Michael Kilgariff is the CCAA chief executive. Image: CCAA As the Australian Government advances plans for a high-speed rail link between Sydney and Newcastle, industry group Cement, Concrete & Aggregates Australia (CCAA) said the move highlights the urgent need for coordinated planning of heavy construction materials to keep infrastructure projects on schedule and within budget. …
Image: IQA The Institute of Quarrying Australia (IQA) has welcomed its members around Australia to a series of events, including conferences, networking events and site tours. Blast safety under scrutiny at WA Seminar Flyrock incidents and misfire management gaps are driving increased regulatory scrutiny across WA – a key focus at the IQA WA’s recent blast …
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Image: IQA The Institute of Quarrying Australia (IQA) has launched the new IQA Connect App to help its members stay up to date with each other and the latest sector events. The new app enables users to connect easily with fellow professionals in Australia’s quarrying sector and stay up-to-date with the latest events and training. …
The construction sector is currently 141,000 workers short of the required number to deliver the major public infrastructure pipeline. Image: Anoo/stock.adobe.com Industry stakeholders have welcomed the release of Infrastructure Australia’s latest report, which reveals a growing demand for projects nationwide. Australia’s infrastructure pipeline continues to be driven forward by investment in housing and energy projects; …
Construction is set to begin on Heidelberg Materials’ carbon capture and storage facility in Padeswood. Image: Heidelberg Materials Heidelberg Materials UK is making significant progress on its carbon capture and storage facility in Padeswood, Wales. Heidelberg Materials UK has advanced its plans to deliver the region’s first carbon capture facility, securing strategic partners to support …
The IQA is preparing to launch a national awareness campaign. Image: IQA Excitement is building as the Institute of Quarrying Australia prepares for the imminent launch of its national awareness campaign, highlighting opportunities in the sector. Quarries support local communities, hire locals and provide materials that local projects rely upon, but often go overlooked. Now, the Institute …
Cement is critical for infrastructure projects. Image: Alison Hancock/stock.adobe.com Industry stakeholders have welcomed Australia’s adoption of the low-carbon cement ratings from the Global Cement and Concrete Association. Australia’s adoption of low-carbon cement ratings from the Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA) has been praised by key stakeholders. In December, Cement Concrete & Aggregates Australia (CCAA) hosted …
Image: Boral Boral has completed development for what it says is Australia’s first low-carbon concrete incorporating locally sourced calcined clay. Boral chief executive officer Vik Bansal said the development aligns with the company’s long-term goal of driving decarbonisation across Australia’s built environment. “Boral is committed to leading the transition to a lower-carbon future, and our …
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Image: stock.adobe.com/Parilov Pacific Lime and Cement Limited (PLC) has reached a milestone commercial agreement with global gold producer Newmont Corporation, securing a long-term offtake contract for quicklime from its Central Lime Project in Central Province, Papua New Guinea (PNG). Under the agreement, Newmont will become a cornerstone customer for the Central Lime Project, contracting volumes …
Image: stock.adobe.com/Martin Barraud/KOTO Quarry supervisors and team leaders are being urged to register for an upcoming professional development webinar focused on managing workplace conflict and leading difficult conversations with confidence. Hosted by the Institute of Quarrying Australia (IQA), the Managing Conflict and Difficult Conversations webinar will be held online on Wednesday, February 25, from 11:00am …