“I think getting to a world of 100 per cent zero-carbon cement, especially with green energy, is an eventuality we will get to, but it is not going to be quick.”
Regulars
05 COMMENT
NSSGA president and CEO Michele Stanley gives an overview of the US construction and aggregates sector.
10 ASSOCIATION NEWS
The latest updates and engagements from the NSSGA for its members.
54 EVENTS
All the key events in the quarrying and aggregates world.
Specials
12 INTERVIEW
Fortera is an ambitious low-carbon cement technology business with a big future as the US construction sector.
16 CDE
CDE hosted key aggregates professionals to get a sense of the key trends in the Ohio market.
18 TECHNOLOGY
Liebherr has bolstered its logistics operations in the Americas region.
20 KLEEMANN
A Kleemann plant train has proven capable of delivering two material specifications for Alabama and Florida.
22 VOLVO CE
Cox Construction has invested in two Volvo ECR25 Electric compact excavators to elevate its operations.
Features
24 INTERVIEW
José Antonio Cabrera shares his thoughts on Cemex EMEA’s future trading and sustainability goals.
28 MCLANAHAN IN NORTHERN IRELAND
The McLanahan Corporation seeks to increase its market share in the global quarrying and mining equipment sector.
30 CRUSHING AND SCREENING
Crushing and screening innovations are advancing rapidly through the adoption of electric plants and new product releases.
32 CATERPILLAR
Caterpillar showcases how its 966 XE and 972 XE wheeled loaders can support high production rates for quarrying customers.
34 LOADING
The market for quarry loading machines has been lively in recent months with new innovations.
36 HAULING
Articulated dump trucks innovations are playing a key role in quarrying and aggregates operations.
38 PORTABLE POWER
Atlas Copco is playing a key role in the development and construction of mining and infrastructure.
41 ENGINES
44 CFLO
48 CDE
Across the global sector, manufacturers have announced a series of major improvements and innovations to engine-related products.
CFLO showcases a breakthrough patented innovation for the sand and mineral processing sector.
How CDE has supported Roma Grus’ sustainable construction practices in Gotland, Sweden.
50 SUSTAINABLE POWER
Steve Nendick continues his examination of the sustainable o -highway machinery power challenge.
52 HOLCIM
Holcim continues to further sustainability projects across its global operations.
COVER STORY: Rokbak makes further progress in North America. Image: Rokbak
Las Vegas Las Vegas
MARCH 1-3
MARCH 3-7
HEAD OFFICE
Prime Global Publishing Capitol Square 4–6 Church Street Epsom, KT 17 4NR
EDITOR
Guy Woodford +44 (0) 7879 408 069 guy.woodford@primeglobalpublishing.com
ASSISTANT EDITOR
Adam Daunt adam.daunt@primeglobalpublishing.com
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Les Ilyefalvy +61 423 177 966 les.ilyefalvy@primeglobalpublishing.com
COVER IMAGE CREDITS Rokbak Fortera Liebherr US Volvo CE SUBSCRIPTIONS subscriptions@primeglobalpublishing.com
No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form whatsoever without the express written permission of the publisher. Contributors are encouraged to express their personal and professional opinions in this publication, and accordingly views expressed herein are not necessarily the views of Prime Global Publishing. From time to time statements and claims are made by the manufacturers and their representatives in respect of their products and services. Whilst reasonable steps are taken to check their accuracy at the time of going to press, the publisher cannot be held liable for their validity and accuracy.
PUBLISHED BY Prime Global Publishing
AGGREGATES BUSINESS USPS: is published six times a year.
PRINT: ISSN 2051-5766
ONLINE: ISSN 2057-3405
PRINTED BY: Warners (Midlands) PLC
GUY WOODFORDEDITOR
States of play
Quoting the latest statistics, trends, and industry policy positions, National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) president and chief executive of cer Michele Stanley, gave an insightful overview of just where the state of the US construction and aggregates sector.
Stanley was speaking at the eighth Global Aggregates Information Network (GAIN) meeting in Córdoba, Spain (October 19-21, 2025), to a room packed with representatives from national aggregates associations from around the world.
They gathered to discuss national, regional, and global industry trends and issues, while also sharing best practices and ideas for growing the association’s membership and fostering constructive dialogue with key national and regional government policymakers.
Stanley said the rst half of 2025 saw a 5.5 per cent year-on-year reduction in US crushed stone production (658 million tonnes) and a four per cent year-on-year decline in US sand and gravel production (395 million tonnes). Overall, that represents a 4.9 per cent fall in US construction aggregate volumes (1.054 billion tonnes). Drilling down into the factors behind the decline in US construction aggregates production, Stanley said that Portland Cement production was down 5.3 per cent in the rst half of 2025.
Stanley said that the weakness of the residential housing market, in ation, cost moderation, the federal funding timeline, and potential tariff impacts were other prominent factors. The NSSGA’s recently appointed president and CEO highlighted key trends in the US construction aggregates market, including technological investment, workforce challenges, an increasing focus on sustainability, and ongoing strategic mergers and acquisitions.
A recent example of the latter was CRH’s acquisition of Eco Material Technologies, North America’s leading supplier of supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs), for US$2.1 billion. The deal positions CRH at the forefront of the transition to next-generation cement and concrete, amid the growing demand
for cementitious products to modernise North America’s infrastructure.
Stanley said that the NSSGA represents 90 per cent of the US crushed stone industry and 70 per cent of the sand and gravel sector, with a large proportion of members concentrated on the Eastern side of the US due to the country's geological makeup.
Like most other national and regional aggregates markets globally, Stanley said the US aggregates market faces permitting challenges. She said that the NSSGA is engaged in ongoing discussions with federal and state policymakers on potential permitting reforms. Stanley said that the US aggregates industry also faces “challenges and opportunities” under the National Environmental Policy Act, the Endangered Species Act, and the Clean Water Act
Turning her attention to how trade agreements and tariffs have impacted the US aggregates industry, Stanley said the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) provides relief to producers, as crushed stone and gravel are duty-free under that trade deal. She also noted that by the end of 2025, the US Supreme Court may rede ne President Trump’s tariff authority.
Additionally, she said that NSSGA’s equipment manufacturing and services members are affected by steel and aluminium tariffs.
Stanley spoke about the signi cant impact the One Big Beautiful Bill Act will have on the US aggregates industry. Signed into law by President Donald Trump in July 2025, the act has several ‘rock-solid’ tax provisions for the aggregates industry, she said.
Stanley said the law makes several key NSSGA tax priorities permanent, including bonus depreciation, expensing for research and development, Section 199A for S-Corps, estate and gift tax limits, and percentage depletion. Stanley said this means that the US aggregates industry can con dently plan for future investments, hire and retain skilled workers and promote growth across the construction supply chain. GW guy.woodford@primeglobalpublishing.com
Terex and REV Group to merge
Terex and REV Group have entered into a de nitive agreement to merge and form a leading specialty equipment manufacturer.
The two companies said the merger will create a diversi ed leader in materials processing, emergency services, waste management, utilities, and environmental equipment and services. With a substantial US manufacturing footprint, the combined organisation will be well-positioned to bene t from domestic demand growth.
Following the deal’s completion, Terex chief executive Simon Meester will serve as president and chief executive of cer of the combined company, supported by a proven management team that re ects the capabilities of both organisations.
“This transaction represents a transformative step for both companies,” Meester said.
“By combining our complementary portfolios and leveraging our collective strengths, we are creating a large-scale, diversi ed industrial leader well-positioned to capitalise on long-term secular growth trends.”
Terex’s materials processing equipment business will be a key part of the new combined entity of Terex and REV Group.
Combining the complementary portfolios will unlock signi cant value, totalling $75 million of run-rate value in 2028, with approximately 50 per cent achieved 12 months after closing.
REV Group chief executive of cer Mark Skonieczny said said both Terex and REV Group have demonstrated their ability to execute large integrations.
“Joining forces with Terex is a natural evolution of our strategy of building a
stronger, more pro table and scaled company by bringing together two highly respected organisations with shared values and a commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and customer success,” he said.
‘Progress’ is key for Amrize in 2025
Amrize has declared its thirdquarter nancial results a success, driven by “strong revenue growth.”
The third quarter was Amrize’s rst under its new name and structure following the business’s spin-off from Holcim earlier this year. The company’s nancial results were headlined by a 6.6 per cent increase in revenue, a net income of $543 million and an adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortisation of $1.1 billion.
and kicked off new projects to expand production and improve ef ciency to serve our customers in attractive markets from Dallas-Fort Worth to Calgary.
“We delivered strong revenue growth of 6.6 per cent and free cash ow generation of $674 million, up $221 million.
“We made progress across our business, and I thank our 19,000 teammates for serving our customers across all of our markets,” Amrize chairman and chief executive of cer Jan Jenisch said. “This quarter, we made progress across our key organic growth investments
“Our building materials business had strong sales with increased customer demand, while margin was affected by a temporary equipment outage in our cement network. Within the building envelope, operational ef ciencies and lower raw material costs delivered margin expansion. The actions we are taking from investing in our business to driving synergies with our Aspire program are positioning Amrize to capitalise on the signi cant, long-term demand.”
Image: Terex MP
Amrize chairman and chief executive o cer Jan Jenisch.
Image: Amrize
Taiheiyo Cement acquires Vulcan assets
Taiheiyo Cement Corporation has con rmed it has struck a deal with Vulcan Materials for ready-mixed concrete assets in California.
Following the deal, Taiheiyo’s subsidiary CalPortland Company will acquire some of Vulcan’s ready-mixed concrete business assets in California.
The agreement is subject to conditions but is expected to be nalised by the end of 2025, according to the parties involved.
“Our company manufactures and sells cement, ready-mixed
concrete, and aggregates on the US West Coast, including California. Through this acquisition, we will acquire readymix business assets in Northern California’s San Francisco Bay Area and Southern California’s San Diego region,” Taiheiyo Cement Corporation wrote in its announcement.
“This asset acquisition will enable us to enter Northern California’s San Francisco Bay Area, a new region previously not accessed by our ready-mix
business, while improving existing ready-mix ef ciencies in Southern California’s San Diego region through new logistical synergies and cost reduction initiatives, in a state where robust demand is expected to continue.”
Vulcan Materials’ ready-mix concrete assets in the California market comprise 41 ready-mix plants, two cement terminals, and other related assets. According to the announcement, the acquisition amount is reported to be $712 million, settled in cash.
ÇIMSA EXPANDS US PRODUCTION CAPABILITIES
Çimsa has confirmed that construction of its new cement grinding plant in Houston, Texas, has been completed, expanding its production capabilities.
The new grey cement grinding plant was established by Çimsa’s Cimsa Americas Cement Manufacturing and Sales Corporation via an investment of $US82 million.
Heidelberg Materials NA acquires Island Aggregates
Heidelberg Materials North America (HMNA) has expanded its presence in the British Columbia quarrying and aggregates market by acquiring “one of the last remaining permitted aggregates sites on Vancouver Island”.
The North American producer has finalised the acquisition of Island Aggregates in a deal which includes the latter’s assets and reserves. Under the terms of the deal, this includes three mobile crushing plants as well as loaders, excavators and related equipment. Heidelberg Materials North America president of the northwest region Oliver Patsch said the latest acquisition is aligned with the company’s strategic focus on core markets.
“The addition of the Island Aggregates business further strengthens our existing integrated footprint in this important market and is the latest step in our pureplay growth strategy in North America. We are pleased to welcome the Island Aggregates employees and customers to Heidelberg Materials,” he said.
Island Aggregates is renowned for its production of sand and gravel and has also served as a supplier to HMNA’s ready-mixed concrete sites in British
The new grinding plant, which can produce approximately 600,000 tonnes per year, enhances the company’s cement grinding capacity, which includes a white cement grinding plant with an annual capacity of 300,000 tonnes.
The Houston facility is Çimsa’s second grey cement production hub outside Türkiye and a move that bolsters its presence in the US cement market.
Çimsa chief executive o cer Umut Zenar said the investment was a big milestone.
“We are proud to launch production at our new facility in the US. We have long maintained a presence in the American market through exports, but this new investment, realised through our established US subsidiary, marks a true turning point for us,” he said.
“We are no longer just an exporter to the US; we are now a local producer.
“This gives us logistical advantages and enables us to serve our customers much faster and more e ciently.
“At the same time, with our local production capacity in the US, we aim to increase our sales volumes and further strengthen our market position.”
Columbia. According to HMNA, Island Aggregates is also one of the last remaining permitted aggregate sites on Vancouver Island.
Vulcan Materials is selling its Californian ready-mixed concrete assets to Taiheiyo Cement.
HMNA north-west president Oliver Patsch.
Pruitt to lead Vulcan Materials
Vulcan Materials Company has announced Ronnie Pruitt as its new chief executive of cer (CEO), effective January 1, 2026. At that time, he will also join the company’s board of directors.
Vulcan Materials’ current chairman and CEO Tom Hill will transition to the role of executive chairman of the board. Hill and Pruitt have worked together to develop and implement the company’s strategy and will continue to work together to ensure a smooth transition of responsibilities.
“Ronnie is the ideal person to lead Vulcan’s future growth and innovation,” Hill said.
“He is an experienced executive with deep expertise across the strategic, operational, and commercial areas of our business.
“Ronnie’s proven leadership and commitment to the [company] will ensure a seamless transition as he focuses on continuing to create
value for our shareholders, customers, and employees.”
In his mid-50s, Pruitt is a seasoned veteran of the building materials industry, boasting over three decades of experience. He has a proven track record of driving commercial excellence and strengthening operational performance. As Vulcan’s chief operating of cer, Pruitt has delivered on the company’s two-pronged growth strategy, continuing to expand the aggregates unit’s pro tability and strategically shaping the company’s portfolio.
“I am honoured to lead this exceptional company,” Pruitt said.
“Vulcan is well-positioned with outstanding talent, a commitment to disciplined capital allocation, and a proven strategy. Under Tom’s leadership, Vulcan developed a continuous improvement culture, and I’m excited to leverage the opportunities ahead to drive value for our customers and shareholders.”
Stanley takes top role at NSSGA
The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) has appointed Michele Stanley as the association’s new president and chief executive of cer (CEO).
Stanley has been with the association for over a decade, serving in various government affairs roles, most recently as executive vice president and chief advocacy of cer.
During her tenure, she has helped grow the association into a leading advocate for infrastructure investment and the aggregates industry.
Previously, Stanley served on the government affairs team at the National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA) and worked on Capitol Hill.
“NSSGA’s of cers and executive committee were unanimous in our support of Michele leading the association as our next CEO. With her wealth of advocacy experience, Capitol Hill connections and industry knowledge, I am con dent that she is the perfect t for the role.”
Stanley will now lead the association during a critical time for the US quarry and aggregates sector, as congress works through its tax reform package and the reauthorisation of the surface transportation bill, which is set to expire in 2026.
“As we embark on the next era of the association, Michele will steer NSSGA to achieve real results for members,” NSSGA 2025 chair Ted Baker II said.
“From navigating the complexities of government affairs to charting the course for the entire association, I’m energised by the opportunity to leverage my experience for a broader vision and build an even stronger industry future together,” Stanley said.
New Vulcan Materials CEO Ronnie A. Pruitt.
Image: Vulcan Materials
Michele Stanley is the NSSGA’s new president and CEO.
Caterpillar invests in US training
Indiana will be among the rst US states to bene t from Caterpillar’s pledge to invest $100 million USD over ve years into workforce training and advanced manufacturing careers.
Caterpillar has committed to investing up to $5 million in training and upskilling programs across Indiana.
Indiana Governor Mike Braun welcomed the announcement, which will support local workers.
“Indiana is proud to be among the rst states selected for Caterpillar’s workforce investment, which is a testament to our pro-growth policies, world-class workforce, and reputation as one of the best states in America to start and grow a business,” he said.
Caterpillar has con rmed that it will soon announce which other states as part of its workforce pledge. The initial announcement at its company’s large engine facility in Lafayette, Indiana, was accompanied by a $725 million capital expansion to increase engine production capacity.
“Many of the engines manufactured here in Lafayette will support power generation customers by providing reliable power, keeping operations running
during outages and helping meet the growing energy needs driven by [arti cial intelligence], data centres and other critical infrastructure across America and around the world,” Caterpillar Energy and Transportation Group president Jason Kaiser said.
Caterpillar employs around 51,000 people in the United States, including over 4100 workers at its 12 facilities across Indiana.
Caterpillar has more than 65 primary locations across 25 US states, as well as independent dealers.
Caterpillar chief human resources of cer Christy Pambianchi said said the company’s workforce pledge is designed to unlock jobs.
“The future workforce will need skills for what comes next. We have our experts working on innovative training and resources to help skill and inform the next generation on how to navigate the worksite of tomorrow,” she said.
We’re excited to be starting here in Indiana to enable US workers to enter high-quality jobs in the American manufacturing industry.”
DELWARE EXPANSION ON THE CARDS
Heidelberg Materials North America has confirmed the details of a binding purchase agreement to acquire Walan Specialty Construction Products. The acquisition would include the business’ assets which consists of a three-year-old slag grinding plant with a vertical mill, with a capacity of 150 kilotonnes per year, and 14 employees. Based in Wilmington, Delaware, Walan Specialty Construction Products is located near the Port of Wilmington.
“Heidelberg Materials’ investment in the Walan slag business reflects our ongoing e orts to expand our portfolio of low-carbon products and drive sustainable and commercial value for our customers,” Heidelberg Materials North America president and chief executive o cer Chris Ward said. “It is also the latest example of our focus on optimising our positions in core markets through our disciplined pureplay growth strategy.”
Cemex US unveils new Central Florida facility
Cemex US has launched its Four Corners Sand Facility in Clermont following a ribbon-cutting ceremony to mark the occasion.
is expected to produce around 1.2 million tonnes of commercial sand annually. The sand and aggregates will be used in construction projects throughout Central Florida, including in concrete, asphalt and infrastructure applications.
production capacity which will help meet demand for construction materials as Central Florida continues to build hospitals, schools, homes and other essential infrastructure.
The Four Corners site uses a dry-sand production process with a plate-and-filter press system that recycles water within the facility, reducing water use.
Slag cement, made from steel-making byproducts, enhances the strength and durability of concrete while lowering its environmental footprint. The use of slag cement and other supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) is a key part of Heidelberg Materials’ decarbonisation strategy.
“Four Corners strengthens the region by providing an proud to serve this community and grateful for the many
“The acquisition of the Walan slag business is another milestone on Heidelberg Materials’ path to decarbonising the built environment,” Heidelberg Materials North America president of the northeast region Matteo Rozzanigo said.
“We are pleased to further enhance our low-carbon cementitious o erings in the Mid-Atlantic region of the US while also extending our market reach in this growing region of the country. We are excited for the opportunities and synergies ahead and look forward to welcoming the Walan employees and customers to Heidelberg Materials.”
Indiana Governor Mike Braun speaks at the announcement.
Cemex US has expanded its operational network.
Image: Cemex
Image: Caterpillar
NSSGA’s 2026 Annual Convention will take place March 1-3, 2026, in Las Vegas, NV.
Back in Las Vegas
The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association returns to Las Vegas, Nevada, for its annual convention in 2026.
Taking place from March 1–3, 2026, the Annual Convention is an opportunity for the industry to come together for networking, learning, and association business. As in years past, National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) and the National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA) are once again joining forces to co-locate their annual conventions.
This year, the conventions will take place together at a brand-new location, Fontainebleau Las Vegas. Completed in 2023, the Fontainebleau is one of the newest luxury resort in Las Vegas and features stunning hotel rooms, world-class restaurants and vibrant nightlife offerings.
The NSSGA and NRMCA plan to take full advantage of the property’s modern meeting spaces and central location near the Las Vegas Convention Center. For NSSGA ROCKPAC donors, a special appreciation event will take place at the on-site LIV Nightclub. NSSGA’s Annual Convention will include general sessions with exciting keynotes, a variety of breakout sessions, committee meetings, networking opportunities and more. What makes this event valuable for NSSGA members is access: all members are invited to attend and participate in the many open meetings, receptions and other events.
This year, the two associations are delighted to welcome NFL legend Terry Bradshaw as the keynote speaker at the joint general session on March 2.
From his achievements as a Hall of Fame quarterback and two-time Super Bowl MVP, to his success as a football analyst on television, author, actor and singer, Bradshaw is a household name and American icon. He is the only professional football player with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the rst quarterback to have won four Super Bowls. Bradshaw has also recorded multiple top-selling gospel albums and appeared in several award-winning movies and television shows. Bradshaw’s high-energy keynote will inspire teams and set the tone for the week.
NSSGA members will also hear from Lake sh Group founder Jon Lake sh, an arti cial intelligence expert, at our NSSGA board of directors lunchtime meeting on March 3.
Lake sh has over 22 years of experience working with leading brands and global companies to incorporate cutting-edge tools that boost results and streamline processes. He will dive into how arti cial intelligence tools can help companies improve decision-making, safety analysis and maintenance planning.
Additional programming for NSSGA Annual Convention:
•NRMCA and NSSGA joint government affairs brie ng
•Breakout sessions on workforce development and grassroots political organising
•Networking receptions for the BuildHer network, young leaders and students
•Environmental, engineering, technical and health and safety committee meetings.
The NSSGA and NRMCA 2026 conventions will be held concurrently with CONEXPOCON/AGG. Held every three years, CONEXPO-CON/AGG is North America’s largest construction trade show. The 2026 show will feature over 2000 exhibitors, 150 industry-targeted educational sessions, and over 2.9 million square feet of show oor.
With product concentration areas and specialist exhibit pavilions, CONEXPO-CON/ AGG is the premier opportunity for industry professionals to connect with equipment manufacturers and discover innovations to move your business forward.
Registration for CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026, taking place March 3-7 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, is already open. Those attending the annual convention will receive automatic access to discounted CONEXPO/CON-AGG show badge pricing. Special registration rates are available for guests, spouses, students and trade press. The last day to secure a place in the NSSGA's hotel room block is January 23. AB
For more information, visit nssga.swoogo.com/nncon26
Image: Sean Pavone
Aggregates Business source for up-to-date news and views on the American aggregates and building materials sectors. Our wide-ranging features line-up includes in-depth articles on the latest loading, hauling, and crushing and screening machines.
Contact:
DR RYAN GILLIAM
Cementing a reputation
Fortera is an ambitious low-carbon cement technology business with a big future as the US construction sector pursues a greener future.
Fortera CEO Ryan Gilliam.
Images: Fortera
Summer 2025 proved to be an ideal time to speak with Dr Ryan Gilliam about the latest news from Northern California-based Fortera.
The company’s chief executive of cer (CEO) and co-founder told Aggregates Business America on a Zoom call that he has signed multiple memoranda of understanding (MoUs) with several major multinational building materials companies.
“The MoUs will lead to the installation of 25 to 30 new 400,000-tonnes-a-year capacity ReCarb cement plants to produce ReAct, our low-carbon cement products for our partners and their customers. We are at the plant design and two-and-a-half to three-year build-out phase of the rst of these projects,” Gilliam said.
“We are mainly focused on the US as there is a 45Q tax credit which offers nancial incentives for capturing, storing or utilising CO2. This helps our partners with early returns on their investment.
“There are many other regions and countries showing interest in our technology, such as Canada, due to different regulatory and other incentives. We have also signed an MoU with a building materials producer in Europe.”
In early August, Graymont and Fortera con rmed the details of a strategic partnership agreement, which will leverage Graymont’s lime production operations to produce Fortera’s ReAct low-carbon cement. Simultaneously, Graymont’s network of manufacturing infrastructure and supply chain will help accelerate the deployment of Fortera’s technology.
“What stood out to us about Fortera is that they’re not trying to reinvent the cement industry. Rather, they’re working to innovate on the infrastructure we already have,” Graymont chief executive of cer and president Stéphane Godin said.
“We’ve spent more than 75 years building a global calcium solutions business, and this partnership allows us to continue to lead the way in innovative and sustainable products for our customers.”
Supersacks of ReAct product in a Fortera warehouse.
The low-carbon cement, resulting from this partnership, will be used in infrastructure and construction settings, as well as industrial processes.
Fortera’s low-carbon cement has been validated over the past decade and, through Graymont’s network, will now be able to be produced at an industrial scale.
“Graymont is a global leader, and [its] decision to partner with us is a strong endorsement for Fortera’s technology and products,” Gilliam said.
“From day one, the collaboration with the Graymont team has been instrumental in shaping the commercial design of our plants, from scalability to reliable operations, and in expanding our product opportunities. Together, we’re showing that it’s possible to cut cement emissions in an economic way.”
Fortera’s ReAct, combined with its ReCarb technology, will enable Graymont to expand its production of low-carbon cementitious solutions by reusing CO2 without signi cant changes to its facilities or operations. Fortera currently operates its own 15,000-tonne-peryear facility in Redding, California.
Gilliam said cement is the “glue in concrete, with concrete the second most consumed thing on Earth after water,” however, it is also responsible for eight per cent of the world’s CO2 emissions. As such, low-carbon building material technology specialists, such as Fortera, are working increasingly closely with industry stakeholders, including the Global Cement & Concrete Association (GCCA) corporate venture capital, and international building material groups to achieve commercial viability at scale for their solutions.
“In 2021/2022, we were part of the GCCA’s rst Innovandi challenge [a global programme which brings together tech start-ups and the world's leading cement and concrete companies]. It was a great experience that gave us a lot of exposure to all the big industry names,” Gilliam said.
“We still actively work with the GCCA, and in Europe, we are part of the Alliance for Low-Carbon Cement and Concrete, looking to bring regulations forward to promote its adoption. We are also involved in similar organisations in the United States.”
Gilliam said that Fortera products can have 70 per cent less embodied CO2 than Portland cement due to zero embodied CO2, or even a negative embodied CO2 footprint. He said Fortera has proven the success of ReAct, a low-to-zero CO2 cementitious
Filling ReAct supersacks.
product solution commercially produced through Fortera’s ReCarb Plants.
Fortera’s agship ReCarb plant in Redding, California, has been operational since mid-2024. Located north of San Francisco, the plant executes Fortera’s patented ReCarb process technology on a small commercial scale of 15,000 tonnes per year.
Based on CalPortland’s campus at Redding, the Fortera Redding ReCarb Plant takes industrial CO2 from CalPortland’s kiln and mineralises it through Fortera’s ReCarb process, creating ReAct, a patented green cement solution that Gilliam said is costcompetitive with Portland cement.
The ReAct product portfolio comprises two primary solutions: ReAct Blend, engineered to enhance early strength and ow when used with cement, and ReAct Pure, a standalone cement replacement.
ReAct is a reactive calcium carbonate polymorph, known as vaterite, which can be blended into ASTM C150, C595, or C1157 cements or mixed into concrete during batching.
“In effect, we take limestone and turn it back into limestone. We go from a form of limestone that is inert rock to vaterite, a form of limestone that is reactive,” Gilliam said.
“Vaterite is the mineral that forms the skeletons of coral reefs and shells. When this vaterite comes into contact with water, it seeks to transition to a lower energy state, essentially reverting to inert limestone.”
Through ReSource Services, Fortera offers technical engineering, research, and consulting services, as well as IP licensing opportunities for the ReAct product, speci cally in cement manufacturing and plant construction.
“We can blend our ReAct products with yash and slag to improve properties for blended concrete. We can work with calcined clay and other newer materials to enhance their properties. We can also help with water ow, reducing water demand, and increasing early strength in concrete,” Gilliam said.
3
“We give our customers the chance to have a greener product that is costcompetitive with traditional Portland cement. Cement company customers can start with a small percentage of ReAct under existing regulations, get comfortable with it, and then have a pathway to 100 per cent [ReAct] product which, when combined with green energy, is zero-CO2-emission production.
“We are not reliant on a green premium [subsidy] to make the economics work. The Redding ReCarb Plant has been designed to show the commercial scalability of ReAct products.”
Earlier this year, the company supplied 15 tonnes of ReAct to Redding-based Simpson University for its new business, technology,
1: Fortera’s Redding plant is paving the way to zero CO₂ emissions in cement production.
2: ReAct being poured at the University of California, Berkley.
3: Fortera low-carbon cement was used in the Simpson University slab project.
and engineering building, which will be home to the Maurice & Marianne Johannessen Veteran Success Centre and science, technology, engineering and mathematics program facilities, which include new engineering and technology labs.
Gilliam said that while he and his longtime business colleague, Dr Mike Weiss, established Fortera in 2019, it is important to note that its low-carbon cement technology was developed 18 years ago by another company, Calera.
“It was the rst company to take CO2 and turn it into cement products. It was incredibly successful, technically, creating a partial cement replacement or a standalone cement,” he said.
“While the technology was used to make 100 tonnes of material in real-world applications, unfortunately, it wasn’t grounded in economics and market demand at that time.
“I took over as CEO of Calera and pivoted it to focus on other areas, utilising further technologies we had developed. I shut down the ‘CO2 to-cement’-based cement business in 2014, putting the patents on the shelf and thinking that we could revisit the technology if it made commercial sense to do so.
“One of the things we learned is that in the new technology world, there is a general view of ‘don’t work with the big incumbents’, as they are slow-moving and not entrepreneurial. However, we have had success with Fortera in challenging that thesis by working with major incumbents who understand scale and economics.
“We also found that more industry companies were focusing on sustainability, and some people were coming to us asking if the original Calera technology would work. We thought we could take the proven technology that had already been scaled up to pilot, but rather than compete with cement producers, we could bolt on our technology to their plants, leverage their limestone feed stocks, and all that infrastructure from quarry to kiln, and put that with all their expertise on logistics and sales.”
Many building materials companies are utilising arti cial intelligence (AI) to enhance the ef ciency and productivity of their operations. Fortera is no exception as the company continues to look at how to implement the technology in its operations.
“We are building out an AI platform to do [cement] mix designs. We have extensive data on our product, allowing us to utilise AI to better understand what is in-spec and out-of-spec,” Gilliam said.
“Recently, we added a senior director of data engineering role to the company. Part of their role will be to help us use AI right across the company’s operations.”
Two other recent key hires by Fortera are Sandy Clancy, as chief projects of cer, and John Dotson, as general counsel.
“Sandy has a long history of doing commercial plant construction. He is a key hire for us. We are a company of approximately 90 people, and the majority of our future
recruitment will be on the project management side, headed by Sandy,” Gilliam said.
“Some of the legal agreements we have with our partners are for multiple sites and are very involved, covering supply, sales, operation and maintenance, along with other aspects of a partnership. John has a strong background in such project partnership agreements.”
To accelerate the adoption of low-carbon building materials across its data centre footprint, Microsoft has also invested in Fortera through its climate innovation fund.
The investment secures Microsoft’s rights to procure Fortera’s ReAct low-carbon cement and environmental attribute certi cates.
"We are making long-term investments that will help us achieve our 2030 carbon negative goals,” Microsoft general manager of sustainability markets and the climate innovation fund Brandon Middaugh said.
“Corporate investment can assist in jumpstarting and scaling nascent markets like low-carbon cement. Our team was attracted to Fortera’s approach due to its potential for deep emission reductions, competitive cost targets, and its expected compatibility with existing production infrastructure.”
Gilliam said that Fortera was putting together a compelling business offer.
“People aren’t building cement plants very often. That’s the hard part of bringing new technology to the market: you have to have economics that are good enough so that your amortised capital and operating costs can still compete with rivals that are just covering operating costs,” he said. “It’s good to increase cement production capacity in the market, especially since 25 per cent of the country's cement is currently imported.
“We are a real bolt-on production opportunity of 400,000 tonnes annually for our customers. If a one million tonnes per year plant is located next to ours, it becomes a 1.4 million tonnes per year site. The goal is to run each bolt-on plant 24–7 and make as much low-carbon cement product as each regional market wants.”
Going forward, Fortera is likely to play a key role in the US construction materials market as it and many related sectors continue to pursue a greener longterm future.
“This [industry] change is going to take time. We operate in a risk-averse industry, and with good reason. Concrete has built our civilisation. You can see concrete buildings and roads that have been around for a long time. It’s an incredibly durable material,” Gilliam said.
“When introducing a new product in this space, it not only needs to look good and perform well in your 28-day tests, but you also need to have an understanding of what it will look like and how it will perform 40 years from now.
“One of the bene ts we offer is that we started with our low-carbon cement technology at Calera 18 years ago. Our ReAct product has been in use in buildings, sidewalks, and other public infrastructure for over 15 years.
“That time with our material gives a lot of people some comfort. I think getting to a world of 100 per cent zero-carbon cement, especially with green energy, is an eventuality we will get to, but it is not going to be quick.” AB
Silos at Fortera’s Redding plant.
Double delight
A Kleemann plant train has proven capable of delivering two material specifications for Alabama and Florida.
AMOBIREX MR 110i EVO2 mobile impact crusher and two scalpers from Kleemann process quarried limestone for Mohawk Valley Mining, tasked with producing materials of various speci cations to meet local regulations in Alabama and Florida.
Alabama and Florida have different speci cations regarding the grain size and composition of the processed material used for road construction.
The location of the Mohawk Valley Mining quarry in the boundary region of the two states means the company has the task of ful lling all the speci c requirements from each state.
The two scalpers – a MOBISCREEN MSS 802i EVO and a MOBISCREEN MS 15 Z – produce the material that meets Florida’s speci cations.
The oversize grain screened out here is then run through the MOBIREX MR 110i EVO2 impact crusher to produce a nal product compliant with Alabama speci cations.
“This is a very unusual situation, which made it all the more important for us that we found Kleemann and the experts who could work with us on solving our problem,” Mohawk Valley Mining chief executive of cer Joey Rutkowski said.
“[This] made it all the more important for us that we found Kleemann and the experts who could work with us on solving our problem.”
By combining a MOBIREX MR 110i EVO2 mobile impact crusher with two scalpers, a new MOBISCREEN MSS 802i EVO, and its predecessor, an MS 15 Z purchased as a used machine, Mohawk Valley Mining now has the reliable plant train it needs to process the challenging limestone material. Another important cost factor is the low-fuel consumption of the entire plant train. The company was also impressed by the short training and familiarisation period required for its employees, who had no previous experience working with such machines.
“The crushing plant’s SPECTIVE operating concept is really intuitive. This saves time and minimises mistakes,” Rutkowski said.
He said the simple handling concept re ected in the numerous well-thoughtout details, the good accessibility of all components, and the automatic mode of the MSS 802i EVO, which allows all belt conveyors to be folded in or out in the correct sequence at the push of a button. Rutkowski said the mobile solutions from Kleemann make Mohawk Valley Mining's work easier and meet all of the company’s speci c needs.
“Our collaboration with Kleemann gives us con dence that we will be successful here in the long term,” Rutkowski said. “We are de nitely on the right track.” AB
A MOBIREX MR 110i EVO2 mobile impact crusher and two scalpers from Kleemann.
Images: Kleemann
The two Kleemann scalpers produce the material for Florida.
Beefed up logistics
Liebherr has bolstered its logistics operations in the Americas region through a big investment in Tupelo, Mississippi.
Tupelo is set to play a fundamental role across many of Liebherr’s key applications as the compaby builds a cornerstone of its logistics network in the Mississippi town.
In 2024, Liebherr announced the groundbreaking of its new logistics facility based in Tupelo, Mississippi, US. The rst phase involves an investment of $176 million. It is expected to create 180 new jobs for Liebherr in the US when it becomes operational.
The facility is designed to expand Liebherr’s service capabilities across the Americas and reinforce its position as a leader in the industry by enabling faster, more ef cient service to customers.
The new logistics centre in Tupelo will play a signi cant role in managing and distributing spare parts and products across six of the twelve North American product segments: earthmoving, tower cranes, concrete technology, mobile and crawler cranes, maritime cranes, and components.
It will also serve as a hub for a wide range of operations for Liebherr, including
warehousing, distribution, pre-assembly, kitting, repackaging, and customs and export services for the Americas region.
Liebherr Logistics USA logistics director Bastian Gauer was selected to lead the facility, with a focus on streamlining operations and strengthening the company’s supply chain infrastructure.
“Given the strong support from local government and community organisations to ensure the project’s smooth development and a positive business environment,” he said.
“Tupelo’s Hive Business Park provides an excellent location for Liebherr’s new logistics centre as it offers logistical advantages that help serve customers across the Americas more ef ciently.”
Since the inception of this longstanding initiative, Gauer has been actively engaged, offering valuable insights that bridge Liebherr’s global expertise with local requirements for this ongoing project.
The new continental warehouse in Tupelo is located in Hive Business Park and has space available for future expansion, if needed.
Mississippi continues to attract logistics investments due to its strategic geography, improving infrastructure, and incentives offered by state economic development programs. The state’s experience in supporting major distribution centres means that the construction process follows general industry standards, including local adaptations for climate, soil conditions, and storm resilience.
The investment on the new Liebherr logistics centre is signi cant due to its extensive impact on both Liebherr customers and the local Tupelo community. Mississippi governor Tate Reeves said Liebherr’s investment would have a “transformative” impact on the local economy.
“It’s about creating job opportunities for our people. That’s what a great company like Liebherr is going to do here in this community, and that’s something that really gets me excited about this project,” he said.
Throughout 2025, Liebherr’s designated contractor, Evans General Contractors, has been deploying a comprehensive range of machinery to begin construction of the new logistics facility.
This multi-phase process includes design, permitting, site preparation, building construction, and nal system installation, encompassing, but not limited to, earthwork, concrete work, building envelope, steel
A 3D rendering of Liebherr Logistics USA to enhance seamless engineering and optimised supply chain performance.
Images: Liebherr USA
installation (including joist and deck), electrical installation, plumbing, roo ng and many other trades.
Moving approximately 250,000 cubic yards of dirt, enough to roughly ll 20,000 standard dump trucks or ll 76 Olympic-sized pools, the Tupelo team currently has used a wide range of Liebherr products to begin site clearing, earthworks, mass grading, utility installation, laying concrete foundations, and heavy lifting.
Employing a eet of Liebherr machines ensures that the construction process is ef cient, safe, and meets the highest quality standards.
This strategic use of in-house equipment underscores Liebherr’s commitment to innovation across its operations, including in the US.
Liebherr USA is actively advancing local workforce development efforts in Tupelo.
According to Liebherr, this project will generate hundreds of construction and operational jobs, strengthen regional supply chain capabilities, and attract further industrial development.
Liebherr said this kind of strategic infrastructure sets the stage for sustained growth, increased tax revenues, and enhanced competitiveness for both the local community and the state.
“This in ux of employment will drive economic growth in the region, providing
stable incomes and fostering community development,” the company said.
“Working on such a transformative project is not only a testament to Liebherr USA’s commitment to operational excellence but also a signi cant contribution to the economic well-being of the local communities involved.” AB
1: The new facility will support streamlined e ciency within Liebherr’s operations.
2: The new facility will create local jobs across a variety of applications.
3: The new facility is a modern distribution centre designed for high-volume logistics and streamlined inventory management.
Vibrancy in Ohio
CDE hosted several aggregates professionals to get a sense of the key trends in the Ohio market.
Ohio is going through its most ambitious transportation era in decades.
In May 2025, voters approved $2.5 billion in bond funding via state issue two, earmarked for roads, bridges, and inland waterways. At the same time, the Ohio Department of Transportation (DOT) has con rmed a record $3.2 billion for 955 projects this year alone. These projects range from major interstate upgrades to rural bridge replacements and port improvements on Lake Erie and the Ohio River.
“In addition to public sector investment, we’re seeing a large increase in private sector investment. Even with home building down, we are seeing an increase in aggregate demand on the warehousing side of the equation and the in ux of data centres in Ohio,” says Ohio Aggregates & Industrials Minerals Association (OAIMA) executive director Pat Jacomet said.
These projects are direct investments in safety, mobility, and economic vitality. With so much industry relying on freight corridors and river shipping terminals, infrastructure is not just about mobility but also the country’s supply chain.
CDE recently caught up with Jacomet, CDE business development manager Ronan Duffy and Duff Sand & Gravel president Ross Duff and Rock Products editor Mark Kuhar to learn more about the current state of the Ohio aggregates market.
Aggregates demand high
The infrastructure boom in Ohio requires the building blocks of construction: aggregates. Spec-compliant sand, gravel, and crushed stone are required on a large scale, within tight timelines, across the region.
“Ohio is one of the top aggregateproducing states in the country. Every time the US Geological Survey publishes its rankings, Ohio is right up there. It’s a vibrant market,” Kuhar said. “There’s a lot of activity, a lot of equipment being bought, and we’re on the forefront of aggregates production in the US today.”
Kuhar said Ohio’s location provides a distinct advantage.
“We’re very fortunate here. We don’t have a water shortage. With Lake Erie to the north and the Ohio River to the south, water resources are very abundant,” he said,
“That’s helped make wash plants a common feature in Ohio. And now, as environmental responsibility becomes a bigger focus, recycling waste water is becoming more and more prevalent, just like in other parts of the country, but without the same drought-related limitations.”
Wet processing works for Ohio
CDE said wet processing can play a crucial role in natural sand and gravel operations. This is important in states like Ohio, where demand is high and virgin materials are readily available.
Washing plants enable businesses to maximise yield from natural deposits while consistently meeting stringent speci cation requirements, such as ASTM C33 concrete sand speci cations. Wet washing offers greater control than dry system alternatives. As demand in Ohio grows across DOT, municipal, and commercial construction, meeting the speci cations on every load is more important than ever. Not doing so is not an option and CDE said it can be costly for a business. Even small improvements in yield can have a signi cant impact, according to CDE. Recovering an additional ve to ten per cent of sellable material directly translates into increased revenue and also reduces double-handling and frees up space. CDE said that Ohio’s ample water supply means wet processing is a “smart and sustainable t”. Recirculated water reduces environmental impact while delivering a strong return on investment.
Ohio’s operators
That is exactly the path Duff Sand & Gravel followed when it overhauled its operations.
Based in Lewistown, Ohio, Duff Sand & Gravel has been a family-owned and operated business for more than 75 years, serving all of West-Central Ohio.
Duff was operating a traditional dry system that struggled to meet Ohio’s increasingly tight C33 concrete sand specs, especially when feed quality uctuated.
Duff wanted to produce more material per year, and ensure it consistently met speci cations. In 2023, the company installed a CDE modular wet-wash system.
“Since adopting CDE’s wet-wash system, we’ve increased from 400 to 500 tonnes per day to nearly 1000 tonnes per day in just two months,” Duff said.
The new wash plant included real-time monitoring technology that enabled Duff’s team to track and adjust performance, maintain speci cations across varying conditions, reduce downtime, and improve output.
“Having a wash plant has allowed us to maximise ef ciency and output,” Duff said. “The plant, combined with smart technology monitoring, has allowed us to see what the production rate is and make betterinformed decisions.”
These improvements helped Duff boost productivity while ensuring more of the material hitting the plant was turned into in-spec product.
Economic and community impact
The impact of washing technology goes beyond performance.
In Ohio, the broader aggregates industry is crucial to the state’s economy, helping build roads, bridges, houses, and highways across all 88 counties.
According to the OAIMA, the industry supports thousands of jobs statewide and plays a vital role in maintaining Ohio’s transportation network.
As part of this, washing systems, like the ones from CDE, play a key role in improving the reliability and consistency of the materials used in these projects.
“Washing technology is playing a more critical role in our producers’ output as speci ed agencies are asking for cleaner materials,” Jacomet said.
“Washing technologies not only ensure clean aggregates, but serve as a way to recover those nes and put those back into the stream of sellable materials.” AB
Du Quarry’s CDE plant can process sand and aggregate.
Washing material as it goes through a CDE wash plant.
Ohio-based Du Quarry’s CDE plant.
Images: CDE
Electrified performance
Cox Construction has invested in two Volvo ECR25 electric compact excavators to elevate its operations in Canada.
Acouple of hours west of Toronto, in a town affectionately nicknamed The Royal City, a family-owned and -operated company called Cox Construction is approaching its 80th year in business.
“In 1946, my father started our business,” Cox Construction president Regan Cox said.
“He started crushing rocks to begin with, and now we're in road building, asphalt production, paving and grading.”
The company’s headquarters are in Guelph, Ontario, but teams work in various pits and plants across the southeastern part of the province. From humble beginnings, where the only crusher had to be overhauled nearly every night to work again the next day, the company is now leading the way into the industry’s future with electric equipment.
“Being in the quarry business, one may not think that an electric excavator would be the tool you might nd given our background,” Cox said. “But we’ve been able to implement a small, two-and-a-half-tonne electric excavator to break up oversize on top of our crusher.”
Cox Construction now owns two Volvo ECR25 electric compact excavators, which sit atop large crushing setups to break down rocks too large to t into the crusher.
Despite some scepticism the rst time that the battery-electric machinery was suggested to them, Cox Construction is very happy with its purchases.
“The transition from the diesel machine that we had before to the electric has basically been seamless,” Cox Construction crusher foreman Brandon Crumbie said.
“I really like it because there’s less warm-up time. You just hit the key and away you go. It’ll do every job you could ever need.”
Crumbie said the ECR25 electric compact excavator has the required power while needing a fraction of the maintenance compared to previous diesel models.
“It doesn’t have a motor on it, so we're not having to change engine oil. We’re not having to change lters,” Crumbie said.
“The only thing you have to worry about is the hydraulic system. You don’t have to worry about getting fuel out to it.”
Nors Construction Equipment Canada sales manager Ben Waldron said an electric machine may cost more upfront but will offer a good return on investment over the long term.
“[Cox Construction are] saving money because [they] are not doing regular maintenance the way you would on a diesel piece of machinery,” Waldron said.
“[They are] not turning a machine on and letting it idle for several hours during a shift. They aren’t losing injectors. They’re not having mechanical failures on the machine because of the intense vibrations from the crushing plant.”
Waldron said many Canadian government contracts now require contractors to demonstrate a path towards sustainability, and electric equipment helps them achieve this objective.
“[Regan is] a guy who looks for innovation and cost savings in every aspect of his business,” Waldron said.
“The rst time you bring electric [machinery] up, it usually involves some laughter. But then, like Regan does, he went home and thought about it, and he called me about a week later and asked me a million questions.
The Cox Construction team is running the ECR25 electric compacts excavators on a 600-volt crusher at a contracted site, so charging it from the generator powering the full line up is a minimal draw.
“Currently, charging is dependent on how much duty the excavator is doing,” Cox said.
“Sometimes it’s only operating twice within a 14-hour shift, sometimes it’s ten times.
“But charging has not been a problem, we can go up to two weeks’ time on a charge.”
The Volvo electric compact excavators is equipped with a hydraulic hammer and additional safety features. Compared to the previous diesel models, operators have noted that the crusher's constant vibration affects it signi cantly less, as it has far fewer components. This swap has enabled Cox Construction to use its diesel models on other projects, further optimising how the company uses equipment across its eet.
Cox said his team has trusted Volvo equipment for decades and plans to continue working with the brand in the future.
“Our rst piece of Volvo equipment goes back to ’89, when we bought trucks — Volvo articulated dump trucks are the envy of the construction world,” he said.
“We own four of them. We also have eight Volvo excavators that do a great job for us.
“Ben and Nors’ support to make sure that the machine could do the job is what helped us make our decision. This relationship will de nitely continue to prosper to both our bene ts in the future.”
So as Volvo adds more and more electric models to its lineup, Cox Construction remains open to where the future could take it.
“With the evolution of battery life, we look forward to being able to use more electric vehicles in the future to meet our sustainability goals,” Cox said. “As a contractor, we look forward to dealing with Volvo in the future to see what they bring forward.”
Crumbie said operators who may still carry a bit of scepticism should have an open mind and put Volvo CE’s electric machinery to the test.
“Electric is the way of the future, and this is a great little machine,” he said. “I think it's going to work out great.” AB
An overview of the Volvo ECR25 Electric-inclusive Cox Construction quarry site.
PNG
JOSÉ ANTONIO CABRERA
Learning while leading
Cemex president for Europe, Middle East, Africa José Antonio Cabrera shares his insights on his leadership role, and the company’s future trading and sustainability goals.
Images: Cemex
José Antonio Cabrera became president of Cemex Europe, Middle East, Africa in April.
Never stop learning is a good axiom to live by, and it is also fundamental to José Antonio Cabrera’s approach to his rst year as Cemex Europe, Middle East, Africa (EMEA) president.
“I left Europe 10 years ago, initially for the Middle East, then to work in Latin America. So on returning I needed to meet a lot of people, internally and externally,” Cabrera told Aggregates Business. “I travelled a lot to learn about what was happening in our EMEA operations, speak with our customers across the region, and assess how different countries’ markets were doing.
“I also noted how much had changed around industry regulations, especially in Europe. There is so much linked to, for example, climate change, with onshore and offshore carbon capture, the CBAM [carbon border adjustment mechanism], and emerging principles such as CfDs [contracts for difference].”
A Spanish national in his early-50s, Cabrera hails from the Canary Islands and began his career at Cemex in 2000, working at a cement plant in his native Tenerife. He has since been appointed to various positions across Cemex in strategic planning, operations, and trade. Through these roles, he has supported Cemex’s operations and contributed to the company’s worldwide growth.
Before becoming the Madrid-based Cemex EMEA president, Cabrera spent six years as general director of Cemex Cluster Caribe (Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico).
In his new role as Cemex EMEA president, he is continuing the legacy of previous president Sergio Menéndez to achieve the company’s strategic priorities; fostering a safe and healthy work environment for all employees and contractors; placing customer service at the forefront to enhance satisfaction; and focusing on challenging
José Antonio Cabrera (centre) with the team at Cemex Egypt during a 2025 visit.
decarbonisation goals to reduce emissions across the value chain.
“Cemex EMEA is an important potential global growth driver for Cemex. We are a Mexican company that’s evolved into a global company, with a sizeable footprint in EMEA and the US. Those three markets are a key focus for Cemex,” Cabrera said.
“This year, we’ve seen the EMEA region as a good [trading] region, but it is one where there are a lot of uncertainties regarding regulations. We are beginning to grow organically and show the region’s potential. Whenever Germany, France and the UK, the engines of Europe, are growing, it’s good for the rest of the countries in EMEA.
“We expect growth in Europe over the next ve to seven years, and even bigger growth in sales of lower-carbon products.”
Cemex EMEA sales in the rst nine months of 2025 were up nine per cent yearon-year to $US3.79 billion (from $US3.34 billion in 2024), and rose 11 per cent to
$US1.37 billion in the third quarter of 2025 (from $US1.24 billion in 2024). Cemex’s EMEA and US regions achieved record thirdquarter margins.
Cabrera said demand conditions continue to notably improve in the Middle East and Africa, with volumes expanding at “double-digit” rates with housing, non-residential projects, and large infrastructure projects driving strong sales volumes.
“We believe there will soon be greater economic stability in the region, which is good for infrastructure development. Israel has demonstrated its commercial potential over the last decade, and the United Arab Emirates is booming,” he said.
“In Africa, Cemex operates in Egypt and is also serving customers in Western Africa, which is one of our largest trading areas.
Stockpiled material at the railhead at Cemex’s Dove Holes quarry in Buxton, England.
materials] and enhance the attributes of our [cement and concrete] products.
“We are also very proud of our conservation efforts and the partnerships that we have, which are delivering extensive priority habitats [restored areas at Cemex quarry sites, which have been transformed through a long-term partnership with the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds to create thriving ecosystems] and getting the company to be nature-positive [reversing and halting biodiversity loss by 2030].”
Cabrera said the company’s use of new technologies, including advances in commercial arti cial intelligence (AI), have so far been successful.
“These advancements have led to a net increase in jobs, but some of the types of jobs and skills we need are changing,” he said.
There is constant growth in that market, which will continue for the next decade or so.”
Cabrera said that new innovations in technology will help to support the company in increasing its product offering to customers.
“Technology and regulations are helping us do more in this area,” he said.
“We recently added some new types of cement to our portfolio to ensure that in every product segment our customers have a lower-carbon alternative for every single use. We are also entering the precast segment with lower-carbon products. In our aggregates business, we have the technical expertise to produce more custom-made products for customers.
“I think over the last ve or six years, we have created the right culture within the company to promote both incremental and disruptive innovation.
The global cement industry is estimated to be responsible for as much as eight per cent of global CO2 emissions. The challenge for cement producers, such as Cemex, which has a presence in more than 50 countries around the world, is to reduce these emissions while meeting growing demand for cement to support infrastructure needs, particularly in developing economies.
Cemex’s Future in Action strategy is a climate action plan to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 by focusing on key pillars of smart and pro table decarbonisation supported by innovation, advocacy programs and circular economy initiatives with strong business cases.
The strategy includes speci c 2030 goals such as reducing emissions by 47 per cent per tonne of cementitious material (relative to a 1990 baseline), lowering the carbon content of concrete and increasing clean energy consumption to 55 per cent.
Cemex is also one of the rst cement producers to have its 2030 and 2050 net-zero targets validated against the
“In Europe, Cemex is already operating its sites at the company’s 2030 net-zero target,” Cabrera said.
“We are using all available levers to reduce our CO2 emissions, including developing [in partnership with Linde] a large-scale carbon capture plant at our Rüdersdorf cement plant in Germany.”
”Cemex aims to achieve carbon neutrality at the plant by the early 2030s via the capture of 1.3 million tonnes of CO2 per year. The captured CO2 will be compressed, lique ed, and permanently stored in the North Sea.
”Unlike most of our peers, we also have our own admixtures business. We are developing patented admixtures to reduce the [carbon emissions] impact of our new SCMs [supplementary cementitious
“Our approach in this area is more global. For example, Cemex Go is used by our customers everywhere. We are running some small AI-based pilots, including ones focused on inventory management, at a few of our sites in Europe and the US. If they go well, we can scale them up.
“The pilots are partnerships with some tech companies that Cemex Ventures [the Corporate Venture Capital and open innovation unit of Cemex] has invested in.”
Cabrera said his experience as general director of Cemex Cluster Caribe and his many other previous roles within Cemex is helping guide new role. He “leverages a lot” of his knowledge, strengths and experience in building materials production and commercial operations to provide a rounded perspective when making key decisions as Cemex EMEA president.
Moving bags of Cemex Falcon Vertua cement in the UAE.
José Antonio Cabrera sitting in a shovel loader during a visit to Dove Holes Quarry.
“Living in the Caribbean, in the Dominican Republic, was very nice. I was responsible not only for the Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico, but also for Haiti,” he said
“There were many differences between those markets. There were many political factors to consider, such as Puerto Rico’s relationship with the United States. We positioned our Dominican Republic operation as one of Cemex’s top ve global earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation generators. After the US, Mexico and the UK, it was fourth. That was amazing. We also worked hard to change the culture around health and safety positively.
“I started in cement operations and worked in operations for many years, including as a production manager and a project director. After I obtained an MBA, and during the global nancial crisis of 2008, I was running Cemex’s largest Spanish cement plant. It was not easy, given what had happened. It was a very intense period, including coping with stopping one line or another for a month at a time, given the changing market. I then went into the commercial side of the business, managing our aggregates and readymix business in different markets.
“I think my experiences give me a lot of empathy with my colleagues. I also work hard to ll any knowledge gaps, like when I, in effect, ‘got a Master’s’ in European building material regulations in two months
after becoming Cemex EMEA president. It’s in every single conversation and business case.”
With so much industry experience in key leadership roles across Cemex’s global operations, Cabrera has a very de ned leadership style.
“I tend to be more collaborative and like being close to our people. I am not bureaucratic at all. I do not like that part of my work,” he said.
“If I see something that I do not think is adding value, I say, ‘Let’s try to get rid of that.’ Sometimes, like in our European business, leadership has to be transformative.
“I can be pragmatic but also like to challenge paradigms. I think instinct is very
important, especially when dealing with emerging threats. It is not something that AI can replace in leadership. Overall, I hope to ensure that everyone is feeling motivated and is enjoying the journey.”
Madrid is an ideal base for Cabrera. His wife is from the city, and the couple and their three children enjoy everything one of Europe’s biggest and most culturally signi cant cities has to offer. During his time off from his key leadership role at Cemex EMEA, Cabrera enjoys playing basketball and following the fortunes of his beloved football team, Barcelona.
“I am in love with this sector. It is so much more than people outside it can see,” he said.
“To be a quarry manager and extend the life of a quarry, the processes of production, the chance to restore a site so beautifully to nature, and the huge positive impact that we can have on the lives of people in local communities. The materials we produce are everywhere: in housing, in industries, in mobility, in the new economies, including arti cial intelligence.
“Our sector is also part of the climate change solution with our work on research and development into decarbonisation.
“I feel very proud of what our team has done in my rst few months as president, and I want to position Cemex EMEA as one of the key drivers for growth for Cemex. We can be a major part of the ongoing Cemex story.” AB
SHTANG recycling plant in Israel. Cemex owns a majority stake in SHTANG Recycle.
The McLanahan site near Dungannon is used to assemble the company’s crushing, screening, and wet processing equipment.
Growing globally
McLanahan is seeking to increase its market share in the global quarrying and mining equipment sector, with its Northern Ireland facilities driving growth.
AMcLanahan scalping screen, a McLanahan attrition cell, and a McLanahan hydrosizer ordered by an Argentinian frac sand customer, and a McLanahan UltraSAND plant destined for a Dominican Republic construction sand customer, are being assembled in front of a long stretch of large modern warehousing at McLanahan’s Aggregates Systems Equipment site in Northern Ireland when Aggregates Business visits in late September.
“The hydrosizer you can see is the rst that our team here have assembled. It’s quite an achievement for the guys, as there’s a lot of big parts to it,” McLanahan Aggregates UK sales lead Darren Morgan said.
“We are at the stage where we’re doing [pre-delivery inspections] on the [UltraSAND plant]. After that, it will be broken down and prepared for dispatch. If anything is agged as missed during pre-dispatch inspections, it will be added. Then we will do our packing lists, and everything will be sent to the customer.”
The McLanahan site covers more than 1951m² and is used to assemble the company’s crushing, screening and wet processing equipment. Units from the site are dispatched to customers worldwide.
“The site has come a long way. We started with a 30-foot cabin,” Morgan said. “When I started with the company, the plan
for here was only to assemble and dispatch pumps and screens. But when we got the space, we quickly realised we could do a lot more with it, and it became a full modular plant assembly and dispatch facility. In my three years here, we’ve fully assembled and dispatched around 20 UltraSAND plants, half of which went to customers in America.
“We‘ve also assembled and dispatched around 30 screens, with many going to UK customers. We also have one just about to go to a customer in Norway.”
McLanahan’s increased product assembly capacity in Northern Ireland has created new job opportunities to support this everexpanding area of the company’s business.
With increasing global customer demand for McLanahan’s equipment portfolio, the expansion of the company’s facilities has been crucial to enabling the company to offer quality enhancements, environmental bene ts, shorter lead times, and increased productivity, further enhancing customer satisfaction.
“Over the last few years, McLanahan has been deep in the development of its modular washing, crushing and screening equipment line with the launch of the Ultra range,” McLanahan business line director David Hunter said.
“We can now offer both standalone modular units or complete modular plants
that allow you to wash, scrub and classify your material. We can also offer a full range of tailings solutions, including water treatment and lter presses, as well as the ability to crush your oversize material to maximise production.”
Morgan said that the facility largely takes a ‘just-in-time’ approach to inventory management, receiving parts and products only as needed for assembly, minimising the amount of stock held.
“For some of our sub-assemblies, like on the pumps, we like to have a bit of extra stock on the shelves. We’re also working on some vibrating screens at the moment, so we’re looking to get a few of their parts in stock in case of any breakdowns,” he said.
“The interesting thing about [McLanahan warehouse] bays four, ve and six is that the landlord has extended the height of the bays so that we can assemble more of our plants under cover. It’s given us an extra 3m of height compared to the other three bays. I plan to get all six of our bays here operational, then it’s up to our salespeople to sell the plants and keep us busy.”
Morgan said McLanahan’s ongoing investment in the Northern Ireland site helps the company attract and retain employees in a highly competitive market for quarrying plant jobs.
“We have a good team here who are happy in their work and take pride in the facility, keeping it nice and clean,” he said.
“We get compliments on how neat and clean the place is whenever McLanahan people from the US or other parts of the world visit us.” AB
Image: McLanahan
A Swedish operation has been impressed by the performance of the Kleemann machines.
Electric convictions
Crushing and screening innovations are advancing rapidly through the adoption of electric plants and new product releases
In Stockholm, an electric feeling is taking hold within the operations of Kentas Last & Schakt AB. The Swedish operation has taken a key step towards a sustainable future with an all-electric plant from Kleemann.
The investment of the jaw crusher MOBICAT MC 120 PRO, the cone crusher MOBICONE MCO 110 PRO and the screening plant MOBISCREEN MSC 953 EVO gives Kentas Last & Schakt AB the unique distinction of being among the rst to turn to an all-electric set-up for its crushing and screening operations.
“Our decision to go fully electric was motivated by energy-saving considerations and the desire to reduce emissions,” Kentas Last & Schakt AB co-owner Freddie Erickson said.
“The operating costs for an electric power supply are about half those for diesel.”
With the crushing set-up running electrically, it has ticked several boxes for the company in terms of ef ciency and sustainability, aligning with Kentas Last & Schakt AB’s environmental goals.
Production has been boosted through the small wins that the electric Kleemann plant provides: no daily refuelling, no warm-up time, and reduced time spent on unscheduled maintenance. It has also received the approval of the working crew due to its faster start-ups, quieter operation, easier handling, and the absence of exhaust gases.
Erickson estimated that the operating costs are around 50 per cent lower than those of operating with a conventional diesel-run set-up. It has also, in some ways, future-proofed the operation.
“The employees greatly appreciate the clean and uncomplicated operation,” he said.
“Nowadays, some customers explicitly demand the use of electric machines.”
The Kleemann plant communicates through ll level sensors that automatically regulate the plant’s output. When in operation, this can see the upstream machine reduce the feed when the downstream machine reports a high ll level. An emergency stop feature enables all machines to stop simultaneously when the emergency feature is triggered anywhere on the train. This level of automation enhances on-site safety, but also allows for high levels of production to be easily maintained throughout the day.
The Kleemann SPECTIVE CONNECT platform is used across the operation. This means managers and operators can easily view machine data and settings and adjust them as required, all while maintaining a safe distance from the crushing operation.
It was no small investment from the Swedish operators. The company estimated that the overall investment is around a high six- gure sum in infrastructure costs, including a transformer station and underground cables.
However, the bene ts of the investment are outweighing the risks for Kentas Last & Schakt AB, and it has emboldened it to take further steps towards electrifying its operations.
“We are actively working to convert as many machines as possible to electric power,” Erickson said.
“This is clearly the way forward, and we are determined to implement this change across our entire eet.”
Crushing milestones
Metso has celebrated the 50th anniversary of its Nordberg C Series jaw crushers.
The series was introduced in 1975 and developed by a team of engineers in Tampere, Finland. In the intervening years, Metso has delivered more than 13,000 Nordberg C Series jaw crushers globally, mostly for primary crushing applications in the quarrying and mining sectors.
“The success of the Nordberg C Series is based on decades of listening to our customers, re ning the design, and staying ahead of industry demands,” Metso global product manager Tuomas Takalo said.
“It’s a product that has proven itself over generations. A trusted choice worldwide, our machines continue to deliver tonnes safely and reliably, day in and day out. We are proud of the development work we have carried out at Metso together with our customers.”
The rst Nordberg C Series jaw crushers featured a non-welded, bolted frame construction and an aggressive motion which ensured a high level of material ow. Metso has continually developed the series in line
Image: Kleemann
with industry demands. Key advancements have included automation and digital connectivity, which enabled more ef cient crusher control and condition monitoring.
“Just as in the original design, our product development today is guided by a deep understanding of customer needs, data-driven insights, and thorough testing at Metso’s research and testing facilities,” Takalo said.
Unleashing a bison EvoQuip, a Terex brand, has introduced the Bison 220 and 220R to the quarrying and aggregates market. EvoQuip has described the newest additions to its crushing range as “high-performance jaw crushing plants” which excel in quarrying, demolition and recycling applications.
“The Bison 220 and 220R combine compact design with high performance, giving operators the exibility they need without compromising on productivity or fuel ef ciency,” EvoQuip product manager Andrew Armstrong said.
The jaw crushers have been engineered with an 820x550mm jaw inlet and are capable of 240MPa in compressive strength. With an advanced hydrostatic drive system, the Bison 220 and 220R deliver
a high level of fuel ef ciency without compromising performance.
The Bison 220R features a unique addition if the optional recycling conveyor is installed. The ‘R’ section, as EvoQuip terms it, can enable the recirculation of oversized material into the crusher to meet the required speci cation or to be stockpiled if required.
The Bison 220R is designed so the entire afterscreen system, including the oversize conveyor, can be detached and ready for transport. The product conveyor can also be raised or lowered depending on the material handling requirements of the operation.
“With quick set-up times, simple and intuitive operation, easy maintenance, and transport-friendly design, the Bison 220 and 220R offer a user-friendly yet powerful solution for crushing applications worldwide,” Armstrong said.
The release of EvoQuip’s latest crushing machines comes on the heels of the brand celebrating its 10th anniversary. The company celebrated the anniversary in Dubai, re ecting on a rapid journey since 2016 that has involved expansion, product innovation, and the growth of a global distribution network.
Finlay has added two new inclined screens to its range.
“This milestone marks both a celebration of our achievements and a launchpad for the next decade,” EvoQuip business line director Barry O’Hare said.
“From our beginnings in 2016 to becoming a globally recognised brand, EvoQuip’s journey is a testament to vision, teamwork, dedication of our global distribution network and the trust our customers place in us.
“With celebrations continuing into 2026, we look forward to another decade of delivering compact solutions that drive success worldwide.”
Screening sensation
Finlay has launched the Finlay 693 and Finlay 694 as part of its screening portfolio for the quarrying and aggregates sector. The two new inclined screens are a return to Finlay’s original naming convention and replace the 693+ and 694+.
Both models feature high-energy screen boxes designed to process materials across various applications, including quarrying, mining, sand and gravel, and more.
“By revisiting the original 693 and 694 naming and re ning the design, Finlay delivers machines that are easier to transport, more cost-effective to purchase, and aligned with current, real-world operational needs,” Finlay business line director Matt Dickson said.
The 693 is equipped with a two-deck screen box featuring a 6.1x1.53m top deck and a 5.55x1.53m bottom deck for ef cient screening even at small aggregate sizes.
The 694 builds on this with a tripledeck con guration, offering two full-size 6.1x1.53m top and middle decks and a 5.55x1.53m bottom deck, expanding its screening area to 27m². In addition, the 694 offers an optional integrated high-volume rinser screen box, signi cantly increasing its versatility for wet applications.
“This launch is part of Finlay’s ongoing commitment to product improvement and responsiveness to feedback from our distributors and customers,” Dickson said. AB
Metso recently marked a major anniversary.
Image: Metso
Image:
The Cat ‘XE’ factor
Finning delivered an exclusive showcase of the Caterpillar’s 966 XE and 972 XE wheeled loaders at the manufacturer’s Desford facility in Leicestershire, England.
Finning UK & Ireland product manager
Andrew Bradbury and Finning UK & Ireland senior machine demonstrator
John Blackett have a lot to say and demonstrate about the Cat 966 XE and Cat 972 XE wheeled loaders.
“These machines are our agship machines in the Caterpillar medium wheeled loader world,” Bradbury said.
“Cat medium wheeled loaders start with the 950 and include the 962, 966, 972, 980 and 982. The Cat 966 XE and Cat 972 XE have been around for some time, but they’re only starting to come to the forefront of people’s minds in the UK now because of fuel going up in price, coupled with the need to lower the total cost of ownership and be greener.”
According to Bradbury, Cat 966 XE and Cat 972 XE wheeled loaders deliver excellent fuel ef ciency, premium performance, and user-friendly standard technologies that enhance operator ef ciency while maintaining low maintenance costs.
Both machines are equipped with Cat C9.3B 239 kilowatt (kW) engines, designed to meet emission standards and deliver strong performance.
Bradbury said the Caterpillar continuously variable transmission (CVT) on the Cat 966 XE and Cat 972 XE delivers advanced rimpull control and improved speed and range selection. Both units achieve lower fuel consumption compared to the 23-tonne Cat 966 and 24.9-tonne Cat 972, respectively.
Wheeled loaders typically have an operating life of 16,000 hours, with an average annual work rate of 2000 hours, resulting in an estimated lifespan of eight years.
Bradbury said the comprehensive integration of the transmission, engine, hydraulic and cooling systems results in signi cantly improved performance and fuel ef ciency.
“It’s not another manufacturer’s transmission designed for another manufacturer’s machine. It’s a Cat CVT
designed for Cat machines,” he said. “As a result, we are seeing up to 35 per cent more ef ciency with the XE versions of the Cat 966 and Cat 972, achieving up to 25 per cent in fuel savings and up to 35 per cent when considering the material moved.
“If a customer is using them for 2000 hours a year, and with the current [high] cost of fuel, you will start seeing a return on investment in just two to two-anda-half years.”
The Cat 966 XE and Cat 972 XE also come with auto-idle shutdown. Bradbury said the Cat 966 XE and Cat 972 XE save customers time and money with long service intervals, in-cab maintenance reminders, a tyre pressure monitoring system, and expanded remote services capability.
“We have tech days here in Desford and speak to some customers that have machines
The Cat 972 XE in action at Caterpillar’s Desford facility.
running at 45 per cent [idle rate], wasting three to four litres of fuel per hour,” he said.
“Some operators say they prefer to leave the engine running during a 15-minute break, so that the cab remains warm when they return. But with the residual heat in these machines, you don’t need to do that. It’s the same with the air conditioning.”
Blackett showed the invited attendees how its spacious cab layout features a oor-to-ceiling windshield, a left footrest for added stability, and a four-point seat belt kit with retractors, all of which help people work more safely.
Walking to the back of the wheeled loader, Bradbury explained how the model’s optional collision warning system with motion inhibit and people detection helps to improve worker safety on the ground. These features utilise radar and vision sensors to detect hazard potentials, alert operators and inhibit motion in the instant a machine transitions from an inactive to an active state. Audible and visual alerts can deliver the power to see, mitigate and manage hazards that may otherwise go undetected to operators.
Bradbury said the people detection feature uses a smart camera and radar to alert the operator when a person is detected behind the machine. When the machine is stationary for at least 15 seconds and the rear detection system detects an object in the alarm zone, motion inhibit will prevent the machine from engaging reverse gear, helping to keep those around the machine safe.
Furthermore, Caterpillar’s command remote control enables Cat 966 XE and Cat 972 XE operators to work safely outside the machine when working in hazardous environments. It offers the choice of handheld consoles (line-of-sight) or longdistance virtual stations (non-line-of-sight). Deep integration with machine systems
enables ef ciency and productivity by leveraging in-cab technology features (such as payload and assist). The Cat 966 XE and Cat 972 XE’s automatic front differential lock supports the operator by automatically engaging the differential lock to enhance overall traction.
Inside the cabin of the Cat 972 XE demonstration machine, Blackett showed attendees how the job aids feature helps operators improve and optimise their operating skills. He showcased how autodig allows the machine to take over the digging process, resulting in consistently full bucket loads, increased digging ef ciency, and faster cycle times. He also demonstrates how the kickout feature on Cat medium wheeled loaders, such as the Cat 966 XE and Cat 972 XE, is another programmable setting that allows operators to save and recall speci c implement positions for attachments, like buckets. This helps to reduce operator fatigue and improves ef ciency by automating repetitive movements.
Blackett said the rimpull control comes as standard on Cat large as well as medium wheeled loaders, such as the Cat 972 XE and Cat 966 XE.
“You can alter the rimpull from 100 per cent down to 50 per cent. If you’ve got slippery conditions, I would reduce the rimpull to about 90 per cent to give you a bit more cushioning between gear changes,” he said.
“If you’ve got a loaded bucket and are travelling downhill, there’s a retarder function. The transmission will make a different noise when you press the pedal. Instead of your pedal press activating the braking system and heating the axles, it retards the transmission by reversing the oil ow. You can control the machine to move forward and backwards at a nice, steady pace.
“It brings the process of getting the material into the bucket and into the hopper to a soft stop. This reduces bucket and GET [ground engaging tools] wear,” Blackett said.
Blackett demonstrated how the operator’s left footrest allows for added operator comfort, safety and wheeled loader stability when working in uneven or bumpy terrain. He also showed how the advanced payload feature with e-ticket enables an operator to generate a weighing ticket and easily send it over the air to any email address.
With a few touches of one of the Cat 972 XE’s in-cab control screens, Blackett explains how application pro le settings allow each operator to set customised forward–reverse default speed ranges and rimpull limits that are easily visible on the front dash.
“With a normal powershift machine, you would downshift to rst gear every time you load the bucket. With this machine [and the Cat 966 XE], you don’t have to. You can stay in third gear, or third speed, as it’s a virtual gear. You have the same rimpull as you would have in the rst gear.”
Bradbury said the Cat 972 XE and Cat 966 XE were growing in demand with customers due to their all-round package.
“We have so much of a backlog now in the UK of people wanting to try these machines. I’ve added another Cat 972 XE to the [Finning UK] eet,” he said.
“One quarrying customer in Scotland had it, and I received a phone call from our sales manager up there who wants to get one for three other quarrying customers to try. For next year, we’re doing our order forecast with Caterpillar, and we think we’re going to go from a 50:50 eet split between the Cat 966 and Cat 972 and their XE versions, to a 60:40 split in favour of the XEs.” AB
Andrew Bradbury highlights key features of the Cat 966 XE.
John Blackett in the operator cabin of the Cat 972 XE wheeled loader.
Loading machine vibrancy
The market for quarry loading machines has been lively in recent months. Aggregates Business reports on the launch of a new premium wheeled loader range for Asian customers and two on-site success stories.
Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has launched its new generation wheeled loaders in Asia, which the manufacturer has said can deliver faster cycle times, exceptional operator comfort and intelligent solutions.
The range, comprising the L150, L180, L200 high lift, L220, and L260, has been available since earlier this year.
The launch of the wheeled loaders marks the next phase of Volvo CE’s new generation rollout in the Asian region, following the successful introductions of its new generation excavators earlier this year and the new generation articulated hauler range. Together, these launches represent Volvo CE’s most ambitious product and service renewal to date, offering customers a cohesive update of equipment engineered for tomorrow’s job sites.
To meet diverse regional needs, wheeled loaders will be introduced in T2 engine versions for Asian countries other than Japan, which will receive the T4f-compliant engine. For South Korea, a Stage V-compliant engine will be provided to meet local emission regulations.
According to Volvo CE, the machines are ideally suited to demanding applications such as material handling, quarrying, waste and recycling, and earthmoving. The new models feature load-sensing hydraulics that enable faster cycle times and greater responsiveness. Intelligent systems such as Auto Bucket Fill (optional), automatic bucket levelling, and Smart Control deliver consistent performance while reducing fuel consumption. The engines are also compatible with hydro-treated vegetable oils (HVO), supporting sustainability goals.
Performance is further enhanced with technologies such as optishift and “reverse by braking” (RBB), which are designed to cut cycle times and extend component life. Hydraulic upgrades include increased lift height and pump capacity (L150 and L180), while new driveline updates, such as automatic traction control (L220 and L260) and direct lock-up shifting (L150 and L180), improve traction, acceleration, and operator control.
Volvo CE has said the redesigned cab sets “new benchmarks for comfort and usability”, featuring a new integrated co-pilot and operator interface that enhances the operator experience. Other options, including premium heated and cooled seats, comfort drive control (CDC) and joystick steering, help to reduce fatigue during long shifts.
“Our new generation wheeled loaders represent a signi cant step forward in performance, ef ciency and operator wellbeing,” Volvo CE head of productivity and retail development for Asia Ramarajan Rangarajan said.
“We have designed these machines not only to meet the evolving needs of customers in Asia but also to support them in achieving greater pro tability, safety and sustainability in their operations.”
Magni cent Liebherr seven
A UK quarry and recycling company has taken its eet of Liebherr equipment to seven with a major investment in new excavators and wheeled loaders. The four-machine package for Welton Aggregates comprised R 945 and R 938 excavators and a pair of XPower wheeled loaders to work at its Welton le Marsh and Hibaldstow quarries in Lincolnshire, England. Both sites quarry virgin aggregates and produce a range of recycled products and soils.
The Volvo L150 New Generation wheeled loader.
The new Liebherr L 576 XPower wheeled loader at work for Welton Aggregates.
Image:
The wheeled loaders – L 566 and L 576 XPower models – and the 40-tonne R 938 are based at the Welton site, where the excavator spends its shifts either on chalk extraction or on duties in the recycling yard. Forty miles away at the Hibaldstow hard blue limestone quarry, the R 945 has become new frontline excavator and the company’s biggest digger at more than 45 tonnes.
The R 938 is one of 10 machines that comprise Liebherr’s Generation 8 tracked range, which begins with the recently introduced R 915 Compact and extends to the R 945 agship model. With an operating weight between 37–40 tonnes, the 938 is powered by a 299 horsepower (HP) 8L Liebherr diesel engine.
Operator George Riggall said the manufacturer got it spot-on with the combination of power and fuel economy.
“It has no issues with working in some of the heavier material we have on site. Whether it’s clay or rubble, it copes easily with anything we put it to,” he said. “I’m really happy with the way this Liebherr has been performing for us.”
Elsewhere on the site, the L 566 XPower loader is employed for duties such as maintaining the stockpile, feeding the wash plant, and removing piles of screened soil adjacent to the crushing operation. Carrying a 4.1m³ general-purpose bucket, the loader has the same D944 engine as the R 938 excavator but produces slightly lower 249HP. Mated to Liebherr’s hydrostatic transmission, it provides class-leading pushing power to ensure a full bucket on each pass.
Meanwhile, the larger L 576 XPower has taken up frontline duties for truck loading on the virgin aggregates section of the site. With a larger 5.2m³ bucket, it will load each of the company’s eight-wheelers in just two passes.
Over at Hibaldstow, the Liebherr R 945 utilises an identical eight-litre, 299HP powerplant to that in the R 938, but with
Welton Aggregates’ new Liebherr L 566 XPower loader is being used for duties such as maintaining the stockpile and feeding the wash plant.
slight increases in torque and breakout forces. Fitted with a standard 6.45m mono boom and a 2.9m stick, it excavates limestone layers.
Once the surface soils have been removed, shallow layers of material, with a yellow limestone layer at the uppermost, are revealed. While those are relatively easy to remove, the underlying material is a little more stubborn. It requires a hydraulic hammer to break out layers of hard blue limestone into suitably sized pieces, which are fed into the crusher. Once each area is broken up, a heavy-duty rock bucket is attached to load the 25-tonne capacity dump truck, which ferries the material to the stockpiling area.
Under control
Develon and Leica Geosystems, part of Hexagon, have announced that the Leica MC1 3D machine control solution is now available as an after-market kit for all Develon 9 Series crawler excavators.
Develon said the Leica
solution is available as an after-market kit for all Develon 9 Series crawler excavators.
This advanced system is speci cally designed to integrate with Develon’s existing 2D sensors and calibration systems, helping to ensure a smooth and ef cient upgrade to 3D technology for customers across the entire 9 Series line-up.
“This partnership seamlessly integrates the advanced capabilities of Develon’s 2D systems with Leica Geosystems’ 3D technology,” Leica Geosystems machine control division president Neil Williams said.
“With an ef cient installation and calibration process, this collaboration empowers customers to work smarter and achieve results faster.”
The Series 9 excavators feature an advanced, open control architecture that allows effortless real-time communication between the excavator’s built-in sensors and Leica Geosystems’ 3D machine control systems.
Through this control-level integration, operators can access Leica Geosystems’ precise 3D automation while continuing to bene t from Develon’s leading 2D technologies, including virtual wall for de ning safe operation boundaries, weighing system for real-time load measurement and advanced lift assist for enhanced lifting stability.
Customers can install the Leica MC1 3D after-market kit, and with the Series 9 controller managing communication between internal and external systems, 3D enhancements are faster, simpler and more cost-effective than ever.
“By expanding the availability of the Leica MC1 3D machine control solution to all 9 Series crawler excavators, Develon is reinforcing its commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction,” Develon product manager in Europe Stephane Dieu said. AB
MC1 3D machine control
Image:
Develon
Loaded and secure
Articulated dump trucks are the workhorses of many quarrying and aggregates operations, and their importance is growing through new innovations.
As third-generation aggregate businesses, Boden Sand & Gravel and its sister company Road to Rail Construction Group have come to rely on three factors in their operations: simplicity, reliability and trust.
These factors in uence everything from their daily operations to purchasing decisions for both companies.
It is also why their Edberg pit in Camrose County, Alberta, Canada, features three Rokbak RA40 articulated dump trucks (ADTs), which diligently move thousands of tonnes of material, including overburden, gravel, and sand, each week.
“In this business, uptime is everything. You need equipment that just works, plain and simple,” Boden S&G owner Brandon Boden said.
“The Rokbak haulers are no-nonsense trucks. They’re robust, they’re easy on fuel, and they don’t give us headaches. We run them hard and they just keep going. That reliability is exactly what we need to keep our promises to our customers.”
The site initially started with one RA40, which Road to Rail Construction Group
purchased in August 2023. The performance of the RA40 quickly led to another one being added to Road to Rail’s operations, as well as one for Boden S&G.
Boden S&G has played a pivotal role in the central Alberta aggregate sector since the 1950s, currently producing around 500,000 tonnes of material annually. Boden, who is a third-generation owner of the family business, has seen rsthand how much care Rokbak takes when designing and manufacturing its RA40s at its factory in Motherwell, Scotland.
“When you walk the factory oor in Scotland, you see the pride the team takes in building these trucks,” he said.
“It’s a clean, professional and peoplefocused environment. It reminded me a lot of our own company values. Seeing that commitment to quality, and meeting the people behind the machine, con rmed we made the right choice.”
Boden S&G and Road to Rail have a long-standing partnership with Headwater Equipment. The well-regarded dealer has ve full-service locations across Alberta, British Columbia and Saskatchewan, which supply
everything from new and used equipment to parts, service and rentals.
Headwater Equipment salesperson Scott Letkeman said the dealer’s partnership with Boden S&G and Road to Rail demonstrated its approach to business.
“We don’t sell a customer a machine and walk away; we sell them a solution and stick with them,” he said.
“Brandon and his team knew us and trusted us. When we recommended the Rokbak, they knew it was because we believed it was the right t for their operation. It’s a tough, reliable truck that we could stand behind.”
Each of the RA40s for Boden S&G and Road to Rail has accumulated more than 3000 operational hours since its purchase. The Canadian operation has been impressed by the haulers’ traction and rimpull as the operator works from a comfortable cabin.
“It’s a straightforward and comfortable truck to operate all day,” Boden S&G operator Ryan Skjonsberg said.
“Everything is where you expect it to be. The visibility is great, and it feels stable and secure, even with a full 42-tonne load. You can just get in, turn the key, and have con dence it’s going to get the job done.”
Boden Sand & Gravel and its sister company Road to Rail Construction Group are being supported by Rokbak.
Image: Rokbak
The operational performance of the RA40s is packed by comprehensive aftersales support from Headwater Equipment’s Edmonton branch.
“The beauty of the Rokbak design is its serviceability. Our technicians can access service points easily, which means routine maintenance is faster and troubleshooting is simpler,” Headwater Equipment service manager Henk Coetzer said.
“This keeps downtime to an absolute minimum. We work with the Boden crew to schedule service proactively, so these trucks stay where they belong – out in the pit, earning their keep.”
Cat goes automatic
Caterpillar has unveiled a suite of built-in automatic features will be included in its next-generation Cat articulated trucks.
The manufacturer has upgraded the interior features, placing more control at the operator’s ngertips with a sleek touchscreen and responsive keypad, which opens up new levels of performance, safety and ef ciency.
The new, smarter articulated truck design with built-in automatic features will be included in the next-generation Cat 725, 730, 730 EJ and 735 models. These features are headlined by the auto wait brake function, the dynamic rollover protection feature and the new push-to-start with operator ID.
“Caterpillar’s latest machine design makes operating our next-gen articulated trucks feel more comfortable, responsive, and userfriendly than ever,” Caterpillar global product application specialist Sherrie Williams said.
“With the introduction of the Cat C13B engine on the 725, the improved powerto-weight ratio means it is up to 14 per cent more ef cient on our Tier 4 Final [and equivalent] machines.”
The new push-to-start feature protects against unauthorised use, with the system able to store up to 50 operator IDs. The dynamic rollover protection monitors high lateral acceleration to help prevent high-
speed cornering and can visually and audibly warn operators about potential rollover risks, which increases safe operation. In addition, Caterpillar’s stability assist software reports information via VisionLink to increase awareness of when an event has occurred.
The auto wait brake provides the operator with more control during operation. It automatically applies service brakes when
The new features support on-site safety and operator performance.
The automatic features will be included in the nextgeneration Cat 725, 730, 730 EJ, and 735 models.
the shift lever is in any position other than park and ground speed reaches 0 kilometres per hour. Operators can apply the throttle to re-engage the transmission and release the service brakes. According to Caterpillar, the new feature saves fuel when shifting to neutral.
Beyond the new features, Caterpillar has redesigned the dump body on the Cat 725, 730 and 735 models in favour of a con guration that prioritises easy loading and increased payload. The new design features a rerouted exhaust heat system that helps minimise material carryback.
Operators can also bene t from the on-board payload technology, which shows the load weights in real-time on the integrated display with alerts given when the operator approaches the rated payload and when the payload is reached.
The 725, 730 and 735 models feature a new dump body height limit that allows the bed raise height to be set to meet on-site conditions. Operators will be able to set the raise height via a button on the integrated keypad or through the display service mode. The feature is designed to ensure the dump body does not come into contact with overhead objects, making the job site safer.
Caterpillar has con rmed production of the next generation Cat articulated trucks, starting with the 730 model, is scheduled for January 2026. AB
Images: Caterpillar
Powered up
Portable power solutions are helping quarry and construction operators maintain production levels on key projects around the globe.
Julio Tello knows the importance of quality lighting and portable power solutions for quarries and mines.
The equipment manager told Aggregates Business that he is delighted with the performance of six Atlas Copco HiLight V5+ lighting towers acquired by his company, Peru-based JRC. Tello said the units support operations at JRC’s Iscaycruz mine, where altitude conditions are extreme.
“It’s very tough to survive in this area, both for personnel and equipment. For a time, we worked with light towers from another manufacturer, but the experience wasn’t very successful. The three-cylinder engines would shut down after two hours of work, and the lamps would break easily,” he said.
“The acquisition of Atlas Copco HiLight V5+ lighting towers with two-cylinder engines has completely changed the situation. It’s a radical solution.”
Atlas Copco’s comprehensive range of portable power solutions for industries, including quarrying and mining, comprises QAS+, QAC Twinpower and QES range diesel generators; the modular hybrid EPH range hybrid generators; ZBC and ZBP energy storage systems; BI+4 hybrid light towers, B7+, H7+ LED light towers, MS4 solar light towers, and MI+6 light towers.
“One thing that makes Atlas Copco unique is that we have developed the concept of portable plug-and-play microgrids, which we call our power ecosystem,” Atlas Copco Portable Power vice president of sales and marketing Sergio Salvador said.
“Our energy storage systems can be scaled up, and our power management microgrids enable customers to run multiple power generators, either all supplied by Atlas Copco or a mix of manufacturers.
“This creates extremely resilient quarries and other sites, with power generated where it is consumed. By going hybrid in their energy usage, including solar, quarrying and other customers can lower their power costs. You can also signi cantly reduce your work site’s carbon emissions.
“We invest a large part of our R&D [research and development] spend in developing our portable power solutions, and we have a large team of expert
technicians who support customer sites. Our plug-and-play microgrids also include remote site monitoring and two-way communication. This allows us to know exactly what is going on on-site, advise customers, and remotely do upgrades to the microgrids, optimising system ef ciency.”
Salvador said Atlas Copco sees growth potential in the usage of portable power solutions in quarrying and mining applications.
“It’s a journey that is now at the beginning, and it’s one of our main future focuses,” he said. “Quarries are ‘live animals’, so to speak. Your working areas move over the years, and plug-and-play microgrids offer exibility. You can move your portable power set-up and resume work in just one hour, or in four hours with a solar-powered system. A contractor working at a quarry for two to three years, say, can also do this.
“Many quarries are also in remote areas, and it can take a long time for authorities to approve requests for additional power from public grids. That electric power supply may also not be reliable. The cost per kilowatt is also going up, partly due to high demand from data centres. Now, it’s important not to have to rely on anyone for your power supply.”
Salvador said it takes 12–24 months for quarrying and mining customers to recoup the cost of their investment in Atlas Copco portable power systems.
“A 24–7 operating, hybrid power system can last for 10 to 20 years. We are constantly working on our portable power systems and will continue to expand our energy storage
PAS 150 HF pump and HiLight V5+ light tower in Spain.
Images: Atlas Copco
and generator offerings, including hybrid standalone generators,” he said.
In 2024, Atlas Copco launched the ECO calculator, an upgraded power and light sizing calculator version of the earlier ‘light the power’ calculator. The innovative online tool is designed to assist professionals in the construction, mining, quarrying, rental and events sectors in accurately determining the optimal sizes of power and lighting equipment for their projects.
Atlas Copco’s ECO calculator features an energy storage system module that recommends the optimal combination of a generator, light tower and energy storage system. It provides a detailed cost comparison between conventional standalone generators and hybrid solutions, facilitating cost-effective decision-making.
With this new module, the ECO calculator enables performance simulation, allowing users to assess potential savings and optimise low load management for a more ef cient energy set-up. The tool also recommends the most appropriate generator size based on speci c load requirements, helping to ensure power tools and other equipment operate at peak performance.
“Many contractors, for example, like to see the fuel savings they can make by running a hybrid power-based microgrid,” Salvador said. “ECO calculator now also offers real-time calculations that compare our customers’ existing portable power systems with potential upgrades.
“Atlas Copco has been leading the [multiindustry] transformation to hybrid [portable power supply] for many years. By integrating multiple power sources into our hybrid plug-and-play microgrids, we can save our customers up to 90 per cent on their [single xed] power usage cost.”
Flicking the switch
Taiwan-based SEETEL New Energy has chosen Volvo Penta’s battery systems for energy storage to power its mobile fast-
charging solutions in the Asia-Paci c region, with applications across industrial and urban sectors. The selection marks Volvo Penta’s growing role as a trusted supplier in the region’s expanding energy market.
Powered by Volvo Penta’s liquid-cooled, high-performance battery systems for energy storage, SEETEL New Energy’s solutions can be designed to carry large amounts of installed energy in demanding mobile energy applications. This enables reliable charging for high-power industrial applications like construction, quarrying and mining, as well as emergency relief, remote medical support, and roadside electric vehicle (EV) assistance. The company will develop mobile battery energy storage systems (BESS) in 270 kilowatts per hour (kWh) and 540kWh con gurations, mounted on light trucks to serve as mobile fastcharging units or transportable containerised units for industrial use, in applications including quarrying.
“By combining Volvo Penta’s integrationready battery systems for energy storage with
our energy management and deployment capabilities, we can deliver high-ef ciency, mobile charging solutions that support the region’s growing demand for cleaner and exible energy. This also accelerates our business diversi cation while helping our customers transition to sustainable operations competitively,” SEETEL New Energy chairman and founder Lin Sheng-Tse said.
The relationship was facilitated through Volvo Penta’s long-standing Taiwanese dealer JOU International, which supplies Volvo Penta-powered back-up power gensets to SEETEL New Energy’s facilities.
“Our relationship with SEETEL New Energy demonstrates how Volvo Penta can play a trusted role in enabling customers to bring new energy solutions to the market,” Volvo Penta industrial sales director Oh Han Peng said.
“By supplying proven, integration-ready battery systems, we help our customers focus on what they do best, developing and deploying applications that meet emerging needs in energy storage and electri cation.” AB
HiLight MS5 light towers at El Abra mine in Antofagasta, Chile.
SEETEL New Energy will use Volvo Penta’s battery systems for energy storage to power its mobile fast-charging solutions
Image: Volvo Penta
Revved up and improved
Engines are among the unsung heroes of quarrying and aggregates operations. Manufacturers have announced a series of major improvements across the global sector.
For many years, Cummins has stood as a manufacturer that is synonymous with high-quality engines in off-highway sectors.
The renowned manufacturer has now celebrated the 60th anniversary of its manufacturing plant in Darlington, England, which rst opened in July 1965. Over the years, the technology and solutions developed there have powered equipment in critical industries around the world.
“It’s fantastic to celebrate the heritage of Cummins in Darlington. We take great pride in what has been achieved over the last 60 years and the global impact we continue to make from this site every day,” Cummins Darlington plant manager Steve Morley said.
“As with all large employers, we wouldn’t be celebrating any milestones without our people, so we say a big thank you to everyone who has contributed to the collective success of the business.”
Today, Cummins’ products can be seen in 50 countries, including quarrying and aggregates, construction, material handling, and more. It continues to be a major player in research and development, including the creation of hydrogen combustion engines in Darlington. Cummins has received funding from the Advanced Propulsion Centre to develop hydrogen technologies, furthering its work in this area. The company employs more than 1750 people
Cummins has celebrated a milestone for its Darlington facility.
L–R: Cummins plant manager Steve Morley, Dame Susan Snowdon DCVO and Cummins technical director Wayne Spooner.
Images: Cummins
Darlington is a key part of Cummins’ operational network.
and 250 apprenticeship positions at the site, underlining its importance not only to the company but also to the wider local
While Darlington stands as a testament manufacturer, the company continues to invest in the site to ensure it remains at the
Cummins last year unveiled its new powertrain test facility at Darlington, funded by a £13m investment. The new facility , two-storey building that includes fully robotic driving capabilities, manual or automatic transmission, road grade and load simulation, wheel-slip simulation, and engine duty cycle recreation.
Morley said the site is one of the most
“[While] it’s important to take stock of our past achievements, we’re very much focused on continuing to innovate and lead the future of manufacturing power solutions,”
“No matter what the technology, we’re committed to providing the right power solutions that can continue to power industries we depend on as a society for
Caterpillar has launched its new C32B engine, which builds on the foundations
Caterpillar has expanded its range of engines for the o -highway section.
Image: Cummins
The C32B diesel engine is designed for large off-highway machines and equipment, which can bene t from its high-power density and improved durability.
Caterpillar has made the C32B diesel engine available from Cat dealers worldwide. The 32.1L, 12-cylinder engine can deliver power up to 895 kilowatts (kW) or 1200 horsepower (hp) and 5861 newtonmetres (Nm) for US EPA Tier 4 Final and 839kW (1125hp) and 5499Nm for EU Stage V. A version for less regulated territories offers a peak rating of 1007kW (1350hp) and 6166Nm.
In a quarrying and aggregates application, the C32B diesel engine can be paired with large wheeled loaders and hauling equipment. Caterpillar also expects the engine to excel in applications involving cranes, dredgers, hydraulic power units, paving, surface hauling equipment, trenchers, pumps, and more.
“For nearly 20 years, the Cat C32 engine platform has set the standard for premium power and endurance in construction, mining and other industrial applications,” Caterpillar Industrial Power Systems senior vice president Steve Ferguson said.
“The new Cat C32B builds on this eldproven reputation with a series of upgrades and new technologies that will drive the superior performance of off-highway equipment for years to come.”
Caterpillar described the design process as a “bottom-up” approach, which prioritised power density and durability. The C32B is made from a strong cast-iron
with larger journal diameters and increased bearing area to handle higher loads. An improved lubrication system features a higher-capacity oil pump, an oil cooler with enhanced performance, and higher- ow piston cooling jets, ensuring optimal wear performance and improved durability.
The cylinder head has been upgraded to incorporate design features that include external fuel lines and an optimised water jacket geometry to enhance heat transfer.
In addition, the cylinder head components have updated valve geometry and oil metering stem seals to minimise wear and prolong the cylinder head’s lifespan. Its new dual sensor coolant protection feature is designed to detect potential cooling system leaks earlier to prevent costly downtime.
For sustainability-focused operations, the Cat 32B can work with renewable liquid fuels such as 100 per cent hydrotreated vegetable oil. Caterpillar has announced that industrial power units, equipped with engine-mounted after-treatment and cooling packs, will be available directly from the factory.
This aims to lower installation and validation costs for original equipment manufacturers.
Smarter solution
Volvo Penta debuted its co-pilot platform as part of its showcase at Agritechnica 2025. The Volvo Penta Co-Pilot is designed for off-highway industries that want to use realtime tools and information to make informed decisions across their daily operations.
This latest innovation from Volvo Penta is designed for use by eet managers and operators as part of an integrated machine. Its features, including a perception camera and enhanced operating features such as high-precision positioning, on-board weighing and vehicle stability control, can aid in operator coaching.
“In line with our collaborative partnership approach at Volvo Penta, we will work with customers to tailor the solution to meet their speci c needs,” Volvo Penta product planning specialist Emil Andersson said.
“This means they can customise the platform and add to it and adapt it as their requirements change, making it a futureproof solution.” AB
Images: Caterpillar
builds on the C32 engine.
The breakthrough moment
Manish Bhartia, Brendan McGurgan and Enda Ivano showcase how they developed the patented innovation known as Combo for the quarrying and aggregates sector.
When Apple launched the rst iPhone, it did more than introduce a new gadget. It completely changed how people interacted with technology by combining a camera, music player, and computer into one elegant, portable device. A similar revolution has taken place in the world of sand and mineral processing through Combo - a breakthrough patented innovation from CFlo.
Before Combo, traditional sand washing plants were enormous installations that stretched across large areas of land.
They consumed huge amounts of water and electricity and often left behind massive sludge ponds that created longterm environmental issues. These systems were able to produce washed sand, but they were inef cient, resource intensive, and unsustainable.
More than a decade ago, a small group of engineers at CFlo decided to change that reality. Their vision was clear - to integrate all stages of wet processing, including feeding, screening, washing, classi cation,
water recovery, and waste management, into a single, compact, and mobile system. It has reshaped how sand and aggregate processing is done around the world.
Developing the idea
When the concept was rst presented, many industry veterans were skeptical. The idea of combining multiple wet processing stages into a single unit sounded risky and overly complex. “There are too many components, too many moving parts. Keep them separate,” was the common feedback. To prove the concept, the CFlo team began by offering all the required process equipment - feeders, screens, cyclones, pumps, sumps, thickeners, conveyors, and control systems - as a pre-engineered kit that could be delivered and assembled at site. The approach worked. Clients appreciated the simplicity and reliability of the kits.
This raised another question: “Why not deliver the whole setup ready to usepreassembled, prewired, and easy to install?”.
That question sparked the creation of Combo.
The engineers at CFlo designed a single, integrated chassis that housed every essential process step. They developed new methods to reduce water and energy consumption and created a much smaller footprint that eliminated the need for large settling ponds. Every challenge presented an opportunity for innovation. After several design cycles and trials, the rst Combo was built and tested. The results were remarkable. The system performed better than expected, producing high-quality washed sand while dramatically lowering water and power usage.
Brendan McGurgan, Enda Ivano and Manish Bhartia.
CFlo is a
Images:
CFlo
Integrated version
When CFlo entered the wet processing market, it asked a simple but critical question: why should water recycling sit outside the plant as an optional extra? If water is essential, water recovery should be designed into the system itself. That single question shaped the development of the Combo series. According to CFlo, this is the one of the world’s rst patented chassis to integrate all seven functions of wet processing: feeding, screening, classi cation, dewatering, water recovery, sludge handling, and stockpiling on one containerised frame.
The water recycling system (WRS) is a standout function. Unlike conventional thickeners that require heavy concrete pads and large open areas, the WRS is mounted directly on the Combo chassis. It is factorybuilt, self-standing, and fully mobile.
handle, and reuse. Importantly, the easysettle system is also mounted on the Combo chassis, allowing it to move wherever the plant goes.
In select projects, CFlo has even supplied Combo units with precast civil pad segments that are bolted together on site. The entire system can be relocated with the machine, making it highly practical for short-duration or multi-site operations.
This design makes closed-loop water recycling not only possible but practical. Thanks to its patented design, recycled water ows back into the process by gravity, eliminating the need for additional pumps. This reduces power use by up to 30 percent, making Combo one of the most energyef cient systems in its class.
Sludge management, traditionally a major pain point for washing plants, has also been re-engineered. Conventional sludge ponds demand huge land areas, long settlement times, and constant maintenance. They are often unsafe and environmentally unsustainable. CFlo’s easysettle sludge bay manager replaces this with a modular system that controls in ow, manages settling, and optimises dewatering. Ef uent water is clari ed and returned to the process, leaving no open discharge. Land use is signi cantly reduced, and the sludge is easier to compact,
CFlo has a wide range of solutions for the quarrying sector.
Together, the WRS and easysettle systems make Combo not just compact and mobile but also smarter, cleaner, and more sustainable. In other words. a complete solution for the future of wet processing.
The changing face of sand Combo represented more than just a new product. It marked a complete shift in how the industry approached wet processing. By integrating all major functions into one mobile and modular platform, CFlo delivered a solution that was ef cient, sustainable, and far easier to deploy than conventional plants. This design earned multiple patents across major markets, including the US, for innovations in water recovery, material handling, and modular construction. What once seemed like an experimental idea has now become a proven technology, trusted by hundreds of customers around the world. Today, more than 300 Combo units operate successfully in 17 countries, and many of the world’s leading mining and construction companies now use multiple systems for their large-scale projects.
Ef cient and economic
Combo is not only an environmental innovation; it is also a powerful economic tool. Across hundreds of installations worldwide, Combo units have logged tens of thousands of operating hours. They have processed millions of tonnes of raw sand, overburden, and quarry nes into valuable, construction-ready materialsclean sand, graded stone, and recovered clay.
For operators, the numbers tell a clear story. The typical investment in a Combo system is recovered quickly through savings in water, power, and maintenance. The technology consistently delivers strong cash returns throughout its 15-year design life. With lower operating costs and higher product recovery, Combo has proven to be a pro t engine as well as a production machine.
Unlike traditional washing plants that depend on multiple civil structures, Combo’s modular design allows for easy relocation and rapid installation. A new site can be commissioned in weeks rather than months, reducing downtime and improving overall productivity.
Built for the long run
Each Combo system is engineered for durability and ef ciency. Designed to operate around 6000 hours per year, the system can comfortably handle a wide range of feed materials - from river sand and crushed rock nes to construction and demolition waste. Its automated controls and closed-loop water management system minimise operator intervention while maximising yield.
Over its lifetime, a single Combo unit can convert millions of tonnes of waste material into marketable products. This results in a major reduction in natural sand extraction, signi cant water savings, and measurable reductions in carbon emissions.
More than a machine
Combo has become more than a product line. It has become a symbol of what innovation can achieve when guided by purpose. By turning waste into resources, reducing environmental impact, and improving pro tability for operators, it bridges the gap between sustainability and performance. While some continue to imitate its original design concept, it is hard to replicate the technology, or customer experience that Combo has created over the years. Combo was a true “iPhone moment” for the industry and sustainable sand processing.
Combo has proven that genuine innovation does not just improve processesit rede nes what is possible. AB
CFlo’s compact solutions provide a versatile options for quarry operations.
Smart and sustainable
CDE showcases how its solutions are helping elevate Roma Grus’ sustainable construction practices.
On an island, where space is limited and resources are precious, the circular economy is not just a buzzword; it’s a lifeline.
That’s why CDE and Roma Grus are rewriting the rulebook on construction and demolition (C&D) waste, turning what was once discarded into the foundation of a more sustainable future.
“Recycling isn’t just good practice on islands; it’s essential,” CDE business development director Darren Eastwood said.
“Limited land, scarce resources and reliance on imports make circularity a strategic imperative.”
Roma Grus has taken a bold leap on Gotland, a biodiversity-rich island off Sweden’s south-eastern coast. In 2019, the company chose to phase out virgin sand and aggregate in favour of a CDE-engineered wash plant that transforms construction, demolition and environmental waste into high-quality construction materials.
“This is the circularity in practice. It’s a hugely positive indicator that the volume of recycled materials is increasing each year,” CDE head of business development for Europe Eunan Kelly said.“It shows that the market is responding, that attitudes are shifting and that industries are adapting.”
Today, Roma Grus is producing CE-marked recycled materials for concrete, supporting everything from housing to infrastructure.
“It wasn’t the easy path, but it was the right one,” Roma Grus owner Magnus Lindby said. “We’re not just protecting the island; we’re building its future.”
The 140-tonnes-per-hour (tph) CDE wash plant is now processing 125,000 tonnes of excavated material annually, up from 60,000 tonnes in its rst year. These recycled materials are already being used in major housing projects led by GotlandsHem, Gotland’s municipal housing company, addressing the island’s housing shortage while embedding sustainability into every brick.
“We are developing housing on Gotland where there is a signi cant housing shortage, especially in Visby,” GotlandsHem business development manager Isa Wästlund and project manager Jonas Hammarlund said.
“This project was initiated in response to that urgent need while placing a strong emphasis on sustainability, ecological responsibility and ef cient resource use.
“The partnership between Peab, one of Sweden’s biggest construction companies, and Roma Grus allows us to prioritise circular thinking and sustainability. We are proud and excited to be working with them, and we truly believe this represents the future of construction.”
Energicentrum Gotland director Patrick Dahl believes this is “exactly the kind of progress Gotland needs”.
“It’s not just about energy anymore; it’s about materials and full-circle resilience,” he said. “While awareness of the need to change is already quite high among both the public
A 140tph waste recycling plant from CDE supports Roma Grus’ transition towards the circular economy.
CDE Group and Roma Grus are turning discarded material into the foundation of a more sustainable future.
and businesses, we need to move forward and take action. Roma Grus is a shining example of a company that is doing just that: taking real steps and making things happen.”
Around the world, CDE is helping island communities like Gotland meet the demands of their local construction industries while protecting natural resources by reclaiming resources and reducing reliance on imports.
In Hawaii, two CDE plants on Oahu and Maui are reducing dependence on imported sand. On Long Island, a 250tph plant is remediating contaminated soils and recovering valuable construction
materials. The Isle of Man is home to the island’s largest and most advanced C&D waste processing facility, handling 80tph and diverting material from land ll while preserving natural sand and gravel deposits.
In Aruba, a 110tph plant enables ATCO to meet the growing demand for construction materials ef ciently and sustainably in this remote location.
“Every city in Sweden should have a recycling plant,” Lindby said.
“It’s become fundamental to our business and to Gotland’s sustainability.”
The island of Gotland is currently participating in the EU’s 30 by 2030 Clean energy for EU islands initiative to support more than 2200 inhabited European islands in their clean energy transition, an ambitious
target that aligns with Sweden’s goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2045.
In line with this ambition, Roma Grus isn’t stopping at materials. The company will install 6000 solar panels to power its operations, aligning with the EU’s initiative and Sweden’s net-zero goals.
As CDE and its customers continue to demonstrate the power of circularity in action, the conversation around waste as a resource is gaining momentum.
“The market is changing,” Roma Grus production manager Emil Höglund said. “Demand for circular products is growing, and we’re ready.” AB
Stockpiled aggregates after processing by
Roma Grus’ CDE plant.
Electric evolution
Steve Nendick looks at how quarrying and construction fleet managers can be empowered to meet the sustainable o -highway machinery power challenge.
Adopting battery-electric-powered machines in quarries represents a major change for the quarrying and construction industry, helping improve sustainability and become more environmentally friendly. Reducing operating noise is also an important bene t.
Moving away from traditional diesel power to this greener solution is a positive step, but it is not without its challenges.
Costs
A key barrier to date in adopting batteryelectric power in quarries is the higher initial investment required.
The cost of battery-electric is higher than traditional diesel-powered machines. This includes not only the price of the machines themselves but also the infrastructure to support their operation, such as charging stations and energy storage systems. This is expected to reduce as adoption increases.
Due to the simpler layout with fewer moving parts, battery-electric will have lower running costs than diesel due to diesel’s more expensive fuel, plus the higher maintenance requirements.
Higher upfront costs can thus be offset by lower operating costs, making the investment more palatable.
Equipment design
The driveline of an electric machine consists of power electronics, an electric motor and the battery pack.
The electric motor is selected based on how much power the machine needs to ful l its job. So a 100-kilowatt (kW) motor would replace an equivalent 100kW diesel engine. The battery pack powers the motor and is sized to meet duty cycle requirements.
The improved ef ciency of electric power compared to equivalent diesel, which loses up to 55 per cent of its power to heat through cooling and exhaust, means more power reaches the wheels or tracks.
Volvo CE’s L120H Electric wheeled loader has undergone tests at ALAS Emirates Ready Mix in Abu Dhabi, UAE
There may be an opportunity to specify a lower-power electric motor due to the driveline’s higher ef ciency. A simpler electric machine system means power is available almost instantly, improving responsiveness and potentially reducing cycle times.
The machine’s battery pack requires a battery management system to monitor and protect it, maximising battery life and preventing damage. Like a traditional combustion engine, battery packs also require heating and cooling. The thermal management system is an important part of the driveline, regulating temperatures and maintaining optimum performance.
Battery range
The battery pack de nes how many hours per kilowatt-hour (kWh) a machine can operate. For a machine with a 100kW average duty
More manufacturers are investing in electric or alternative technologies.
cycle, for example, a battery capacity of 100kWh would enable it to operate for one hour before charging. An eight-hour shift would require an 800kWh battery pack unless recharging can happen during the workday.
The demanding, often remote nature of quarry operations requires continuous, heavy-duty work. The battery pack sizes and recharging or battery swapping strategy need to be carefully managed to ensure productivity is not impacted by charging downtime. Operators must consider new work ows to include the planned rechanging opportunities for the machines. They also need to manage the site’s energy resources and maintain new types of equipment. It will involve signi cant changes in eet management and employee training.
Battery chemistry
Heavy-duty quarrying machines require energy solutions that can meet their highpower demands while delivering reliability, safety, and productivity.
The battery chemistry – the combination of chemicals and materials used to store and
Fuel cell technology is a growing area of interest in the quarrying sector.
Image: General Motors
Image: Komatsu
Image: Volvo CE
release electrical energy – affects the battery’s energy density, output, lifespan, safety, and cost. Battery type is selected by the equipment designer based on the machine’s needs.
Lead-acid batteries are the traditional solution that has been used in the industry for many years for engine start-up and a machine’s electrical power needs. Compared to modern technologies such as lithium-ion batteries, they are low-cost; however, they have a short lifespan and low energy density. They are not suitable for the high-duty-cycle operations needed in quarries to truly enable a move to greater sustainability.
Lithium-ion batteries are used in many applications such as laptops, phones, and electric vehicles. They have a high energy density, long cycle life, and are light and compact. They can come in different types:
Lithium iron phosphate batteries use lithium phosphate as the cathode material. They have lower operating temperatures and strong thermal stability, helping withstand degradation for safety and longevity, and are capable of frequent charging;
Nickel manganese cobalt batteries use lithium, nickel, manganese and cobalt as the cathode material. They have high energy density for longer working hours, use less
1. Volvo CE’s A30 Electric hauler was unveiled at bauma 2025.
2. A TracStar 900i showcasing a new concept – an electrical Perkins engine ‘dropped in’ to replace its standard diesel engine – debuted at bauma 2025.
3. The LiuGong 922FE excavator features a fully electric hydraulic system, a large lithium-ion battery, one-key operation, and an operating weight of 24.1 tonnes.
Image: Volvo
material for a better energy-to-weight ratio, and are highly durable, for long consistent performance. This makes them suited to demanding applications.
Infrastructure
An effective charging infrastructure needs to be developed to maximise productivity with battery-electric machines.
Quarries are usually in more remote locations with limited grid access, making it dif cult to install charging infrastructure. The time required for recharging leads to downtime and reduces overall ef ciency. Solutions can include charging capability on the route or during break periods to keep productivity as high as possible. Charging requirements will need to be based on the eet’s battery size and chemistry.
Quarries could become a signi cant draw on the local grid as on-site electric power requirements grow. Energy management systems would be required to optimise energy use.
Implementing compatible renewable energy sources (solar and wind) into the system will help manage this challenge. The use of portable energy storage on remote sites may be an initial solution until the full infrastructure is developed.
Maintenance and safety
The maintenance requirements and costs for electric machines are lower in the long term than those for equivalent diesel power. The specialised nature of the components and systems demands specialised expertise to repair battery-electric machines. Technician training for all unique components and systems of electric machinery. In addition, sourcing spare parts and maintaining a supply chain for these components can be challenging, particularly in remote locations.
The move to battery-powered machinery improves employee safety and comfort by reducing emissions and noise levels.
This enables a healthier work environment, supporting the wellbeing and productivity.
While battery-electric machines offer environmental bene ts by reducing emissions, concerns remain about the disposal and recycling of batteries.
Proper handling of used batteries is essential to prevent environmental contamination and ensure regulatory compliance.
Safety is another critical aspect, as the risk of battery res or electrical hazards must be managed through rigorous safety protocols and training.
The future
The battery cost per kilowatt-hour has continued to reduce over time.
According to Goldman Sachs research, global average battery prices declined from $153/kWh in 2022 to $149 in 2023. They were projected to fall to $111 by the end of 2025 and could fall to around $80/ kWh by 2026.
These price reductions move battery power to a level much more competitive with traditional diesel power.
Development also continues in improving battery energy density and charging speed. Next-generation batteries, such as solid-state and lithium-sulfur technology, could improve energy density and operational hours.
Advances in ultra-fast charging systems will minimise downtime and increase productivity.
Workers can manage a full workday without operational interruptions.
The adoption of battery-electric machines in quarries presents a signi cant opportunity to enhance sustainability and reduce the environmental impact of operations.
By investing in infrastructure, advancing battery technology and fostering a supportive operational environment, the quarry industry can overcome obstacles and pave the way for a cleaner, more ef cient future.
OEM update
Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) presented its rst-ever all-electric line-up at bauma 2025:
•EC230 electric – an upgraded 23-tonne mid-size excavator
•L120 electric and L90 electric – newly launched wheeled loaders
•EWR150 electric – Volvo’s rst batterypowered wheeled excavator
•EW240 electric material handler – a gridconnected excavator
•Compact electric range – developments across compact electric machinery
•Charging solutions – introduction of the PU40 mobile power unit and an upgraded PU500
Wacker Neuson is expanding its zeroemission portfolio with new electric excavators with 2.6-tonne (EZ26e) and one-tonne (EZ10e) payloads. A new electric wheeled loader, the WL300e, is also joining the range.
Liebherr has showcased a range of electric machinery:
•A 918 E – a battery-electric wheeled excavator ideal for urban construction sites
•L 507 E – a battery-electric wheeled loader
•HS 8100.2 dual power – a cable excavator enabling electric and hybrid operations
•LTM 1150-5.4 E mobile crane – featuring a 111kW electric motor, with performance comparable to traditional engines
Hyundai has introduced the HX19E, its rst battery-electric mini excavator. With a weight of around 2300kg, it offers lithiumion battery options of 32kWh and 40kWh, which will provide more than six hours of operating time.
Mecalac has unveiled an electric telescopic loader (eS900tele) with a telescopic boom, offering high reach and precision up to 4.72m. The battery is a 75kW lithium-ion pack with an eight-hour runtime and a four-hour full charge time.
SANY has introduced the STR50E, the industry’s rst fully electric ve-tonne roller. This machine has a high-performance electric drive that optimises energy consumption with an operating range of over seven hours per charge. or charging, there are exible options, including a fast-charging function that enables enough power for four hours of work in 30 minutes. AB
Kreisel is a trusted manufacturer for battery solutions.
Image: Kreisel
Technical writer and power expert Steve Nendick.
Image: Steve Nendick
Striving towards sustainability
Holcim has announced a series of developments covering environmental targets, as it continues to push ahead on with sustainable operations.
Holcim has recently announced a series of developments spanning environmental governance, acquisitions and downstream investment.
At group level, the company has introduced science-based targets focused on freshwater use, while it has also signed deals for alternative fuels as demand for circular materials has increased. Recent announcements highlight how the large multinational producer is aligning sustainability frameworks with its business operations and regional supply strategies. Taken together, these developments point to how construction materials producers are responding to regulatory pressure, supply chain demands and changing customer requirements in quarrying, construction materials and road infrastructure markets.
Sustainable scope
Environmental performance has been a long-standing consideration in quarrying and aggregates, traditionally centred on emissions, land restoration and compliance with planning conditions.
In recent years, however, sustainability expectations have broadened to include biodiversity, water stewardship and nature impacts, driven by regulators, investors and public authorities.
For quarry operators, water use is inherently linked to extraction, processing and dust control. In some regions, access to water can be a limiting factor when seeking new permits or extensions. As a result, the adoption of structured, science-based water targets suggests a more formalised approach to risk management around natural resources.
Holcim’s recent announcement of sciencebased nature targets re ects this shift.
In November 2025, Holcim announced it had set three new freshwater-withdrawal reduction targets using the rigorous methodology of Science Based Targets Network (SBTN), marking it as one of the few companies globally to adopt such sciencebased nature targets. These targets will see Holcim reduce water withdrawals in key European basins by de ned percentages relative to its 2020–2024 baseline: •In the Haine Basin (Belgium), a 38 per cent reduction by 2035.
•In the Cyclades Basin (Greece), a 23 per cent cut by 2030.
•In the Onyar Basin (Spain), a 16 per cent reduction by 2030.
The reduction timeframes, according to Holcim, aligning water use with what is considered environmentally sustainable for each basin. In setting these targets, Holcim collaborated with water authorities, non-government organisations and academia at both national and local levels.
Holcim chief people and sustainability of cer Carmen Diaz said the new targets would further support the company and its nature strategy which is focused on restoring and preserving biodiversity and freshwater ecosystems.
“At Holcim, we strongly believe that science-based targets for nature are the way forward for our sector and beyond,” she said.
“We’re building a nature-positive future with solutions to bring nature into cities while reducing freshwater withdrawals. This is central to our ‘NextGen Growth’ strategy as sustainability drives pro table growth.”
Holcim has a large worldwide operational network.
Holcim chief people and sustainability o cer Carmen Diaz.
Image: Holcim
The new targets follow on from Holcim’s adoption of science-based targets for nature where it was one of the rst handful of companies to do so globally in 2024.
SBTN chief executive of cer Erin Billman said Holcim’s announcement shows its commitment to supporting naturebased practices.
“SBTN welcomes Holcim’s newly validated science-based targets to reduce freshwater withdrawals across three priority European basins,” she said. “This demonstrates credible action for nature and a clear investment in long-term business resilience. We encourage other companies in their sector and beyond to follow their lead and step up for nature.”
The two organisations have a worked together for a number of years after SBTN selected Holcim as one of 17 companies globally in 2023 to submit nature-based targets for validation. SBTN created the science-based targets for nature for companies to assess and prioritise their environmental impact across freshwater and land. The initiative aligned the nature-based targets with other global goals on climate and nature including the Global Biodiversity Framework, the Paris Agreement, and the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
“By understanding and addressing their environmental impacts, companies such as Holcim can help mitigate supply chain disruptions, get ahead of regulatory compliance, and increase business value through access to capital and competitive advantage,” Billman said at the time.
“I’m glad to see them seize the opportunity now and start assessing their impact on Earth’s nite resources and prepare to set the rst science-based targets for nature.”
Sustainability in action
Holcim continues to make strides in sustainable practices across its operational network, underlined by recent agreements across its global network.
Prime Infra-led Prime Waste Solutions has con rmed a deal with Holcim Philippines over the supply of refuse-derived fuel (RDF) to the latter’s operational sites.
“What makes us excited to work with Prime Infra is we know that we’re working with a company that values the same things that we do, leading the waste management sector, and more importantly, a strong commitment to growing with quality and ef ciency,” Holcim senior vice president and head of Geocycle Samuel Manlosa Jr said.
Under the terms of the Memorandum of Agreement, Holcim Philippines’ Bulacan and La Union facilities will be given a consistent supply of RDF. Plastic waste will be processed into alternative fuels to be used in Holcim’s cement manufacturing process, reducing the use of traditional fuels in its operations.
“It is rare to nd like-minded organisations such as Holcim willing to partner with us and make investments in sustainable practices like RDF consumption,” Prime Infra market sector lead for waste Cara Peralta said.
“We are excited to start this partnership, especially at a time when effective waste management and environmentally sustainable business practices are urgently needed.”
Circularity in demand
Holcim’s recent moves send a strong signal: the future of building raw materials must integrate climate, nature and resourceresilience standards. For contractors, governments and investors, that can translate into more predictable supply chains, lower ecological risk and greater alignment with increasingly stringent environmental regulations.
In part, these factors are driving the growing demand for circular materials across the construction and infrastructure sector. Holcim’s UK-based subsidiary Holcim UK released its annual Circularity Survey which underlined the growing demand for circular materials when 500 professionals from the UK construction sector were surveyed.
According to the report, demand for construction products with recycled or reused content has increased signi cantly over the past year. For many buyers, from contractors to infrastructure professionals, access to circular materials is now a key factor shaping procurement decisions. According to the survey, nearly all of respondents believe embracing the circular economy is important while 57 per cent of respondents have speci c circularity targets in place across all areas of operation. Only two per cent of respondents said their businesses had no intention to introduce circularity targets.
“Our research makes clear that closedloop supply chains must be central [in the] future,” Holcim UK managing director for the aggregates and CDM divisions Kaziwe Kaulule said.
“Driven by our clear purpose of leading the way in circular construction, we are working hand-in-hand with partners across the value chain to remove barriers, accelerate progress, and make sustainable building practices the industry standard.”
Circular materials are also de ning how purchasing decisions are being made across
construction projects with 94 per cent of respondents indicating that the “availability of circular products” is a consideration when choosing a brand over a competitor, more than half of respondents believe that access to circular products is “very important” which was an increase on the previous survey’s results of 28 per cent.
The trend toward circular materials echoes a global shift in resource management within construction. According to a recent market-analysis report from Grand View Research, the global market for circular construction materials is to experience continued strong growth through to 2033 at a minimum, with recycled aggregates accounting for a signi cant share of demand.
For the quarrying and aggregates sector, which has historically specialised in extraction of virgin rock, sand and gravel, this latest reports show circular construction materials are rapidly moving into the mainstream in procurement.
Moreover, as environmental regulations tighten and sustainability credentials become more important in public- and private-sector procurement, suppliers able to demonstrate circular credentials may nd themselves preferred over those relying solely on virgin materials. Holcim UK managing director of the asphalt division Danny King said the company had already started adjusting its operations to match this growing demand.
This is underlined by its ECOCycle range of aggregates, cement and concrete which use a minimum of 10 per cent recycled construction demolition materials. Over the longer term, there is a target in place which would see 20 per cent of its products to be made from recycled materials by 2030.
“Circularity is fast becoming a fundamental expectation from our customers, and together we’re proving that high-performance products can also be low-carbon and circular,” King said.
“To ensure wider adoption within UK construction projects, solutions must be commercially viable, simple to access and underpinned by vital product data and technical support.” AB
Prime Waste Solutions (PWS) Pampanga has signed a RDF supply agreement with Holcim Phillipines.
TIME TO ENGAGE AND CONNECT
Some of the biggest quarrying and aggregates events are coming up and provide a perfect opportunity to engage with other industry professionals.
MARCH 2026
3–7
CONEXPO CON/AGG
Show producer: Association of Equipment
Manufacturers
Show owners: Association of Equipment
Manufacturers, National Stone, Sand and Gravel Association, National Ready Mixed Concrete Association
Tel: +1 (866) 236 0442
1–4
National Stone, Sand and Gravel Association Annual Convention 2026
Organiser: National Stone, Sand and Gravel Association (NSSGA)
Tel: (703) 525-8788
A LONG WAY TOGETHER
JUNE 2026
23–25
Hillhead 2026
Organiser: QMJ Group
Tel: +44 (0) 115 945 4367
JULY 2026
1–2
PNG Expo
Organiser: Prime Creative Media
Tel: +61 (3) 9690 8766
OCTOBER 2026
6–8
IQA National Conference
Organiser: Institute of Quarrying Australia
Tel: +61 (02) 9484 0577
WHEREVER YOU ARE, BKT IS WITH YOU
No matter how challenging your needs, BKT is with you offering a wide range of OTR tyres specifically designed for the toughest operating conditions: from mining to construction sites. Sturdy and impact resistant, reliable and safe, able to combine comfort and high performance. BKT is with you, even when work gets tough.
For info: europe@bkt-tires.com
Join Australia’s premier mining resource.
• Access unparalleled industry insights, news and trends.
• Explore exclusive interviews, business profiles, newsworthy innovation, and the latest on regulation.
• Australian Mining provides all information in one reputable source.
