Holcim, Huaxin strike deal for Lafarge Africa in major deal

Holcim has a worldwide presence. Image: Holcim Holcim has confirmed it will sell its stake in Lafarge Africa PLC to Huaxin Cement Ltd after the two signed an agreement.   Under the terms of the agreement, Holcim will sell its entire 83.81 per cent shareholding in Lafarge Africa PLC to Huaxin Cement. The deal has …

Comfort and safety: Astec update new 2025 F-series pavers

Image: Astec Astec has prioritised comfort and safety to ensure its range of pavers, including the new 2025 F-series pavers, are suited for Australian operators to get the job done.  Operating a paver machine for road construction requires attention to both comfort and safety to ensure efficiency and reduce the risk of injury. Original equipment …

Aptella launches Zoller + Fröhlich’s latest 3D laser scanning technology in Australia

Zoller + Fröhlich’s new IMAGER 5024 series. Image: Aptella Customers in Australia, New Zealand and Southeast Asia can now benefit from Zoller + Fröhlich’s new IMAGER 5024 series, which reduces scanning time by up to 50 per cent compared with previous models.    Aptella has announced the introduction of new 3D laser scanning technology by German …

Heidelberg Materials North America set to acquire Giant Cement Holding Inc

Chris Ward Image: Steffen Höft/Heidelberg Materials Heidelberg Materials North America is set to acquire Giant Cement Holding Inc. (GCHI) and its subsidiaries in a multi-million-dollar deal.   Under the terms of the definitive agreement, Heidelberg Materials North America will acquire GCHI and its subsidiaries Giant Cement Company, Dragon Products Company, and Giant Resource Recovery from …

Alliance selected to deliver Main South Road Duplication Project

Render of Main South Road Duplication Project. Image: CPB Contractors The South Australian Government has revealed the alliance to help deliver the Main South Road Duplication project.   CIMIC Group’s CPB Contractors were selected as part of Fleurieu Connections Alliance to deliver the project with the Department of Infrastructure and Transport, Aurecon and GHD. CPB …

How Astec is advancing concrete recycling for a sustainable future

Image: Astec In the construction and infrastructure sectors, sustainable practices are becoming increasingly vital, so Astec is helping its customers take advantage of its versatile range of equipment. Concrete recycling aggregates offer a practical solution for reducing environmental impact while maintaining high standards of quality and performance. For quarry operations, integrating recycled aggregates into their …

COP29: Cemex secures Net-Zero Industries Award

Chris Bowen MP, Australian Minister for Climate Change and Energy. Cathy Mann, Cemex Director of Public Affairs. And The Hon Leonore Gewessler, Austrian Federal Minister for Climate Action, Environment, Energy, Mobility, Innovation and Technology. Image: Cemex Cemex has secured the Net-Zero Industries Award from Mission Innovation at the COP29 for its innovative clinker decarbonisation.   …

‘Significant’: Summit Materials set to be acquired by Quikrete

Image: Summit Materials Summit Materials has confirmed it will enter into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Quikrete following weeks of speculation.   The US-based aggregates and cement producer has entered into the deal for $52.50 per share in cash, for a total enterprise value of approximately $11.5 billion, including debt.   “We are pleased to have …

Trackcrush PV350 VSI Crusher: The Australian-made ‘jewel in the crown’

The Trackcrush PV350 VSI Crusher is Australian-made in Brisbane. Image: Precisionscreen Precisionscreen discusses how its Australian-made Trackcrush PV350 VSI Crusher has positively impacted the quarrying industry. Crushing equipment is a competitive market within the Australian quarrying industry. Many manufacturers stake their claim on the quality of their crushing equipment when it comes to these flagship …

Protected: Pickles: Wide range of crushing and screening equipment available

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