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Starstone, Ashtrom Sign Cooperation Agreement for Cement Technology

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Starstone Biomaterials and Ashtrom Industries have signed an industrial cooperation agreement to evaluate innovative biogenic cement technology. Under the agreement, Ashtrom Industries will evaluate the material’s performance and its potential integration into its operations, subject to compliance with regulatory standards and obtaining the required approvals. Starstone Biomaterials is a deep-tech company developing the next generation of cement production. The company’s proprietary process utilizes…

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Votorantim Cimentos North American Revenue Up 6%

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Votorantim Cimentos ended the second quarter of 2026 with global net revenue of R$8.2 billion, a 16% increase, excluding the effect of changes in foreign exchange rates, compared to the same period of the previous year.  This performance reflects the positive evolution of volumes and prices in relevant markets, highlighting the company’s resilience despite the challenging macroeconomic environment, the company…

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USGS: February Cement Shipments Increase

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According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), total shipments of portland and blended cement, including imports, in the United States and Puerto Rico in February 2026 were an estimated 6.80 million metric tons (Mt), an 11.3% increase from shipments in February 2025. Shipments for the year through February totaled an estimated 12.8 Mt, a 7.5% increase from those for the…

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BinMaster Names New Western U.S. Sales Manager

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BinMaster Sensors and Technologies (BST) has announced the addition of Ben Smith to its sales team as regional sales manager for the western United States and Canada. With previous experience in field sales, day-to-day operations and sales management, Smith brings a fresh perspective to the inventory management market. His new role will drive further adaptation and awareness of BinMaster’s level…

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Geologic Sequestration Workshop on Tap in California

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The California Air Resources Board (CARB), Dept. of Conservation and other state agencies are coalescing for workshops to get public input on burying carbon, also known as geologic sequestration, according to the California Construction and Industrial Materials Association (CalCIMA).  The workshops are to implement SB 359, the Carbon Capture, Removal, Utilization, and Storage Program, which passed in 2022 and authorizes…

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U.S. Great Lakes Limestone Trade Up in July

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U.S. shipments of limestone on the Great Lakes increased to 3.1 million tons in July, an 8.7% increase compared to last year, according to the Lake Carriers’ Association. The trade was also above the month’s five-year average by 3.2%. Year-to-date, the Lakes limestone trade stands at 10.1 million tons, a decrease of 3% compared to 2025 and 4.2% below the…

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Amrize Reports Strong Second Quarter Financial Results

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Amrize posted second-quarter results, reporting revenue of $3.494 billion versus $3.218 billion in the second quarter of 2025, an 8.6% increase. Jan Jenisch, chairman and CEO, said, “We delivered strong revenue growth of 8.6% in the second quarter driven by increased mega-project demand from data centers and energy to advanced manufacturing plants and infrastructure modernization. With the strength of our network and…

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ACA’s Summer Economic Forecast Predicts No Relief 

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The American Cement Association’s (ACA) Market Intelligence team expects inflation and interest rates to remain elevated throughout 2026 – not helping construction in the short-term. The prediction is included in ACA’s Summer Economic Forecast. Continuing uncertainty around the Iran War’s timeline is largely to blame.   According to ACA’s report, higher costs will continue to weigh on construction projects, but…

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Buzzi Unicem Addresses U.S. Demand

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Buzzi Unicem announced half-year results, reporting cement volumes increased by 5.4%, driven by the consolidation of UAE operations. The company reported weak demand in the ready-mix concrete market (-4.2%). Revenue remained stable at €2,188.5 million (-1.1% on a like-for-like basis). EBITDA was €482.7 million (-8.2%), with an unfavorable exchange rate effect of €8.9 million and a margin contraction of approximately…

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Command Alkon Announces Acquisition by Francisco Partners 

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Command Alkon Announces Acquisition by Francisco Partners

Command Alkon announced that Francisco Partners, a global investment firm that specializes in partnering with technology businesses, has agreed to acquire a majority stake in Command Alkon from Thoma Bravo, the world’s largest software-focused investment firm.  Heidelberg Materials, one of the world’s largest integrated manufacturers of heavy building materials and solutions, will retain its significant minority stake in Command Alkon.…

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