The Americas

ACA’s summer economic forecast predicts no relief from high inflation and elevated interest rates in the short-term for construction, but recession unlikely.

As part of its commitment to accelerating the transition to low-carbon construction, Holcim Mexico has announced an investment of nearly 200 million pesos to implement innovative infrastructure in Tecomán, Colima.

Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) is advancing Thailand–Canada collaboration by piloting carbon capture technology in the Thai cement industry.

Cemex announced that the Inter-American Development Bank recognised the company’s road safety practices in a regional study on motorcycle safety in Latin America and the Caribbean.

Heidelberg Materials posts strong second quarter 2026 growth, with revenue rising to €6.04 billion, supported by strategic acquisitions and continued sustainability progress.

Holcim launches the Sustainable Construction Academy, a 100% virtual platform, in Spanish, with international CPD certification and delivered by global experts.

Titan America SA a leading vertically integrated producer and supplier of building materials, services, and solutions in the construction industry operating along the US East Coast, announce its second quarter 2026 financial results.

The Mineral Products Association (MPA) has appointed Paul Adeleke as its new Chief Executive Officer. He joins MPA from his role as Executive Director for Strategy, Policy & Communications at the Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA).

Cemex announce its results for the second quarter of 2026, with strong growth across all metrics, driven by the progress made towards its transformation goals.

The World Cement Association (WCA) concluded its 9th General Assembly (GA), held virtually on 21 July.

Argo Graphene Solutions Corp. announce encouraging initial performance results from its graphene oxide cement additive programme utilising graphene produced through the proprietary STREAM graphene production platform.

Construction Startup Competition has officially closed applications for its landmark 10th edition, reaching an unprecedented milestone with 798 startup applications from around the world, the highest number received since the competition was established in 2017.

Through this agreement, both entities will implement a comprehensive collection and co-processing system to reach 2600 tons of empty containers per year.

The programme highlights excellence in construction projects that used lower-carbon cement.

The Innovandi Open Challenge is GCCA’s industry accelerator which partners start-ups with member companies to develop and scale technologies to help the industry reach net zero.