Mack Trucks - Thu June 11, 2020
Mack Trucks, NASCAR Thank Truckers, Frontline Hospital Workers with Mack Anthem Hauler Parade
Mack Trucks, the "Official Hauler of NASCAR," recently hosted several of NASCAR's Mack Anthem haulers at its world headquarters in Greensboro, N.C., as part of its #thankatrucker campaign to recognize truckers for their hard work during the coronavirus pandemic....
Michael G. McNally, Fox Rothschild LLP - Wed June 10, 2020
What Construction Companies Need to Know About COVID-19 Related Layoffs and Multiemployer Pension Plan Withdrawal Liability
The COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically impacted the construction industry with international and domestic supply chains shut down, jobsites closed and projects delayed or outright cancelled. In response many construction companies have implemented workforce reductions....
NYC DOB - Tue June 09, 2020
NYC Restarts Non-Essential Construction
The New York City Department of Buildings released new COVID-19 safety guidelines for property owners and contractors as 33,556 non-essential construction sites get back to work as part of New York City's entrance into Phase One of New York State's reopening plan, which started June 8, 2020....
Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers - Tue June 09, 2020
Ritchie Bros. Goes Online-Only With July Mexico Auction
Due to COVID-19, Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers will conduct its upcoming Polotitlan, Mexico, auction on July 2 with online bidding only, as large crowds are restricted. Hundreds of items have already been consigned, including late-model excavators, loaders, trucks, and more — anyone interested in adding equipment to the auction can contact the site directly at +52.427.266.0909....
AGC - Wed July 08, 2020
Passage of Paycheck Protection Program Improvements Will Save Many Jobs, Protect Employers
The chief executive officer of the Associated General Contractors of America, Stephen E. Sandherr, issued the following statement in reaction to the passage of the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020:"This new law improves upon the original Paycheck Protection Program by extending the coverage period to 24 weeks, revising the ratio of percentage of expenses allowed to be forgiven up to 60 percent payroll costs and 40 percent non-payroll, extending the maturity period for the loans from two years to five, and allowing loan recipients to defer payroll taxes through the end of 2020....
Lucy Perry – CEG CORRESPONDENT - Thu June 04, 2020
Retraining Vs. Recruiting in the Times of COVID
Employing skilled labor is a process: Identifying potential workers, recruiting them and training them. The industry has dedicated resources to attracting junior-high and high-school students for careers in construction....
Irwin Rapoport – CEG Correspondent - Thu June 04, 2020
With Safety Plans in Place, Contractors Can Begin to Get Back to Work in Boston
Construction is an important part of Boston's economy and the city employs thousands of people on large, medium and small projects year-round. Back on May 5, the city had announced its plan to loosen the COVID-19 restrictions — a plan that would lead to the gradual re-opening of construction and on May 18 it followed through on that decision....
Mike Schmidt, AEM Industry Advisor Editor - Thu June 04, 2020
Positive, Objective Approach to COVID-19 Pays Dividends for Elliott Equipment Company
A little bit of positivity can go a long way during the most trying of times. The way Jim Glazer sees it, the COVID-19 pandemic has presented a seemingly never-ending set of challenges and opportunities over the course of the last few months....
Irwin Rapoport – CEG Correspondent - Mon April 20, 2020
Garner Environmental Services Erect COVID-19 Medical Emergency Shelter in 4 Days
Due to the novel coronavirus (Covid-19) flu pandemic, Harris County began planning for the construction of Harris County Non Congregate Medical Shelter (NCMS) last March to relieve pressure on the hospital system by COVID-19 patients....
AGC - Wed June 03, 2020
New Analysis Finds Composite Plans Would Have Fared Better During The Coronavirus Than Traditional Multi-Employer Retirement Plans
A new study released June 2 finds that composite retirement plans would have fared better during the coronavirus pandemic and related market declines than traditional defined-benefit multi-employer plans, allowing participants to receive higher benefits and attracting more employer participants....
