Rammer unveils new E Compact range of rockbreakers

Rammer has launched the new E Compact range. Image: Rammer Rammer has unveiled the new E Compact range of hydraulic rockbreakers, providing a considerable power-to-weight ratio while maintaining performance. Due to their efficiency and durability, compact and powerful rock breakers can be reliably used across a wide range of applications. “With their lightweight design and …

New WorkSafe program to support injured workers

Image: Kings Access/stock.adobe.com Injured workers in Victoria could be supported through their recovery and return to work via new WorkSafe grants.   The grant program is being made accessible through Return to Work Victoria’s Innovations program with a $50 million investment. The investment is targeted towards helping injured workers get back to work sooner.   …

MoU signed for Melbourne Airport Rail Link project

Concept designs of the new station at Melbourne Airport. Image: bigbuild.vic.gov.au A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been reached between the Federal Government, the Victorian Government and Australia Pacific Airports (Melbourne) over the Melbourne Airport Rail Link (MARL).   Under the terms of the MoU, the three parties are committed to working together to commence …

Komatsu hosts Atlassian Williams Racing for Australian F1 race

Komatsu is a principal partners of F1 team Atlassian Williams Racing. Image: Komatsu Komatsu hosted the Atlassian Williams Racing F1 Team as part of the Australian GP last week in a continuation of their partnership.   The opportunity provided Komatsu staff and customers the opportunity to meet key members from the Atlassian Williams Racing F1 …

Metso unveils showcase line-up for AGG1 exhibition

Image: Postmodern Studio – stock.adobe.com Metso has unveiled its showcase line-up for the aggregates industry at AGG1 2025.   The company’s line-up will include the latest innovations, technologies and offerings for the aggregates industry from Metso. The AGG1 international construction trade show will be held in St. Louis, Missouri, on March 25-27, 2025.   Metso …

Early bird tickets for PNG Expo now available

Image: Prime Creative Media Discounted tickets are now available for the PNG Industrial and Mining Resources Exhibition and Conference (PNG Expo) are now available. Returning to Port Moresby from 2-3 July 2025, the PNG Expo gathers the mining and resources industries of PNG into one location. Combining an extensive exhibition floor with a thought-leading conference …

Boral launches crumbed rubber asphalt bitumen innovation

Australian-first proprietary crumbed rubber asphalt bitumen that replaces common crumbed rubber with that from Off the Road (OTR) tyres was used in road demonstrations in Glass House Mountains, Diddillibah, and Nambour. Image: Boral Boral has unveiled a proprietary crumbed rubber asphalt bitumen using off road (OTR) tyres in what is understood to be an Australian …

Aggregate Industries rebrands to Holcim UK with ‘renewed strategic direction’

Aggregate Industries has rebranded to Holcim UK. Image: Holcim UK Aggregate Industries has been rebranded to Holcim UK as the Swiss-based parent company continues to make a strategic shift across its global network.   Holcim UK will be focused on expanding the uptake of sustainable building materials in the UK through continued investment in people, …

SafeWork NSW inspectors conduct statewide safety search

Image: Enrique del Barrio/stock.adobe.com SafeWork NSW inspectors have conducted a statewide compliance operation with a focus on mobile plant, fixed machinery and vehicles in the workplace.   The inspectors conducted the targeted operation to help reduce injuries occurring in the workplace. The inspectors issued more than 140 notices during the campaign relating to forklift safety, …

CCAA welcomes SA Infrastructure Strategy

Image: SKW/stock.adobe.com Cement Concrete & Aggregates Australia (CCAA) has supported introducing an infrastructure strategy in South Australia.   The 20-year infrastructure strategy was released by the South Australian Government, outlining the long-term vision for infrastructure investment in the state.   According to Infrastructure SA, the state government’s infrastructure program is set to deliver record levels …