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The secretary-general of the United Nations, António Guterres, has issued a call to action, alongside the CEOs of major cement and concrete manufacturers, for the industry to redouble its efforts, and to work in partnership with governments, to reach net zero. 

Cemex's conservation efforts in the El Carmen Nature Reserve completed the first breeding cycle of the American bison; therefore, in 2023, the initiative achieved the first 100% native offspring at the ecological reserve.

Superior Industries, a US-based manufacturer and global supplier of bulk material processing and handling systems, is partnering with Tractor & Equipment Company (TEC) as its new full-line dealer in Alabama and Georgia. The Birmingham, Alabama-based dealer, with 20 other branches throughout the two states, now exclusively represents Superior's crushing, screening, washing and conveying equipment.

Tarmac, the UK’s leading sustainable building materials and construction solutions business, has set up a new partnership that will provide organic, plastic-free period care products to employees across its business free of charge. 

East Africa’s construction industry has been on a growth path in the last few years, triggering an increase in demand for construction materials, especially stone, sand and gravel and a review of industry regulations to ensure quality and safety

The first fully electric construction machines from Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) for Southeast Asian customers have arrived in Singapore and were formally launched for the region's market at a gala event on 7 June 2023 on the island of Sentosa. Over 100 guests gathered to celebrate the landmark moment and see the exciting new technology up close.

Robit and Sotreq have signed a distribution agreement. Based on the agreement, Sotreq will represent Robit and its products in Brazil.

The US construction-industry-focused Dodge Momentum Index (DMI), issued by the Dodge Construction Network, fell 2% in May to 180.5 (2000=100) from the revised April reading of 184.1. Over the month, the commercial component of the DMI was down 6.1%, while the institutional component rose 5.6%. 

EvoQuip, a leading manufacturer of compact crushing and screening equipment, has made Tsun Hung Environmental the newest addition to its global dealer network. Tsun Hung Environmental will supply the complete range of EvoQuip compact crushing and screening equipment for Taiwan, as well as genuine spare parts and machinery maintenance throughout the country.

The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) construction sector is on the upswing largely due to the revenue surpluses generated by high prices of fossil fuels derived from the region's oil-producing countries

The British Aggregates Association (BAA) has announced the launch of its new concrete division, in conjunction with TVS Interfleet and Bay-Lynx Manufacturing UK.

Rapid International (Rapid) recently supplied Hoddam Contracting with a new bespoke static concrete batching plant near Dumfries, Scotland. The plant can produce up to 70m3 per hour of ready-mixed concrete.

Bulk handling accessories and safety company Martin Engineering is expanding its presence in the Asian Pacific market with the opening a business unit in Malaysia.

For over 20 years, MB Crusher has offered a full line of innovative and patented jaw crusher and screener buckets and accessories for excavators, skid-steer loaders and backhoes of all sizes. Guy Woodford sat down with Alessia Valerio, MB's communications manager, at the recent 31st edition of SaMoTer in Verona to learn more about the company's latest developments and future growth plans

Mineral products professionals that choose to join the Institute of Quarrying (IQ) will do so at a reduced price for a limited time only, an initiative announced by the membership body to continue its support of the industry during the cost of living crisis.

The Lintec CDP14001M continuous asphalt mixing plant's claimed ideal combination of high quality and exceptional value is said to have proved decisive when one of Panama's most respected contractors was scouring the market for a continuous asphalt mixing plant.

The trade body for UK lime producers has changed its name to strengthen its position as part of the Mineral Products Association (MPA). MPA Lime is the new name for the British Lime Association (BLA), representing all UK industrial mineral lime producers.

Major loader manufacturers are launching new electric models and technologies that they say are extending versatility and transforming the industry towards a carbon-free future.

CIFA has a rich innovation history and a bright future, demonstrated by the concrete machinery specialist's strong presence at the 31st edition of SaMoTer in Verona (3-7 May 2023). Guy Woodford spoke to Marco Polastri, CIFA's sales, aftersales and marketing director, at the well-attended exhibition to hear more about the Italian company's present and future.