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Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Awarded $28.5 Million USACE Regional Harbor Dredging Contract
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Co. LLC., Houston, Texas, was awarded a $28,460,000 firm-fixed-price contract for the Fiscal 2027 South Atlantic Division regional harbor dredge program, with a total cumulative face value of $29,928,000. Bids were solicited via the internet with three received. Work will be performed in Brunswick and Savannah, Georgia, and Wilmington, North Carolina, with an estimated completion date of April 15, 2027. Fiscal 2024, 2025 and 2026 civil works funds in the amount of $28,460,000 were obligated at the time of award. Army Corps of Engineers, Wilmington, North Carolina, is the contracting activity (W912PM-26-C-A019).
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Rare World War II bomber visits Lehigh Valley for tours and flight experiences
Two rare World War II aircraft are touching down this week at Lehigh Valley International Airport, offering the public a chance to explore aviation history up close. The B-29 Superfortress known as "Doc" and the P-51 Mustang "Gunfighter" will arrive in Allentown as part of the B-29 Doc History Restored Tour. The event runs from Thursday through Sunday, Sept. 17-20.
graphics-pro.com
SpeedPro Cape Fear announces grand opening in Wilmington market
SpeedPro, a provider of large-format printing and visual solutions, has announced the opening of its SpeedPro Cape Fear location under the ownership of local Matt Sullivan. SpeedPro Cape Fear opens at a pivotal moment for the community, with new small businesses opening across the region. The studio will work to serve local business owners, event planners, and other organizations by offering a full suite of large-format printing services including vehicle wraps, wall murals, custom signage, trade show displays, and window graphics.
wcti12.com
C-17 lands at Camp Davis South for first time in more than 20 years
CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. — A U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III has landed at Camp Davis South aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune for the first time in more than two decades. The 140-ton cargo aircraft landed alongside Canadian C-130 aircraft to support Marine Forces Special Operations Command parachute training.
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North Carolina Railroad Company invests $1M to advance rail-served industrial sites
The North Carolina Railroad Company (NCRR) will invest up to $250,000 to support the construction of a new rail spur serving Atlantic Packaging's warehouse expansion in Tabor City. Once operational, the facility is expected to receive and distribute at least 480 rail cars annually. The rail spur will connect Atlantic...
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North Carolina Railroad invests in warehouse spur
RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina Railroad will invest up to $250,000 to support the construction of a new rail spur serving Atlantic Packagin’s warehouse expansion in Tabor City, N.C. Once operational, the facility is expected to receive and distribute at least 480 rail cars annually. The rail spur will connect Atlantic Packaging’s recently acquired [...] Read More...
foodmanufacturing.com
Macomb Group Adds North Carolina Branch
Pipe, valves and fittings distributor the Macomb Group announced Monday that it has opened a new branch in eastern North Carolina. The 22,100-square-foot facility in Wilmington will serve the state’s growing coastal region, officials said, including the nearby Fayetteville and Jacksonville markets. The expansion also reflects the Michigan-based company’s continued expansion in the Southeast.
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Commercial real estate awards accepting nominations across Cape Fear region
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Cape Fear CREW is accepting nominations for its 2027 Awards of Excellence, which recognize commercial real estate projects and professionals across southeastern North Carolina. The ninth annual awards event is scheduled for March 18, 2027, at 11 a.m. at the UNCW Burney Center in Wilmington.