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Jim Mintern (right) will be CRH's next chief executive officer, succeeding Albert Manifold (left) who retires at the end of this year. Image: CRH
September 24, 2024
Quarry Products
CRH announces new CEO
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September 10, 2021
New bee habitats thanks to RGB brick donations
Businesses, schools, and community groups from across Devon and Cornwall in south-west England have been nominated by their local community to be…
September 10, 2021
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Members of the Benin reforestation team
SMT takes part in reforestation of land in Benin
The Benin division of SMT has participated in the reforestation of one hectare of land to mark the West African nation's Tree Day.
September 9, 2021
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Hagenbuch will be remembered for her dedication, passion leadership and generous heart (Courtesy of Philippi-Hagenbuch)
Philippi-Hagenbuch mourns loss of co-founder
Pat Hagenbuch, co-founder of Philippi-Hagenbuch, passed away on 17 August at the age of 79 in the company of her family.
September 9, 2021
Ancillary Equipment
Bonfiglioli UK's 2,400m2 facility in Warrington, Cheshire
Bonfiglioli reaches 40 years in UK milestone
Italian drive specialist Bonfiglioli Riduttori is celebrating the 40th anniversary since the establishment of its first subsidiary in the UK.
September 9, 2021
CEMEX says sustainability is a fundamental part of its business strategy
CEMEX rolls out sustainability financing framework
CEMEX is launching what it claims is the most comprehensive sustainability-linked financing framework in the building materials sector.
September 8, 2021
Asphalt Plants, Equipment & Applications
Granite 2020 Sustainability Report climate risk assessment waste landfills asphalt production United Nations Global Compact
Granite publishes annual sustainability report 
Granite has published a report which contains a new sustainability strategy and  governance framework to support the implementation of environmental…
September 8, 2021
Ancillary Equipment
Charlotta Grähs
Epiroc appoints Grähs as general counsel
Epiroc has appointed Charlotta Gäähs as senior vice president general counsel and member of group management.
September 8, 2021
Quarry Products
HGVs are only 1% of road vehicles but account for 16% of UK transport emissions. Image: ©Andrew Norris/Dreamstime.com
MPA supports phase-out of non-zero emission HGVs
The UK Mineral Products Association (MPA) has set out its support for shifting road haulage to zero emission Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs) alongside…
September 8, 2021
Quarry Products
The BGS lectures will focus in building resilience to the impacts of climate change and driving decarbonisation solutions
BGS offers free climate action lectures
The British Geological Survey (BGS) is holding a series of lectures to highlight the crucial role of geoscience in creating a more sustainable and…
September 7, 2021
Concrete Plants, Equipment & Applications
National Ready Mixed Concrete Association ready mixed concrete drivers Mixer Driver Recruitment & Retention Survey
NRMCA survey shines light on driver shortage
A National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA) survey has revealed that driver turnover is once again a primary reason why ready mixed concrete…
September 7, 2021
Barbara Jeremiah is the first woman to chair Weir in its 150-year history
Barbara Jeremiah named as new Weir Group chair
Barbara Jeremiah is to succeed Charles Berry as chair of UK-based crushing, screening and washing equipment provider Weir Group.
September 7, 2021
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Hidromek equipment is used in quarry and mining operations, concrete plants and industrial applications
Hidromek showcases new products at NordBau
Turkish quarrying and construction equipment maker Hidromek will introduce two new excavators and showcase its existing range at this month's NordBau…
September 7, 2021
Concrete Plants, Equipment & Applications
H-P2A is a geopolymer technology enabling the formulation of low-carbon cements
Hoffmann granted patent for H-P2A tech
Hoffmann Green Cement Technologies has been granted a European patent for its H-P2A decarbonised cement technology.
September 6, 2021
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Beumer new office Denver Colorado mining projects
Beumer opens Denver office
Beumer has opened a new office in Denver to manage mining projects, which it says can be easily reached by customers.
September 6, 2021
Holcim launches nature-positive strategy with measurable 2030 biodiversity & water targets
Holcim has revealed its strategy to become nature-positive by restoring and preserving biodiversity and water while bringing more nature into cities…
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