Skanska celebrates Liberty expansion.Skanska USA Building Inc. announced that a ceremonial ribbon-cutting took place on July 19, 2007 at the Liberty Science Center in Jersey City, New Jersey. Skanska provided construction management services under a contract with the New Jersey Economic Development Authority The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (EDA) is an independent, quasi-governmental self-supporting entity in the U.S. state of New Jersey dedicated to broadening and expanding the state's economic base. for the $93.9 million expansion to the center. The project included an addition of 100,000 s/f of new space as well as retrofitting the existing 195,000 s/f. The retrofit ret·ro·fit v. ret·ro·fit·ted or ret·ro·fit, ret·ro·fit·ting, ret·ro·fits v.tr. 1. To provide (a jet, automobile, computer, or factory, for example) with parts, devices, or equipment not in replaced nearly every exhibition with new learning experiences in the areas of human health, invention and the environment. "The expansion and enhancement of the existing facility results in a greater experience for many additional guests," said Skanska's John Dolan John Dolan may refer to:
"The multiple improvements elevate el·e·vate tr.v. ele·vat·ed, ele·vat·ing, ele·vates 1. To move (something) to a higher place or position from a lower one; lift. 2. To increase the amplitude, intensity, or volume of. 3. the visitors' experience, provide enhanced guest services and improve the facility's operations." The executive and administrative operations are centralized cen·tral·ize v. cen·tral·ized, cen·tral·iz·ing, cen·tral·iz·es v.tr. 1. To draw into or toward a center; consolidate. 2. in the new addition along with retail, science hall and skyscraper skyscraper, modern building of great height, constructed on a steel skeleton. The form originated in the United States. Development of the Form Many mechanical and structural developments in the last quarter of the 19th cent. exhibition. Also, the parking area has been improved to better handle the many large school and activity groups that visit daily by bus. "We are pleased to have utilized our expertise in the successful completion of this project which is of great importance to our educational community and many people," stated Skanska's Paul Nylund, senior vice president. Skanska USA Building Inc. is a leading national and local provider of construction, pre-construction consulting, general contracting and design-build services to a broad range of U.S. industries including life sciences, healthcare, education, high-tech, aviation, transportation and sports and entertainment. Skanska USA Building also provides pharmaceutical validation services to clients. |
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