Researchers at the University of Washington and Microsoft developed a new seaweed-fortified cement that has a 21% lower global warming potential while retaining its strength.
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Year: 2025
CarbonCure Announces Board Changes
CarbonCure Technologies announced key updates to its board of directors, including the appointment of Stacy Kauk and the election of a new chair and vice chair. A pioneering sustainability executive, Kauk brings more than 20 years of experience catalyzing innovation through the voluntary carbon market and mobilizing corporate climate action.
Read MoreQlar Makes Return to North America
After rebranding to Qlar in May 2024, the bulk material specialist formerly known as Schenck Process has officially returned to the North American market. Current customers with Schenck systems can now access extensive aftermarket, spare parts and maintenance services, along with new offerings, the company stated.
Read MoreBinMaster Launches New VRX Line of Vibrating Probes
Built for durability and reliability in BinMaster’s signature red housing, the VRX series of vibrating probes is engineered to provide dependable point-level detection for powders and bulk solids – even under the most demanding industrial conditions.
Read MoreNew Great Lakes Cement Carrier Enters Service
MV Tamarack arrived at the Port of Montreal on Aug. 22, completing her maiden transatlantic voyage and marking a major milestone in North American shipping. Owned by Eureka Shipping, the vessel is the first newly built cement carrier to enter service in the Great Lakes in two decades.
Read MoreZachry Corp. Subsidiary to Add, Rebrand Jarco Ready Mix
Arcline Equity Holdings agreed to acquire the operations of Jarco Ready Mix, including six plants serving the San Antonio and Corpus Christi, Texas, markets. With a payroll of 87, they will operate as Arcline Ready Mix, a sister business of San Antonio cement producer Capitol Aggregates. Both are subsidiaries of Texas construction giant Zachry Corp., also based in San Antonio.
Read MoreACA to Co-Host Blended Cements Workshop
American Cement Association, along with industry partners National Ready Mixed Concrete Association and American Society of Concrete Contractors, will host a comprehensive Blended Cements Workshop in Indianapolis, Ind., on Sept. 10.
Read MoreMay Cement Shipments Down 7.5% from 2024
Total shipments of portland and blended cement, including imports, in the United States and Puerto Rico in May 2025 were an estimated 8.91 million metric tons (Mt), a 7.5% decrease from shipments in May 2024, according to the most recent USGS Mineral Industry Survey. Shipments for the year through May totaled an estimated 37.9 Mt, a 6.0% decrease from those for…
Read MoreU.S. Summer Cement Outlook
Construction Materials Economist Ed Sullivan just came out with his Summer Forecast. His conclusion: the near-term outlook is sour. The Summer Forecast reflects rising tariff-induced inflation, a significant consumer spending slowdown, a weaker job market, and an initially hesitant Federal Reserve that is slow to cut interest rates.
Read MoreCemex Balcones Plant Advances Biodiversity, Community Programs
Cemex announced significant progress on sustainability initiatives at its Balcones cement plant and quarry in New Braunfels, Texas. At the heart of these efforts is the Cemex Nature Center, a 33‑acre open space dedicated to biodiversity, environmental education and community engagement.
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