https://www.ulmaconstruction.com/en/ulma/news/aggregator Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:04:00 +0200 Plone Keep updated on ULMA Construction’s latest developments as well as the most relevant projects we have worked on. https://www.ulmaconstruction.com/en/ulma/news/aitor-igartua-ceo-ulma-construction Aitor Igartua has been appointed CEO of ULMA Construction, assuming responsibility for the company’s business operations. He succeeds Aitor Ayastuy, who, as of 1 April, has taken on the role of General Manager of the ULMA Group. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:04:00 +0200 https://www.ulmaconstruction.com/en/ulma/news/greater-poland-uprising-museum-poznan In Poznań, the construction of the Greater Poland Uprising Museum is progressing, a project of significant cultural and technical relevance. The complex consists of four buildings connected by a shared underground level. Its most distinctive feature is a reinforced concrete dome with a central skylight, one of the main structural challenges of the project. Tue, 24 Mar 2026 12:53:00 +0100 https://www.ulmaconstruction.com/en/ulma/news/parking-long-island-city In the centre of Long Island City, New York, there is a six-storey car park complex. The concrete structure features an access ramp, loading docks for heavy vehicles, a cantilevered section, rooftop solar panels and an open-air parking area. Overall, the project covers approximately 32,700 m², with free heights ranging from 6.7 to 12 metres. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 06:29:00 +0100 https://www.ulmaconstruction.com/en/ulma/news/suspended-architecture-redefining-lisbon-torre-norte The extension of the Colombo Shopping Centre in Lisbon represents one of the most demanding structural challenges recently undertaken in Portugal. Promoted by Metal Viana, the project stands out for its scale and complexity. The expansion comprises an office building of approximately 35,000 m² and 4,000 tonnes of steel, supported by a structure reminiscent of bridge engineering. Thu, 29 Jan 2026 10:16:48 +0100 https://www.ulmaconstruction.com/en/ulma/news/katowice-skyscrapers-formwork-technology ATAL SKY+ is a large-scale real estate development involving the construction of six mixed-use buildings in the centre of Katowice. The tallest of these will exceed 121 metres in height. Promoted by ATAL, the first phase of the project began in 2021. Thu, 15 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0100 https://www.ulmaconstruction.com/en/ulma/news/ulmas-solutions-attracted-great-interest-indias-excon-fair Now that the Excon fair, held between 9 and 13 December at the BIEC in Bangalore, has concluded, it is time to thank all the professionals who visited our stand, showing us the closeness and trust that encourages us to strengthen our commitment to offering the best solutions to our customers and partners. Wed, 17 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0100 https://www.ulmaconstruction.com/en/ulma/news/customised-solutions-singular-geometries The residential development Parque Arboleda II, located in Santiago de Chile and developed by Inmobiliaria Paz, has established itself as a benchmark for architectural and construction innovation in the field of residential building. With a total floor area of 25,279 m², two basement levels, eight storeys above ground and 59 dwellings, the building has been designed by Izquierdo Lehmann Arquitectos, whose proposal stands out for its distinctive design and carefully conceived structural integration. Tue, 02 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0100 https://www.ulmaconstruction.com/en/ulma/news/aitor-igartua-new-ceo Aitor Igartua will become the future CEO of ULMA Construction, replacing Aitor Ayastuy, who will soon assume the position of General Manager of the ULMA Group. Fri, 28 Nov 2025 09:36:10 +0100 https://www.ulmaconstruction.com/en/ulma/news/renew-certificates-vouching-sustainability-strategy The certifications described below acknowledge the work done by ULMA over many years and vouch for its sustainability strategy, verifying and providing proof of responsible management of its resources, emissions and waste, together with continuous improvement geared to minimising the environmental impact of its business. Tue, 18 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0100 https://www.ulmaconstruction.com/en/ulma/news/rehabilitation-railway-viaduct-martin-gil-spain The iconic Martín Gil railway viaduct, located in Zamora, is currently undergoing a major structural rehabilitation. Built between 1930 and 1940, this remarkable engineering work was once the largest concrete arch viaduct in the world. It rises above the Ricobayo reservoir with a total length of 481 metres and an impressive central arch spanning 200 metres. Thu, 06 Nov 2025 09:29:00 +0100 https://www.ulmaconstruction.com/en/ulma/news/cutting-edge-logistics-infrastructure-brooklyn In the city that never sleeps, a logistics building of approximately 35,820 m² distributed over three levels is taking shape, complemented by an additional 3,437 m² parking area, located at 683 Court Street, New York. The Red Hook Logistics Centre has been designed to adapt to any type of logistics configuration, offering views of the waterfront in a historic industrial district of Brooklyn. Tue, 21 Oct 2025 09:00:00 +0200 https://www.ulmaconstruction.com/en/ulma/news/new-healthcare-benchmark-norway-drammen-health-park Drammen Health Park is one of the most ambitious healthcare developments in Norway in recent years. Surrounding the new Drammen Hospital, 85,000 m² of modern facilities are being built for lease to both public and private health sector operators. This new health district is envisioned as a hub of activity, bringing together more than 4,000 healthcare professionals and around 2,500 people linked to the complex’s services, including students and support staff. Thu, 09 Oct 2025 09:27:35 +0200 https://www.ulmaconstruction.com/en/ulma/news/new-viaducts-transforming-mobility-brazil The concessionaire CCR RioSP has begun construction of three new viaducts that will connect the Via Dutra motorway with the Fernão Dias highway at kilometre 226 in Guarulhos, São Paulo. This project will enhance interconnection between São Paulo, Belo Horizonte and Rio de Janeiro, as well as improving mobility in one of the country’s highest-density traffic regions. The initiative forms part of an investment package of 1.4 billion reais, aimed at increasing traffic capacity in the São Paulo metropolitan area. It is expected to ensure smoother circulation and generate around 4,000 direct and indirect jobs. Tue, 23 Sep 2025 11:44:24 +0200 https://www.ulmaconstruction.com/en/ulma/news/hydroelectric-project-san-gaban-iii The construction of the air cushion surge chamber in the San Gabán Tunnel, a, marks a milestone in energy infrastructure development in southern Peru. Located in the Puno region, the power plant aims to harness the river's flow to generate clean, renewable energy and strengthen the national power supply. With an installed capacity of 209.3 MW and an estimated annual production of 1.25 billion kWh, the project stands out not only for its scale but also for its technical solutions implemented—solutions in which ULMA has played an important role. Thu, 04 Sep 2025 15:23:00 +0200 https://www.ulmaconstruction.com/en/ulma/news/smart-construction-technology-ambitious-residential-projects The new residential complex Symphony Village is located in the province of Rome, in the town of Pratica di Mare, within the municipality of Pomezia, directly opposite the main entrance of the Mario De Bernardi military aerodrome. Thu, 03 Jul 2025 17:33:38 +0200 https://www.ulmaconstruction.com/en/ulma/news/engineering-solutions-mexico-first-cable-stayed-railway ULMA has contributed to one of the Mexican government's most ambitious infrastructure undertakings: the Maya Train. This railway line, spanning a total length of 1,554 kilometers, will connect Palenque (Chiapas) to Cancún (Quintana Roo), crossing the Yucatán Peninsula through two distinct routes. The main goal of the project is to boost the southern region's economy and promote international tourism by improving access to numerous culturally significant archaeological sites. Tue, 17 Jun 2025 09:58:00 +0200 https://www.ulmaconstruction.com/en/ulma/news/ulma-promotes-generation-own-electricity-renewable Making the decision to produce one's own renewable energy is one of the most significant levers that can contribute to the decarbonisation process of any company, given that the energy consumption of facilities has a significant impact on the greenhouse gas emissions generated by its activity. Reducing the consumption of energy from non-renewable sources is therefore of particular importance. Thu, 05 Jun 2025 11:57:51 +0200 https://www.ulmaconstruction.com/en/ulma/news/longest-highest-bridge-finland The Kruunuvuori Bridge stands in Helsinki, marking a milestone in Finnish engineering. This bridge, with a length of 1,228 metres and a central pylon height of 135 metres, is the highest and longest bridge in Finland. Tue, 27 May 2025 12:10:00 +0200 https://www.ulmaconstruction.com/en/ulma/news/collaborative-engineering-zezere-bridge-repair Nestled in the natural setting of the Castelo de Bode reservoir, the Pombeira Bridge rises 100 metres above the Zêzere River, connecting the Portuguese municipalities of Ferreira do Zêzere and Vila de Rei. Tue, 13 May 2025 08:47:00 +0200 https://www.ulmaconstruction.com/en/ulma/news/ulma-reaffirms-commitment-health-Safety-work Today, 28th April, we celebrate World Day for Safety and Health at Work, with the aim of reflecting on and promoting the prevention of workplace accidents. Mon, 28 Apr 2025 10:06:32 +0200 https://www.ulmaconstruction.com/en/ulma/news/krakow-music-centre-poland The building, home to two municipal orchestras and promoted by the Kraków City Development Agency (‘’ARMK‘’), will have a seating capacity of 1,000, a stage for 120 musicians and an 80-strong choir. It will also house spaces for rehearsals as well as multimedia, educational and gastronomic activities. Tue, 08 Apr 2025 11:37:14 +0200 https://www.ulmaconstruction.com/en/ulma/news/aldergrove-town-center Aldergrove Town Center located in Langley, British Columbia, has 194 homes. This urban oasis surrounded by the greenery of the Fraser Valley offers easy access to public transport, and a variety of amenities within walking distance. Tue, 25 Mar 2025 12:47:00 +0100 https://www.ulmaconstruction.com/en/ulma/news/bridges-repair-and-reinforce Bridges are vital to modern infrastructure, but they are not invulnerable. Subject to damage and wear, they require specialised repairs to remain functional. Environmental, natural and human factors can undermine their integrity. Mon, 10 Mar 2025 11:27:33 +0100 https://www.ulmaconstruction.com/en/ulma/news/providing-forming-shoring-solutions-high-rise-residential-building In the heart of NoMad, Manhattan, a new silhouette emerges from the New York skyline, more than 262 m high: the skyscraper at 262 Fifth Avenue. This 54-storey tower with 41 apartments is an architectural landmark. Tue, 25 Feb 2025 12:06:00 +0100 https://www.ulmaconstruction.com/en/ulma/news/ulma-joins-international-day-women-girls-science At ULMA we join the annual celebration of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in 2015, which aims to raise awareness of the importance of the participation of women and girls in science, detecting and eliminating the structural and social barriers that limit their access to education, training and employment in the fields of science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM). Tue, 11 Feb 2025 08:00:00 +0100 https://www.ulmaconstruction.com/en/ulma/news/sustainability-strategy-compliance-esg-principles-production-business-management-processes Maintaining and consolidating an attractive and sustainable business project is one of the commitments that shape ULMA’s philosophy and mission. Tue, 28 Jan 2025 15:09:49 +0100 https://www.ulmaconstruction.com/en/ulma/news/trust-into-major-construction-peru In Peru, industrial projects are the key to economic progress. These initiatives improve production, safety and employment, boosting innovation and operational efficiency in key sectors. Thu, 16 Jan 2025 10:00:00 +0100 https://www.ulmaconstruction.com/en/ulma/news/ulma-solutions-generate-great-interest-bauma-conexpo-india ULMA attended its annual appointment, participating in the seventh edition of the international trade fair bauma CONEXPO INDIA held from the 11th to the 14th of December in Greater Noida, located near the national capital of India, New Delhi. Tue, 17 Dec 2024 11:00:00 +0100 https://www.ulmaconstruction.com/en/ulma/news/repairs-longest-viaduct-lisbon The Duarte Pacheco Viaduct is one of the main access roads to the city of Lisbon, and an outstanding example of 20th century architecture in Portugal. Measuring 355 m in length, it is composed of five main parts: two 40 m lateral arches, one over the railway line and the other over Avenue of the Monsanto Forest Park, two 85.80 m viaducts and a 92 m central arch over Avenue of Ceuta. Tue, 10 Dec 2024 11:00:00 +0100 https://www.ulmaconstruction.com/en/ulma/news/ulma-construction-maintaining-iso-9001-certification-for-30-years ULMA Construction has received recognition from AENOR for its commitment to quality, maintaining ISO 9001 certification uninterruptedly for the last 30 years. AENOR, a leading organization in management system certification, wished to recognize this milestone with a celebration in which Gonzalo San Antonio, as the certifier's representative, presented the corresponding commemorative plaque. Tue, 26 Nov 2024 10:00:00 +0100