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Turner Wins US Air Force Modernisation Award

October 2, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Turner wins third US Air Force modernisation award.
FARM III programme has a contract ceiling of $900m.
Turner will modernise military testing facilities at AEDC.
Eight contractors selected for multiple-award contract.

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Strategic Implications

This award may indicate the US Air Force's growing reliance on private contractors for critical infrastructure modernisation. Turner's selection suggests that the company's expertise in defence infrastructure could be a key factor in future military construction projects, which could benefit the company's competitive position in the market.

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What Happened

Construction Firm Selected For FARM III Programme

The US Air Force has selected Turner Construction, along with seven other contractors, for the third phase of its modernisation programme, FARM III, with a contract ceiling of $900m. The programme aims to modernise the Arnold Engineering Development Complex’s military testing facilities. Turner’s selection builds on its previous work with the US Air Force, demonstrating its expertise in defence infrastructure. The award was reported by Construction Digital.

Source | Originally Published: October 1, 2026

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