The acquisition of the construction management software provider will expand the company’s addressable market and enhance revenue growth. Trimble recently announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire privately-held Viewpoint from Bain Capital in an all-cash transaction valued at $1.2 billion. Viewpoint is highly complementary to Trimble’s e-Builder business, and will extend Trimble’s …
LiftWerx and Siemens Gamesa announce up-tower lifting device
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International law firm comments on the 2018 Federal infrastructure budget
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Multiplex is one of the world’s leading construction companies. With over 5000 employees and US$4 billion (AU$5.32 billion) in revenue, it has completed over 1000 large-scale projects since 196,Read More
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A fresh grip at 90
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