Infrastructure
McCarthy Completes $74 Million Wastewater Treatment Plant Modernization in Kansas
McCarthy Building Company announced the completion of the modernization of the Kansas River Wastewater Treatment Plant in Lawrence, Kansas, with a project investment of $74.3 million. The renovation included converting four aeration basins into biological nutrient removal basins, installing a new SCADA system, and upgrading electrical and infrastructure systems. The plant, in operation since 1956, treats approximately 80% of the city's daily wastewater. The project utilized the city's first CMAR contract model, aimed at reducing owner risk and enhancing collaboration efficiency.
U.S. Department of Transportation Allocates $1.73 Billion for BUILD Program, Covering 127 Projects
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) announced on Tuesday $1.73 billion in fiscal year 2026 grants to 127 projects through the BUILD (Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development) program. Funding covers 50 states, Washington, D.C., American Samoa, Guam, and Puerto Rico. Roads and bridges received the largest share ($1.3 billion, 77%), followed by transit projects ($169.9 million), port infrastructure ($136.8 million), and rail ($87.7 million). DOT received nearly 1,200 eligible applications, with total requested amounts exceeding $14.5 billion.
Why Cintra Focuses on Critical Infrastructure as Its Main Direction for P3 Projects
Alberto Gonzalez, head of business development at Cintra, says the U.S. infrastructure funding gap continues to widen, and private sector participation in critical infrastructure construction will become more common. He outlines the complexity and urgency conditions suitable for P3 projects, emphasizes that urban growth corridors, long-term economic prospects, and political stability are core to site selection, and notes that critical infrastructure can significantly reduce the risk of political interference in projects.
Crescent Constructors, a Zachry Company, Wins $89 Million Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion Contract in Texas
Crescent Constructors (a subsidiary of Zachry Construction) has won a wastewater treatment plant expansion project valued at approximately $89 million in Lewisville, Texas, increasing capacity from 12 million gallons per day to 16 million gallons per day.
Fluor and Walsh Joint Venture Announces Substantial Completion of Phase One of Chicago's $2.1 Billion Transit Project
The Fluor and Walsh Construction joint venture announced that Phase One of the Chicago Transit Authority's Red and Purple Line Modernization Project has achieved substantial completion. The project has a contract value of $2.1 billion and is expected to reach final delivery by November 2026.
Can the U.S. High-Speed Rail Project Break Free from Its Funding Dilemma? Experts Are Generally Skeptical
After federal funding was cut, the California High-Speed Rail Authority entered into joint development agreements with several companies to seek private investment. However, facing a funding shortfall of up to $87 billion, experts are skeptical about whether the private sector can step in to save the day. Meanwhile, cost overruns and financing failures in other private rail projects have also cast a shadow over the prospects.
Amtrak East River Tunnel renovation project maintains 2027 completion target, first tunnel expected to resume service in August
At a June progress update meeting, Amtrak revealed that the second tube of the East River Tunnel will be delayed until August due to ceiling void issues, but the overall $1.6 billion renovation project remains on schedule for completion in 2027.
Report: U.S. Military Research Facilities Severely Aging, Urgently Need Special Funding for Upgrades
An internal report from the U.S. Department of Defense, aimed at senior leadership, warns that a significant proportion of its research facilities were built before the advent of the internet, and without upgrades, the United States may fall behind in the global innovation race. The report recommends establishing special funding, raising the cap on construction projects that can be undertaken without authorization, and creating a department-wide research infrastructure database.