As part of its ongoing efforts to improve its mineral market analysis, mining consulting and exploration services, the Geographic Information System (GIS) team at Burgex Mining Consultants has developed a comprehensive interactive geospatial model of construction aggregate supply and demand in the southeastern United States.
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U.S. Concrete Aggregates Product Revenue an All-Time High
U.S. Concrete Inc. announced results for the quarter ended March 31, noting consolidated revenue was $285.7 million, a decrease of $48.7 million, or 14.6%, compared to the prior year first quarter, primarily as a result of lower ready-mixed concrete volumes. Aggressive cost-containment measures, operating efficiencies and growth from the aggregate products segment helped to mitigate the impact on operating income from lower revenue.
Read MoreMDU Resources Doubles First Quarter Earnings
MDU Resources Group Inc. reported first quarter earnings of $52.1 million, or 26 cents per share, compared to first quarter 2020 earnings of $25.1 million, or 13 cents per share.
Read MoreHeidelbergCement Reports North American Aggregates Gains
HeidelbergCement noted significant margin increases in the first quarter of 2021, according to the company. Group revenue rose by 1%. Significant margin increases were evident in all regions, particularly in North America, Europe and Africa-Eastern Mediterranean Basin
Read MoreCEMEX USA Promotes Environmental Excellence
CEMEX USA just wrapped up its first national Sustainability Month, promoting awareness and hosting activities across the United States aimed at inspiring positive action for the planet while celebrating the company’s longstanding commitment to sustainability and environmental excellence.
Read MoreMSHA Reports Eighth Fatality
The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) reported that on April 19, a miner at Frontera Materials, Hidalgo, Texas, stopped his haul truck in front of his personal vehicle to get his lunch. While standing and eating his lunch, the haul truck rolled forward, pinning the miner between the haul truck and his personal truck.
Read MoreNSSGA Young Leaders Meeting Goes Virtual
The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) held the 2021 Young Leaders Annual Meeting on April 28-29 in a digital format. The meeting took place over two half-days with education and professional development sessions.
Read MoreMartin Marietta Reports Record First-Quarter Consolidated Revenues
Martin Marietta Materials Inc. reported results for the first quarter ended March 31. Total revenues were $982.4 million versus $958.2 million in the first quarter of 2020.
Read MoreVulcan Aggregates Business Rises in First Quarter
Vulcan Materials Co. announced results for the quarter ended March 31. First-quarter total revenues were $1.068 billion, versus $1.049 billion in the first quarter of 2020. Net earnings were $161 million. Trailing 12-month totals were $4.876 billion versus $4.982 billion.
Read MoreNew Enterprise Acquires Hempt Bros.
New Enterprise Stone & Lime Co. Inc. (NESL) has acquired all the outstanding stock of Hempt Bros. Inc. The strategic acquisition consists of three aggregate plants, four hot mix asphalt plants, two ready mixed concrete plants, paving and heavy highway construction in the Harrisburg, Pa., area.
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