On the Cover: Ticonic Bridge Replacement

Replacing a major bridge over Maine's flood-prone Kennebec River required more than a standard approach. In this issue's cover feature, PileDriver takes readers inside the $52.8-million Ticonic Bridge Replacement, where Cianbro Corporation developed an innovative overhead gantry and truss system to minimize risk, reduce environmental impact and keep work moving safely above the water. The article also highlights how driven piles played a critical role in supporting the temporary structures that made this ambitious build possible.

Five Decades in Deep Foundations:

Exclusive Interview with Wayne Waters

Read a special conversation with Wayne Waters, a founding leader of PDCA and past president whose 56-year career helped shape the modern driven pile industry. Waters reflects on growing up around cranes, building a family contracting business and the lessons he learned about leadership, safety and the value of community within PDCA. It's a thoughtful look at the people and perspective behind a lifetime in pile driving and a reminder of what makes this industry unique.

The Driven Pile Academy: 
A Landmark Hands-on Training Event

More than 300 industry professionals gathered in Southern Mississippi in November for PDCA's 2025 Driven Pile Academy  the most immersive hands-on training experience in the deep foundations sector. From safety planning and real-world field stations to cutting-edge equipment demonstrations and peer-to-peer collaboration, the Academy offered a rare opportunity to learn directly on the job site.

PDCA Member Profile:
Kingdom Pipe & Steel

This issue features a spotlight on Kingdom Pipe & Steel, a Texas-based, family-owned supplier providing structural pipe piling for driven pile foundations across the U.S. The article explores the company's focus on New Mill Secondary pipe as a cost-effective option for deep foundation projects, along with the values-driven approach that guides its relationships, customer service and growth as a newer PDCA associate member. 

Project Spotlight:
BWC Stockton Marine Oil Terminal

The BWC Stockton Marine Oil Terminal marks a major milestone as the first newly constructed greenfield marine oil terminal in California in more than three decades. Designed by Simpson Gumpertz & Heger and built by CS Marine Constructors Inc., the project showcases innovative pile-supported platforms, seismic resilience and precise execution within a narrow in-water construction window. With complex subsurface conditions and an aggressive schedule, the Stockton MOT sets a new benchmark for modern maritime infrastructure.

Project Spotlight: Rebuilding Terminal 5

Orion takes readers inside the modernization of Terminal 5 at the Port of Seattle, one of the most significant marine infrastructure projects in the Puget Sound region in recent years. Serving as both general contractor and marine foundation specialist, Orion tackled extensive demolition, dredging and deep foundation installation to strengthen the aging wharf and prepare it for larger vessels and increased cargo demands. With thousands of driven piles, complex underwater conditions and innovative solutions to unexpected challenges, the project demonstrates the scale and expertise required to rebuild critical waterfront facilities.

The 2026 Media Kit is Here!

Plan your year with the 2026 PDCA Media Kit, available online. Explore advertising opportunities across PileDriver magazine, the PDCA Membership Directory, e-newsletters and more and connect your brand with the driven pile industry's most engaged audience.

Are you interested in being interviewed or writing an article for PileDriver magazine? Editorial coverage is one of the FREE benefits of PDCA membership! The PDCA Communications Committee is always looking for companies, pile driving projects and industry stories to write about. To learn more or to ask about how you can join a PDCA Communications Committee call email matt@piledrivers.org.