The Americas

Superior Industries has reached an agreement to buy a crusher manufacturing plant in Illinois from FLSmidth.

Lafarge announced the launch of a tender offer to repurchase parts of notes maturing in 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020.

The US Department of Energy has announced up to US$70 million in funding for a Clean Energy Manufacturing Innovation Institute.

Gebr. Pfeiffer Inc. has supplied a new grinding station to the Hormicreto clinker plant in Ecuador.

Portland Cement Association named Scott Nielson the runner-up of a 2015 John P. Gleason Jr., Leadership Award.

Contractors and workers recently celebrated the passing of 200 days without an accident at Port-Daniel-Gascons.

Portland Cement Association named Bill Larson a winner of a 2015 John P. Gleason Jr., Leadership Award.

The awards honour employees of member companies who have raised the bar on leadership.

The American Concrete Institute announces key staff promotions aimed at facilitating interdepartmental coordination.

US Energy Department announces US$11 million to accelerate alternative fuel use in medium and heavy-duty vehicles.

The Cemex Building Award is an initiative created by Cemex for the purpose of distinguishing the best in architecture and construction.

The NSSGA reports that Department of Transportation estimates on the life of current funding may lead to further delays in implementing a long-term solution.

PCA anticipates strong growth this year and an even greater increase next year on the back of ‘sound’ US fundamentals.

Colombian cement manufacturer Cementos Argos has launched its brand in the Puerto Rican market with new receipt, storage and distribution terminal.

Figures for the production and consumption of gypsum in the US in 1Q15 show an increase y/y but a decrease from 4Q14.