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06/11/2022 14:16 | SHE

Jacqueline O’Donovan on the importance of GSAG

O’Donovan Waste managing director promotes FORS Governance and Standards Advisory Group
06/11/2022 00:10 | Concrete

UK economic outlook dents growth projections

Construction activity continued to rise in October, but new orders fell for first time since May 2020
05/11/2022 21:23 | Concrete

Gloomy outlook for UK construction

Construction output expected to fall significantly in 2023 amid looming UK economic recession
05/11/2022 21:13 | Plant & Equipment

Molson Group acquire Powerscreen of Washington

UK equipment dealer expands US coverage in the US with second acquisition in six months
05/11/2022 21:06 | Plant & Equipment

Volvo CE invest in electric hauler production

Company continues industry transformation with major investment in electric hauling solutions
05/11/2022 20:59 | Education & Training

Educating the next generation of mineral planners

Institute of Quarrying unites with MPG to reshape and modernize training course for mineral planners
04/11/2022 16:15 | Asphalt & Surfacing

Astec addressing climate change

Company strengthens sustainability commitment by joining NAPA climate initiative
04/11/2022 10:52 | SHE

BP Mitchell reduce insurance costs with Durite camera kits

Aggregates firm upgrades vehicle fleet camera system to protect employees from ‘crash for cash’ insurance scams
04/11/2022 07:45 | Plant & Equipment

New Powerscreen distributor for Romania

IRCAT appointed as authorized dealer for Powerscreen equipment, plus spares and maintenance
03/11/2022 15:26 | Concrete

Heidelberg Materials complete southern Spain divestment

Company announces divestment of Malaga cement plant and other assets to Votorantim Cimentos
03/11/2022 11:40 | Plant & Equipment

First Volvo for UK Readymix Concrete

Slough-based materials firm purchases used L110H wheel loader from SMT GB
03/11/2022 10:14 | Mineral Planning

Economic importance of UK minerals overlooked, says MPA

New MPA and CBI Minerals Group Strategy document outlines economic importance of indigenous minerals to UK society
02/11/2022 16:53 | Asphalt & Surfacing

BDS publish latest asphalt report

Annual analysis of the GB asphalt industry covering the market in 2021 now available
02/11/2022 11:42 | Concrete

Successful open day for Aggregate Industries

AI and London Concrete inspire customers to make ‘ECOPact’ with special event
02/11/2022 09:41 | Plant & Equipment

Caterpillar introduce new 793 mining truck

Next-generation machine offers increased payload, faster cycle times, and improved fuel efficiency
01/11/2022 16:27 | Asphalt & Surfacing

Apprenticeship ‘first’ for Eurovia employees

Four apprentices complete industry's first Level 2 Road Surfacing Operative programme
01/11/2022 11:54 | Plant & Equipment

JCB set their sights on the future

More than 150 jobs up for grabs as JCB apprenticeship and graduate scheme opens to applicants
01/11/2022 10:06 | Plant & Equipment

New addition to McCloskey jaw crusher range

Latest J4 mobile crusher boasts new design features and options for hard rock applications
31/10/2022 16:13 | Plant & Equipment

Epiroc to supply battery-electric drill rigs to Rental Group

Norwegian plant hire firm orders 15 new Epiroc SmartROC T35 E surface drill rigs
31/10/2022 12:21 | Education & Training

IQ and IAT celebrate high-performing students

Top University of Derby students presented with awards and prizes at IET London: Savoy Place
31/10/2022 08:32 | Quarrying

Record third-quarter results for Holcim

Company reports significant increase in revenue and results despite challenging market conditions
29/10/2022 19:34 | Plant & Equipment

Forterra drive sustainability with eco-fleet investment

Company adds another 30 Volvo trucks with ultra-fuel-efficient I-Save engines to transport fleet
29/10/2022 12:57 | Education & Training

Competence without compromise

EMPI Awards Occupational Competence Assessment set for fresh rebrand
28/10/2022 14:36 | Education & Training

‘Minerals Matter’ looks to the future

Industry-led initiative aims to future-proof the quarrying and mineral products sector

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