UK cement news

The move is part of Hanson’s strategy to improve its network of rail-connected depots, which reduce the number of vehicle movements and associated CO2 emissions.

Brokk UK, a leading producer of demolition robots, and Bricking Solutions, a key provider of kiln refractory maintenance products, have formed a partnership.

New resources have been added to the MPA toolkit available to help members promote the adoption of the six core health and safety values.

The company has become the first major cement manufacturer in the UK to move to 50% recycled plastic in its packaging with the roll out of new all-weather, fully recyclable hybrid bags.

The company has announced that it is investing US$25 million in a new system to replace fossil fuels at its Rugby cement plant in the United Kingdom.

Following a review of the Government roadmap to ease COVID-19 restrictions announced on 22 February, The QMJ Group has made the decision to postpone Hillhead by 12 months.

To celebrate International Women’s Day, Hanson has taken the opportunity to celebrate the careers and achievements of women across its business with a number of initiatives.

GlobalData expects the UK construction industry to grow by 8% 2021, supported by the government’s infrastructure investment plans.

The company is celebrating 12 months of success at its training facility – the National Skills and Safety Park, one year on from its official opening by His Royal Highness The Duke of Cambridge.

The company has become a partner in the HyNet North West consortium, which aims to create the world’s first low carbon industrial cluster.