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Modular timber building system shows exceptional earthquake resistance in full-scale University of Auckland testing
- Jun, 03, 2026
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- New Zealand, Auckland
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A full-scale earthquake simulation carried out at the University of Auckland has shown that a newly developed modular timber building system can withstand major seismic loading, drawing strong interes...
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Danjiang Bridge opens in Taiwan: world-record single-mast design transforms Tamsui River crossing
- Jun, 01, 2026
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- Taiwan
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Taiwan has officially opened the Danjiang Bridge, a major new infrastructure project recognized as the world’s longest single-mast asymmetric cable-stayed bridge. The structure spans the mouth of the...
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One London: A landmark project shaping the capital’s next chapter
- Jun, 01, 2026
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- United Kingdom
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Aroland Holdings, advised by Perennial Holdings, Stanhope and Eric Parry Architects, has introduced plans for One London, a skyscraper set to become the tallest tower in the City of London.Named One L...
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Africa’s longest bridge: Cairo’s Iconic 6th October Bridge
- May, 24, 2026
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- Egypt
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Few infrastructure projects are as visually striking as bridges. Beyond their appearance, they play an important role in connecting cities, regions, and, in some cases, entire countries. Africa is ho...
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Chongqing’s “Crystal” skybridge: A 300-metre horizontal skyscraper suspended between four towers
- May, 17, 2026
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- China, Chongqing
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China’s Raffles City Chongqing development features a 300-metre-long structure known as The Crystal, a horizontal skybridge that connects several towers high above the city. Often described as a “hori...
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Morocco’s 250-metre Mohammed VI Tower officially opens as nation’s tallest building
- May, 10, 2026
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- Australia, Sale
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Standing 55 storeys high and inspired by the shape of a rocket, the Mohammed VI Tower has officially opened in Salé, becoming the tallest building in Morocco. The striking skyscraper was designed by a...
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Manchester’s skyline on the rise: set to become Europe’s fourth tallest city by 2030
- May, 03, 2026
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- United Kingdom, Manchester
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Manchester is set to rise in Europe’s skyline rankings, with projections suggesting it could become the continent’s fourth “tallest city” by 2030. Currently placed seventh, the ranking is based on how...
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Work to start in August on Ireland’s future tallest tower
- Apr, 23, 2026
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- Ireland, Dublin
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Construction on the long-anticipated apartment development on Parkgate Street in Dublin is set to get underway in August, with work beginning first on its signature 30-storey tower. The project is bei...
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Car-free living in Helsinki: new bridge puts bikes and pedestrians first
- Apr, 17, 2026
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- Finland, Helsinki
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In a newly developed district of Helsinki, a new bridge has been introduced to support pedestrian and cycling mobility. The 1.2-kilometer Kruunuvuorensilta connects the island of Laajasalo to the city...
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Morocco presents Mohammed VI Tower, Africa’s second tallest skyscraper
- Apr, 14, 2026
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- Morocco, Rabat
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Morocco has inaugurated the Mohammed VI Tower in Rabat, which is among the tallest buildings in Africa and part of the Bouregreg Valley Development Project. The tower was officially opened earlier thi...
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