American Cement Association forecasts significant cement demand for AI infrastructure
New industry report predicts US will need 1 million t of cement for AI infrastructure by 2028.
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Carbon Upcycling closes US$18M investment led by Builders Vision
Carbon Upcycling Technologies have announced the closing of its US$18 million investment round led by Builders Vision, a team of investors and philanthropists accelerating tomorrow's most promising solutions across agriculture, food, and oceans.
Sika strengthens global presence with strategic investments across all regions
Sika continues to deliver on its Local-for-Local strategy with the launch of three new manufacturing investments in China, Brazil, and Morocco.
Ozinga breaks ground on North America's largest low-carbon cement mill
Ozinga has officially broken ground on a cutting-edge low-carbon cement manufacturing facility in East Chicago, Indiana.
ABB expands operations centre in North America
ABB expands operations centre to strengthen support for process industries customers in North America.
Dominik von Achten, Chairman of the Managing Board of Heidelberg Materials, appointed new President of GCCA
Dr von Achten was officially confirmed as President at the GCCA Global CEO Gathering and Leaders Conference in Mexico City in June 2025.
GCCA conference gets underway in Mexico City
The summit runs alongside the GCCA global industry gathering and includes key policy dialogue and case studies exploring key themes around circularity and the built environment.
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Cemex announces pricing of US$1 billion of subordinated notes with no fixed maturity
Cemex have announced the pricing of US$1 billion of its subordinated notes with no fixed maturity denominated in US Dollars.
Cemex partners with James Watt College on New Concrete Testing Facility
The new facility will allow students at the college to learn and develop their skills in an environment designed to better prepare students for industry.
Holcim acquires Langley Concrete Group Inc
Holcim has acquired the operations of Langley Concrete Group Inc., a leading provider of precast solutions based in British Columbia.
Heidelberg Materials North America acquires concrete recycling business in Calgary
Heidelberg Materials North America has acquired certain assets of Concrete Crushers Inc. (CCI), the largest concrete recycler in Calgary, Alberta.
US Department of Energy cancels Lebec Net Zero project
Cancellation of funding agreement for the Lebec Net Zero project by the US Department of Energy.
GRR! Rebrands to Heidelberg Materials
Giant Resource Recovery (GRR!) will rebrand to Heidelberg Materials Giant Resource Recovery (GRR) effective immediately.
Holcim plans Amrize spin-off for June 23
Holcim has received key approvals to complete the 100% spin-off of its North American business to be named Amrize, with trading expected to commence on June 23, 2025.
GCCA: Circular Cities and Policy Summit 2025
Preparations are all set for the upcoming Circular Cities and Policy Summit 2025, running 3 – 6 June and hosted by the Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA) in partnership with Mexico City.