Fulton Hogan aims to support and empower greater diversity throughout its entire business. Image: Fulton Hogan. Fulton Hogan is supporting the upskilling and elevation of female team members, exemplified by its almost entirely female civil sub-contractor team based in Western Australia. At almost a century old, Fulton Hogan has always remained at the forefront of modernity, utilising the latest technologies and methods to produce high-quality infrastructure for its clientele. Fulton Hogan also prioritises the condition and support for its staff just as much as its equipment, an ethos that can ..read more

Image: stock.adobe.com/aFotostock In today’s landscape of risk, change, and uncertainty, the need for a rethink of how we plan, deliver, and operate infrastructure has never been more pressing. The scale and pace of threats we face, from global trends to extreme weather events, demand infrastructure that is resilient and adaptable. To fulfill infrastructure’s role in protecting lives, ensuring business continuity, and preserving the environment, we must embrace new and consistent practices. Amidst these challenges, there lies a significant opportunity to leverage technology, and digitalisation ..read more

Image courtesy of the New South Wales Government. The Federal Government has announced a $1.9 billion investment to support the delivery of future and on-going transport projects across Sydney’s west. The new funding will provide a boost for one of the nation’s fastest growing regions. This will include $500 million for Mamre Road Stage Two. This is on top of the $253.6 million already allocated by the State Government for the first stage of the project. $500 million has also been committed for works at Richmond Road, Garfield Road and Memorial Avenue, while a $400 million investment will help ..read more

Image: stock.adobe.com/Rapeepat In the upcoming July edition, we’ll be highlighting the very best when it comes to safety, in particular concerning Safety and Safety Installations. If you specialise in safe road design, the ­­installation of road safety systems such as barriers, are using innovative safety techniques to keep your workers safe and much more, we want to hear from you. Get in touch! The offer includes: 1 x Full-page advertisement in Roads & Infrastructure Magazine (ad to be supplied) 1 x Editorial piece – Roads & Infrastructure Magazine  Editorial to be written for ..read more

Image: stock.adobe.com/anankkmlMaterial sourced from Roads Australia. As Road Safety Week begins, as well as the recent confirmation of an 8.2 per cent year on year increase in the national road toll, the road transport sector is accelerating action to save lives by publishing Australia’s first Road Worker Safety Industry Guideline. Formally launched at the Roads Australia Transforming Transport Summit in Melbourne last Thursday (May 2), this guideline seeks to protect our industry’s frontline workers – those who build, operate and maintain our roads – and contribute to safer roads for al ..read more

Image courtesy of the Queensland Government. Tenders have been released to market for works on the $95 million Mount Lindesay Highway in Queensland, with the detailed design for the new south bound bridge now finalised. Tenders for the construction of upgrade works on the Mount Lindesay Highway between Johanna Street and South Street in Jimboomba will deliver safety improvements, ease congestion, and reduce travel times by widening the highway from two to four lanes, including construction of a new south bound bridge over the disused rail corridor. The construction tender process is expected t ..read more

Image courtesy of the New South Wales Government. The final tunnel boring machines (TBMs) have arrived on site for the Sydney Metro West – the largest public transport project in the nation’s history – and will be used to deliver the Eastern Tunnelling Package. Works to be delivered under the package include 3.5 kilometres of metro tunnels between future stations at The Bays and Hunter Street in Sydney’s CBD and the excavation of caverns and shafts at Pyrmont and Hunter Street Stations. John Holland CPB Contractors Ghella Joint Venture (JCG) was awarded the contract to design and build the tun ..read more

Plan B Comms works on the MINTA IN05 intersection project showed the company’s ability to coordinate and provide consultation services on a larger scale. Image: Plan B Comms. Plan B Comms has displayed its ability to cater for large utility relocation works, coordinating multiple telecommunication carriers, construction schedules and programs. Road construction can often take the centre stage and limelight when it comes to infrastructure development. Moving existing infrastructure to a future proofed location while negotiating complex requirements from utilities is often painful, costly and ti ..read more

Quality Fabrication and Engineering’s Road Ant represents the latest in forward moving aggregate spreader technology. Image: Quality Fabrication and Engineering. Quality Fabrication and Engineering’s Road Ant, a forward-moving aggregate spreader, is supporting greater safety and sustainability.  Since its initial launch, Quality Fabrication and Engineering’s Road Ant has steadily gained traction, embodying a commitment to long-term sustainability and safety. Glenn Hardiman, General Manager of Quality Fabrication and Engineering, emphasises the enduring performance and resilience not only ..read more

Image: stock.adobe.com/YouraPechkin. The Papua New Guinea Industrial and Mining Resources Exhibition and Conference (PNG Expo) will be a top event for the industry in early July. Will you be heading to Port Moresby? In Papua New Guinea (PNG), the mining industry is a strong driver of economic growth. Since the 1900s, the industry has evolved to see vast quantities of gold, copper, silver, nickel, oil, and gas extracted and exported. It’s thought to have significant reserves of minerals, including cobalt. Extractive activities represent about 25 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP) in Papua ..read more