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A round-up of some of this week’s key news items from the international cement industry, from the latest construction outlooks to recent projects and developments.

Taiheiyo Cement, which owns CalPortland, has announced the acquisition of cement assets from Martin Marietta, subject to regulatory approval.

The US Environmental Protection Agency is set to introduce new regulations that will impact several industries in the US, including cement.

Summit Materials, a vertically integrated construction materials producer, saw growth of 12.5% in net revenue for 2Q15.

Without the support of the Army Corps, the Waters of the United States rule should be scrapped, says NSSGA.

Cemex has successfully completed the refinancing of its 2012 facilities agreement.

The US experienced a dip in cement and clinker shipments in May, but still presents growth overall for the January to May period.

The US Senate passes a six-year surface transportation authorisation: Developing a Reliable and Innovative Vision for the Economy (DRIVE) Act.

Competition authority CADE has upheld the penalties imposed on six cement producers accused of price collusion, following an appeal.

Oregon State University has appointed its new head of the School of Civil and Construction Engineering, Jason Weiss.

Part two of the article from IROCK Crushers on how Ramirez & Sons has turned tons of waste into output and profits.

Ramirez & Sons has turned tons of waste into output and profits using a single crushing machine from IROCK Crushers, the IROCK RDS-15.

Fitch Ratings has upgraded Cemex’s issuer default rating due to the strengthening of Cemex’s capital structure during the past two years.

RioSol SAC and Compania Minera Rio Sol SAC (RioSol) has announced that it is offering its Montana Gael claim for sale, partnership or earn-in opportunities.

More details on the acquisition of Italian cement company Italcementi by HeidelbergCement, which will make HeidelbergCement the world’s second biggest cement producer.