All  up with one way to go more...

On Saturday it seemed as if the race couldn't get any closer. By Sunday morning UTC that was proved wrong. On Sunday, all four teams are lined up on a 13 mile line extending north to south, but separated by less than 3 miles on the leaderboard. All this after three full weeks of racing. The reason for the close racing remains a stubbornly persistent ridge of high pressure and its light winds

 

 

 

Sir David Alan Chipperfield Receives the 2023 Pritzker Architecture Prize more...

Civic architect, urban planner and activist, Sir David Alan Chipperfield CH has been selected as the 2023 Laureate of The Pritzker Architecture Prize, the award that is regarded internationally as architecture’s highest honor. Subtle yet powerful, subdued yet elegant, he is a prolific

 

 

 

The Ocean Race: Start your engines more...

All four boats racing to Itajaí are finally making speed as the wind returns to Roaring 40s. It is still a far cry from traditional Roaring 40s weather, but at least one critical element has returned - the wind. Biotherm, 11th Hour Racing Team and Team Malizia are all finally on the move after a frustrating period of unusually light, warm, and calm conditions. While the

 

 

 

Industrial heritage reimagined - circular approach and material re-use more...

The transformation of Gjuteriet in Malmö, designed by Kjellander Sjöberg for Varvsstaden, has been completed. Focused on the intensive re-use of repurposed materials, the project demonstrates how existing buildings can be reimagined based on circular principles. Formerly a ruin, the distinctive building has been given a vibrant new life as an active and social

 

 

 

Team Holcim - PRB wins in Cape Town more...

Team Holcim - PRB (SUI) led the Cape Town In-Port Race presented by V&A Waterfront from start to finish in Cape Town. With the South African sun blazing down on the race course and the southerly breeze blowing 15-18 knots, conditions could not have been better for some fast and tactical competition. A three-lap configuration on the

 

 

 

Team Holcim - PRB won Leg 2 of The Ocean Race 2023 with key breakaway in final hours more...

At sunrise on Sunday morning, february 12, four teams were in the fight for the leg win, with Biotherm, 11th Hour Racing Team and the Holcim - PRB crews racing in lockstep in light and changeable conditions.Team Malizia was some 20 miles to the south, but then spent the next three hours just about sailing around the leading trio. But

 

 

 

Earthquake in Syria and Turkey: UNESCO offers support more...

On Monday, february 7, UNESCO expressed its support for Syria and Turkey following the devastating earthquakes that struck the two countries. “My condolences go out to the families and loved ones of those who died. My thoughts are also with the injured and all those affected. Our Organization will provide assistance within its mandate,” said Audrey Azoulay, Director-General of UNESCO.

 

 

 

Artelia strengthens its presence in Germany with the acquisition of ProjektPlan GmbH  more...

Artelia, an international multidisciplinary consulting, engineering and project management group, announces that it has acquired on 19 December 2022, 100 percent of the capital of ProjektPlan GmbH, a German company based in Osnabrück in Lower Saxony. By joining Artelia, Projektplan

 

 

 

The Ocean Race: East is least more...

One day can make a big difference in The Ocean Race. In fact, just a few hours can turn what had been a winning hand into something doubtful.That's been the case for GUYOT environnement - Team Europe, who gambled on an easterly line-up for the doldrums and appeared to have made a big gain in the process. But just a

 

 

 

Cats, Japan, Coffee and Cuisine Combine in Unforgettable Adventure, Whiskers Abroad more...

Whiskers Abroad: Ashi and Audrey's Adventures in Japan immerses readers in an unforgettable tour of the land of the rising sun, where they can experience the culture, cuisine and countryside through the eyes of a wanderlust-filled human and her steadfast cat companion. Author Carrie Carter has travelled to Japan 14 times, and she tapped into her real-world experiences to fill Whiskers Abroad with authenticity. Carter includes photographs of real places and travel tips to inspire other intrepid adventurers — with the

 

 

 

Team Holcim-PRB score top points, winning Leg One of The Ocean Race more...

The site is located at the intersection of three characteristic Parisian urban situations not far from the Canal Saint-Martin: Rue Robert Blache, punctuated by small white rendered faubourien buildings with discreet modenature, Rue du Terrage, largely occupied by a large HBM type complex with neat brick facades and the

 

 

 

Wooden structure building with 6 housing units in the center of Paris more...

The site is located at the intersection of three characteristic Parisian urban situations not far from the Canal Saint-Martin: Rue Robert Blache, punctuated by small white rendered faubourien buildings with discreet modenature, Rue du Terrage, largely occupied by a large HBM type complex with neat brick

 

 

 

 

 

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