INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
CIVIL INFRASTRUCTURE SECTOR READY TO BOOST THE ECONOMY by Chris Melham, CEO, Civil Contractors Federation (National)
The civil construction industry has demonstrated its strength and resilience in its response to the challenges thrown at it from COVID-19. Companies continue to deliver much needed civil construction projects right across the country, helping to reinforce to governments the importance of the industry to the national economy. 18
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he industry has been adaptable and flexible, with companies implementing new measures at worksites to manage the health and safety of their workers. And in every state and territory, the Civil Contractors Federation is working tirelessly with governments to support and facilitate greater investment in civil construction projects. COVID-19 is presenting a two-speed economy regarding its business impact on different industry sectors and its health impact and recurrence across the country. It continues to pose challenges for the industry in the weeks and months ahead. www.infrastructuremagazine.com.au