AfriSam: Little cheer from South African budget speech, but construction is resilient
Despite the sobering messages from South Africa's budget speech on 21 February 2024, the country's construction sector remains resilient – exemplified by construction materials major AfriSam, which is turning 90 this year.
Aggregate Industries launches Foamix Eco carbon-neutral asphalt solution
Aggregate Industries has launched Foamix Eco, a groundbreaking, onsite asp
Holcim hails record-breaking year
Swiss building materials giant Holcim is celebrating record annual results and has achieved its Strategy 2025 target ahead of schedule.
Next-Gen Finlay jaw crushers redefine crushing efficiency
Finlay is introducing two new mobile jaw crushers - the J-1170+ and J-1170AS+. Both models are said to offer significant upgrades over their predecessors (J-1170 and J-1170AS) to offer customers dynamic, efficient solutions for diverse materials processing needs.
Terex MP reveals full-year 2023 sales growth and stable Q4 performance
The Terex Materials Processing (Terex MP) business division within Terex Corporation posted 2023 full-year net sales of $2.2 billion, up 14.7% or $285.4 million year-over-year. Income from operations increased 20.4% to $358.6 million for the full year 2023, or 16.1% of net sales, compared to $297.8 million, or 15.3% of net sales, in the prior year.
CRH enters a binding agreement to buy Adbri in Australia in partnership with the Barro Group
CRH, the Irish building materials major, has entered a binding agreement to acquire Adbri in Australia in partnership with the Barro Group.
ABC Survey: Biden's proposed apprenticeship rule will strongly discourage construction apprenticeship program participation
According to the results of a new survey
CDP ratings demonstrate Breedon commitment to environmental transparency
Breedon Group, a leading vertically integrated construction materials group in Great Britain and Ireland, has revealed its commendable performance in its inaugural submission to the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). This global nonprofit runs the world's leading environmental disclosure platform.
EvoQuip appoints TRADE GROUP PROMTECHSERVIS as Ukraine distributor
EvoQuip has appointed TRADE GROUP PROMTECHSERVIS as its authorised distributor in Ukraine.
Martin Engineering opens new Italian HQ following restructure
Martin Engineering, a major bulk materials handling solutions manufacturer and supplier, has restructured its Italian business and relocated to a new purpose-built facility to boost customer service and accelerate growth.
Benninghoven showcases 100% green hydrogen system for road construction
With its burner that can be run with 100% green hydrogen, Benninghoven offers a pioneering solution for more sustainability in road construction.
Epiroc introduces VC 3000 to successful V Cutter range
With its V-shaped design, the latest drum cutter range from Epiroc is said to set a new standard in quarrying and trenching. Now, the Swedish company has unveiled the new VC 3000, a model containing all the benefits of the full V Cutter range while offering energy savings of up to 40 %.
Heidelberg Materials UK invests in Wirtgen mobile cold recycling mixing plant
Heidelberg Materials UK has invested in a mobile cold recycling mixing plant, demonstrating its commitment to conserving natural materials, promoting the circular economy, and decarbonising its products.
Boral posts substantial revenue, earnings & EBIT margin gain
Boral, the Australian building materials giant, substantially improved its revenue, earnings, and margins in the half year to 31 December 2023.
Thomas Concrete Group first in Sweden with 100% electric wheeled loaders
Thomas Concrete Group says it is now pioneering the industry by introducing series-produced, fully-electric wheeled loaders to two of its subsidiaries in Sweden.
Philipp Schadendorf is new Thomas Beton CEO
Thomas Concrete Group has appointed Philipp Schadendorf as the new CEO of Thomas Beton, effective 1 August 2024, as the Group looks to build on its steady growth in Germany in recent years.