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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.


Dodge Momentum Index up in October

The Dodge Momentum Index increased nearly 10 percent in October and is 28 percent higher than in October 2021, according to Dodge Construction Network. Keep Reading

Great Lakes limestone trade up in October

Loadings from U.S. quarries totaled 3.2 million tons and shipments from Canadian quarries totaled 736,157 tons according to the Lake Carriers' Association. Keep Reading

Heidelberg Materials chairman reflects on 2022

Heidelberg Materials’ Dominik von Achten offers a commentary on the company’s third-quarter performance while discussing ongoing initiatives. Keep Reading

Revenue up in Arcosa’s construction products

Arcosa’s construction products revenue was up 7 percent in the third quarter due to strong organic pricing in the face of lower volumes. Keep Reading

MDU Resources experiencing record revenues, backlogs

MDU Resources also continues to work toward completing the separation of Knife River Corp., which is expected in 2023. Keep Reading

How Summit Materials performed in the third quarter

Company executives Anne Noonan and Brian Harris reflect on how Summit Materials fared in July, August and September. Keep Reading

Deal expands Summit Materials into Florida

The acquisition of SCI Materials provides Summit Materials entry into the Sunshine State. Keep Reading

Mixed outlook on tap for 2023

Dodge Construction Network’s Richard Branch says while the economy will likely slow dramatically in 2023, some construction sectors will feel the impact more than others. Keep Reading

Pricing momentum continues for Vulcan in third quarter

Vulcan Materials says its total revenues were up 38 percent in the quarter, with average selling prices up sharply. Keep Reading

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