Tesmec believes surface mining will continue to grow. Image: Tesmec Surface miners from Tesmec are transforming the quarrying sector, where sustainability is the name of the game. When Palmer Resources invested in a Tesmec 975 EVO Rock Hawg, it was taking a chance. The company was one of the first in New Zealand to invest …
PRAX Studio has released its vision for Mt Coot-tha Quarry. Image: PRAX Studio A new vision has been proposed to transform Mount Coot-Tha Quarry into an ‘iconic’ destination with an eye-catching design. PRAX Studio has unveiled its proposal to turn the quarry site into a tourist attraction following the Brisbane City Council’s call for submissions …
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Terex’s Camspie site has celebrated a milestone. Image: Terex The Terex Campsie facility has celebrated a significant manufacturing achievement for ProStack and EcoTec brands. The site rolled out its 1000th machine since opening five years ago. The Northern Ireland facility is dedicated to producing the ProStack range, which is popular in the bulk materials handling …
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Delta Rent has been in the quarrying industry since it was established in 2005. Image: Delta Rent How investment and sustainability are driving Delta Rent’s fleet to new heights in the construction materials sector. There are few more important words in the construction materials sector than sustainability. The very concept of sustainability is revolutionising the quarrying …
Miljan Gutovic is Holcim’s chief executive officer. Image: Holcim Holcim has had a strong series of financial results for the first half of the year, chief executive officer Miljan Gutovic has confirmed. The company has delivered a record EBIT up +12.7 per cent in local currency, 10 per cent growth in EPS before impairment …
Arcosa is a provider of infrastructure-related products. Image: Arcosa Arcosa has announced its acquisition of Stavola in a billion-dollar deal for the infrastructure products manufacturer. Stavola is an established company in the construction materials and aggregates sector especially in the New York and New Jersey metropolitan areas. The company has a network of five …
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METRONET has launched a green fuel project for heavy machinery. Image: METRONET The METRONET Byford Rail Extension has broken new ground by trialling renewable diesel for four pieces of on-site plant and equipment. According to METRONET, the trial is a “first” for the Western Australian construction industry as the company attempts to reduce the …
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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