Construction

Israel isn’t losing to Europe. It’s simply not showing up - opinion

The question is no longer whether Israel has something to offer. In a global economy, what never meets a market never becomes impactful.

A European Union flag flies outside the European Commission headquarters in Brussels, Belgium, December 19, 2019.
Eldad Nitzan.

Contractors save, workers pay: The new reform in the construction industry

A high-rise building under construction, which, according to the New York City Fire Department, remains at risk of collapse after two of its support columns buckled, is seen in a still image from video in the Manhattan borough of New York City, US, July 7, 2026.

Israeli consulate in New York evacuated as columns in Manhattan high-rise buckle

Ultra-Orthodox Jewish protesters set fire to construction materials during a protest against construction work on the Jerusalem Light Rail in the Bar-Ilan area of Jerusalem, June 8, 2026.

Haredi protesters break into Jerusalem Light Rail construction sites, assault workers


New construction giant: Shoval acquires Yitzhak Stern in industry-changing deal

Shoval Engineering Group is expanding its execution arm through the acquisition of veteran builder Yitzhak Stern, strengthening its position in housing, urban renewal and logistics projects.

Group Photo Following the Deal’s Completion

An ultra-luxury Jerusalem icon

LEVEL ONE, part of the Leviev Group, is bringing a new standard to Jerusalem with its "Forest" project, offering a prime location, classic mixed-use development, and a residential experience.

"Forest" Project.

Jerusalem under pressure, but residents report rising satisfaction, new data shows - poll

The Jerusalem Institute for Policy Research, an independent research institute focused on Jerusalem and its diverse communities, published its annual statistical report on the capital city.

A man is seen holding an Israeli flag in the Old City of Jerusalem on Jerusalem Day.

The systems architect: Omer Menashe, Israeli-born innovator reshaping American venture building

“Omer Menashe builds AI-driven systems that streamline inefficient U.S. industries, especially construction, through scalable financial infrastructure.”

Israeli government under pressure to overhaul foreign worker policy

The appeal followed Englman’s report on the state’s handling of the labor crisis in construction after the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack, when the entry of Palestinian workers into Israel was halted.

Foreign workers in the construction industry with Eldad Nitzan, chairman of the foreign manpower corporations.

Hundreds of public housing units damaged by Iranian missiles, restoration in progress

Since Operation Roaring Lion, hundreds of public housing units have been damaged by Iranian missiles. Restoration efforts continue, with volunteers aiding in the cleanup.

Senior officials from the Construction and Housing Ministry during a tour of the site of the fall in Beit Shemesh in March.

The next generation of urban renewal in Israel: Redevelopment in luxury areas

"Israel’s urban renewal now targets luxury areas, rebuilding old buildings to match prime land value."

Grapevine: Kudos and complaints

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

Jerusalem Light Rail

India’s quiet role in Israel’s labor reset after Oct. 7 - opinion

The entry of Indian blue-collar labor into the construction segment marks a structural shift in how Israel sources labor, manages risk, and builds resilience in an era of chronic insecurity.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi arrive for a photo opportunity ahead of their meeting at Hyderabad House in New Delhi, India, January 15, 2018.

Trump Organization signs deal with Altus to build Australia's tallest building, 'six-star hotel'

It will include a "six-star resort-hotel," 270 apartments, shops, a beach club, and a swimming pool, local property developer Altus Property Group said in a statement.

US President Donald Trump waves after speaking with members of the media on board Air Force One en route to Palm Beach, Florida, US, January 31, 2026.