaks ground on fiber optic network in Superior, Colo.
- Excavator collides with I-95 overpass in Henrico, Va., causing multi-vehicle crash
- Shrewsbury, Mass., expands sewer inspections and cleaning efforts
- Construction worker killed in trench collapse near Prosperity, S.C.
- Two workers rescued after hours trapped in Mich. trench collapse
- WES tunnel boring machine retrieved from Oregon river after seven-month project
- Illinois overhauls Peoples Gas pipeline program, mandates focus on high-risk pipes
- Ameren Illinois to invest $140 million in natural gas pipeline replacement program
- Charlottesville, Va., to begin work on 24-inch water line for Rivanna River crossing
- Mass. governor slams Trump for ‘dangerous delay’ of $50 million in lead pipe replacement funds