Tag Archives: pandemic
Non-Residential Construction Starts Increase as Projects Enter Backlog

Construction starts are forecast to rise 9% in 2022, prompting Richard Branch, chief economist with Dodge Construction Network, to say he feels “reasonably positive” about the industry’s trajectory. But with many projects just now entering backlogs, some sectors may have … Continue reading
White House Launches Supply Chain Dashboard

The Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, Calif., handle 40% of containerized imports entering the United States. Typically, only a few container ships are “at anchor,” waiting to dock. On October 29, there were 75 waiting for their turn. … Continue reading
The Show Must Go On: Vitrum Returns to the Stage in Milan

The world may be eager to return to life before the pandemic, but, based on some recent trade shows, the world—at least in the glass industry—isn’t there just yet. That was true for Vitrum, which took place in Milan, October … Continue reading
New Report Sheds Light on Pandemic’s Impact On Architecture

Opportunities for architects will be centered around existing building projects in 2021 as there has been a shift toward existing building work that had already been underway, according to a recent report jointly released by the American Institute of Architects … Continue reading
Construction Employment in March Trails 2020 Mark in 35 States
According to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) of government employment data released, construction employment in March remained below March 2020 levels in 35 states despite a sizzling homebuilding market and a strong recovery from severe … Continue reading