This afternoon in Madrid, the General Shareholders’ Meeting of the FCC Group was held, where all the proposals on the agenda were approved, including the annual accounts for the year and the distribution of a flexible dividend. The meeting was chaired by Esther Alcocer Koplowitz, the group’s chairwoman, and Pablo Colio Abril, the CEO. Both leaders took the opportunity to
Choosing the right lamp for the dining room can transform the atmosphere and functionality of the space. Learn what factors to consider to light up with style and comfort. The dining room is one of the most important spaces in a home, where family moments and gatherings with friends are shared. Lighting plays a key role in creating a warm,
White vinegar, ammonia, bay leaves, or diatomaceous earth: these are some of the natural ingredients you can use to keep your house free from cockroaches without the need for pesticides. As the weather warms up, many homes in Spain begin to encounter an unwanted visitor: the cockroach. Although harmless in appearance, their presence can cause distress to many people, in
The new Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations, initiated with the Royal Decree 1055/2022, have set a renewed scheme for the management of industrial and commercial packaging waste in Spain. ENVALORA, the Extended Producer Responsibility Collective System, has emerged as a comprehensive solution for the more than 2,600 companies that have joined the model, ensuring effective regulatory compliance and more efficient
In 2024, the focus on digitalization and sustainability has become central for the Administrator of Railway Infrastructures (Adif) and Adif High Speed, with both entities allocating around 4.5 billion euros to these areas. This funding is geared towards integrating Building Information Modeling (BIM) into their bidding process, aiming to optimize project management and lifecycle. Last year, Adif invested 2.032,5 million
The city of Porto is gearing up to welcome the 2025 edition of +Concreta, a prominent event in the field of architectural finishes and interior design. This meeting is scheduled to take place at the Alfândega do Porto Congress Center on November 6th and 7th, under the theme “Less carbon, more innovation, more future”. The event is organized by Exponor
Technological advancements in the construction machinery field have taken a significant step towards energy sustainability with the implementation of reduced friction roller bearings. These components, used in drive systems and hydraulic pumps, are designed to minimize friction by optimizing contact at the edges and surface structures, as well as improving the interior geometry of the bearings. Although bearings generally exhibit
The “Valle del Alto Henares” Association of Municipalities, which includes Cogolludo, Jadraque, and Espinosa de Henares, has officially been established during a ceremony held at the Cogolludo City Hall. This new supra-municipal entity combines a total population of 2,702 people, with the main goal of enhancing the efficiency in public service delivery, optimizing resources, and jointly addressing the challenges of
From May 21 to 24, the Higher Technical School of Building Engineering at the Polytechnic University of Valencia hosted the international congress BIM EUBIM 2025. This event, which has been a cornerstone in the construction sector in Spain for fourteen years, brought together professionals, academics, and companies to explore the implementation of Building Information Modeling (BIM). Congress attendees had the
LATAM NETWORKS has been chosen by Tres Hileras Bakery for an ambitious redesign and modernization project. This artisan bakery, hailing from Córdoba and just three years since its opening, already boasts six establishments in the city. Now, aiming to expand nationally under a franchise model, it has decided to rejuvenate its image. The redesign, led by LATAM NETWORKS, spans from
Hanit®, a firm specialized in construction solutions made from recycled plastic, successfully concluded its participation in Construmat 2025, establishing itself as a key player in the shift towards more sustainable environments. Over three days, its booth attracted professionals from the fields of architecture, engineering, and public works, who showed a high interest in the eco-friendly alternatives the brand offers over
The recent vote in the European Parliament on the simplification of the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) has sparked significant tensions, particularly concerning the exemption of aluminum. This mechanism, set to take effect in January 2026, could raise the production costs of aluminum in Europe by between 24% and 31%. This presents serious risks to the competitiveness of the sector,
