Europe & CIS

CRH has reported a jump in pre-tax profits in 2016 on positive market trends and the integration of past acquisitions into its results.

The MPA has developed a new Charter for its producer members.

The VDMA has reported on the outlook for the construction equipment industry in 2017.

Freeman Technology has released a new application note that studies the flow properties of cement powders.

Elkon has provided a compact concrete mixing plant to a Polish company.

Sika has released its results for 2016, indicating positive growth.

Sadly, Henk Marien, MD and owner of Arodo, has passed away suddenly.

Inform Software has been chosen as part as the German delegation for the GACC.

HeidelbergCement has appealed a decision by the European Commission to open an investigation into the purchase of Cemex Croatia by its subsidiary, Duna Dráva Cement.

Tarmac attended the London Bike Show to promote the CLOCs scheme.

Quinn Cement is aiming to increase its use of alternative fuels, so as to reduce CO2 emissions.

Cemex Baleares has introduced a platform to minimise road accidents.

Alimak Group has announced its FY16 results.

Hanson has re-secured its contract with Dorset Highways.

Cemex has supplied the concrete for the construction of the Bremerhaven Port Tunnel.