Author: Melodie Murphy

Holcim Australia continues to pursue sustainability. Image: Holcim Australia The Byron Bay Concrete Plant has switched to 100 per cent renewable energy as part Holcim Australia’s commitment to reducing carbon emissions.   Last year, the concrete plant managed to eliminate all Scope 2 CO₂ emissions via electricity use on-site. The achievement was made possible through …

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Holcim has announced its NextGen Growth 2030 strategy. Image: Holcim Holcim has unveiled a new strategy that is focused on “attractive markets” including Latin America, Europe, North Africa and Australia.   The new initiative, known as NextGen Growth 2030, marks out Holcim’s aims to grow its building solutions portfolio in key markets and its circular …

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Boral’s Berrima Cement Works. Image: Paul Robins/Boral Boral’s Berrima Cement Works’ cement kilns will be subject to a carbon-reducing project supported by $24.5 million in Federal Government funding.   The new funding will support Boral’s capital investment in a new specialised grinding circuit and supporting infrastructure at the Berrima Cement Works. The funding will enable …

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The S24 Concrete Pump. Image: Comet Equipment Comet Equipment has a wide range of pumps that are designed for the harsh, rigorous environment of the Australian quarrying industry. Comet Equipment recognises the unique demands of the quarry industry, where efficiency, reliability, and durability are essential. Its concrete pumps are designed to meet these challenges, offering …

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Aptella market development manager of safety Nick Corr accepting the award from Lean Construction Advisory Group managing partner Christina Levinson. Image: Aptella Aptella has celebrated a major milestone with Blindsight winning the prestigious Queensland Major Contractors Association (QMCA) Innovation and Technology Award for 2024. Advanced artificial intelligence (AI) safety solution Blindsight, developed by Presien and …

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Holcim Australia and New Zealand CEO George Agriogiannis. Image: Holcim Australia Senior leaders from Holcim Australia and New Zealand gathered on the Gold Coast to discuss the company’s vision for the future.   The senior leader’s conference was centred around strategy, collaboration, and innovation as leaders shared key insights. Jeffrey Giesse, Holcim group head for …

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Metso opened its largest service center globally in Karratha, Western Australia in 2024. Image: Metso Metso has celebrated a major milestone following a year of successful operation at its largest service centre globally in Karratha, Western Australia.   The Pilbara-based centre provides Western Australian customers, including in mining, with maintenance and repair solutions.  “We are …

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Designated chairman and CEO of Amrize Jan Jenisch. Image: Holcim Holcim has revealed the designated executive leadership team for its North American business, Amrize.   Amrize is expected to become operational following a planned spin-off from Holcim, which is expected by the end of the first half of 2025.   The latest announcement follows confirmation …

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Tarmac has announced two appointments. Image: Tarmac Tarmac has announced two strategic appointments to enhance its commitment to the UK’s renewable energy and nuclear sectors.   Kate Rudman and Will Pearson have joined Tarmac as wind solutions director and nuclear commercial director, respectively. The pair will help Tarmac’s work within the growing renewable energy and …

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Breedon Group has a presence in Great Britian, Ireland and the United States. Image: Breedon Breedon Group has expanded its presence in the US through the acquisition of Lionmark in a multi-million-dollar deal.   The US$238 million for the Missouri-headquartered Lionmark is expected to more than double Breedon’s US revenue and expand its US product …

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