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New podcast series tackles the tough issues facing New Zealand’s industries
Robotics

New podcast series tackles the tough issues facing New Zealand’s industries

Metal industry leaders will debate productivity, sustainability and AI in a free new podcast aimed at New Zealand businesses.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Apr 2019
How the Australian water industry is transforming the world from down-under
Smart Cities

How the Australian water industry is transforming the world from down-under

With population growth and climate change mounting, utilities are rolling out new operations, reuse and safety measures to secure future supply.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 3rd Mar 2019
Fuji Xerox staff stick to their guns in second day of strike action
Fuji Xerox

Fuji Xerox staff stick to their guns in second day of strike action

Fuji Xerox staff across New Zealand strike for a second day over pay, rejecting a 2% raise that won't be backdated to 2018 amid financial losses.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Feb 2019
KiwiRail back on track
Customer Experience

KiwiRail back on track

Reopening of the Main North Line helped lift KiwiRail's half-year revenue 12% to GBP £328.8 million and surplus to GBP £16.3 million.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 22nd Feb 2019
World’s first underground hotel opens in Shanghai
Construction

World’s first underground hotel opens in Shanghai

Visitors can now stay in a hotel carved into an abandoned Shanghai quarry, after decade-long construction overcame engineering setbacks.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 5th Feb 2019
Pipeline innovations combat drought losses
Agricultural Technology

Pipeline innovations combat drought losses

Severe drought is accelerating demand for leak detection and pipe refurbishment as Australia tries to protect water supplies across vital networks.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 1st Feb 2019
China’s Tallest Skyscraper Announced
Energy efficient

China’s Tallest Skyscraper Announced

Shenzhen’s skyline is set for a new landmark, with the 701-metre tower poised to become the world’s third tallest building.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 24th Jan 2019
Wood composite for electric fence posts
Sustainability

Wood composite for electric fence posts

Farmers could save on insulators as a wood-plastic fence post is said to be stronger, longer-lasting and easier to handle than timber alternatives.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Jan 2019
Adelaide project a real corrosion love story
Manufacturing

Adelaide project a real corrosion love story

The £620 million Darlington Upgrade Project is testing coatings and construction methods meant to protect Adelaide’s new motorway for decades.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Thu, 25th Oct 2018
Southern Hemisphere’s largest corrosion conference to be held in Adelaide
Sustainability

Southern Hemisphere’s largest corrosion conference to be held in Adelaide

Corrosion damage costs industry and governments billions each year, making the Adelaide gathering a key forum for prevention and repair.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 10th Sep 2018
Digging in for tunnel durability
Auckland Transport

Digging in for tunnel durability

Durable materials and careful route planning are becoming central to 100-year tunnel designs as cities push more infrastructure underground.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Thu, 30th Aug 2018
‘Year in Infrastructure 2018’ awards finalists announced
Smart Cities

‘Year in Infrastructure 2018’ awards finalists announced

Fifty seven projects from 340 user organisations worldwide have made Bentley’s annual awards shortlist, with winners due to be named in London in October.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Fri, 24th Aug 2018
Revolution Fibres gains aerospace certification
Engineering

Revolution Fibres gains aerospace certification

Auckland nanofibre maker Revolution Fibres is tripling output as renewed aerospace certification opens doors to wider international demand.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Jun 2018
World’s longest sea bridge soon to open
Construction

World’s longest sea bridge soon to open

After nearly eight years of delays and cost overruns, the 55-kilometre crossing will cut travel times by 60 per cent for millions.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Jun 2018
Prestigious infrastructure competition calls for submissions
Smart Cities

Prestigious infrastructure competition calls for submissions

Entries close on 30 April for awards that give infrastructure projects global exposure and a chance to be showcased in London.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 19th Mar 2018

Global Stories

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Taking a look at the growing trend of text analytics
Data Analytics

Taking a look at the growing trend of text analytics

Using text analytics, engineers can extract more value from raw text and combine it with sensor data and ML to improve a range of functions.

By Seth DeLand • 4 min read • Wed, 23rd May 2018
Aconex shareholders vote in favour of Oracle acquisition
Software

Aconex shareholders vote in favour of Oracle acquisition

Aconex shareholders have overwhelmingly approved Oracle's AUD $7.80 per share acquisition offer, valuing the deal at USD $1.2 billion.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 15th Mar 2018

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