Toyota Charges into U.S. Battery Manufacturing
Toyota supercharged its multi-pathway approach to global vehicle electrification with the highly anticipated start of production at its all-new battery plant in Liberty, North Carolina. It is Toyota’s eleventh U.S. plant and the company’s first and only battery plant outside of Japan. The nearly $14 billion facility will create up to 5,100 new American jobs….
CoStar Maintains U.S. Retail Projections Through 2026
U.S. retail projections have not changed materially compared to July, according to a revised forecast from CoStar, the leading global provider of online real estate marketplaces, information and analytics in the property markets. Following positive demand and a slowdown in store closures during the third quarter of 2025, the near-term U.S. retail outlook remains unchanged from the…
Rebuilding Together: Harper General Contractor’s Commitment to Western North Carolina
Reflecting on the past year, we are reminded of the importance of building up our communities. When Hurricane Helene devastated Western North Carolina in September of 2024, many of our projects and clients were immediately impacted. In the Town of Burnsville, the hurricane caused a significant infrastructure failure, leaving the town’s water system crippled. Floodwater…
5 Strategies for Superior Industrial Construction Projects
We are always thinking about what our customers want and need. With industrial construction projects, the solution is sometimes highly complex, like installation of seven, 30-ton test benches for ZF Gray Court or the sustainability and energy efficiency initiatives that we designed for MÜNZING’s newest manufacturing facility. The idea behind the solution, however, begins with…
ABC Carolinas Unveils 2025 Project of the Year Winners for General & Specialty Contractor
ABC Carolinas was thrilled to celebrate the outstanding contributions of its members at the 2025 Excellence in Construction (EIC) Awards gala held in Charlotte on November 6, 2025. Awards for first place (Eagle) and runner-up (Merit) were given out in various categories across two divisions: General Contractors and Specialty Contractors, as well as the exclusive…
From a Recession’s Spark to a Carolina Legacy: The SeamonWhiteside Story
In 1985, starting a business that blended two site design services when no one else was could have resulted in swift failure. Despite the challenging economic climate, two young entrepreneurs, Stuart Whiteside and my dad, Kenny Seamon, shared a vision that would soon transform the Carolinas’ landscape. From that, SeamonWhiteside (SW+) was born, which became…
2025 GroundBreaker: Keith Poettker, Chairman and CEO of Poettker Construction Company
GroundBreak Carolinas is honored to spotlight Charlotte-based Keith Poettker, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Poettker Construction Company, who has been named to the Class of 2025 GroundBreakers — an exclusive group of individuals recognized for going above and beyond to make a difference in the construction community across the Carolinas. Established in 1980, Poettker Construction Company,…
Careers in Construction Month: Building What Lasts Begins with Intent
Every October, our industry takes a moment to recognize Careers in Construction Month. It’s more than a celebration—it’s a mirror. Because for all the growth and innovation shaping our field, one truth has lingered for decades: we’ve failed to build a consistent, sustainable pipeline of people entering construction. We’ve seen this coming. Generations of skilled…
2025 GroundBreaker: Will Huss, Chief Executive Officer, Trehel
GroundBreak Carolinas is honored to spotlight Will Huss, Chief Executive Officer of Trehel, who has been named to the Class of 2025 GroundBreakers — an exclusive group of individuals recognized for going above and beyond to make a difference in the construction community across the Carolinas. With decades of contributions to economic development, community infrastructure,…
Preview of Clemson’s 10th Annual Construction Symposium in Greenville: October 23, 2025
The 10th annual Construction Symposium, hosted by Clemson University’s Nieri Department of Construction and Real Estate Development, returns to the Greenville Marriott on Thursday, October 23, 2025. The event is expected to draw attendees from across the region, including facility owners, specialty contractors, designers, vendors and other construction industry service providers for an information-packed day…
