PCA releases Spring 2021 US Regional Cement Consumption Forecasts
The Portland Cement Association (PCA) Market Intelligence Group has released their Spring 2021 Regional Forecasts for the Northeast, Central, West, and Southeast United States.
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LafargeHolcim is recognised for its ‘Excellence in Safety’ at its US concrete plants
83 of LafargeHolcim’s ready-mixed concrete plants across the country received Excellence in Safety Awards from the National Ready Mixed Concrete Association’s (NRMCA) Think First Safety Contest.
Lafarge Canada Inc. and Calgary Region Airshed Zone celebrate industry collaboration
As a long-standing industry member of the Calgary Region Airshed Zone non-profit organisation, Lafarge Canada Inc. continues to demonstrate commitment to clean air for all.
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Toufic Tabbara Named New CEO of Cement at LafargeHolcim in the United States
Mr. Tabbara joined LafargeHolcim in 1998, beginning his career in the gypsum division, followed by roles in ready mix, asphalt and construction operations in the United States and Canada.
Adriano Greco appointed as FCT Group CEO
Constantine Manias has decided to step down as Group CEO of FCT after 23 years in the role but will remain as Executive Chairman. Adriano Greco has been appointed as Group CEO and will take up the position from June 1 2021.
CEMEX supplies ready-mix concrete for the tallest building in Downtown Las Vegas
The company has announced that it has supplied more than 65 000 cubic metres (85 000 cubic yards) of ready-mix concrete to support the construction of the newly-opened Circa Resort & Casino, the tallest building in Downtown Las Vegas.
HeidelbergCement sells its US West region business
As part of its portfolio optimisation and margin improvement programme in its North American business, HeidelbergCement has signed an agreement to sell its business activities in the U.S. West region to the U.S. based company Martin Marietta Materials, Inc.
Votorantim Cimentos shares Q1 financial results
The company has shared that it has reversed losses and is ending the first quarter of 2021 with a Net Profit of R$227 million.
Lehigh Hanson shares its progress on the construction of a new cement plant
In October 2019, Lehigh Hanson broke ground on the construction of a new state-of-the-art plant in Mitchell, Indiana. As the first quarter of 2021 comes to a close, significant progress has been made at the new plant site.
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Georgetown University Residence Hall uses ECOPact low-carbon concrete
Aggregate Industries has announced that a major construction project in Washington D.C using its low-carbon concrete mix will reduce embodied carbon of concrete by 40%.
CEMEX USA wraps up Sustainability Month
Sustainability Month promoted awareness through activities hosted across the US aimed at inspiring positive action for the planet while celebrating the company’s longstanding commitment to sustainability.
Votorantim Cimentos and CDPQ to combine cement operations in North America
As part of the transaction, the parties will combine their North American assets in a jointly-held entity. Votorantim Cimentos International will hold 83% and CDPQ will indirectly hold 17% of the shares.
Holcim El Salvador opens concrete and aggregates plants
The company has inaugurated three new expansion plants for ready-mix concrete located in Sonsonate, La Paz and Apopa. Holcim also inaugurated an aggregates plant, located in the Tepeagua canton of the La Libertad municipality.
Vancouver concrete EPDs help Lafarge Canada measure sustainability
Lafarge Canada has released new Environmental Product Declarations for its ECOPact concrete.
Cementos Argos receives recognition for energy efficiency in the United States
Two of Argos’ plants in the United States have been recognised for their commitment to the reduction and efficient use of energy and, therefore, the care and preservation of natural resources.