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.
USGS: Fourth-quarter aggregate production up 7 percent
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), which collects production data through quarterly surveys, offers details about recent crushed stone, sand and gravel outputs. Keep Reading
CRH offers reflection on 2021 performance
The company says last year presented additional growth, with CRH Americas Materials experiencing a 10 percent increase in materials sales. Keep Reading
Despite limitations, producers confident enough to spend
FMI Capital Advisors’ George Reddin and Rob Mineo visit with P&Q’s Kevin Yanik to discuss the latest dynamics surrounding capital expenditures. Keep Reading
What’s the mood right now among construction materials producers?
FMI Capital Advisors’ Rob Mineo and George Reddin pay P&Q another visit, breaking down the residential construction market and offering analysis of highways and streets while discussing impacts like inflation and labor. Keep Reading
AGC: Construction spending rose in January 2022
While spending is up from December and year-over-year, the Associated General Contractors of America say public construction is still awaiting IIJA funding. Keep Reading
GCAA meeting regains momentum after lost year
The Georgia Construction Aggregate Association (GCAA) had a huge turnout last week at its Management Workshop & Expo, which drew leaders from Vulcan Materials, Martin Marietta and other leading producers. Keep Reading
Modest gains made in Holcim aggregate business
Aggregate sales volumes at Holcim last year were up nearly 1 percent in North America, and they climbed about 5 percent for the company globally. Keep Reading
Granite offers window into 2021 material business
Granite Construction says lower aggregate volumes and wet weather played roles in its fourth quarter last year. Find out more. Keep Reading
How Summit Materials finished 2021
Summit Materials experienced volume growth in aggregates across a number of its territories last year, with average selling prices for aggregates also up. Keep Reading
