Gebr. Pfeiffer makes short work of Turkish order
An order for three vertical roller mills for Bolu Cimento Sanayii A.S. will be fulfilled by summer 2014
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Apprenticeship training is key to the future of the UK construction sector
The construction industry in the UK saw strong growth in October 2013; however, future growth will rely on increased employment and training of young people.
Plant Tour: Cemex Tilbury Plant
The December 2013 issue of World Cement includes a tour of the Cemex Tilbury grinding plant. This video from Cemex introduces the plant.
UK construction activity boosted by house building and commercial projects in November
The latest Markit/CIPS UK Construction PMI indicates greatest increase in business activity since August 2007.
First project for Vicat’s Ultimat® cement
Vicat has released a new range of cements and the company’s Ultimat® cement will be used for the first time on a major project, the widening of a motorway in France.
New policy paper outlines how good engineering can increase safety
Good engineering design can help cut the death, injury and disease toll in Britain’s workplaces, according to a new policy paper, The business case for engineering in health and safety.
Malmö to invest in Northern Harbour expansion
Malmö City is investing SEK260 million in the continued expansion of Northern Harbour in Sweden.
The CSI is to develop a Responsible Sourcing Scheme for concrete
The World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) Cement Sustainability Initiative (CSI) is looking for a candidate to drive the development of a Responsible Sourcing Scheme (RSS) for concrete.
Volvo Construction Equipment plans to purchase Terex’s hauler business
The US$160 million deal would include Terex Corporation’s off-highway rigid and articulated haul trucks, as well as its manufacturing facility in Scotland.
Moventas Group announces name change and reintroduction of industrial Santasalo brand
Moventas Group has divided its business areas, with Santasalo focusing on industry and Moventas representing renewable energy technologies.
Positive results for Eurocement Group’s subsidiaries
Akhangarancement and Savinskiy Cement see cement and clinker production levels increase y/y in the first ten months of 2013.
Health and safety newsbytes
The latest health and safety innovation and awards news from the UK, US and India.
Hope Construction Materials backs local tourist board
Official tourist board Visit Peak District & Derbyshire has entered into partnership with Britain’s leading independent producer of construction materials.
The Loesche Training Centre hosts its Second Technical Seminar
A Second Technical Seminar was organised by the Loesche Training Centre in October 2013, Düsseldorf, following the success of the company’s first seminar in 2012.
Construction volumes in Estonia increase in 3Q13
The total production of Estonian construction projects, both domestic and foreign, grew by 4% y/y in 3Q13 compared to 3Q12.