Road to Recovery
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.
Martin: Production steady, but new pressures emerging
Martin Stone Quarries owner Rod Martin weighs in from the Mid-Atlantic with a Road to Recovery commentary on aggregate production and pricing. Keep Reading
Dodge: Construction starts rebound in October 2020
According to Dodge Data & Analytics, the gains dominated all major sectors following large declines in September 2020. Keep Reading
Alexander: Solid demand continues, pricing remains healthy
Arcosa’s Scott Alexander offers a viewpoint on behalf of one of the nation’s public companies. Keep Reading
Breaking down US construction markets
Construction markets have been inconsistent during the pandemic, with certain segments thriving while others struggle. Ken Simonson of the Associated General Contractors of America explains the divide. Keep Reading
Dodge: Expect construction starts to recover slowly in 2021
Dodge Data & Analytics' annual outlook report is now available, with the firm predicting an uneven recovery through next year. Keep Reading
NSSGA, PCA heads offer remarks on presidential election
Michael Johnson of the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) and Mike Ireland of the Portland Cement Association (PCA) issued statements about the 2020 presidential election. Keep Reading
AGC economist offers a look at 2021
Ken Simonson, chief economist at the Associated General Contractors of America, expects residential construction to climb in the months ahead. Other market segments, however, may not be as fortunate. Keep Reading
Industry associations react to presidential election
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers, Associated Equipment Distributors and Associated General Contractors of America offer remarks on Joe Biden becoming president-elect. Keep Reading
ARTBA: Voters approve record percentage of transportation investments
The American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) reports that 94 percent of transportation investment initiatives on the ballot this year were approved, totaling $14 billion. Keep Reading
