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Takeuchi debuts TB3150R and concept machines
New compact excavator, forward-looking concepts and 40-year CTL milestone …

Volvo showcases renewed lineup and $1.2B North American investment
Expanded machine portfolio, integrated digital services and localized manufacturing …

CASE doubles down on iron and intelligence
More than 40 machines and a unified digital technology …

Trimble and Hyundai partner on fast-track upgrade from 2D to 3D grade control
New collaboration enables contractors to retrofit select Hyundai excavators …
Strong demand for building sustainability standards: BREEAM
The UK-based certification saw growth in the U.S. in 2025, and is particularly strong in industrial facilities due to its ability to support value creation in triple-net lease portfolios, BRE Global says.

Littlejohn–GDS Deal Targets Planning Bottleneck Slowing U.S. Grid Projects
Private equity firm Littlejohn is backing grid consultant GDS as interconnection queues and power demand reshape when transmission, generation and substation projects reach construction. ]]>
Interest rates and policy risks cloud Wisconsin construction in 2026
Wisconsin’s construction industry outperformed the national average in 2025, though uncertainty around interest rates has left the outlook for this year mixed.
Southwire Announces Strategic Investment in Verdigris
The investment reflects Southwire’s commitment to advancing power delivery for next-generation computing environments.
iPic Theaters Files for Chapter 11, Seeks Buyer
Citing subpar box office performance and competition from streaming services, luxury dine-in cinema and restaurant chain iPic Theaters has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in its home state of Florida. The company has issued layoff notices for all its locations and may close them if a buyer is not found by April 28. “After exploring ... The post iPic Theaters Files for Chapter 11, Seeks Buyer appeared first on Connect CRE .
Return to Lender: Week of March 5, 2026
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