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See - Sada Elbalad
14 hours ago
- Politics
- See - Sada Elbalad
Special Train Departs from Cairo to Facilitate Voluntary Return of Sudanese Refugees
Ahmed Emam A special train carrying Sudanese nationals is set to depart from Cairo's main railway station today, heading to Aswan as part of a coordinated effort to support the voluntary return of Sudanese citizens and their families to their homeland. This initiative underscores the enduring historical ties and strong fraternal bonds between the peoples of Egypt and Sudan. The Egyptian National Railways Authority (ENR) announced the continued operation of this dedicated service to facilitate the return of Sudanese citizens who wish to go back voluntarily. Train No. 1940, a third-class air-conditioned service, will depart Cairo at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, July 28, and is scheduled to arrive at the High Dam Station in Aswan at 11:40 p.m. that evening. The return trip, Train No. 1945, will depart Aswan at 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 29, and arrive back in Cairo at 9:25 a.m. the following morning. An additional luggage carriage has been attached to the train to accommodate the personal belongings of passengers, ensuring comfort and convenience during their journey. This initiative follows directives from Lieutenant General Kamel El-Wazir, Deputy Prime Minister for Industrial Development and Minister of Industry and Transport, who instructed Egyptian National Railways officials to provide all logistical support and services necessary to ensure a safe and dignified journey for Sudanese travelers. The effort reflects Egypt's longstanding humanitarian and national role in supporting neighboring nations, especially Sudan. ENR reaffirmed its full commitment to assisting Sudanese citizens residing in Egypt and extended its wishes for a safe journey and honorable return to their homeland, in the spirit of shared destiny and regional solidarity between the two Nile Valley nations. read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News Israeli-Linked Hadassah Clinic in Moscow Treats Wounded Iranian IRGC Fighters Arts & Culture "Jurassic World Rebirth" Gets Streaming Date News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Business Egyptian Pound Undervalued by 30%, Says Goldman Sachs Arts & Culture South Korean Actress Kang Seo-ha Dies at 31 after Cancer Battle Sports Get to Know 2025 WWE Evolution Results Arts & Culture Lebanese Media: Fayrouz Collapses after Death of Ziad Rahbani
Business Wire
17-07-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Sevan Earns 12 th Consecutive Great Place to Work ® Certification and Secures Spot on ENR's 2025 Top Firms List
DOWNERS GROVE, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sevan Multi-Site Solutions, Inc. (Sevan) has once again been recognized as a Great Place to Work ® and ranked on Engineering News-Record's (ENR) 2025 lists of top Program and Construction Management Firms. This marks Sevan's 12th consecutive year as a certified Great Place to Work and its 8 th straight year earning a spot on ENR's national lists. Sevan ranked No. 45 among the Top 50 Program Management Firms and No. 71 in the Construction Management/PM-for-Fee category—highlighting its consistent performance in a competitive, fast-paced market. 'These recognitions are a testament to our incredible team,' said Jim Evans, Founder & CEO of Sevan. 'From day one, our vision has been to be the best in the world at delivering innovative, multi-site solutions. That vision only works when people are empowered, supported, and passionate about what they do. I'm proud of what we've built together—and even more excited about where we're headed.' The Great Place to Work ® Certification is based entirely on employee feedback collected through the Trust Index™ Survey, which measures trust, engagement, and workplace culture. Sevan's 12-year streak reflects its long-term investment in its people, especially notable in an industry known for high demands and tight deadlines. ENR ranks firms annually based on revenue and project impact. Sevan's continued placement demonstrates consistent results and strengthens its position as a trusted partner for national brands managing fast-paced, multi-site programs. About Sevan Sevan is a leading provider of site development, design, program management, and construction services for organizations operating across multiple locations. Trusted by some of the world's top brands, Sevan is committed to accelerating project timelines and improving efficiency in high-quality program rollouts that maximize client returns. As a veteran-owned company, the firm serves clients in the restaurant, grocery, fuel and convenience store, retail, healthcare and pharmacy, housing, and government sectors nationwide. For more information about Sevan and its comprehensive suite of services, please visit
See - Sada Elbalad
09-07-2025
- Business
- See - Sada Elbalad
Egypt's Railway Ticketing System Restored After Ramses Central Fire Disruption
Taarek Refaat Egyptian National Railways (ENR) has fully restored its electronic train booking system, following a temporary disruption caused by the fire that broke out at the historic Ramses Central Telecommunications Building earlier this week. According to a well-informed source, train reservation services have returned to normal operations, both online and at physical ticketing outlets, after firefighting teams brought the blaze under control. The incident had briefly impacted the digital infrastructure supporting Egypt's national railway booking platform. 'There was a partial outage in the early hours of the fire, but system engineers acted quickly to reroute and stabilize booking operations,' the source said. Minimal Impact on Passengers Despite the disruption, the railway authority emphasized that no train schedules were affected, and passengers who had difficulty booking tickets were assisted through alternative methods. The issue mainly affected online reservations and digital ticketing terminals at select stations. The temporary disruption was due to internet and communications outages linked to the Ramses Central Exchange, which also impacted sectors such as banking, utilities, and stock trading. A Symbolic Infrastructure The Ramses Central building, located in downtown Cairo, is not only a critical telecommunications hub but also a symbol of Egypt's digital backbone, handling a significant volume of fixed-line and internet traffic across Greater Cairo. Civil protection authorities successfully contained the fire without casualties, and restoration efforts began immediately afterward in coordination with multiple government bodies. Railway Operations Uninterrupted Egypt's railway operator confirmed that train services continued uninterrupted, and any technical issues experienced were limited to the reservation system, not the actual transport network. 'Train traffic was never halted. The disruption was isolated to the booking system and has now been resolved,' a spokesperson for the railway authority said. read more CBE: Deposits in Local Currency Hit EGP 5.25 Trillion Morocco Plans to Spend $1 Billion to Mitigate Drought Effect Gov't Approves Final Version of State Ownership Policy Document Egypt's Economy Expected to Grow 5% by the end of 2022/23- Minister Qatar Agrees to Supply Germany with LNG for 15 Years Business Oil Prices Descend amid Anticipation of Additional US Strategic Petroleum Reserves Business Suez Canal Records $704 Million, Historically Highest Monthly Revenue Business Egypt's Stock Exchange Earns EGP 4.9 Billion on Tuesday Business Wheat delivery season commences on April 15 News Israeli-Linked Hadassah Clinic in Moscow Treats Wounded Iranian IRGC Fighters News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War News "Tensions Escalate: Iran Probes Allegations of Indian Tech Collaboration with Israeli Intelligence" News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks Videos & Features Video: Trending Lifestyle TikToker Valeria Márquez Shot Dead during Live Stream Technology 50-Year Soviet Spacecraft 'Kosmos 482' Crashes into Indian Ocean
Yahoo
01-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Swinerton scales up with public work
This story was originally published on Construction Dive. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily Construction Dive newsletter. Swinerton is finding ways to grow while other contractors pull back by leaning into public sector work and shoring up its supply chain. The Concord, California-based builder recently jumped five spots to No. 30 on ENR's list of the top contractors in the country by revenue, hitting $4.85 billion in 2024. The gain comes as many contractors deal with project delays and abandonments, especially in the private sector. That explains Swinerton's push into civic work and alternative building materials. Recent projects include Charlotte, North Carolina's first all-electric firehouse and a new mass timber community center in San Francisco's Sunnydale neighborhood. The firm's mass timber affiliate, Timberlab, continues to play a key role in this strategy, especially as contractors seek cost certainty amid tariffs and economic volatility. Other affiliates in Swinerton's ecosystem of companies include Lindgren Development, a wholly owned subsidiary that offers capital investment; SAK Builders, a concrete services company; and MDBuilders, a full-service general contractor. Swinerton has also ramped up its workforce development. The contractor recently launched apprenticeship pathways, student outreach and local hiring efforts on projects such as Sunnydale, said Kevin Smith, vice president and division manager for Swinerton's Carolinas division. Here, Smith talks with Construction Dive about Swinerton's growth, sector strategy and overall uncertainty in the current construction climate. This interview has been edited for brevity and clarity. KEVIN SMITH: Throughout our 135-year-plus tenure, strong industry relationships have been the key to Swinerton's success. Our trusted trade partners uphold our standards of quality and excellence, working alongside our teams to make a client's vision reality. Our national accounts team and target market leaders deliver consistent, efficient service nationwide. This model has enabled us to build over $10 billion worth of projects for leading clients across markets, such as aerospace, finance, hospitality, industrial manufacturing, large-scale and luxury retail, science and technology and corporate workplaces. Swinerton has also developed an ecosystem of companies that support each other and fulfill a variety of client needs, from mass timber to sustainable energy and beyond. Finally, strategic leadership appointments and ongoing talent investment continue to position Swinerton for bold growth goals across key markets. Swinerton continues to evolve its project mix by expanding expertise and pursuing innovation across markets. To ensure long-term stability, we have focused on diversifying our portfolio nationwide. One sector of recent focus is public and civic and public-private partnerships, where we're partnering with municipalities, government entities and communities to deliver efficient, community-focused design and construction. In the Carolinas, we are nearing completion of Charlotte's first all-electric firehouse and have broken ground on the city's first net-zero carbon police station. Our civic portfolio also includes libraries, courthouses and community centers. Tariffs have created ambiguity in the market, making it challenging for our trade partners and self-perform teams to establish firm fixed costs for building materials. In response, we are engaging in transparent conversations with clients to explore mitigation strategies. We assess which materials may be impacted, evaluate the origin of manufacturing and identify opportunities to redirect efforts toward domestic options. One effective approach has been the increased use of mass timber across projects nationwide. This reduces exposure to cost escalation risks and material availability concerns. Further, mass timber provides opportunities for budget and schedule efficiencies. Investors and developers continue to seek stability in the current market to push projects forward. A rate cut could help stimulate private sector construction by reducing financing costs. However, sustained demand will depend more on market stability and predictability, which are essential for investor and developer confidence. The skilled labor shortage continues to be a challenge for the construction industry. Swinerton actively addresses this by partnering with organizations like SkillsUSA and local schools to educate young professionals on construction careers. We also offer an apprenticeship program that provides hands-on training and a clear path for advancement from entry-level roles to supervisory positions. Investing in workforce development remains a top priority, as the next generation of construction professionals is critical to our long-term success. Additionally, we also continue to expand our focus on target markets such as aviation and healthcare. These markets demand innovative solutions, and we are committed to delivering environments that enhance the experience for travelers and patients. Recommended Reading Mass timber provides options amid steel tariffs: Timberlab CEO
Axios
24-06-2025
- Business
- Axios
Parliamentarian tosses public lands sales, LNG permitting plans
The Senate's nonpartisan referee has ruled against GOP attempts to use reconciliation to mandate public lands sales and to allow gas exporters to pay for expedited approvals, Democrats said. Why it matters: Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough's rulings mean those Energy and Natural Resources Committee provisions would be subject to the Senate's typical 60-vote threshold, dooming their passage in the reconciliation process. Selling public lands is a chief priority of ENR Chairman Mike Lee, but other Republicans have staunchly opposed the idea. MacDonough, in overnight rulings, rejected several sections of bill text that ENR proposed this month, according to Senate Budget Committee Democrats. Mandatory public land sales: This section would mandate the Bureau of Land Management and U.S. Forest Service sell millions of acres of public land across 11 Western states. LNG exports: This section would create a regime to allow natural gas exporters to pay a fee to have the Energy Department deem their projects to be "in the public interest." Geothermal leasing and royalties: These sections would require Interior to hold yearly geothermal lease sales and change how geothermal royalties are calculated. Ambler Road project: This section would require Interior to permit construction of a controversial mining road in Alaska. The other side: Lee's office didn't immediately respond to a request for comment. But he tweeted that he wouldn't abandon his efforts, citing the need to address housing prices. "Yes, the Byrd Rule limits what can go in the reconciliation bill, but I'm doing everything I can to support President Trump and move this forward," he said. "Stay tuned. We're just getting started." Other subsections that MacDonough struck include: What's next: The parliamentarian is still weighing whether to scrub three other provisions, Democrats said.
