Holcim has assisted with the launch of a plastic recovering, solar-powered catamaran, with the ability to recover four tonnes of plastic per day for use in new products and alternative energy.
Basalt boosts carbon capture and soil fertility
A multinational research team has discussed the use of finely ground silicate rock, such as basalt, in removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.
Caernarfon Award recognises presentation on Antarctic-based quarrying
A paper on the challenges of quarrying in one of the world’s harshest and inhospitable environments has received this year’s Caernarfon Award.
Holcim 3D printing technology helps make history
Holcim has helped build the first 3D printed concrete footbridge, in Venice, Italy, demonstrating the future of minimalistic, environmentally friendly construction.
Seven Group closes in on majority ownership of Boral
The Boral Board has again urged shareholders to reject Seven Group’s latest update to its Offer to buy more shares in the company after it secured a 52.65 per cent stake.
Tricon supplies demand with adaptable trommel
The M518R trommel, manufactured by MDS International, is becoming a regular fixture of the recycling aggregates market, particularly as Australian industry embraces opportunities to develop substitutes for conventional quarry products.
Stonehenge theory rocks British experts
A British enthusiast has put forth his theory on the transportation of the infamous stones of Stonehenge.
Holcim deploys TAC for global emissions reductions
Holcim has begun implementing its Transport Analytics Centre across 50 markets and 1.4 billion kilometres of transport routes worldwide to improve efficiency, safety and sustainability in its operations.
Boral releases fourth statement as Seven Group raises Offer
Boral chairman Kathryn Fagg has put her name to a Fourth Supplementary Target’s Statement, urging shareholders to reject Seven Group’s latest update to its Offer to buy more shares in the company after it secured a 29.5 per cent stake on 1 July.
Optimised vibrating screens boost family business
A third-generation family quarrying business is maintaining its commitment to quality across changing seasons through its decades-long preference for sophisticated and optimised vibrating screens and their screen media.