In an effort to provide members with greater access to cutting edge decision making tools for their practice, the American Institute of Architects (AIA) announced an agreement with Reed Construction Data to become the first company under the new Strategic Partnership Program.  This initiative will be limited to eight companies that closely align with the Institute’s strategic initiatives and mission.  These select companies will be able to demonstrate how their products and services can better support the more than 80,000 AIA members. “Reed Construction Data is a widely known leader in data and information systems for the design and construction industry, and it demonstrates that they recognize the value of this comprehensive opportunity,” said AIA EVP/CEO Christine McEntee. “We anticipate that this partnership will help AIA members receive timely information about the valuable products and services that Reed offers.” Reed Construction Data CEO, Iain Melville, added, “This is a significant step for Reed Construction Data and an exciting time of change and development for the company.  By entering this partnership with the AIA, Reed positions itself at the forefront of the adoption of Building Information Modeling technology and integrated data solutions for the practice of Architecture.” The AIA and Reed plan to release more information regarding their partnership at the upcoming AIA National Convention in Boston, May 15-17. About The American Institute of Architects For over 150 years, members of The American Institute of Architects have worked with each other and their communities to create more valuable, healthy, secure, and sustainable buildings and cityscapes.  AIA members have access to the right people, knowledge, and tools to create better design, and through such resources and access, they help clients and communities make their visions real.  www.aia.org Reed Construction Data Media Contact: Ryan Cummings Reed Construction Data 770-417-4000 AIA Media Contact: Scott Frank 202-626-7467 To download information on this strategic alliance select this link: RCD AIA Partnership

Construction information provider accelerates development of industry-defining technology for BIM Reed Construction Data today announced the completion of its acquisition of Tectonic Partners Inc., a leading developer and content provider of building information modeling (BIM). The combination of these two companies further solidifies Reed’s strategic initiative to develop several leading platforms in the emerging building information modeling space.  “The technology of BIM has been developing for years and is near the tipping point,” said Iain Melville, CEO of Reed Construction Data.  “It’s now our task to simplify this technology, further develop our products and services, and offer the AEC community powerful solutions for integrating and managing BIM.” Tectonic’s CEO, Arol Wolford, has joined Reed Construction Data as a consultant.  “The development and positioning of our combined content and services have the power to drive this emerging field,” said Arol Wolford, CEO of Tectonic.  “We’re excited to see advancements in the industry as we progress and the industry continues to embrace this powerful technology.” Prior to the acquisition, Tectonic Partners was controlled by Geronimo Investments, LLC, the holding company of Atlanta entrepreneur, Jack Alexander. Tectonic Partners Inc. is dedicated to advancement of Building Information Modeling, from 3D design visualization to engineering analysis and simulation that incorporates building product information. Tectonic develops frameworks and applications that manage BIM content, automate industry-strength quantity take-off, facilitate decision-making for product procurement with respect to quality, energy efficiency, sustainability, and availability, and collect and publish market data for building product demand forecasting. Geronimo Investments, LLC is a diversified investment company involved in the hotel, oil/gas and technology industries.  For more information, call 404-583-0072. Media Contact: Ryan Cummings Reed Construction Data 770-417-4000  

Construction information provider increases data acquisition resources by 40% in 2008 Reed Construction Data, a leading provider of construction information, is launching a major initiative throughout 2008 to boost the quality and quantity of its construction reporting data.  Using new technology and automation to improve speed and efficiency, Reed’s investment represents a 40 percent increase in its overall data reporting resources, and is designed to increase the quantity of reports issued, improve the timeliness of project coverage and increase the number of plans and specs acquired.  “This initiative sets a new standard for Reed Construction Data by enhancing the quality of the products we offer our customers every day,” said Jane Rafeedie, Vice President, Data Acquisition.  “We’re excited about the promise of this ongoing investment and expect to see notable results throughout the year.” To reach its aggressive benchmarks, Reed is leveraging established resources from Reed Business Information, including its 20-year-old Reed Data Services operation.  No job reductions are planned in Reed’s U.S. operations as a result of this initiative. “We are responding to our customers’ needs for more information, more updates, and faster turnaround times,” Rafeedie continued.  “Our customers are working harder than ever and we are very happy to innovate in ways that will help them win more business.” Reed executives have stated positive results are being seen in current training phases and they expect to see additional results as the initiative progresses. Media Contact: Ryan Cummings Reed Construction Data 770-417-4000  

Construction information provider delivers Canadian industry news, project information to key Alberta construction association Reed Construction Data (RCD) and the Merit Contractors Association have announced the signing of an alliance agreement that will see the two organizations combining resources in various initiatives to support the growth in the Alberta construction market. “Since 1911, RCD, through the Journal of Commerce has had a strong voice in Western Canada’s construction industry,” states Mark Casaletto, VP and General Manager of Reed Construction Data Canada. “We are excited to be working with a respected organization, a driving force behind the recent boom of construction in Alberta.” Casaletto added, “This partnership is important to both organizations because we share a clear vision of the future of the construction industry in Alberta.” The agreement contains a number of opportunities designed to advance the growth and development of construction in Alberta. Merit members will receive discounted rates towards an array of Reed Construction Data products and services including: Journal of Commerce, Building Reports (Connect, KeyMail, KeyFax, and Keyline), RCD Interactive, CanaData Products, RS Means and Pre-Bid subscription service. In Edmonton, Stephen Kushner, President of Merit stated, “Our recent partnership with Reed Constriction Data will benefit our members by providing access to timely and accurate construction industry news and project information. RCD and Merit are committed to the Alberta construction market, and the open shop contractors in Alberta.” About Merit Contractors Association Merit Contractors Association is a non-for-profit organization comprised of over 1,300 member firms, employing over 40,000 people in commercial, institutional and industrial construction sectors. The Association provides its members with the most comprehensive and cost-effective benefits plan in the Canadian construction industry. Representing the voice of open shop construction in Alberta, Merit Contractors Association focuses on the human resource needs of contractors, offering employee benefits, training, retirement programs, a recruitment website, and more. For more information, visit www.reedconstructiondata.com/can or contact Kathy Mikolajczyk, 905-752-5529.

Construction information provider to deliver industry-defining technology for BIM Reed Construction Data today announced the acquisition of Tectonic Partners Inc., a leading developer and service provider of building information modeling (BIM) for the architectural, engineering and construction industries. The acquisition represents a significant strategic move by Reed Construction Data to become a leader in the emerging building information modeling space and complements the strategic partnership with RCMS Group announced earlier this year. An agreement between the two companies was signed today in Atlanta. The acquisition will formally close Feb. 1, 2008. The combination of Reed Construction Data and Tectonic will give architects, engineers and contractors (AEC) a powerful set of solutions for creating and managing BIM content on their desktops, as well as integrating RSMeans’ industry-leading cost data into the objects and the drawings themselves. “By combining the power of RSMeans data and other Tectonic applications, we’ll be able to make a huge impact in the daily business lives of the AEC community,” said Iain Melville, CEO of Reed Construction Data. “I am excited about the potential to create rich BIM content for BPMs and to create many new products and services in the future.” “Reed Construction Data and Tectonic together will move BIM to truly integrate RSMeans data into the work flows of architects, engineers and contractors,” Melville said. “We think this is powerful marriage of both BIM technology and integrated data.” As part of the agreement, Arol Wolford, CEO of Tectonic, and one of the leading innovators in the industry, will stay on as a consultant to Reed Construction Data. “I’m very excited to work alongside Reed and to match our products and services with the strong content that they provide,” Wolford said. “BIM has opened up countless opportunities in our industry, and the combination of our companies will give us the power to deliver full service BIM options to the AEC community.” Tectonic provides several unique products and services, including BIM Library Manager, a software application for the organization and management of Autodesk Revit families, which helps assist in efficient creation of BIM. Tectonic also has built an expansive library of BIM objects and is in the process of developing a powerful quantity take off tool to further meet the needs of the AEC community. The emerging BIM technology provides consumers with the ability to improve visualization, coordination, simulation and optimization, which translates into direct advantages such as cost savings, fewer errors, productivity gains and the ability to manage building information throughout a project’s entire lifecycle. Media Contact: Ryan Cummings Reed Construction Data 770-417-4000  

National publication ‘The Leaders’ names top construction companies in Canada Reed Construction Data Canada has released The Leaders, the company’s annual publication ranking the top Canadian general contractors. The Leaders includes top 100 lists for Eastern and Western Canada, and for the first time, a national list of the top 50 companies.  In each list, companies are ranked based on the total value of projects under construction from October 1, 2006 – September 30, 2007, as reported by Reed Construction Data. At the top of the list, the national leader is Mississauga-based EllisDon Corporation, an international construction services firm, with reported projects under construction valued at $8.5 billion.  Rounding out the top five companies on the national list are Kellogg, Brown & Root, $4.3 billion; PCL Constructors, Inc., $4.2 billion; Soc d’énergie de la Baie James, $4 billion; Ledcor Group of Companies $1.4 billion. “This year, we decided to take The Leaders rankings to a national audience because we felt there was a need for this kind of recognition in Canada,” said Mark Casaletto, vice president and general manager of Reed Construction Data Canada. Copies of The Leaders report are available to subscribers of Daily Commercial News and Journal of Commerce, both publications of Reed Construction Data, and to attendees at Construct Canada. For more information or to view The Leaders rankings online, visit Daily Commercial News. Media Contact: Ryan Cummings Reed Construction Data 770-417-4000  

Free construction project leads available to contractors looking to work in areas affected by Hurricane Katrina Reed Construction Data has announced a two-part effort, starting December 1st, to help stimulate local economies throughout Louisiana and Mississippi; areas still rebuilding after Hurricane Katrina. “The devastation from Katrina has had long-lasting effects on the economy and reconstruction is a long and difficult process,” said Iain Melville, CEO of Reed Construction Data.  “It can be very taxing on a community and its resources and any increased construction activity in these areas will help stimulate the local economies.” Reed is offering Louisiana and Mississippi commercial and civil bulletins, to those seeking construction project news in these areas.  Anyone can have access to these Reed Bulletins free of charge, for the month of December 2007. “Our goal is to provide construction companies with quick and easy access to construction project information,” said Robert Minnaugh, director of product management for the contractor market.  “We want to help bridge the gap between owners and contractors and provide a means of informing them about project opportunities.” Click here to sign up for the program. In related efforts, Reed Construction Data is a sponsor of DesCours, a free, eight-day architecture and visual arts event in New Orleans designed to boost the city’s economy and stimulate interest in architecture and cultural tourism, presented by AIA New Orleans. DesCours will run from December 7-14 and feature a variety of fine art and architectural installations from internationally recognized artists, entertainment from local musicians, an opening night celebration, along with several other unique shows and exhibitions. Media Contact: Ryan Cummings Reed Construction Data 770-417-4000  

BIM expert and industry leader joins advisory board of fast-rising AEC service provider Iain Melville, CEO of Reed Construction Data, a leading international provider of construction information solutions, has joined the Board of Advisors of Atlanta-based RCMS Group, an innovator in providing building information modeling (BIM) services to the building design and construction market. Melville brings to RCMS Group more than 20 years of experience in leveraging innovation to develop and manage growth for Internet, data, publication and event businesses, in addition to a passion for how BIM can move the AEC community forward. “I’m attracted to RCMS Group because of a shared vision of the building design and construction industry – a vision driven largely by BIM,” said Melville. “Joining RCMS Group as an advisor is another way to help combine Reed’s industry-leading information services with RCMS Group’s service-driven BIM modeling expertise.” Melville’s joining the RCMS Group’s Board of Advisors comes shortly after Reed Construction Data and RCMS Group announced a partnership intended to promote the creation and distribution of intelligent building content to the AEC community, including building product manufacturers, architects, general contactors and sub-contractors.  RCMS Group is one of the fastest-rising real estate companies in Atlanta and the Southeast.  The company has grown more than 200 percent annually since 2004 in a $15 billion market for new, non-residential building design. By 2020, specialized outsourced services, including building design, are projected to reach $40 billion, according to a NASSCOM/Booz Allen study. Media Contact: Nelson Mumma Jr. GCI Group 404-260-3517

ReedBulletin.com delivers new e-mail bidding options, easier access to construction project news Reed Construction Data has announced the newly enhanced ReedBulletin.com, the popular source for general contractors and sub-contractors seeking the most up-to-date commercial construction project news. ReedBulletin.com is the online companion to the printed Reed Bulletin, offered nationwide and delivered in more than 120 regional publications. While print subscribers get the same information on construction projects in their area, ReedBulletin.com automatically updates those projects on a daily basis, allowing subscribers to react quickly to projects as they change. Contractors using the new ReedBulletin.com can now e-mail projects to potential bidders with a custom message, while sub-contractor recipients will receive project information and the option to directly order plans, specs and addenda for the project.  New bid date email reminder capabilities make it easier for everyone to track and respond to multiple projects. “ReedBulletin.com has been redesigned with the contractor in mind,” said Robert Minnaugh, director of product management for the contractor market.  “The new capabilities now make it even easier to find and rapidly bid on commercial construction projects of interest.” Other enhancements to ReedBulletin.com include streamlined project access, enhanced “hot list” project tracking capabilities, easily downloadable print samples, expanded online help and ordering options, timely message boards and a new “building green” community.  Media Contact: Ryan Cummings Reed Construction Data 770-417-4000  

Daily Commercial News and Journal of Commerce offer new service to access construction project information Reed Construction Data Canada has announced the launch of Building Reports Online, a subscription service for the construction industry providing an online interface to access project information at any stage throughout the construction cycle. This new service is available through Reed’s Daily Commercial News, a daily source for Canadian construction news, project leads, events and resources serving Ontario, and the Journal of Commerce, a similar source serving Alberta and British Columbia. Customers that are currently subscribed to Daily Commercial News and the Journal of Commerce have full access to Building Reports Online using a subscriber ID. Visitors can find several categories of projects including industrial, commercial, institutional, residential and engineering, and the enhanced interface targets the region and phase of the construction project leads customers require. Project information from Building Reports Online is organized by region and further navigation splits projects into four phases: planning, tender alert, bid results and starts. The tender alert phase is a new option that provides a view of all of Building Reports projects in tender stage. The summary data, organized by closing date, summarizes addenda, extensions, and bidder lists in each region, at a glance. Through Building Reports Online, construction professionals can gather comprehensive project listings, project leads, bidding opportunities and the latest construction news.  For more information on Building Reports, Daily Commercial News and the Journal of Commerce call 800-465-6475. Media Contact: Ryan Cummings Reed Construction Data 770-417-4000  

Group Publisher of Associated Construction Publications retires John Weatherhead, group publisher of Reed Construction Data’s Associated Construction Publications (ACP) has announced his retirement today.  For more than forty years Weatherhead has been a major force in the construction information and publishing marketplace. “On behalf of the management team at Reed Construction Data and Reed Business Information, I wish to thank John Weatherhead for his extraordinary service to the business and the market,” said Iain Melville, CEO, Reed Construction Data.  “We will all miss his experience, wisdom and tireless endeavor on behalf of ACP.” Weatherhead will continue to work for ACP as an independent consultant through 2008 transitioning key ACP accounts, continuing to build association relationships and uncovering new custom publishing opportunities. “I’m fortunate to have formed so many great relationships at Reed and within this industry,” said Weatherhead.  “I’m looking forward to being a part of this organization’s future in my role as a consultant.” Weatherhead joined the ACP team in 1966. He has held several positions within the group as news reporter, Western regional manager and executive vice president, as well as sales manager and director of customer publishing. Bill Cariello, publisher of First Source, will replace Weatherhead as group publisher of ACP.  Cariello has over twenty years of experience in publishing at Reed Business Information and other leading companies.  He has been responsible for significant developments on First Source, a building product directory for the commercial construction industry, including driving its transition from a print to an Internet-based directory. “Bill will be a great asset to ACP as he brings a wealth of experience and abilities,” said Melville.  “His direction and leadership will help us continue to advance the growth of our publications.” ACP’s group of 14 market-leading publications reports on the construction industry in the United States through a network of locally based editors. ACP has built one of the world’s largest editorial staffs devoted to this market sector and has built a combined BPA audited and requested circulation of more than 100,000 subscribers. Media Contact: Ryan Cummings Reed Construction Data 770-417-4000  

MeansCostWorks.com now includes the Square Foot Estimator, a web-based tool that allows users to create square foot building cost estimates in as little as two minutes in a secure online environment. Square Foot Estimator provides online access to the extensive RSMeans library of commercial building models and systems, and enables design professionals to quickly and easily calculate building costs. Users choose from 75 commercial building models and then specify building type, area, perimeter, number of stories, story height, framing and exterior walls.  They can opt to use Means data for cost escalation, architect fees, and contractor overhead, or input their own percentages. Square Foot Estimator joins Construction Cost Estimator as part of the MeansCostWorks.com family of web-based tools. Like Construction Cost Estimator, Square Foot Estimator lets users choose union or open shop labor rates and factor their estimates to over 900 locations in the U.S. and Canada. “This is a welcome tool for anyone who needs to produce conceptual estimates,” said RSMeans Senior Engineer/Editor Barbara Balboni, who played a critical role in the development of the tool. “Square Foot Estimator will be a huge time-saver.” With just a few clicks of the mouse, users can create accurate square foot estimates that can be printed, exported to Excel, shared online, or saved for easy collaboration and archiving. Most importantly, customers can feel confident knowing their estimates reflect continuously updated cost data from the most recognized source in construction cost information. For more information about Square Foot Estimator or other MeansCostWorks.com products, call 1-800-344-3509 or visit MeansCostworks.com About RSMeans and Reed Construction Data RSMeans, a part of Reed Construction Data, is the foremost source of construction cost information in North America, with 24 annual cost data products, and multiple CD, online and OEM software solutions that offer quarterly cost updates. RSMeans also offers over 60 construction reference publications, a nationwide seminar program, and consulting services. Reed Construction Data is a leading provider of quality construction information products and services that provide accurate and actionable project, product, and cost data. Reed Construction Data is part of Reed Elsevier (NYSE: RUK and ENL) – a world-leading publisher and information provider. Media Contact: Ryan Cummings Reed Construction Data 770-417-4000  

ReedConstructionData.com builds foundation for content-rich construction industry community Reed Construction Data has launched a new company website that will bolster its online presence and provide a platform to host new information, features and functionality for the entire construction community. In phase one of an ongoing and innovative Web initiative, ReedConstructionData.com will feature a new look and smoother navigation that provides customers and visitors easier access to the company’s suite of information-based products and services. Future phases will include streamlined access to Reed’s subscription services, the ability to interact with Website content and more. “What we’re looking to accomplish is to become integrated in what our clients do every day,” said Steve Ritchie, VP of marketing and business development. “Instead of just publishing information, we’re taking that extra step to help them get full value out of it.” Creators of the site have implemented several innovative features — forming a destination for construction news, trends, expert insight, products and services. Reed will take advantage of the information available through its vast resources in the U.S. and Canadian markets to host: Project data and values Construction market forecasts Detailed economic information Insight from expert economists Editorial from Associated Construction Publications Communities featuring editorial content and blogs on construction industry topics Opportunity to buy RCD and RSMeans products online Reed Construction Data will continue rolling out new features and content in late 2007/early 2008 to enhance users’ experience. For more information, visit www.reedconstructiondata.com. Media Contact: Ryan Cummings Reed Construction Data 770-417-4000  

Industry leader teams with service provider to launch BIM services portfolio   Reed Construction Data (RCD), a leading international provider of construction information solutions, announced today that it has partnered with RCMS Group, an innovator in providing building information modeling (BIM) services to the building design and construction market. The agreement is primarily intended to promote the creation and distribution of intelligent building content to the AEC community, including building product manufacturers, architects, general contactors, and sub-contractors. For this partnership, both companies are focused on creating content and building models for the Autodesk® platform, and specifically Revit, which allows an architect to use the content in both the conceptual stage and the design process. “There is roughly $400 billion in new, non-residential development underway in the U.S. each year, with about $15 billion of that allocated for building design. Given the size of the market and the relatively early stage of BIM adoption, the opportunities to grow the BIM market are significant,” according to Iain Melville, CEO of Reed Construction Data. “This partnership is important to both companies because we share a clear vision for the future of the building design and construction industry. That future clearly includes BIM,” said Melville. “We look forward to combining Reed’s industry-leading information services with RCMS Group’s service-driven BIM modeling expertise.” Reed Construction Data, as part of Reed Business Information, brings to the partnership North America’s largest business-to-business information resources, with more than 80 market-leading publications, 55 websites and a range of leading business-to-business services. RCMS Group, with its offices in Atlanta and India, brings innovative and value-added BIM services that include: Creation of BIM content for building product manufacturersConversion of completed 2D construction drawings to 3D BIM models Development of Architectural BIM models working with architects, structural and MEP consultants Development of “Builders” BIM model for general contractorsCreation of quantity take-offs from BIM models for general contractorsDetection of collisions and clashes within BIM models for general contractors “It makes a lot of sense for us to partner with a company that clearly gets the advantages of BIM and its place in the future of our industry,” said KP Reddy, CEO, RCMS Group. “RCD has a clear strategy to embed building design and product content into the architect’s workflow in addition to creating value downstream for general contractors, and we are the perfect partner to help make that happen.”

Reed First Source (ReedFirstSource.com) the leading, internet-based, building product directory for the commercial construction industry, has announced enhanced search and navigation capabilities designed to meet the needs of the “green” or “sustainable” architecture communities. Products suitable for green construction are identified with a green and white leaf icon, and are visible to Reed First Source visitors during CSI MasterFormat site navigation or keyword search. The site also offers a “green product only” filter option. These new options will give architects, engineers and designers an easier way to locate green products, and building product manufacturers now have a forum to showcase their companies’ response to the call for sustainable architecture. “The United States Green Building Council reports almost 8,000 LEED (www.usgbc.org/leed) registered projects through July this year, said Bill Cariello, First Source Publisher. Reed Construction Data’s research shows that almost half of all architecture firms are currently working on LEED projects.” “The high activity in LEED projects, combined with an even greater number of non-LEED projects that incorporate elements of sustainable architecture, has driven the need for a fast, effective green product search,” added Bob Keaton, First Source Editor. Keaton and his staff have assembled a list of criteria to apply the green designation, including certification, recycled content and environmental impact. The green icon is only applied to those companies with valued-added content on the site. “Our editorial mission has always been to empower the design community to locate vendors of the products needed for their projects, and provide content that supports the design process,” said Keaton. “Adding a green search is the logical extension of this capability.” Building product manufacturers interested in participating should contact a Reed First Source representative to obtain details. For more information about Reed First Source, please call 800-395-1988, or e-mail reedfirstsource@reedbusiness.com. Media Contact: Ryan Cummings Reed Construction Data 770-417-4000  

Associated Construction Publications (ACP), Reed Construction Data’s national network of construction magazines, has announced its sponsorship of the International Construction Challenge, an educational competition to give high school students a broader awareness on the importance of the construction industry, with an emphasis on construction careers, infrastructure, construction equipment, creative problem solving and teamwork. The challenge will give sixty teams from the United States and Canada a chance to advance to the Finals Tournament in Las Vegas on March 10-14, 2008 and will feature a display for the winning team’s solutions at CONEXPO-CON/AGG, a tradeshow showcasing new construction equipment and technology. The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM), in partnership with Destination ImagiNation, Inc., will host the event to compliment their ongoing efforts to attract the best and brightest young people to the construction industry. “It’s crucial that we educate the students who will become tomorrow’s construction workforce,” said John Weatherhead, Group Publisher and General Manager, Associated Construction Publications.  “We must show them how critical the construction industry is to the entire country’s future, and that there are many rewarding careers in this industry.” The competition will challenge the students in three areas: awareness of construction-related jobs, construction equipment and manufacturing, and infrastructure awareness. To determine the sixty finalists, a qualifying round will be held on January 12, 2008 in six regions around the country including the West (California), Southeast (Georgia), East/New England (New Jersey), East Central (Ohio), Southeast (Texas) and Midwest (Wisconsin). For more information on the International Construction Competition, visit www.constructionchallenge.org. For more information on ACP/Reed Construction Data, visit www.reedconstructiondata.com. Contact: Greg Sitek, Associated Construction Publications, 205-633-1789, gsitek@reedbusiness.com Media Contact: Ryan Cummings Reed Construction Data 770-417-4000  

Reed Construction Data, a leading supplier of quality construction information products and services, announced today the release of their latest information solution for strategic and tactical planning, Reed Construction Forecast. This product is produced in partnership with Property and Portfolio Research (PPR), an independent provider of real estate research, portfolio strategy and risk management advisory services. The Reed Construction Forecast product delivers the most timely construction industry activity statistics in a dynamic, quarterly format — combining historical data, current year projections and forward-looking forecasts. This database applies local market drivers to create a model-driven business planning and information tool covering 21 major project categories at the MSA level. In addition, forecast data can be aggregated at the county level to create custom territories. The database contains construction activity statistics recorded in both square footage and dollar value figures. Forecast reports will be published within 18 business days after the close of each quarter. The development of Reed Construction Forecast is a natural extension of the product line already containing some of the industry’s most respected construction analytics and research solutions. Reed Construction Startsis currently available in two formats — year-to-date construction activity published monthly or historical activity in a searchable database. Reed Market Fundamentals offers a quarterly forecast report available at metropolitan market level. “Responding to market needs and customer requests, Reed Construction Data continues to build on the strategic relationship with PPR to offer business leaders in the construction community a complete portfolio of analytics products”, stated George Haddad, Vice President, Product Management for Reed Construction Data. "This new service builds on our collaborative relationship to provide the construction industry with forward looking information and stay ahead of market trends," says George Manthous, Director of Sales and Marketing at PPR. For more information or to purchase Reed Construction Forecast, please contact us at 800-424-3996.  

Reed Construction Data Canada (RCD) and the Southern Vancouver Island Construction Association (SVICA) have announced the signing of a strategic alliance agreement that will see the organizations working together to support the growth of the Vancouver Island construction market. SVICA is one of three Vancouver Island Associations forming the Vancouver Island Construction Association (VICA), one of four BC regional associations forming the British Columbia Construction Association (BCCA). The agreement contains a number of opportunities designed to advance the growth and development of Construction organizations on Vancouver Island. SVICA members (new members and members who are currently RCD customers) will receive discounted rates toward an array of RCD products and services including; Building Reports (Connect, KeyMail, KeyFax, and KeyLine), Journal of Commerce, RCD Interactive, CanaData products and RS Means. In addition, RCD and SVICA will launch the Pre-Bid subscription service to SVICA members, which will provide the latest information on commercial, industrial and institutional projects from the planning phases through to the preparation of the final tender documents. “Reed has a history in the western Canadian market that dates back to 1911. Vancouver Island has always been a strong part of our history. This new alliance with SVICA is a genuine opportunity for RCD to support business growth on the Island,” states Mark Casaletto, Reed Construction Data Canada’s Managing Director. “We look forward to working with every member of this organization; helping to support their goals as we grow together. We are honoured to be able to call ourselves a partner of SVICA. “Reed Construction Data has been a well known and well respected source of information for our members for many years,” says Greg Baynton, President of the Southern and Vancouver Island Construction Associations. “We are very excited about our alliance with Reed Construction Data and we look forward to offering our members an expanded array of benefits and powerful tools enabling their growth and greater success”. About the Vancouver Island Construction Association The Vancouver Island Construction Association (VICA) represents local industrial, commercial, institutional and multi-residential divisions of construction across Vancouver Island. VICA is comprised of the Southern Vancouver Island Construction Association (SVICA), the North Vancouver Island Construction Association (NVICA), and the Mid-Island Construction Association (MICA). SVICA works to serve and promote the business life of all VICA members. ### For more information about Reed Construction Data, contact Kathy Mikolajczyk at 905-752-5529 or email to kathym@reedbusiness.com Eastern

Reed Construction Data (RCD) and the Ontario General Contractors Association (OGCA) have announced the signing of a strategic alliance agreement that will result in the two organizations combining resources in support of Ontario’s General Contractors. The agreement includes a number of provisions designed to foster growth and development of OGCA members, and to further strengthen RCD’s position as Canada’s leading provider of construction information and opportunity. OGCA members will receive substantial benefits from the agreement, including significant discounts on RCD’s published products. In addition to trial subscriptions to Daily Commercial News for new members, OGCA members will enjoy reduced subscription rates on Building Reports and RS Means, and reduced admission to the annual CanaData Conference. OGCA members will automatically receive RCD’s weekly CanaData electronic newsletter at no charge, to be launched in Spring 2007. Discounts will be available to OGCA members for subscriptions to RCD’s Interior Design, Building Design and Construction, Customer Builder, Professional Builder, and Professional Remodeler magazines. OGCA members will benefit from reduced advertising rates in RCD publications, permitting cost-effective promotion opportunities for OGCA members to a highly focused and targeted audience. The agreement calls for RCD and the OGCA to share in efforts to promote the General Contracting profession in Ontario. “The partnership between RCD and OGCA is a natural fit,” states Mark Casaletto, RCD Canada’s Managing Director. “We have been working with General Contractors in Ontario since we first published Daily Commercial News in November 1927. Our editors rely on General Contractors as an important source, their voice has been heard by the entire industry through our articles. They have been an ongoing advertiser with us and most importantly one of our largest and most active readers for 80 years. We are excited to align ourselves with the OGCA and look forward to making our products and services more readily available to their members to help them succeed in today’s marketplace. RCD looks forward to working side by side with the OGCA as a partner in our mutual success and growth for many years to come.” “RCD products have been a trusted source of both information and opportunity for Ontario’s General Contractors for many years,” adds Clive Thurston, President of the OGCA. “Our membership has traditionally looked to Daily Commercial News for business leads and insight into best practices and methods. We’re delighted to be associated with an organization known for accuracy and integrity, and excited about the additional prospects our members will enjoy through increased access to RCD’s products and services.” About the Ontario General Contractors Association The Ontario General Contractors Association (OGCA) is Canada’s only provincial association of General Contractors. Established in 1939, the Association is the advocate and advisor to its member companies. With approximately 200 members, the OGCA represents almost 60 per cent of the institutional, commercial and industrial construction in the province. ###For more information about Reed Construction Data, contact Kathy Mikolajczyk at 905-752-5529 or email to kathym@reedbusiness.com.