This category brings together commercially relevant news, industry signals and infrastructure intelligence, helping readers follow the people, projects, technologies and markets driving change across the sector.
SteelPhalt™, a division of Harsco Environmental, has unveiled a striking new brand identity, cementing its role as a leader in sustainable roadmaking solutions. Wi...
As buildings and infrastructure age, the need for effective, efficient structural monitoring has become critical. Traditional methods often require specialised equipment...
As the world pushes for sustainability, CRH, a global leader in building materials, is making bold strides in decarbonisation. The company has unveiled Romania’s first wi...
China’s rapid urbanisation has spurred an equally rapid growth in waste production. At the heart of this challenge is the country’s expanding waste incineration sector, w...
Imagine driving on a road embedded with microcapsules that release healing agents to mend cracks autonomously. You might wonder how this technology works and what it mean...
London Concrete, a division of the global Holcim Group, has introduced two pioneering foam concrete products—Airium Roadfill and Airium Voidfill—to the UK construction ma...
The bitumen market, driven by a blend of local economic factors and global supply dynamics, experienced notable shifts in October 2024. Here’s a detailed analysis of the...
In an impressive breakthrough, researchers have successfully 3D printed one of the world’s toughest stainless steels—17-4 PH—offering significant advancements for industr...
The McPhee Creek iron ore mine has received its final government approvals, setting the stage for a new chapter in Western Australia’s resource sector. With an anticipate...
Africa, a continent endowed with abundant resources like diamonds, cobalt, uranium, platinum, and gold, holds some of the world’s largest mineral reserves. Yet, for...
The road to a more sustainable future is being paved by Aggregate Industries, a leader in the UK’s construction materials sector, is making significant strides towards cr...
When it comes to asphalt production, sustainability and compliance with stringent environmental regulations are more important than ever. In the midst of this, WWA Wester...
The concrete admixture industry is on an exciting growth trajectory, and one name that’s making waves is Cortec®. Recognised as a key market player in the latest re...
In the race to secure a future powered by clean, reliable energy, nuclear power is a pivotal player. Yet, behind the scenes of this immense potential, researchers are sol...
In the ever-evolving landscape of road construction, reduced-temperature asphalt, also referred to as warm mix or low-temperature asphalt, has been gaining significant tr...
Liquid waterproofing can offer a durable protective and surfacing option for high-volume locations such as car parks, but achieving a long-lasting finish is all about the...
Electrolytes—the unsung heroes of many electrochemical processes—are not just the key to powering electric vehicles but may soon be a crucial player in transforming heavy...
At InnoTrans, the leading international trade fair for transport technology, POLYVANTIS made waves with the introduction of its latest LEXAN™ sheet series. This ne...
Coastlines are more than scenic views or tourist hotspots; they are dynamic ecosystems that underpin much of our planet’s ecological and economic stability. The health of...
The future of materials science is arriving fast, and Tokyo is once again ready to host its premier platform for high-performance materials. This year, Highly-functional...
National Highways has embarked on an ambitious mission to reshape the future of road construction, trialling an innovative graphene-enhanced asphalt aimed at extending pa...
Researchers at the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) have made a breakthrough discovery that could revolutionise the separation of rare-earth me...
Rare-earth elements are the unsung heroes of modern technology, quietly powering everything from smartphones and LED lightbulbs to electric vehicles and wind turbines. Ye...
From nylon and Teflon to Kevlar and beyond, polymers are the backbone of modern industry. These versatile, large-molecule compounds have transformed everything from house...
The oil and gas market can change at any moment. Unfortunately, infrastructure development takes so long that a good market outlook at the beginning of a greenfield proje...
The construction industry is on the brink of a transformation that could alter the way we build, breathe, and live. Imagine buildings that autonomously adjust to environm...
Electronic waste, or e-waste, is a rapidly growing global problem, and it’s expected to worsen with the production of new kinds of flexible electronics for robotics, wear...
PPG today announced the introduction of PPG PRIMERONTM Optimal zinc epoxy powder primer. The patent-pending product is formulated with an optimized amount of zinc, provid...
In a significant stride towards securing essential resources for Europe’s future, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and the European Union (EU)...
Enercon Emden originally purchased a Liebherr Kombimix 2.25 in 2005 for the production of concrete tower segments. The mixing plant has already been modified or extended...
Building on successful programmes in previous years for West Berkshire Council, VolkerHighways, in collaboration with WJ Group, looked once again to employ road surface r...
The durability of asphalt mixtures is significantly influenced by environmental factors in addition to traffic loads. High temperatures can soften bitumen, reducing aspha...
The Moon’s recent discovery of energy resources, such as water ice, has refocused interest on its potential as a sustainable hub for space exploration. NASA has also anno...
Researchers at the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory and the University of Maine have designed and 3D-printed a single-piece, recyclable natural-materi...
FUELSTAT® One is a new test kit designed to rapidly detect microbial contamination in diesel fuel to prevent operational downtime and safety issues and can be used throug...
Bitumen, a cornerstone in road construction and roofing, is a complex material with unique responses to stress. Its viscoelastic nature means it can behave as both a soli...
Slipform pavers can be used for paving monolithic concrete constructions with the offset method. Kerbs, gutter profiles, concrete safety barriers, cycle paths, and many o...
Kapsch TrafficCom has announced that together with Austrian roadway operator Asfinag, the first operational Green Gantry was installed in Carinthia, Austria. Unlike tradi...
When you are driving down the highway, you are probably not thinking much about what’s under the asphalt. But have you ever considered how those sprawling roads stand up...
Bitumen, a highly viscous form of petroleum, is a cornerstone in modern construction and infrastructure. This black, sticky substance, known as asphalt in American Englis...
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