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GRS secure PAS 2080 whole-life carbon certification

GRS secure PAS 2080 whole-life carbon certification

SUSTAINABLE aggregates group GRS (GRS Roadstone Group Ltd) have achieved PAS 2080 certification, becoming one of a small number of materials suppliers to meet the national standard for whole-life carbon management in the built environment. The independent assessment by BSI confirmed that GRS’s carbon management processes meet PAS 2080 requirements for material suppliers, recognizing the company’s approach to reducing emissions across the value chain through material recovery, reuse and transport efficiency. The assessment reported no non-conformities, highlighting continual improvement in GRS’s net-zero strategy, particularly in fleet decarbonisation and the supply of lower-carbon secondary aggregates supported by product-specific life cycle assessments. The Group’s business model – based on recovery and reuse of materials, as well as transport efficiency – is key to decarbonization, especially the supply of lower-carbon aggregates made from demolition waste, mining spoil and industria

04 February 2026

Aggregate production declines for third consecutive year, BDS report

04 Feb 2026

Aggregate production declines for third consecutive year, BDS report

Aggregate production declines for third consecutive year, BDS report

BDS have published their ‘Estimated Outputs (2024) of Aggregate Sites in Great Britain’ report, showing total aggregate production exceeding 165 million tonnes, but marking a third consecutive year of decline. Crushed rock accounted for around 70% of output, with the remainder split between land-won and marine sand and gravel. The market remains dominated by five major producers – Breedon, CEMEX, Heidelberg Materials, Holcim UK and Tarmac – which together account for over 70% of national output, with Tarmac identified as the largest producer. Despite weak production trends, BDS recorded more than 30 new reserve planning permissions granted across ten regions between January and September 2025, offering some longer-term supply reassurance. For more information about 'Estimated Outputs (2024) of Aggregate Sites in Great Britain report', or to find out more about the BDS Aggregates Annual Planning Subscription Service, email: . Further information on the full suite of Annual Outputs Repor

04 February 2026

Tru-Trac highlight common conveyor problems

04 Feb 2026

Tru-Trac highlight common conveyor problems

Tru-Trac highlight common conveyor problems

LOST production is a major direct cost that quarries and mines contend with when a conveyor system goes down. Some of the most common conveyor issues include belt misalignment, material carryback and rip events, amongst others. Drawing on decades of field experience, Tru-Trac’s Douglas van der Westhuizen and Guy Fitt have outlined some of the best-practice maintenance approaches to keeping conveyors at peak performance. One of the most common causes of unscheduled downtime on conveyor systems is belt misalignment which often results in spillage, belt edge damage, damage to the structure, increased power consumption and increased labour costs. According to Mr Fitt, national sales manager at Tru-Trac, a specialist provider of conveyor components for the global mining and bulk material handling industries, misaligned belts will ultimately result in lost production, increased operating costs and safety hazards. Mr van der Westhuizen, technical sales representative at Tru-Trac, said misalig

04 February 2026

Dewalt debuts the first robotic downward drill for data centre construction

04 Feb 2026

Dewalt debuts the first robotic downward drill for data centre construction

Dewalt debuts the first robotic downward drill for data centre construction

Dewalt has partnered with August Robotics to launch the world’s first downward drilling, fleet-capable robot to enable efficient concrete drilling for data centre construction. As the race to meet global Artificial Intelligence processing needs intensifies, the robot is currently being tested and has completed 10 phases of data centre construction with one of the world’s largest and most influential hyperscaler tech companies. Dewalt demonstrated the robotic drill’s capabilities during World of Concrete in Las Vegas in January. “Across the globe, hyperscalers, which account for nearly 80 per cent of overall data centre demand are investing in infrastructure to power AI computing, with an estimated industry-wide capital expenditure of $7 trillion in data centres by 2030,” said Bill Beck, President of Tools & Outdoor at , Dewalt’s parent company. “Our customers consistently emphasize that speed of construction is critical. The robotic drilling solution meets this need head-on through

ConExpo-Con/Agg to attempt Guiness World Record mark

ConExpo-Con/Agg to attempt Guiness World Record mark

ConExpo-Con/Agg will be vying for a world record when the show gets underway next month, engaging Guiness World Records in an attempt for the most people wearing high-visibility vests at one time. According to ConExpo-Con/Agg, the show aims to shatter the existing record of 2,499 participants during an attempt on March 3. The show’s organizers will host the record attempt as part of ConExpo-Con/Agg’s opening ceremony by gathering thousands of attendees clad in orange construction safety vests. ConExpo-Con/Agg aims to shine a spotlight on the role the construction industry plays in shaping communities and infrastructure across North America. “This record attempt is more than a number – it’s a celebration of the advances, hard work, innovation and dedication of everyone in the construction industry,” says Dana Wuesthoff , show director of ConExpo-Con/Agg. “We want to honor those who build our cities, roads, railways, airports, stadiums and monuments and highlight how their efforts touch

New dates for 2026 Pit & Quarry Roundtable

The 2026 Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference, originally scheduled for January but postponed due to Winter Storm Fern, has been rescheduled for March 31-April 1 at LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort in Naples, Florida. Aggregate producers interested in attending can apply today at pitandquarryroundtable.com . The Roundtable is an annual Pit & Quarry event presenting aggregate producers with opportunities to network with equipment manufacturers, dealers and other leaders from across the industry. Producers who attend get industry updates related to legislation, regulation and safety, as well as a forecast for the year to come on construction materials. A key component of the 2026 Roundtable will once again be roundtable-style discussions between the event’s attendees. Among the topics discussed at the 2025 Roundtable were the business environment, equipment and technology, and safety and health. Attendees also have the opportunity to participate in the Roundtable golf outing.

New dates for 2026 Pit & Quarry Roundtable

Develon to debut its next generation excavators

Develon to debut its next generation excavators

Develon returns to ConExpo 2026 with the launch of its next-generation excavators alongside a comprehensive lineup of construction equipment. Headlining the event will be new heavy and compact Develon machines equipped with multiple productivity, safety and uptime protection features to take on a variety of job sites. The booth will also showcase innovative Develon products, including articulated dump trucks, dozers, wheel loaders, mini excavators, compact track loaders and more. “It’s been nearly three years since we launched our new brand at ConExpo-Con/Agg, and we’re glad to be back at North America’s largest construction trade show,” said Morgan Stallings, Senior Director of Dealer Development and Marketing at Develon. “This show allows us to introduce our newest next-generation products and showcase our current lineup that helps operators be more productive and efficient on job sites. Plus, it helps us build a stronger connection between our customers and dealers.” Throughout the

03 February 2026

03 Feb 2026

Terex and REV Group complete merger

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Terex and REV Group complete merger

have The move will create a comprehensive entity in emergency, waste, utilities, environmental and materials processing equipment with attractive end markets characterised by low cyclicality, resilient demand and long-term growth profiles. With a substantial U.S. manufacturing footprint, the combined organisation will be well-positioned to benefit from domestic demand growth. Terex’s Materials Processing business includes, among others, major quarrying plant brands such as Powerscreen, Finlay, EvoQuip, Terex Washing Systems, Terex MPS, and MDS. After the definitive merger agreement was reached in October 2025, Terex Corporation and REV Group stated that combining their complementary portfolios would unlock significant value-creating synergies totalling $75 million of run-rate value in 2028, with approximately 50% achieved 12 months after closing. . For latest industry news, jobs events and articles direct to your inbox Agg-Net is the ‘go-to’ website for key decision makers within the a

03 February 2026

Heidelberg Materials UK resume Hampshire aggregate supply

03 Feb 2026

Heidelberg Materials UK resume Hampshire aggregate supply

Heidelberg Materials UK resume Hampshire aggregate supply

HEIDELBERG Materials UK will restart supply of premium-grade limestone and a wide range of aggregates from their Station Road, Fareham depot from 10 February 2026. The move marks the company’s return to directly serving the Hampshire market and forms part of its strategy to fully utilize rail-connected depots, reducing vehicle movements and associated CO₂ emissions. The depot will source limestone from the company’s Whatley Quarry in the Mendips and handle around 150,000 tonnes annually, rising to 200,000 tonnes over the next three years. Vincent Pitt, area manager Mendips and Masters at Heidelberg Materials UK, said: ‘We are excited to be returning to our Fareham depot. We see resuming direct supply to the area as a real vote of confidence in the future of the Hampshire market, and we look forward to developing relationships with existing customers as well as developing new ones.’ Jim Pearce, strategic and commercial excellence manager at Heidelberg Materials UK, added: ‘Our Fareham d

Terex Washing Systems to unveil FM 300 Compact at ConExpo

Terex Washing Systems to unveil FM 300 Compact at ConExpo

Terex Washing Systems will showcase the new FM 300 Compact – the largest model in the FM Compact range – in the Terex stand at ConExpo-Con/Agg this March. Exhibiting in the Silver Lot (Booth SV2357) outside the Las Vegas Convention Center during the March 3-7 Las Vegas show, Terex Washing Systems says the FM 300 Compact is designed to deliver up to 300 tph of dewatered sand from a single modular chassis. According to the company, this makes the plant ideal for quarries seeking clean, spec-compliant sand with a minimal footprint. “We developed the FM 300 Compact to give operators a high‑capacity sand-washing solution within a compact, easy‑to‑integrate footprint,” says Mark Fisher, business line director at Terex Washing Systems. “ConExpo provides an important opportunity for customers to see the machine up close, understand its capabilities and discuss real‑world applications. We look forward to welcoming visitors to the Terex stand and talking with them about how this unit can support

Sales volumes rise, lifting USLM revenue in fourth quarter

United States Lime & Minerals (USLM) reported its fourth-quarter results, noting that revenues were up 9.8 percent. USLM says the increase resulted primarily from increased sales volumes that derived from construction and steel customers. The company experienced lower demand from customers in oil and gas services and roof shingles. USLM’s gross profit, meanwhile, was up 19 percent in the fourth quarter. Across all of 2025, USLM’s revenues were up 17.3 percent to $372.7 million. USLM says the increase resulted from gains in sales volumes and average selling prices of lime and limestone products. The increase in sales volumes largely derived from elevated demand in construction, environmental and steel. The company experienced lower demand in 2025 from oil and gas services customers. “We are pleased with the company’s financial performance in 2025,” says Timothy Byrne , president and CEO of USLM. “Overall demand was up compared to 2024, led by our construction customers – including t

Sales volumes rise, lifting USLM revenue in fourth quarter

Liebherr to showcase expanded portfolio and digital solutions at ConExpo

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Liebherr to showcase expanded portfolio and digital solutions at ConExpo

At ConExpo 2026, Liebherr will outline its “hands on the future” strategy and how it will shape the construction site of tomorrow. The approach is grounded in practical engineering and close customer collaboration, focusing on technologies that improve safety, reliability and planning for an increasingly connected, data-driven operations. As one of the largest exhibitors at the show, Liebherr’s ConExpo presence reflects its long-term strategy in the North American construction market. Recent milestones include expanded assembly and manufacturing capabilities in Newport News, Virginia, and the construction of a new logistics and distribution centre in Tupelo, Mississippi. Once operational, the Tupelo facility will become Liebherr’s first major distribution hub outside Europe designed to improve parts availability and service support across the Americas. The site will manage parts and components for earthmoving, crane, concrete technology, maritime and components business units, while al

Dyno Nobel debuts handheld electronic initiation system

Dyno Nobel debuts handheld electronic initiation system

Dyno Nobel introduced the newest addition to its electronic initiation offering: the Navus handheld blaster . According to Dyno Nobel, Navus is a lightweight, portable unit allowing operations to safely and reliably initiate blasts. Weighing 1.3 lbs., Navus can be carried anywhere on-site. It supports up to 1.6 miles of harness wire for extended setups in surface and underground applications. Dyno Nobel says Navus is an ideal solution to initiate Nonel rounds when used with Dyno Nobel’s electronic DriftShot starters underground. DriftShot starters eliminate stray currents, radiofrequency interference and static discharge. Together, the company says Navus and DriftShot provide greater safety, efficiency and control to empower operations to achieve superior blasting outcomes. For operations switching from Nonel detonators to electronic detonators, Dyno Nobel says Navus facilitates a smooth transition with a design engineered for simplicity in the field. Navus can improve fragmentation an

Radial conveyor taking ConExpo stage for Marco

Marco plans to showcase its WRC 80 radial conveyor at ConExpo-Con/Agg , marking its first appearance at the Las Vegas show since becoming part of the Terex Materials Processing portfolio in April 2023. According to Marco, the WRC 80 is an 80‑ft. wheeled radial conveyor designed to deliver stockpiling for concrete, aggregates, recycling and general construction applications. Marco says the conveyor’s portability and radial design allow operators to move across jobsites and build stockpiles with minimal downtime. Marco will be exhibiting with Terex in the Silver Lot (Booth SV2357) at ConExpo-Con/Agg, which is March 3-7 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. “ConExpo is a great opportunity to get in front of our customers and showcase our WRC 80 conveyor,” says Daniel Wyatt, general manager of Marco. “This 80‑ft. wheeled radial conveyor is designed to be one of the most cost‑efficient and effective ways of stockpiling materials on the market.” “Exhibiting at the Terex booth for the first tim

Radial conveyor taking ConExpo stage for Marco

ConExpo to attempt to set new Guinness World Record for high-vis...

ConExpo to attempt to set new Guinness World Record for high-vis...

ConExpo organizers are attempting to add a lot more shimmer to Las Vegas. The trade show will make a Guinness World Record attempt for the most people wearing high-visibility vests. The attempt, scheduled for March 3, aims to shatter the existing record of 2,499 participants and shine a spotlight on the important role the industry plays in shaping communities and infrastructure across the continent. “This record attempt is more than a number — it’s a celebration of the advances, hard work, innovation and dedication of everyone in the construction industry,” said Dana Wuesthoff, Show Director of ConExpo-Con/Agg. “We want to honour those who build our cities, roads, railways, airports, stadiums and monuments and highlight how their efforts touch every aspect of society. This record is particularly important to us as safety is and always will be of utmost priority for the industry and the people who make this work possible.” Trade show organizers will host the record attempt as part of Co

03 February 2026

Hitachi to highlight its history and future as LANDCROS at ConExpo

02 Feb 2026

Hitachi to highlight its history and future as LANDCROS at ConExpo

Hitachi to highlight its history and future as LANDCROS at ConExpo

At ConExpo, Hitachi Construction Machinery will honour its history, debut new machines reflecting customer feedback and introduce innovative technology that will define how humans work on jobsites for the next 100 years. Hitachi’s 75-year history of innovation dates back to the invention of the industry’s first mid-sized excavator using the two-pump/two-valve hydraulic system. Since then, the company’s equipment has been the backbone of many jobsites worldwide. Building on that history, at ConExpo they will show the heavy machinery world what innovation means for the generations of the future. Their ConExpo booth will include co-developed technologies with 2024 startup challenge winners, a new machine guidance system, LANDCROS Connect fleet management system, Autonomous mining solutions, more than 20 machines and more than 15 attachments on display, live technology demos and a relaxation Zen area. Their extensive history of engineering excellence will be on display in a two-story build

MSHA reports two mining fatalities in January

MSHA reports two mining fatalities in January

The Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) reported two mining fatalities in January – both at cement plants. The first fatal mining accident of 2026 took place Jan. 6 in California, where a contractor died after being struck by the motor and gearbox assembly of a baghouse slide gate. MSHA classified the incident as a machinery accident. Two days later, on Jan. 8, an over-the-road truck driver died after being pinned between the dump bed and frame of a truck at a cement plant. The agency classified the incident as a powered haulage accident. In response to the Jan. 8 fatality, MSHA issued the following best practices for mine operators: • Establish and discuss safe work procedures before beginning work. Identify and control all hazards associated with the work, and use methods to properly protect people. • Before working on equipment, block all raised components against motion and ensure people are positioned in a safe location – and away from “red zone” areas. • Never work und

Rokbak recognize Dealer of the Year and partnerships at AED

Rokbak recognize Dealer of the Year and partnerships at AED

POSITIVE discussions, strong dealer connections and a clear sense of momentum defined Rokbak’s return to the AED Summit, where the company named their Dealer of the Year for 2025. The presence of Rokbak at the Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) Summit 2026 in the US helped outline a strong strategy for the new year and brought the RA30 and RA40 trucks centre stage in the world’s biggest articulated dump truck (ADT) market. At the January gathering in Texas, in the US, the Scottish hauler manufacturer placed a strong focus on celebrating the partnerships that continue to drive success for the brand across North America. Part of that was recognising Houston-based heavy equipment specialist Easton Sales & Rentals as the company’s Dealer of the Year for 2025. Conversations across the three-day event, which took place between 19–21 January at the Hilton Anatole Dallas, focused on market developments, dealer feedback, customer insights and collaborative strategies to support continu

02 February 2026

MPA flags construction materials demand at historic lows

02 Feb 2026

MPA flags construction materials demand at historic lows

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MPA flags construction materials demand at historic lows

NEW data from the Mineral Products Association (MPA) show that demand for core construction materials remains stuck at alarmingly weak levels, placing businesses under severe strain and threatening jobs now and supply capacity for the future. Demand for UK construction materials remains at historic lows, with 2025 marking a fourth consecutive year of decline, according to the MPA. While sales of some products stabilized at a low base in the fourth quarter of 2025, there was no change in the overall picture. Over 2025, demand for key materials, including concrete (-9.9%), aggregates (-1.6%) and asphalt (-1.1%) fell for a fourth consecutive year, leaving sales volumes at historic lows. A 5.2% annual increase in mortar sales masked a sharp loss of momentum in the second half of the year. The Association says weak materials demand, alongside rising costs, is forcing businesses to take difficult decisions to cut capacity and control costs. Sites are being mothballed, investment deferred, an