Construction Industry Collection (page 45)

Building A Liner
circa 1911: The Cunard luxury liner Aquitania under construction at John Brown & Companys Clydebank shipyard. The Aquitania took three years to build and was launched in 1914 weighing 45

Scottish Shipyard
circa 1911: The Cunard luxury liner Aquitania surrounded by scaffolding while under construction at the Clydebank shipyard owned by John Brown & Company

Midtown Over Roosevelt Island
View of the Manhattan skyline over the Goldwater Memorial Hospital on the southern tip of Welfare (now Roosevelt) Island, New York, 1940s

Empire State Building
circa 1932: View of the Empire State Building, with the top tier still under construction, Manhattan, New York City. The Chrysler Building is visible at left

Sand mine, South Africa C017 / 1923
Sand mine. Aerial view of a sand mine at Blouberg, Western Cape, South Africa. The sand mined here is used for the making of bricks for building purposes

Lime kiln, artwork
Lime kiln. Cutaway artwork showing the internal and external structure of a traditional lime kiln. The kiln has a cone-shaped burning chamber, two air inlets at the base, and is constructed of brick

Analysis of cement C015 / 5740
Analysis of cement. Scientist analysing a sample of cement to determination the free lime content. The analysed free lime corresponds to the sum of quicklime (CaO) and hydrated lime, Ca (OH) 2

Dump trucks. Workers standing next to a row of new BelAZ dump trucks. Photographed in Zhodino, Misk Oblast, Belarus

Dump trucks C013 / 9311
Dump trucks. Worker standing between the huge wheels of two large BelAZ dump trucks. Photographed in Zhodino, Misk Oblast, Belarus

View of cranes on a construction site
Crane. Mechanical cranes at a building construction site used for lifting equipment and materials

Railway line construction. Roller vehicle being used to flatten the rock base for a railway line. This construction work is being carried out on the Amur-Yakutsk Mainline (AYAM)

Motorway construction. Worker using a welding tool during construction of a new elevated section of road. The steel framework and rods will be covered in concrete

High-rise construction work. Workers building a high-rise industrial structure. The Astrakhan gas refinery is seen in the background. The refinery is in Astrakhan, in the Volga region of Russia

Skyscrapers, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Arabian Peninsula, Asia

Spirit level C009 / 7239
Spirit level. This device is used to measure how level a surface is. It consists of a tube filled with a coloured fluid (here yellow) and a single air bubble

GEORGE WASHINGTON BRIDGE. The bridge across the Hudson River, opened for traffic in 1931, connecting upper Manhattan with New Jersey

GEORGE WASHINGTON BRIDGE. Spanning the Hudson River to connect Manhattan and New Jersey. Photographed c1962

Sea wall construction, Dale, Pembrokeshire, Wales, UK, Europe
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Tourism booms in Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur, Mexico. The Los Cabos area has grown to over 180
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From ancient wonders to modern marvels, the construction industry shapes our world. Witness the breathtaking sunrise illuminating Angkor Wat in Siem Reap, Cambodia, a testament to architectural ingenuity. Marvel at the majestic pipe organ resonating through St Paul's Cathedral in Melbourne, Australia, showcasing craftsmanship and precision. Feel the power of demolition as an excavator tears down structures with controlled force. Experience serenity as dawn breaks over Borobudur in Central Java, Indonesia, where a Buddha statue stands tall in Dharmachakra Mudra pose – a symbol of enlightenment and peace. Gaze upon the mesmerizing skyline of Victoria Harbour from Hong Kong's Victoria Peak; a testament to engineering prowess that connects Kowloon and Hong Kong Island. Admire resilience embodied by Dresden Frauenkirche rising from its ashes after World War II destruction – a reminder of human determination and reconstruction. Step back into time with a retro-style desert scene featuring an old gas station and towering Saguaro cacti; evidence of how architecture reflects cultural heritage. Immerse yourself in history at Piazza Navona in Rome, Italy; witness centuries-old buildings standing strong amidst bustling city life. Experience twilight tranquility at Boudhanath Stupa in Kathmandu, Nepal – an architectural wonder that fosters spiritual connection. Pay homage to sacrifice at Australian War Memorial in Canberra; its grandeur honoring those who fought for freedom. Wander through Florence's enchanting streets adorned with Renaissance masterpieces - testimony to artistry intertwined with construction expertise. Finally, be awestruck by Scotland's Forth Bridge - an iconic feat connecting land masses across waterways since 1890. The construction industry weaves together cultures and eras while shaping landscapes worldwide.