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.
How Russia’s war on Ukraine will impact construction
Ken Simonson, chief economist at the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC), discusses the economic ramifications ahead for industries that are huge consumers of diesel fuel. Keep Reading
Dodge Momentum Index back on upward track
The Dodge Momentum Index bounced back in February following three consecutive months of declines. Keep Reading
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
