News
Recent Posts & and Updates
-
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America Applauds Creation of Carbon Capture Incentive Program in Alberta
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America congratulates the Government of Alberta for the creation of its Alberta Carbon Capture Incentive Program (ACCIP), which provides up to 12 per cent of eligible capital costs to integrate carbon capture, utilization, and storage technology (CCUS) into heavy industrial operations across multiple industry sectors. -
Leadership through Sustainability Education
Achieving carbon neutrality is a global challenge, so global companies like ¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ have a powerful role to play when it comes to information-sharing and education. ¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ takes that responsibility seriously and has instituted a variety of pathways to share learnings and best practices, across countries and around the world. -
Concrete for Smooth Skating
Building with concrete is a great way to provide a construction project with strength, durability, resilience and visual appeal. As the first-place winner in the American Concrete Institute’s (ACI) 2023 Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards/Decorative Concrete Category, it is clear that Torguson Park’s new concrete-based skatepark has a whole lot of visual appeal. -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America Acquires Bach & Co. Assets
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America announced today that it has acquired the aggregate assets of Bach & Co. in New York. -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ welcomes delegation to Athens, Georgia Quarry
Last week, in coordination with the Georgia Construction Aggregate Association (GCAA), ¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ hosted a tour for a delegation of elected officials at our Athens, Georgia quarry. -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America Highlights Commitment to Sustainability in September
With the continued focus on decarbonization and development of low carbon building solutions, ¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America took part in several sustainability focused industry events across North America over the past month. -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ Receives Awards at Annual Portland Cement Association Meeting
Annually, the Portland Cement Association (PCA) recognizes outstanding achievements for member companies in safety and environmental performance. We are pleased to announce ¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ was recognized earlier this month in both of those categories. -
Thornton Quarry Wins NSSGA Environmental Excellence Award
Last week, the National Sand, Stone and Gravel Association (NSSGA) announced the recipients of the 2023 Environmental Excellence Awards. We are pleased to announce that the ¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ Thornton Quarry was selected as a recipient in the Gold Category. -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ Hosts Aspen Institute and U.S. Congressional Delegation at Brevik Cement Plant
Recently, ¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ invited the Aspen Institute and a congressional delegation from the U.S. to tour the Brevik project and learn about the technology that will help capture and store 400,000 tons of CO2 per year. -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ’ Delta, BC, Plant Now Producing 100% EcoCem® Portland Limestone Cement
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ is pleased to announce that their Delta, BC, cement plant has recently switched to producing 100% EcoCem® portland limestone cement (PLC). -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America to Acquire Green Drop Rock Products
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America announced today that it has entered into a definitive purchase agreement to acquire the business of Green Drop Rock Products located in Cochrane, Alberta. -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America and MHI Are Working Toward First Full-Scale Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage Solution for Cement Industry
Industry-leading Carbon Capture Utilization and Storage (CCUS) Facility in Edmonton, Alberta, continues to advance with MHI pilot plant. -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ announces slag supply agreement with the Levy Group of Companies
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ announced today that it has entered into an agreement with the Levy Group of Companies to secure a consistent supply of slag granules to produce high-quality slag cement at its Speed, Indiana, facility. -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America selects WSP as Owner’s Engineer for Edmonton Carbon Capture and Storage Project
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ is pleased to announce the selection of WSP as the Owner's Engineers for the Edmonton, Alberta Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) Project. This facility, slated to begin construction late next year, will be the cement industry’s first full-scale application of carbon capture. -
U.S. DOE Selects ¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ’ New Cement Plant in Mitchell for Carbon Capture Demonstration Projects Program Funding
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America is pleased to announce it has been selected for award negotiation to receive approximately $5 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations (OCED), Carbon Capture Demonstration Projects Program. -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ Completes Acquisition of The SEFA Group, Inc.
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ announced today that it has completed the purchase of The SEFA Group Inc., the largest recycler of fly ash sold for use in concrete products in the United States. -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ announces first clinker at new cement plant in Mitchell, Indiana
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ is pleased to announce that the first clinker was produced at the company’s new state-of-the-art cement plant in Mitchell, Indiana, on April 23, 2023. -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ to acquire The SEFA Group, Inc.
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ has entered into a definitive purchase agreement to acquire The SEFA Group, Inc., the largest recycler of fly ash sold for use in concrete products in the U.S. -
Congresswoman Erin Houchin Visits Mitchell Plant
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ welcomed Congresswoman Erin Houchin at the new Mitchell, Indiana, cement facility for a visit on Tuesday, April 11. -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ to partner with the Government of Canada for the First Global Net Zero Carbon Capture and Storage Facility (CCUS) in the Cement Industry
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ is pleased to announce the successful completion of a Memorandum of Understanding between ¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ and the Government of Canada. This partnership will support ¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ’ project to develop the cement industry’s first global full scale Carbon Capture Utilization and Storage (CCUS) facility at the company’s Edmonton location.
Featured
-
Lewisville Pit Open House Builds Connections Ahead of Expansion
Jul 8, 2026, 13:30 by Jeff Sieg¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ recently welcomed neighbors and community members to an open house at the Lewisville Pit, in Battle Ground, Washington.Full story -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ Commemorates Historic Village of Dexter at Nazareth Plant
Jun 29, 2026, 13:47 by Jeff SiegLast month, ¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ commemorated the historic Village of Dexter, which once stood on the site of our Nazareth, Pennsylvania, cement plant.Full story -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America announces strategic investment in AmeriTex Pipe & Products
May 19, 2026, 09:24 by Jeff Sieg¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America announced today that it has agreed to acquire a minority stake in AmeriTex Pipe & Products, a leading provider of reinforced concrete pipe, box culverts and precast concrete products in Texas.Full story -
Digital Tools Help Minimize Embodied Carbon Overages
May 1, 2026, 12:37 by Jeff SiegThe concrete industry is demonstrating leadership in its ability to deliver and quantify carbon reductions in the built environment, but challenges remain.Full story -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America completes acquisition of BURNCO’s Edmonton assets
Apr 1, 2026, 10:32 by Jeff Sieg¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America announced today that it has completed the acquisition of the Edmonton, Alberta, assets of BURNCO, a successful fifth-generation family-owned construction materials company with locations in Canada and the United States.Full story -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America Achieves Milestone with Autonomous Haul Trucks at Lake Bridgeport Quarry
Jan 15, 2026, 07:48 by Jeff Sieg¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America today announced it has autonomously hauled more than two million tons of limestone at its Lake Bridgeport Quarry in Texas over the course of eight months.Full story -
Quarry Life Award 2025: Hoosier Cavefish Project Earns International Recognition
Dec 17, 2025, 16:38 by Jeff Sieg¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America is proud to celebrate a project that earned the Beyond Quarry Borders Award in the international Quarry Life Award 2025 competition — a study of the endangered Hoosier cavefish (Amblyopsis hoosieri) in Hamer Cave, Indiana.Full story -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America Honors Veterans with $20,000 Donation to Fisher House Foundation
Dec 15, 2025, 12:54 by Jeff SiegIn recognition of Veterans Day and to honor the veterans within its workforce, ¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America announced a $20,000 donation to Fisher House Foundation - an organization that provides comfort and housing to military families receiving medical care.Full story -
Hockley & Brookshire Plants Recognized for Environmental Excellence
Dec 3, 2025, 13:57 by Jeff SiegThe National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA) recognizes ¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America's Hockley and Brookshire ready-mixed concrete plants for environmental excellence.Full story -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America accelerates growth and strengthens low carbon offerings in the Mid-Atlantic U.S. with acquisition of Walan Specialty Construction Products
Nov 20, 2025, 13:32 by Jeff Sieg¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America announced today that it has entered into a binding purchase agreement to acquire Walan Specialty Construction Products in Wilmington, Delaware.Full story -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America Announces Sustainable Advancements at Edmonton Cement Plant
Nov 14, 2024, 12:43 by Jeff Sieg¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America is pleased to announce significant environmental advancements at its Edmonton cement plant, marking substantial progress towards more sustainable manufacturing and waste management.Full story
Recent
-
Lewisville Pit Open House Builds Connections Ahead of Expansion
Jul 8, 2026, 13:30 by Jeff Sieg¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ recently welcomed neighbors and community members to an open house at the Lewisville Pit, in Battle Ground, Washington.Full story -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ Commemorates Historic Village of Dexter at Nazareth Plant
Jun 29, 2026, 13:47 by Jeff SiegLast month, ¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ commemorated the historic Village of Dexter, which once stood on the site of our Nazareth, Pennsylvania, cement plant.Full story -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America announces strategic investment in AmeriTex Pipe & Products
May 19, 2026, 09:24 by Jeff Sieg¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America announced today that it has agreed to acquire a minority stake in AmeriTex Pipe & Products, a leading provider of reinforced concrete pipe, box culverts and precast concrete products in Texas.Full story -
Digital Tools Help Minimize Embodied Carbon Overages
May 1, 2026, 12:37 by Jeff SiegThe concrete industry is demonstrating leadership in its ability to deliver and quantify carbon reductions in the built environment, but challenges remain.Full story -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America completes acquisition of BURNCO’s Edmonton assets
Apr 1, 2026, 10:32 by Jeff Sieg¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America announced today that it has completed the acquisition of the Edmonton, Alberta, assets of BURNCO, a successful fifth-generation family-owned construction materials company with locations in Canada and the United States.Full story -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America Achieves Milestone with Autonomous Haul Trucks at Lake Bridgeport Quarry
Jan 15, 2026, 07:48 by Jeff Sieg¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America today announced it has autonomously hauled more than two million tons of limestone at its Lake Bridgeport Quarry in Texas over the course of eight months.Full story -
Quarry Life Award 2025: Hoosier Cavefish Project Earns International Recognition
Dec 17, 2025, 16:38 by Jeff Sieg¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America is proud to celebrate a project that earned the Beyond Quarry Borders Award in the international Quarry Life Award 2025 competition — a study of the endangered Hoosier cavefish (Amblyopsis hoosieri) in Hamer Cave, Indiana.Full story -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America Honors Veterans with $20,000 Donation to Fisher House Foundation
Dec 15, 2025, 12:54 by Jeff SiegIn recognition of Veterans Day and to honor the veterans within its workforce, ¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America announced a $20,000 donation to Fisher House Foundation - an organization that provides comfort and housing to military families receiving medical care.Full story -
Hockley & Brookshire Plants Recognized for Environmental Excellence
Dec 3, 2025, 13:57 by Jeff SiegThe National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA) recognizes ¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America's Hockley and Brookshire ready-mixed concrete plants for environmental excellence.Full story -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America accelerates growth and strengthens low carbon offerings in the Mid-Atlantic U.S. with acquisition of Walan Specialty Construction Products
Nov 20, 2025, 13:32 by Jeff Sieg¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America announced today that it has entered into a binding purchase agreement to acquire Walan Specialty Construction Products in Wilmington, Delaware.Full story