Editors’ Blog
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
New infrastructure program targets carbon emissions reduction
The Federal Highway Administration says its Carbon Reduction Program is designed to help states develop carbon-reduction strategies. Keep Reading
Holcim US joins Carbon Capture Coalition
Holcim US was unanimously approved to join the Carbon Capture Coalition, making it the first cement and concrete company to join the coalition. Keep Reading
AGC, Procore starting scholarship for HBCU construction students
The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) and Procore raised $500,000 for a scholarship for construction students attending HBCUs. Keep Reading
