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First off-site multi-storey modular building in Latin America

Level Building is the first off-site multi-story modular building in Latin America. This project was made possible by Brasil ao Cubo, a construction technology startup in which Gerdau holds an ownership interest as part of its New Business division, Gerdau Next.

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May constructsteel newsletter

An interview with Duncan Swinhoe, Managing Principal at Gensler, on developing a Zero Energy House with constructsteel. Plus, the latest construction market trends, insights on construction material distribution, and an overview of the top steel construction news.

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April constructsteel newsletter

An update on fire safety and the use of combustible materials. Learn more about InQuik and the future of bridge design. Plus, insights on decarbonisation in the cement industry.

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March constructsteel newsletter

This month sees a message from Terrence Bussutil – Head, constructsteel – on members, dedicated working groups, and expanding the construction ecosystem.

Walvis Bay Port
Infrastructure

Walvis Bay port expands southern Africa’s logistical capacity

Sited on reclaimed land, the new facility is bordered by 600 metres of new quay wall that enables a water depth in the port of 16.5 metres.

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February constructsteel newsletter

This month’s special topic is how global construction programmes can make a difference at country level.

Artist's rendition of Chacao Bridge
Infrastructure

South America’s longest suspension bridge will be earthquake resistant

In one of the most challenging engineering projects ever undertaken, Chile is building a unique steel-built suspension bridge near the site of the strongest earthquake ever recorded.

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Infrastructure

Multidirectional lift system reinvents urban mobility

Engineers at TK Elevator have created an innovative multidirectional lift system that could revolutionise urban mobility and the design of large buildings.

Christchurch skyline, New Zealand
Civic & industrial

Rebuilding Christchurch – making a city more disaster prepared

Even for a city with experience of earthquakes, the 6.3 magnitude tremor that struck Christchurch in February nine years ago was unprecedented in its impact.