June 2026

The Unspoken Problem

The construction industry has the second-highest rate of suicide in the United States. This is according to “Suicides among construction workers in the United States, 2021,” a study published in the American Journal of Industrial Medicine in 2024. In Hawai‘i, carpentry and construction rank first, as revealed in a new study published in March 2026 […]

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Maui High students win 2026 Hawai‘i Bridge Builder Competition

The Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) congratulated Ian Payba and Jeter Hondo for winning the 2026 Hawai‘i Bridge Builder Competition. The two Maui High School juniors received their awards and a $1,000 cash prize for their school at the 17th annual Hawai‘i STEM Conference on April 15 and 16 at the Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort.

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HAPI announces Sara Thomas as new executive director

Hawaii Asphalt Paving Industry (HAPI) announced the hiring of Sara Thomas as executive director following Jon Young’s departure from the role. Young will remain as senior advisor to offer institutional knowledge and technical support during the transition. “I am confident Sara is ready to take the lead and will serve our members and government agency

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NAIOP Hawaii celebrates 2026 Kukulu Hale Award winners

NAIOP Hawaii announced the 2026 commercial real estate award winners during their May 1 Kukulu Hale Awards ceremony at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel. NAIOP Hawaii, the local chapter of the national industry association, presented 12 awards recognizing outstanding companies, projects and individuals in Hawai‘i commercial real estate development. The awards consisted of eight project awards

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