$837 Million PhilaPort Expansion to Create More Than 6,000 Jobs and Increase Cargo Capacity

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro announced an $837 million investment in the Port of Philadelphia (PhilaPort) on October 13, 2026, supporting the largest expansion in the port's history. The investment

Friends of Labor to Host Annual Tribute Dinner This October

The Friends of Labor will host its annual Tribute Dinner on Saturday, October 24, at the Hilton Philadelphia at Penn's Landing, bringing together members of the labor and business

Volunteers and Judges Needed for 2026 Block Kids Building Competition & Trades Fair

The 2026 Block Kids Building Competition & Trades Fair is seeking judges and volunteers for its upcoming event on Saturday, November 7, at Sheet Metal Hall in Philadelphia. The

CBIZ Hosts Mid-Atlantic Construction Summit This October

CBIZ is hosting its Mid-Atlantic Construction Summit on October 20, bringing together contractors, finance and accounting professionals, and construction industry leaders to discuss the current and future state of

Philadelphia Inquirer Highlights Mental Health Efforts Across the Construction Industry

A recent Philadelphia Inquirer article takes an in-depth look at mental health in Philadelphia’s construction industry, highlighting both the challenges facing construction workers and the growing efforts across the

Join Saul Ewing for the 2026 Real Estate & Construction Conference

Saul Ewing will host its 2026 Real Estate & Construction Conference bringing together industry leaders and professionals for a day of discussion around the trends, opportunities, and challenges shaping

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Dr. Kirk A. Nooks Visits EAS Carpenters Philadelphia Technical Center

The Eastern Atlantic States Carpenters Technical Centers recently celebrated an important milestone in their accreditation journey, welcoming Dr. Kirk A. Nooks, President and CEO of the Council on Occupational

Support the 2026 Excavation & Trench Training Day

The Mid Atlantic Construction Safety Council (MACSC) is seeking sponsors for the 2026 Excavation & Trench Training Day. The summit will bring together contractors, utility companies, safety professionals, and

The BUILD Conference 2026: Building the Future of Southern New Jersey

Join the Southern New Jersey Building Trades Council and the Signatory Contractors Association (S.C.A.) for The BUILD Conference 2026, a free professional development event bringing together leaders from across