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Honda may target off-road markets with autonomous vehicle
Honda just completed a field test of an autonomous work vehicle prototype that could someday present possibilities in work environments like pits and quarries. Keep Reading
Knife River acquires Baker Rock Resources in Northwest
Knife River, the construction materials subsidiary of MDU Resources Group, also acquired Oregon Mainline Paving. Keep Reading
Why talk of eliminating fossil fuels makes no sense
As some policymakers make clear that the end of fossil fuels is their immediate end goal, the aggregate industry must be prepared to counter their interests. P&Q editor-in-chief Kevin Yanik explains. Keep Reading
California operations honored for safety excellence
The California Construction & Industrial Minerals Association revealed the winners of its 2021 Excellence in Safety Awards. Keep Reading
Buyers, sellers come to grips with supply bottlenecks
The aggregate industry has faced many equipment and part supply challenges in 2021, but companies are learning to adapt to the quickly changing landscape. Keep Reading
Rohr-Idreco debuts Hawk, Falcon dredges
Rohr-Idreco Dredge Systems developed the Hawk cutter suction dredge (CSD) model for dredging up to 45 ft., and the Falcon CSD for up to 65 ft. Keep Reading
GRT, Valley Rubber come together via acquisition
GRT Rubber Technologies acquired Valley Rubber, a manufacturer of custom rubber solutions for mining and industrial applications. Keep Reading
‘Acquiring’ labor as a solution
Labor is a significant impediment to aggregate producer growth, but mergers and acquisitions present a solution to this age-old industry problem. FMI Capital Advisors’ George Reddin explains why. Keep Reading
Is another big industry acquisition on the horizon?
Vulcan Materials and Martin Marietta both made sizable acquisitions in 2021. Could they – or another big aggregate producer – complete yet another 'thunderclap' deal anytime soon? Keep Reading
