Italian road machinery market remains stable, but earthmoving equipment sales down
Italian construction equipment sales in 2023 totalled 24,704, a 5% decrease compared with 2022 (26,032 units). This included 23,779 earthmoving machines (-5% from 25,121) and 925 road machines (+2% from 911).
Recycl8 embarks on first large-scale commercial project with Aurora Energy Services
Sustainable technology firm Recycl8 has just completed its first large-scale commercial project. This follows last year's successful first industry pour of its sustainable, lower-carbon R8 Mix concrete on a housing foundation.
CRH finalises US$2.1bn Martin Marietta Materials' Texas assets acquisition
CRH has finalised its US$2.1 billion acquisition of Martin Marietta Materials' Texas, USA, cement and ready-mixed concrete assets.
Finlay introduces new TR-80 radial conveyor
Finlay has unveiled its new TR-80 Radial Conveyor (TR-80). The TR-80 can be easily integrated into static operations or as part of mobile crushing and screening set-up in various applications, from heavy-duty primary crushing to light-duty applications.
Telematics direct Rokbak customers' efficiencies and uptime
US Rokbak dealer GT Mid Atlantic found that telematics systems became so beneficial to increasing customer uptime and productivity that it established a dedicated unit to monitor equipment – which has proven to be a huge success with its customers.
Betolar is starting to commercialise low-carbon hollow-core slabs in Malaysia
Betolar is starting to commercialise low-carbon hollow-core slabs with a precast concrete manufacturer based in Malaysia. The aim is to open a regional market for environmentally friendly products. The manufacture of the product was successfully piloted last year.
Historical dig for LK Construction's latest HD Hyundai HX330AL
Archaeological investigation brings to mind a small trowel and a hand-held brush, or perhaps a compact mini excavator at best. It certainly doesn't conjure a picture of a 33-tonne crawler excavator loading an articulated dump truck. For LK Construction, however, bulk earthmoving to reveal the lower levels of soil for teams of archaeologists has become a major part of the company's work.
Middle East cement – a tale of two markets
Cement production in the Middle East can be split into two different markets - the oil-rich nations and the population-rich ones. MENA region cement industry expert Amr Nader says huge government-funded mega-projects are generating materials demand in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, while the need for housing is driving private sector-led initiatives in Egypt, Morocco and Algeria.
Ecocem obtains ETA for groundbreaking low-carbon cement technology
Ecocem, a leading European player in low-carbon cement technologies, says its groundbreaking ACT technology has obtained an ETA (European Technical Assessment ) from EOTA (European Organisation for Technical Assessment) for a revolutionary, new eco-efficient cement.
Develon opens new Parts Distribution Centre in Brazil
Develon, formerly known as Doosan Construction Equipment, has opened a new Parts Distribution Centre (PDC) for the Brazilian market in Jundiaí, close to the city of São Paulo.
Hans Dömkes continues to rely on Liebherr wheeled loaders
The recycling specialists at Hans Dömkes process more than 160,000 tonnes of mineral waste each year.
Cemex announces record annual EBITDA as part of strong trading year
Cemex reports record annual EBITDA as part of a strong set of 2023 results, with an 8% growth in sales to US$17.416 billion, a 20% increase in EBITDA to $3.347 billion, and a more than doubling of Free Cash Flow after maintenance capex to $1.2 billion.
Metso launches Remote IC app for remote process control of Lokotrack crushers & screeners
Metso’s intelligent crushing and screening offering is expanding with a new software application called Metso Remote IC. The new Metso Remote IC is used for remote control and monitoring of the crushing and screening process, and it connects wirelessly all the Lokotrack crushers and screens at the site.
Sustainable Construction & Quarrying: Tech Titans Unveil Green Secrets!
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Fueling Tomorrow: Sustainable Energy Insights from Cummins, Volvo, Topcon
Join industry leaders in our sustainability series as they discuss the future of power in construction and quarrying. Explore the potential of hydrogen, organic fuels, and electricity for diverse equipment types. Learn about varying timelines for standardization and the role of existing infrastructures. Discover the exciting prospects and challenges shaping the sustainable future of these industries.
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Sustainable Construction: Insights from Cummins, Volvo, and Topcon
Welcome to our series on sustainability in construction and quarrying. Leaders from Cummins, Volvo Construction Equipment, and Topcon share insights.
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Sustainable Success: Profits and Progress in Construction & Quarrying
Welcome to our sustainability series where leaders from Cummins, Volvo Construction Equipment, and Topcon Positioning Systems tackle a critical question: Can sustainability coexist with profitability in construction and quarrying?
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Welcome to our sustainability series featuring leaders from Cummins, Volvo Construction Equipment, and Topcon Positioning Systems. In this episode, we tackle the crucial questions surrounding the costs and essentials of sustainability in construction and quarrying.
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