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Granite Construction Inc. (NYSE: GVA), known as Granite, regularly issues news updates that reflect its role in U.S. transportation and civil infrastructure. Company announcements highlight contract awards, project milestones, financial results, certifications, and corporate actions that are relevant to investors, industry participants, and stakeholders following GVA stock.
News items show Granite’s involvement in highway expansion, bridge rehabilitation, commuter rail improvements, and airport airfield projects. Examples include a highway improvement contract on State Route 49 in Nevada County, California, bridge replacements along historic Route 66 in San Bernardino County, rehabilitation of the Lake Street Bascule Bridge in Chicago, and runway and airfield work at Tucson International Airport. These stories illustrate how Granite’s construction and materials capabilities are applied across roads, bridges, rail, and aviation infrastructure.
Granite’s news flow also covers financial and corporate developments. The company reports quarterly earnings, including segment performance for its Construction and Materials segments and changes in Committed and Awarded Projects (CAP). Releases may include updates on acquisitions, such as the purchase of Warren Paving and related entities, and financing arrangements like amendments to its credit agreement. Dividend declarations and board or executive changes are also disclosed through news and related SEC filings.
Another category of news involves certifications and compliance milestones. For example, Granite has announced achieving Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2, a requirement for certain federal contractors handling Controlled Unclassified Information. This type of update signals the company’s readiness to pursue and execute federal infrastructure work that requires specific cybersecurity standards.
Investors and observers who follow Granite’s news can track how new contracts, project awards, acquisitions, and certifications contribute to the company’s project pipeline and operational profile. The GVA news page aggregates these announcements in one place, making it easier to review recent developments in Granite’s construction, materials, and corporate activities.
Granite (NYSE:GVA) has secured a $55 million contract for the Knik-Goose Bay Road Reconstruction Phase 1 project in Wasilla, Alaska, awarded by the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities. The federal government will fund this project aimed at reducing congestion and enhancing safety. The reconstruction will widen four miles of Knik Goose Bay Road to a four-lane divided highway, with improvements including drainage, signalization, and pathways. The project is set to commence in August 2022 and conclude in Q3 2024, contributing positively to Granite's second quarter CAP.
Granite (NYSE:GVA) received the Early Talent Award from Handshake on June 14, marking its second consecutive win. The awards recognize employers excelling in engaging Gen Z talent, assessing criteria such as brand resonance, engagement, event participation, and student-employer relationships. Jessica Somers, talent acquisition manager, emphasized the company’s commitment to nurturing early talent through learning opportunities and internships. Tim Gruber, senior vice president of human resources, highlighted their successful college recruitment programs aimed at fostering diversity and inclusion in the workforce.
Granite (NYSE:GVA) has secured two significant contracts totaling approximately
Granite Construction (NYSE:GVA) announced the acquisition of a liquid asphalt terminal in Bakersfield, California, from its subsidiary Centennial Asphalt Company. The terminal, with a capacity of 170,000 barrels, will enhance Granite's Home Market Strategy by providing greater access to high-quality polymer modified asphalt and emulsions. This strategic facility supports the expansion into sustainable products, including asphalt modified with recycled materials, leveraging its central location and flexibility in transportation options.
Granite (NYSE:GVA) has secured a $13 million contract for the Richardson Highway MP 40-51 Resurfacing project in Alaska, awarded by the Alaska Department of Transportation. The project involves 11 miles of grinding and paving, along with additional improvements such as culvert replacement and bridge repairs. Anticipated to start in July 2022 and complete by July 2023, this project enhances Granite's relationship with the DOT and showcases its capabilities in infrastructure development.
Granite Construction Incorporated (NYSE: GVA) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.13 per common share, payable on July 15, 2022 to shareholders on record by June 30, 2022. Founded in 1922, Granite is a leading diversified construction and materials company in the U.S., recognized for its commitment to safety, quality, and sustainability. The dividend reflects the company's ongoing dedication to returning value to its shareholders while upholding ethical standards within the industry.
Granite (NYSE:GVA) has secured a $15 million contract from the Santa Clara Valley Water District for restoration work on Calabazas Creek in Cupertino, California. This project aims to enhance flood control by addressing earthen channel failures along 4,500 linear feet of streambed affecting residential properties. The construction will involve extensive channel excavation, rock slope protection, and steel sheet piling. Anticipated project start is July 2022, with completion expected by December 2023.
Granite (NYSE:GVA) has announced the acquisition and upcoming development of a new aggregate operation in Grantsville, Utah. The site spans 640 acres and contains approximately 99 million tons of recoverable rock, positioned 30 miles west of Salt Lake City. The facility aims to supply quality materials to Utah, supporting the company's home market strategy. Production is expected to commence in July 2022, and Granite is committed to sustainability through the use of water-saving technologies.
The Nevada Mining Association (NVMA) launches its seventh annual Hope for Heat campaign from May 30 to September 5. During this period, NVMA will contribute $90 for each day the temperature reaches 90°F in Reno and Elko, and $100 for each day it hits 100°F in Las Vegas. Granite (NYSE:GVA) will add $33 per region for each temperature milestone reached. Proceeds will support the Boys & Girls Clubs of Nevada, benefiting over 14,000 children. Since 2016, NVMA has raised $73,160 for Nevada nonprofits through this initiative.
Granite (NYSE:GVA) has been awarded a $10 million contract for Segment Five of the I-40 Median Fill project in San Bernardino County, California, by Caltrans. This segment aims to enhance motorist safety by filling medians and creating recovery areas to reduce accident severity. Construction is set to begin in August 2022 and finish by August 2023. Granite's ongoing partnership with Caltrans District 8 and previous completions of segments one and three will facilitate project synergies.
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