Cindy Riley – CEG Correspondent - Thu August 13, 2026
NCDOT's $490M Hampstead Bypass Under Way
In an effort to ease traffic woes and enhance safety, the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) is making improvements to the U.S. 17 corridor in Pender and New Hanover counties. The $490 million project involves building a bypass around the town of Hampstead in Pender County....
Katherine Petrik – CEG Senior Editor - Thu August 13, 2026
James River Equipment Expands Asheville-Area Presence
James River Equipment has strengthened its commitment to contractors and equipment owners in western North Carolina with the opening of a new Mills River facility designed to provide expanded service capabilities, increased parts availability and room for future growth....
FPT Industrial - Mon August 03, 2026
FPT Announces M&L Engine Expansion Into Carolinas
FPT announced continued growth in its distribution network with the expansion of long-standing partner M&L Engine into North and South Carolina. This expansion will bring the Brand's complete portfolio of 2.8 to 16 L off-road and power generation engines to customers throughout the Carolinas, further strengthening the company's North American distribution network and enhancing regional support capabilities., according to FPTHeadquartered in Schriever, La.,, M&L Engine has built a reputation as an FPT distributor along the Gulf Coast, focusing on diesel engines, generators and water pump packages....
CEG - Wed July 29, 2026
Bouygues Strengthens U.S. Presence With Acquisition of Vannoy Construction
Bouygues Construction has acquired North Carolina-based Vannoy Construction, expanding its presence in the United States and strengthening its position in the fast-growing southeastern market. The acquisition was finalized June 30, 2026, and is part of Bouygues Construction's broader international growth strategy....
Katherine Petrik – CEG Senior Editor - Wed July 29, 2026
Built On Trust: Carringtons Grows Through Partnerships
When Chris Carrington rented a machine to clear a friend's farm more than 25 years ago, he discovered a career that would grow into a successful site development business serving commercial and industrial customers throughout North Carolina....
Katherine Petrik – CEG Senior Editor - Wed July 01, 2026
Carolina Cat Opens Gastonia Branch During Centennial Year
On June 17, 2026, Carolina Cat officially opened its new Gastonia branch at 108 Archie Whitesides Rd., with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, marking another investment in its western North Carolina footprint during the company's 100th year of operations in the state....
NCDOT - Wed May 06, 2026
Fayetteville's I-295 Project Wins Award for Unique Solution
A highway project that featured an innovative way to transport almost 4 million tons of dirt over Interstate 95 has received regional honors. Balfour Beatty led the Wilmington-based joint venture selected by the N.C....
North Carolina Department of Transportation - Wed May 06, 2026
NCDOT Breaks Ground On I-26 Connector in Asheville
The N.C. Department of Transportation (NCDOT) marked a major milestone April 23, 2026, with a groundbreaking ceremony in Asheville for the Interstate 26 Connector, a long-anticipated project that will improve safety, reduce congestion and enhance regional connectivity in western North Carolina....
TOMRA Recycling - Fri April 24, 2026
TOMRA Recycling Opens American Test, Training Center
TOMRA Recycling marked a new era of customer support for recyclers in the Americas with the opening of its new Test and Training Center in Charlotte, N.C. On April 22, recycling customers and partners gathered at TOMRA's Charlotte headquarters and received a first-hand tour of the expanded facilities that include a testing circuit complete with the latest sorting technologies, warehouse for critical parts storage and training facilities....
Lori Tobias – CEG Correspondent - Wed April 22, 2026
NCDOT's $249M Project Widens NC Hwy. 150
A $249 million project in North Carolina will widen NC Highway 150, replace a bridge over I-77 and add a new bridge over Lake Norman, all aimed at accommodating current and future traffic volumes, and reducing traffic congestion....
