Former Summit Exec Hill Joins Knife River Board

Knife River Corp. announced today that Thomas W. Hill has been elected by Knife River’s stockholders at the 2024 annual meeting of stockholders to serve on its board of directors. Hill brings deep construction materials knowledge and decades of corporate leadership experience to the Knife River board. He previously served on the boards for CRH plc and Summit Materials Inc., and…

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New Economic Impact Study Highlights Critical Role of Commercial Explosives 

The Institute of Makers of Explosives (IME) released its first-ever economic impact study highlighting the importance of the commercial explosives industry at the national, state and congressional district levels. The study, based on 2023 data, revealed that the commercial explosives industry creates more than 60,000 jobs and contributes more than $19 billion each year to the U.S. economy. Considered the…

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Dodge Momentum Index Rises 6.1% in April 

The Dodge Momentum Index (DMI), issued by Dodge Construction Network, increased 6.1% in April to 173.9 (2000=100) from the revised March reading of 164.0. Over the month, commercial planning improved 12.6% and institutional planning dropped 6.3%. “The Dodge Momentum Index (DMI) saw positive progress in April, alongside a deluge of data center projects that entered the planning stage,” stated Sarah…

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Durex Hires Tate Sutton

Durex Products Inc. announced Tate Sutton as the newest addition to the Durex Team, joining the company as the business development manager for its Urethane Liners, Wear Parts and Accessories division. With a rich background spanning 16 years in sales and operations within the Ready-Mix industry across the Midwest, Sutton brings a wealth of firsthand experience.  “His deep understanding of the concrete…

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Bill Would Protect U.S. Corporate Interests Abroad

Congressman August Pfluger (R-Texas) introduced the Defending American Property Abroad Act, a crucial piece of legislation aimed at protecting American companies operating abroad, particularly in the Western Hemisphere. The need for this legislation has been underscored by recent actions taken by the Mexican government, which threaten the property rights of American companies, a news release said. For example, President Andrés…

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