The Turner Corporation reported results for the six-month period that ended June 30. The value of new contracts secured for the period was $3.8 billion compared to $4.2 billion for the comparable period in 2002. New contracts won during the first half of 2003 included Northwestern University McGaw Pavilion in Chicago, Ill., University of Cincinnati Recreation Center in Cinncinati, Ohio, Lexington Medical Center in West Columbia, S.C. and an addition for the Tennessee Aquarium in Chattanooga, Tenn.

The American Association of Airport Executives presented its Corporate Cup of Excellence to Parsons Brinckerhoff. The award was given in recognition of the long-term support the firm has shown to the association, its members and the airport industry.

Schoor DePalma was selected for the third consecutive year as one of New Jersey's Finest companies. The New Jersey's Finest award program, conducted by PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, is given annually to 25 privately held companies in New Jersey that exhibit substantial revenue growth and superior employee benefits.

Sika Corporation introduced its newly redesigned website for its construction division at www.sikausa.com.