UK cement news
Holcim to acquire Xella
Holcim has signed a binding agreement to acquire Xella, a European leader in sustainable and innovative walling systems with projected 2025 net sales of around €1 billion.
Material Evolution awarded the Made in Britain accreditation
Underscoring its commitment to bolstering domestic manufacturing, sustainable materials startup Material Evolution has been awarded the Made in Britain accreditation.
ABB celebrates half a century of innovation and energy efficiency with variable speed drives
This month marks the 50th year since ABB’s Low Voltage Variable Speed Drive (VSD) was first brought to market.
Hoffmann Green signs strategic partnership with CNR Construction
Hoffmann Green Cement Technologies announce the signing of a strategic partnership with CNR Construction, a major independent construction company in western France.
ATS Walter USA to supply Capitol Aggregates Inc. with alternative fuel system
ATS Walter USA will supply Capitol Aggregates Inc. with a solid alternative fuels metering and conveying system, providing advanced technology to improve fuel handling and efficiency for the San Antonio-based cement producer.
Rohrdorfer opens pilot plant for tempered clays to advance low-carbon cement production
Daniela Ludwig, Parliamentary State Secretary at the Federal Ministry of the Interior, cut the symbolic ribbon together with Rohrdorfer Managing Director Mike Edelmann, thereby inaugurating the plant.
Molins and TITAN complete joint acquisition of majority stake in Baupartner
Molins and TITAN have successfully completed the joint acquisition of 80% of Baupartner, a leading provider of precast concrete solutions in Southeastern Europe.
Arup formally appointed to Peak Cluster project
Arup has been appointed by Peak Cluster to lead the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), and preparation of technical documentation for the Development Consent Order (DCO).
GCCA launch global initiative to drive decarbonisation
The Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA) has launched a new initiative and category of membership – Net Zero Value Chain Partners (NZVCP) – to support and help deliver the industry’s net zero mission.
Heidelberg Materials supplies concrete to Sizewell C main works
Heidelberg Materials UK has secured the contract to supply the concrete for the main works at Sizewell C on the East Suffolk coast.