Road to Prosperity
Road to Prosperity is a series developed with support from Van Der Graaf, and focuses on discussing and highlighting positive developments, trends, and advancements within the aggregate and mining industries, exploring ways to move forward and achieve success.
Rockydale acquires contractor in Virginia
Rockydale Quarries Corp. came to terms on a deal with B&S Contracting, which has asphalt plants in the state. Keep Reading
Howe appointed president of Motion
James Howe, who previously served Motion in executive capacities, will lead the company in his new role. Keep Reading
Heidelberg Materials, Eagle partner on new slag facility
Heidelberg Materials North America and Eagle Materials are collaborating on a new slag cement facility that will get underway this year in Houston. Keep Reading
CRH completes deals for BoDean, Northgate
The acquisitions provide CRH’s Materials Solutions business with entry into the state of California. Keep Reading
How construction materials firms fared in the first quarter
Factors such as pricing momentum, federal projects coming online and broad economic optimism are helping construction materials companies outperform the broader markets. Keep Reading
ABC: Latest report shows construction job openings are up
Construction job openings increased by 16,000 in February 2024 and were 32,000 above a year ago, according to the Associated Builders & Contractors (ABC). Keep Reading
Covia acquiring Sidley sand operation
The R.W. Sidley silica sand mining site in Thompson, Ohio, will become a Covia operation this year. Keep Reading
ARA releases updated economic forecast
The American Rental Association (ARA) forecasts a 7.9 percent increase in construction and general tool rental revenue in 2024 totaling $77.3 billion. Keep Reading
Dodge Momentum Index dips in February
The Dodge Momentum Index was down 1.4 percent in February, but it remains 1 percent above its February 2023 mark. Keep Reading
