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Current | September 2023A Controversial Project Nears CompletionAt Look at Toronto’s Eglinton Crosstown Light Rapid Transit Line

Current | September 2023

A Controversial Project Nears Completion

At Look at Toronto’s Eglinton Crosstown Light Rapid Transit Line

On August 10 of this year, Phil Verster, CEO of Metrolinx, the regional transportation agency for the Ontario government, made a major announcement about Toronto’s long-delayed, multi-billion dollar Eglinton Crosstown Light Rapid Transit (LRT) system. Metrolinx, which is overseeing the troubled transit project along with another provincial agency, Infrastructure Ontario, could be in a position to announce an opening date in the near future, said Verster.

August 2023 | CurrentThe Future Is BlueAlberta Well-Poised for a ‘Blue Hydrogen’ Breakthrough

August 2023 | Current

The Future Is Blue

Alberta Well-Poised for a ‘Blue Hydrogen’ Breakthrough

On November 8, 2022, leaders from the federal and Alberta governments appeared at a press conference at the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) to sing the praises of hydrogen. A series of funding commitments were announced to support the construction of a $1.6 billion hydrogen production facility near Edmonton. The federal government provided $300 million in funding while Alberta plans to chip in $175 million, most of it from the Alberta Petrochemicals Incentive Program (APIP).

August 2023 | CurrentProviding Power for Over 75 YearsBoundary Electric

August 2023 | Current

Providing Power for Over 75 Years

Boundary Electric

Boundary Electric of Grand Forks, British Columbia, has been designing and manufacturing electrical transmission equipment for over seventy-five years. The longevity of this family-run firm is due, in part, to its ability to recognize emerging markets that require huge supplies of electricity. In doing this, the company has become a leader in building electrical infrastructure for cryptocurrency mining and is closely monitoring developments in the nascent hydrogen energy sector.

August 2023 | Current | Natural GasThis Hydraulic Fracturing Pump Fleet Proves its WorthCatalyst Energy Services

August 2023 | Current | Natural Gas

This Hydraulic Fracturing Pump Fleet Proves its Worth

Catalyst Energy Services

When Catalyst Energy Services was profiled in the September 2022 issue of Resource in Focus, the Texas-based company had just released its highly innovative Vortex Prime pumping system. Vortex Prime is designed to reduce costs, emissions, and maintenance during hydraulic fracturing operations to recover natural gas. Now, Catalyst has a case study with data that aptly demonstrates the merits of its cutting-edge pump solution.

2023 | March 2023 | Resource ManagementPromoting Aquaculture with Advocacy and ActionThe Atlantic Canada Fish Farmers Association

2023 | March 2023 | Resource Management

Promoting Aquaculture with Advocacy and Action

The Atlantic Canada Fish Farmers Association

The Atlantic Canada Fish Farmers Association (ACFFA) has been keeping busy with advocacy, public education, and conferences, among other activities, since Resource in Focus last profiled the organization in May of 2022. The ACFFA, which represents Atlantic Canada’s salmon farming sector, has also been enjoying the transition “back to a normal work environment,” now that the worst of COVID is hopefully over, says Executive Director Susan Farquharson.

2023 | February 2023 | Transport, Supply Chain & LogisticsThis Gas and Diesel Downstream Wholesaler Goes Upstream and ElectricHightowers Petroleum Company

2023 | February 2023 | Transport, Supply Chain & Logistics

This Gas and Diesel Downstream Wholesaler Goes Upstream and Electric

Hightowers Petroleum Company

There have been some major developments since Hightowers Petroleum Company (HPC), a prominent gas and diesel wholesaler based in Middletown, Ohio, was profiled in April 2021 in Resource in Focus magazine. This leading, family-owned, African American business has expanded into new markets and has ambitions of becoming a billion-dollar company.

2022 | September 2022Celebrating a Milestone with New Products and Big GoalsPerformance Plastics Ltd.

2022 | September 2022

Celebrating a Milestone with New Products and Big Goals

Performance Plastics Ltd.

Performance Plastics Ltd. (PPL) of Cincinnati, Ohio marked its fortieth anniversary this year as a leader in the design and manufacture of high-performance thermoplastic components. The company works with specialized polymers and tight tolerances, and follows rigorous quality assurance protocols. It anticipates big growth shortly, based on its wealth of experience and cutting-edge products such as EnduroSharp® aerospace maintenance tools.

2022 | August 2022 | AZ 22Sunny Skies AheadTown of Gilbert, AZ

2022 | August 2022 | AZ 22

Sunny Skies Ahead

Town of Gilbert, AZ

In recent years, the Town of Gilbert, Arizona has experienced explosive growth while earning an enviable reputation as a productive, low-crime community with many charms. Once a sleepy agricultural community, the booming town is now home to over 271,000 residents. Its municipal government works hard to assist companies and maintain growth through careful planning and strategic investments.

2022 | August 2022 | Construction Infrastructure & UtilitiesInnovative Construction Firm Continues to Take New PathsNew Path Construction and Consulting

2022 | August 2022 | Construction Infrastructure & Utilities

Innovative Construction Firm Continues to Take New Paths

New Path Construction and Consulting

New Path Construction and Consulting has taken some, well, new paths since Construction in Focus profiled this innovative firm in April 2021. From launching a low-voltage division to spinning off a cutting-edge design business, work has continued apace at this Hanover Park, Illinois-based company. Most significantly, New Path has received some major industry recognition, placing 39th on the Inc. magazine list of the Fastest-Growing U.S. Companies in the Midwest, 2022.

May 2022 | ServicesBig Expansion Means Enhanced Client ServiceContemporary Office Interiors (COI)

May 2022 | Services

Big Expansion Means Enhanced Client Service

Contemporary Office Interiors (COI)

Contemporary Office Interiors (COI) has gone national following a merger and acquisition that dramatically extended the contract furniture firm’s market reach. Announced on February 1, the merger with Business Interiors and purchase of Workplace Resource, both of Toronto, has transformed COI into “the leading contract furniture dealer in Canada,” reports a company press release. Thanks to the expansion, the business has grown from 130 employees to 210.

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