Editors’ Blog
Vulcan Materials reacts as Mexican operation suspended
The company released a statement about the suspension of limestone quarrying activities in Quintana Roo following a government shutdown order. Keep Reading
NSSGA’s Young Leaders gather in San Diego
The four-day National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) event drew a record number of attendees. Keep Reading
How investing in people can change operations
Turner Mining Group’s Thomas Haun speaks with P&Q's Kevin Yanik about where producers and contractors are on the challenging labor front. Keep Reading
How spring start-up is going nationwide
Pit & Quarry’s Kevin Yanik touches on the start to the aggregate production season and factors like weather and supply slowdowns that are affecting some producers. Keep Reading
Republican governors write Biden opposing PLAs
More than a dozen Republican governors penned a letter to President Biden opposing his executive order requiring project labor agreements (PLAs) on federal construction projects exceeding $35 million. Keep Reading
Sunbelt makes major investment in electric pickups
Sunbelt Rentals is purchasing 700 Ford F-150 Lightning trucks, further electrifying its on-road fleet. Keep Reading
Producers interested in attending Roundtable can still apply
Pit & Quarry has a few spots remaining for aggregate producers who want to participate in the magazine’s June 7-8 Roundtable at Chateau Elan outside of Atlanta. Find out how you can join us for the annual event. Keep Reading
NSSGA: Freight rail issues severely impacting producers
The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) says declining rail service and unwarranted price increases for aggregate shippers are delaying and increasing costs for infrastructure projects. Keep Reading
What’s next for Vulcan Materials in Mexico
After finally getting a customs permit for a deep-water port in Mexico, Vulcan now seeks to unlock a portion of its aggregate reserves in the country. Keep Reading
