Institute of Quarrying president Viv Russell. Image: Institute of Quarrying Institute of Quarry president Viv Russell has lauded the impact of Hillhead on the quarrying industry after its showcase last month. The major trade showcase in Hillhead Quarry took place from June 25-27 after previously running in 2022. As part of the event, the …
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Hillhouse Group has acquired Skene Group Construction Services. Image: Hillhouse Group/LinkedIn Hillhouse Group has confirmed its acquisition of Skene Group Construction Services in a “major” step for the two companies. Under the terms of the deal, Skene Group Construction Services will join the Hillhouse Group and continue to offer its diverse services to the …
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Goodyear has sold its off-the-road tire business. Image: Goodyear Goodyear and Yokohama have confirmed a multi-million dollar deal for the former’s off-the-road tire business. Goodyear’s OTR tires are used in quarrying, construction, surface and underground mining markets around the world. According to the terms of the agreement, the sale is for $905 million US in …
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Komatsu has notched an milestone for its autonomous haul trucks. Image: Komatsu Komatsu has notched a major milestone for its autonomous hauling equipment. According to the company, its fleet of more than 750 autonomous haul trucks worldwide has hauled more than 10 billion metric tonnes. Additionally, ten of Komatsu’s autonomous haul trucks have achieved …
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Dr Dominik von Achten. Image: Heidelberg Materials Heidelberg Materials has announced an acquisition to expand its presence in the New York market and its footprint within the United States. Heidelberg Materials has acquired Carver Sand & Gravel, which is one of the largest aggregate producers in the Albany, New York region. Under the …
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Luke Chandler is the managing director for John Deere Australia and New Zealand. Image: John Deere John Deere has revealed the finalists for its much-anticipated Technician of the Year awards to be held later this year. The company has shortlisted 24 finalists after receiving 130 nominees from 69 dealership locations. As part of the …
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The E-Drive 744 and 824 X-Tier Wheel Loaders offer significant machine upgrades. Image: John Deere John Deere has launched two new wheel loaders with the worksite in mind as they deliver greater fuel efficiency and operator comfort. The new 744 X-Tier and 824 X-Tier wheel loaders are the latest editions to the company’s production class …
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Superior Industries’ Arizona site. Image: Superior Industries Superior Industries has celebrated a major production milestone at its expanded Arizona facility. The company recently saw the first piece of finished equipment leave the newly expanded operations. “The headline says more manufacturing space out west, but this is going to have a positive effect on …
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Chris Gray will be the IOQNZ’s president. Image: Institute of Quarrying NZ/LinkedIn The Institute of Quarrying New Zealand (IOQNZ) welcomed its new president at the recent QuarryNZ conference. Chris Gray will assume the role as president of the Institute of Quarrying New Zealand which was announced at the Rotorua event. “I’m thrilled to …
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