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UK construction sector increases research and development spending by 8% year-on-year to Euro432m in 2020

01 April 2021

UK: Business consultant Catax has reported an 8% year-on-year rise in the UK construction sector’s research and development spending in 2020 to Euro432m from Euro401m in 2019. Total UK spending in the area across all sectors grew by 5% year-on-year to Euro45.1m. Gross domestic product fell by 9%.

Chief executive officer Mark Tighe said, “The pandemic stopped businesses in their tracks but those reliant on innovation clearly didn’t take their foot off the gas.” He added, “The construction sector shut completely in the first lockdown but, even so, the industry still grew its research and development spending on an annual basis last year. This will put the sector on a strong footing as we recover from the impact of the pandemic.”

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Tarmac establishes new reptile habitats at Bellhouse quarry

01 April 2021

UK: Tarmac, part of Ireland-based CRH, has relocated reptiles to purpose-built bespoke habitats at its Bellhouse, Essex, quarry. The reptiles lived in an area of planned quarry expansion. Work began in 2016 on the new habitat for grass snakes, common lizards and slow worms, consisting of acid grassland, tussocks and ponds. The company plans to expand the reserve under its site restoration process. It says that this will enable reptile populations to grow.

Restoration manager Enrique Moran Montero said, “The restoration phase of a quarry provides so many opportunities to promote local fauna and flora, and we pride ourselves in making the most of this land. From nature reserves to parks and wildlife learning zones for schools to use, we always strive to provide benefits for local wildlife as well as the communities we work in.”

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Cement Admixtures Association becomes Mineral Products Association member

25 March 2021

UK: The Mineral Products Association (MPA) has announced the accession of a new affiliate member, the Cement Admixtures Association (CAA). The CAA represents admixture producers that supply construction and civil engineering in the UK. It was a founding signatory of Construction Industry Sustainable Construction Strategy in 2008.

MPA chief executive officer Nigel Jackson said, “We are delighted to have the CAA and its members as affiliates of the MPA. We look forward to increasingly close collaboration on our common objectives to improve the sustainability of key mineral products and promoting best practice in concrete and masonry construction.”

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Chris Bradbury appointed as plant manager of Tarmac’s Dunbar cement plant in Scotland

24 March 2021

UK: CRH subsidiary Tarmac has appointed Chris Bradbury as the plant manager at its integrated Dunbar cement plant in East Lothian, Scotland. He previously worked at Tarmac’s Tunstead plant in Derbyshire. Bradbury began working in the cement industry as an apprentice in 1994 and has held many roles at plants both in the UK and in Nigeria and the Philippines.

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HyNet North West carbon capture and storage consortium receives Euro84m funding

17 March 2021

UK: Germany-based HeidelbergCement subsidiary Hanson has received the green light for its planned carbon capture and storage (CCS) study at its Padeswood cement plant in Flintshire after its partner, the HyNet North West consortium received Euro84m in funding. The study will support a design basis and cost estimate for a carbon capture unit at the cement plant and a connection to the planned HyNet North West CO2 transport and storage system. Euro46m of the funding came from consortium partners while Euro38m came from a UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) Industrial Decarbonisation Challenge grant.

Hanson chief executive officer Simon Willis said, “Today’s funding announcement is fantastic news for everyone involved in HyNet North West. Cutting CO2 emissions is a key priority for us, and we are excited to be one of the first UK cement producers working on carbon capture and storage (CCS) as part of this collaborative project.” He added, “We’ve taken big steps towards reducing carbon emissions and have set ourselves an ambitious target of achieving a 50% reduction in CO2 emissions by 2030, based on 1990 levels, and net zero carbon concrete by 2050. CCS at cement plants is a key part of our roadmap to net zero.”

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Breedon Group fights coronavirus with strong second half to 2020

17 March 2021

UK: Breedon Group’s revenue remained stable in 2020 at Euro1.08bn. Its underlying earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) fell by 34% year-on-year to Euro89.3m in 2020 from Euro136m in 2019. Cement sales volumes stayed stable at 2Mt but ready-mixed concrete sales volumes dropped by 13% to 2.6Mm3 from 3Mm3. The group reported a strong second half of 2020 following coronavirus-related disruption.

“Although we remain mindful of the ongoing impact of Covis-19, with the worst of the pandemic now hopefully behind us and some welcome clarity on Brexit, I believe the prospects for Breedon and for our industry are increasingly positive,” said Pat Ward, Breedon Group’s chief executive.

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Michael Wildmore appointed as Hanson’s technical development manager for cement

10 March 2021

UK: HeidelbergCement subsidiary Hanson has appointed Michael Wildmore as the technical development manager for its cement business. He holds over 30 years’ experience in senior technical and quality management roles in the building materials industry, according to Construction Index.

Wildmore joined Hanson UK, part of the HeidelbergCement, as a technical sales advisor in January 2020 having previously spent five years with Tarmac, latterly as technical manager at Tarmac Building Products. Before that, he worked for 20 years with Redland and subsequently Lafarge and LafargeHolcim after acquisitions and mergers. He is an associate member of the Institute of Concrete Technology and is on technical committees of the Mineral Products Association (MPA).

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Global Cement and Concrete Association recognises International Women’s Day with call-to-action video

08 March 2021

UK: The Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA) has launched a video in recognition of the positive impact of women in the cement and concrete industry. The ‘call-to-action’ video also advances gender equality, in celebration of International Women’s Day.

Chief executive officer Dinah McLeod said, “As we help build the sustainable world of tomorrow, ensuring gender balance across all levels will encourage innovation and the forward thinking that we need to meet our climate goals. Our industry contributes to all UN Sustainable Development Goals including gender equality. We encourage more women to enter our industry to help shape its future and tackle the biggest challenge of our time – climate change.”

GCCA gender equality initiatives include the Global Cement and Concrete Industry Women’s Network and ‘Lean in Circles.’ The Women’s Network holds meetings and discussions to bring together women across GCCA member companies. Lean in Circles connects women across its networks in addressing specific issues. Women across the sector are encouraged to join. With these, the association aims to provide support, build confidence and ultimately increase diversity in the sector.

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Hillhead exhibition postponed until June 2022

08 March 2021

UK: QMJ Group has decided to postpone its Hillhead quarrying and recycling show until 21 – 23 June 2022. It follows review of its plans for 2021 with consideration given to the government’s post-Covid pandemic reopening roadmap. The event was originally planned to take place in June 2021.

Event director Richard Bradbury said, “Under these guidelines, it is clear that the show will not be able to operate legally in June this year. Our priority is to provide the Hillhead experience that our exhibitors and visitors have come to expect but, with the continuing uncertainty around travel restrictions and social distancing measures, this is not achievable in 2021.” He added, “By delaying the show until June 2022, the full benefits of a completed vaccination programme will have filtered through, allowing us to deliver a safe and vibrant event. The team looks forward to welcoming you back to Hillhead Quarry, Buxton, from 21 - 23 June 2022.”

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Cemex UK launches Supaflo Rapide screed

04 March 2021

UK: Mexico-based Cemex subsidiary Cemex UK has announced the launch of Supaflo Rapide, a calcium sulphate binder-based screed for all domestic and commercial floor applications. The company said that the product achieved a moisture condition of below 75% relative humidity at between 10 and 15 days under controlled conditions.

West Europe regional quality and product technology director Steve Crompton said, “Our technical expertise has enabled us to develop a new, more sustainable, premium quality screed that will help increase the efficiency of the job site, allow effective use of labour and improve the climate impact of projects. Supaflo Rapide uses an enhanced calcium sulphate binder and the latest admixture technology to cut down on drying time while maintaining the speed of installation associated with these types of screeds.” He added, “This will greatly benefit construction companies as they juggle the on-going challenges of site working requirements alongside increasing demand for fast and safe completion of jobs with a lower environmental impact.”

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