Cement industry veteran Onne van der Weijde named Chair of CarbonCure’s board
The new Chair succeeds longtime CarbonCure Technologies champion Bill Holden who is retiring from the Board after 12 years of service and leadership.
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Fortera builds out finance leadership for growth and commercial deployment
New CFO Albert Luu brings 20+ years of experience financing emerging industries through inflection points, including early-stage renewables and hardtech industrials.
SESCO officially opens cement terminal at Port Tampa Bay
SESCO Cement celebrated the opening of its new cement import terminal located on Port Redwing at Port Tampa Bay, officially marking the company’s commitment to the Florida construction industry and the Tampa Bay region.
Cemex announces pricing of US$1.5 billion of 5.750% Senior Notes due 2036
Cemex, S.A.B. de C.V. announce the pricing of US$1.5 billion of its 5.750% Senior Notes due 2036. The Notes will be guaranteed by Cemex’s subsidiary, Cemex Corp.
US cement manufacturers head to Capitol Hill to push for surface transportation reauthorisation
American Cement Association (ACA) members from across the country will flood Capitol Hill June 3 and 4 for the Association’s 2026 Cement Fly-in.
Construction industry’s flagship startup competition launches 10th edition
Construction Startup Competition 2026 is now open to the world’s most promising startups ready to transform the industry through more sustainable, efficient, resilient, and disruptive solutions.
Global industry calls for urgent political action to unlock concrete’s critical role in a changing world
GCCA annual conference kicks off in Madrid with CEOs, industry leaders, and leading organisations including the UN, OECD, EBRD, and the global insurance industry trade body, the Geneva Association.
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Cemex wins global water stewardship award for initiative in Mexico
Cemex announce it has been awarded Water Stewardship Programme of the Year at the 2026 Global Water Awards, recognising its initiative to reduce freshwater use in concrete production in Mexico.
ACA names Diane Tomb its next President and CEO
The American Cement Association’s (ACA) Board of Directors is pleased to announce that Diane Tomb will assume the role of ACA’s President and Chief Executive Officer, effective June 1, 2026.
SESCO Cement names Jihad Chahine Terminal Manager for Tampa Facility
SESCO Cement announce the appointment of Jihad Chahine as Terminal Manager for its Port Redwing facility at Port Tampa Bay.
Amrize modernising Midlothian cement plant to increase throughput and loading efficiency
To help meet rising construction demand across the Dallas-Fort Worth region, Amrize is investing in its Midlothian Cement Plant to expand production capacity, modernise logistics, and improve operational efficiency for customers.
American Cement Association release statement regarding advancement of BUILD America 250 Act
The American Cement Association’s (ACA) Senior Vice President of Government Affairs Sean O’Neill issued the following statement regarding today’s committee vote on the BUILD America 250 Act.
Cemex supplies concrete for largest Costco store in Mexico
Cemex supplied concrete for the construction of what is now the largest Costco store in Mexico, located in the Monterrey metropolitan area.
Heidelberg Materials accelerates growth in the US with strategic investment in AmeriTex Pipe & Products
Heidelberg Materials North America has signed a binding agreement to acquire a 10% minority stake in AmeriTex Pipe & Products, a manufacturer of reinforced concrete pipe, box culverts and precast concrete in Texas, US.
CRH appoints Aylwyn Bryan as CFO
CRH announce the appointment of Aylwyn Bryan as its Chief Financial Officer, effective May 12, 2026.