NSSGA announces Safety Award recipients
The US National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) has announced the winners of the Safety Excellence Awards, the Louis Griesemer Sterling Safety Awards and the James M. Christie Safety and Health Professional of the Year Award during the second morning session of the 2023 Legislative & Policy Forum.
Cemex advances growth strategy with new Urbanisation Solutions acquisition in Germany
Cemex has agreed to acquire Kiesel, a mortars and adhesives technological leader in the construction industry based in Germany. The deal is part of Cemex's ongoing strategy to strengthen its Urbanisation Solution business through bolt-on acquisitions to contribute to developing vibrant, resilient, and more sustainable cities.
Screencore crushers & screeners turning French construction waste into profit
One of Europe's most recognised dealers of mobile crushers and screens is Starloc Auvergne (Starloc) in France. With a proud history dating back close to the beginning of mobile solutions, the company has embraced modern and advanced mobile crushing and screening, supplying Screencore equipment. The advanced ranges from the Ireland-headquartered manufacturer have found a particular niche in France, turning construction and demolition waste into valuable products.
TITAN & Orcan Energy join forces for clean energy innovation towards net zero in cement
TITAN, an innovative and fast decarbonising cement producer, and Orcan Energy, the leading cleantech company turning waste heat into clean electricity, have teamed up in an innovation partnership.
MPA report highlights the mineral products industry as UK's biggest by volume
New figures show that the UK mineral products sector is the country's biggest industry by volume and is making a greater contribution than ever to the economy.
Waste sand could be saved from landfill with new form of concrete
Up to 100 million tonnes of waste foundry sand could be averted from landfill worldwide and used to make a new form of concrete, research shows.
ABC announces 2023-2024 Tech Alliance members
Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) has revealed the members of its 2023-2024 Tech Alliance—a consortium of firms that create construction technology and innovative solutions for ABC contractor members, primarily performing work in the commercial and industrial sectors.
Major acquisitions in water tech sector
McLanahan, Xylem and FPS have all recently finalised significant acquisitions in the dewatering and water technology sector
Group Rhodes buys BJD Crushers
Group Rhodes, a UK manufacturer of machinery serving the metalforming, composites and heavy ceramic sectors, has acquired BJD Crushers, a fellow Yorkshire company that manufactures size reduction machinery.
Express Mini Mix driver achieves world mixer driver qualification first
Express Mini Mix, part of the Breedon Group, achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first company to have a driver complete the world's first vocational qualification for mixer drivers.
Tarmac celebrates 120 years as part of the fabric of everyday life
To commemorate 120 years since Tarmac's founder Edgar Hooley first perfected how to make road surfaces stick, the company's illustrious history and its work on iconic infrastructure and construction projects are being marked with a special 'through the years' showcase hosted across the business's social media channels.
Unique Cement Industries becomes WCA Corporate Member
The World Cement Association (WCA) is welcoming cement producer Unique Cement Industries Limited, based in Dhaka, Bangladesh, as a Corporate Member.
NSSGA celebrates 2023 Environmental Awards
The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) announced the recipients of its Environmental Excellence Awards and the winner of the 2023 Environmental Leadership Award.
Aggregate Industries deploys first fully-electric LiuGong wheeled loader in Europe
As part of its commitment to net-zero, UK-based Aggregate Industries has deployed its first electric-powered loading shovel.
JCB profit recovery continues as outlook looks uncertain
JCB today announced that its profits and turnover rose in 2022 but is warning of a less certain outlook for the coming year.
Cemex launches innovative new digital coaching programme for EMEA employees
Cemex is investing in the progression of its employees in Europe, Middle East, Asia and Africa by partnering with CoachHub, the global digital coaching leader.
Winning the day with Afrigrit
In a challenging 24/7 operating environment where downtime is out of the question, Afrigrit, a South African-based, family-owned aggregates producer, places value on not only uptime but also the longevity of its equipment. Through a proactive maintenance strategy, two of its eight LiuGong wheeled loaders have clocked over 30,000 hours and counting, while maintaining a remarkable 80% availability