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Awards and honours at the International Slurry Surfacing Association Convention
Awards and honours at the International Slurry Surfacing Association Convention The 57th Annual Convention of the International Slurry Surfacing Association was held in February 18-21, 2019, in Cancun, Mexico. Founded in 1963, the International Slurry Surfacing Association (ISSA) is a non-profit ass...
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Dalian Airport enlarges their Boschung Jetbroom fleet to keep planes flying
Dalian Airport enlarges their Boschung Jetbroom fleet to keep planes flying Dalian Zhoushuizi Airport in China has recorded significantly increased aircraft flights over the last few years due to a rapid growth in passenger and cargo volumes. The local climate however presents the airport with many...
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Australia on the way to funding A$204.3 million for 330 new regional projects
Australia on the way to funding A$204.3 million for 330 new regional projects Regional communities throughout Australia will benefit from 330 new infrastructure projects and community initiatives, as part of a $204.3 million investment under Round 3 of the Federal Liberal and Nationals Government’s...
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Global UNESCO Conference on Artificial Intelligence urge rights-based governance of AI
Global UNESCO Conference on Artificial Intelligence urge rights-based governance of AI A clear consensus emerged on the need to ensure a human-centred governance of artificial intelligence (AI) during UNESCO’s Principles for AI: Towards a Humanistic Approach? Global Conference on 4 March at the Orga...
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ERF welcomes recommendations to define the technical performance of road markings
ERF welcomes recommendations to define the technical performance of road markings The future Directive on Road Infrastructure Safety Management showcases the importance of readability and detectability of road markings and signs both by human drivers and automated driver assistance systems. The Euro...
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Skyjack supports the new ANSI Standards
Skyjack supports the new ANSI Standards Skyjack has released a white paper highlighting the core changes to their DC scissor products in conjunction with the new ANSI standards. The white paper, which was distributed at The ARA Show in Anaheim, outlines what Skyjack did to go beyond compliance and t...
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European Investment Bank welcomes opening of Lucknow metro one year ahead of schedule
European Investment Bank welcomes opening of Lucknow metro one year ahead of schedule The Lucknow metro, financed by a €450 million (Rs.33 billion) long-term loan from the European Investment Bank, is ready for its first passengers. The construction of the 23km long new metro line and purchase of a...
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EU supports rebuilding the road connection between Eritrea and Ethiopia
EU supports rebuilding the road connection between Eritrea and Ethiopia Commissioner for International Cooperation and Development Neven Mimica is visiting Eritrea, where he has launched an initial €20 million project to rebuild the road connection between the Ethiopian border and Eritrean ports. Du...
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The UK National Homebuilding and Renovating Show
The UK National Homebuilding and Renovating Show This year’s National Homebuilding & Renovating Show will be held at the NEC in Birmingham from 28 to 31 March 2019. The National Homebuilding & Renovating Show is sponsored by Hormann, a leading retailer of garage doors, will also welcome for...
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J D Forktrucks cement Hyundai deal with Tracey Concrete in Northern Ireland
J D Forktrucks cement Hyundai deal with Tracey Concrete in Northern Ireland J D Forktrucks, based in Newtownabbey Northern Ireland has recently completed a deal with leading Enniskillen based, precast concrete products manufacturer, Tracey Concrete, for two brand new Hyundai 7,000 kg 70D-9 diesel co...
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ADB finances $75 million to upgrade the Mardan to Swabi Road in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
ADB finances $75 million to upgrade the Mardan to Swabi Road in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Government of Pakistan have signed a loan agreement for $75 million to widen and upgrade 42 kilometres (km) of the busy Mardan–Swabi road in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province in...
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First Liebherr R 936 compact crawler excavator for Elboka NV in Belgium
First Liebherr R 936 compact crawler excavator for Elboka NV in Belgium Last August, SOMTP Belgium delivered the first of the new R 936 Compacts in Benelux to earthmoving company Elboka N.V. With an operating weight of around 36 tonnes, the R 936 Compact crawler excavator is the largest compact craw...
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Network Rail launches public design exhibition and Design Panel
Network Rail launches public design exhibition and Design Panel Network Rail has launched a public exhibition at the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) showcasing the best footbridge designs that were submitted as entries to an international competition last year. The competition – which c...
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GSSI collaborates with archaeologists and the Jamestown Rediscovery Foundation
GSSI collaborates with archaeologists and the Jamestown Rediscovery Foundation GSSI, the world leading manufacturer of ground penetrating radar (GPR) equipment, is continuing their partnership with the Jamestown Rediscovery Foundation. GSSI archaeologists Dan Welch and Peter Leach brought new GPR eq...
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BCL Groundworks in Somerset switch to VolvoCE reduced swing excavators
BCL Groundworks in Somerset switch to VolvoCE reduced swing excavators Breaking with tradition, Bridgwater based BCL Groundworks Ltd has opted for four Volvo reduced swing excavators for the first time, having considered third-party recommendations and the package presented by SMT GB. With its opera...
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Siemens Mobility awarded four year contract by DfI in Northern Ireland
Siemens Mobility awarded four year contract by DfI in Northern Ireland Siemens Mobility has been awarded a new four-year contract by the Department for Infrastructure (DfI) in Northern Ireland. The contract covers both the maintenance and development of the existing traffic management systems, which...
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The largest 3D construction printer in the world heads for to Saudi Arabia
The largest 3D construction printer in the world heads for to Saudi Arabia Elite for Construction & Development Co. decided to place the order at COBOD as a response to Saudi Arabia’s need for building 1.5 million private houses over the next 10 years and to Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, which aim...
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NAPA updates Use of Shingles in Asphalt Pavements Guide
NAPA updates Use of Shingles in Asphalt Pavements Guide Across the United States, about four out of every five homes have asphalt shingle roofs. Annually, as those roofs are replaced and maintained, about 12 tons of waste shingles are generated, and another 1.2 million tons of manufacturing waste sh...
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Eco Friendly Bollards for a Greener Environment
Eco Friendly Bollards for a Greener Environment ECO bollards from Leafield Environmental are environmentally friendly bollards are manufactured from a combination of 50% chipped recycled plastic bottles and 50% regular polymer that itself is usually recycled material. All types of mixed plastic mate...
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UK Road Industry responds to the lack of local road investment in Spring Statement
UK Road Industry responds to the lack of local road investment in Spring Statement The Road Surface Treatments Association (RSTA) believes that the lack of any mention of investment in the local road network in yesterday’s Spring Statement undermines the Chancellor’s stated aim to ensure that the UK...
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Haver and Boecker offer Ty-Dura Screen Media for harsh materials
Haver and Boecker offer Ty-Dura Screen Media for harsh materials Haver & Boecker, a leading equipment manufacturer and solutions provider in mining and aggregates applications, offers Ty-Dura rubber screen media for large tonnages, large top sizes and abrasive material. It works well with crushe...
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Sweco to supervise the renovation of the Belliard and Loi tunnels in Brussels
Sweco to supervise the renovation of the Belliard and Loi tunnels in Brussels The consortium of Sweco and BG Ingénieurs Conseils has been appointed by Brussels Mobility for the design and supervision of the large-scale renovation of the Belliard and Loi tunnels. The order value is SEK 56 million (€5...
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Institute of Quarrying UK Study Tour to focus on the North West
Institute of Quarrying UK Study Tour to focus on the North West This year’s Institute of Quarrying (IQ) study tour for students from the University of Derby’s Centre for Mineral Products runs from 18-22 March 2019 and takes in a number of different mineral extraction and processing sites located acr...
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Research shows the British public think public transport is outdated and unfit for purpose
Research shows the British public think public transport is outdated and unfit for purpose The British public feels the public transport sector does not meet its expectations of modernisation and functionality, according to new research commissioned by Fujitsu. The research, conducted by Censuswide...
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Hexagon to present new intelligent construction technology at bauma 2019
Hexagon to present new intelligent construction technology at bauma 2019 Hexagon’s Geosystems and Mining divisions are presenting an extensive portfolio of construction and site management technology at bauma, the world’s largest trade fair in the construction industry, taking place at Messe M...
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A look at the factors driving Britain’s Construction Companies to innovate
A look at the factors driving Britain’s Construction Companies to innovate Businesses who innovate and develop new products, services and processes – generally put themselves ahead of competitors and are in a better position to adapt to any changes in the needs/expectations of their customers....
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Road Marking innovations highlight how technology is driving change at Traffex
Road Marking innovations highlight how technology is driving change at Traffex A knee-high robot that marks white lines accurately and at high speed; innovative paint that can deal with the road surface at level crossings; a ride-on road marker that resembles a Harley Davidson – but is silent; and n...
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Indian Construction estimated to grow to US$690.9 billion by 2023
Indian Construction estimated to grow to US$690.9 billion by 2023 Positive developments in economic conditions, improvement in investor confidence and investments in transport infrastructure, energy and housing projects have helped the Indian construction industry regain growth momentum in 2018, wit...
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JCB Loadall telescopic handlers are limbering up for the Australian Formula One race
JCB Loadall telescopic handlers are limbering up for the Australian Formula One race JCB Loadall telescopic handlers are under starter’s orders for an appearance at the Australian Formula One Grand Prix this weekend as the company kicks off its exciting partnership with a new British motor racing te...
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Highways England A14 project scoops national Archaeology Award
Highways England A14 project scoops national Archaeology Award Highways England’s work to tap into the nation’s history while delivering huge road improvements has received national recognition. In a public vote, the archaeological work carried out as part of the company’s £1.5 billion upgrade of th...
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British Antarctic Research Station modernised with help from Mabey Hire Monitoring Solutions
British Antarctic Research Station modernised with help from Mabey Hire Monitoring Solutions Leading engineering services specialist and experts in environmental monitoring solutions, Mabey Hire, today announced its role in the modernisation of the Rothera Research Station – the largest of British A...
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What do customers really want from Construction Automation?
What do customers really want from Construction Automation? Automation technology is advancing, but what features do customers actually want from Construction Automation? In this article Volvo CE’s Tina Lefebvre, Global Director Connected Services and Koen Sips, VP Customer Solutions, highlight how...
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Ridgway Rentals increases Telehandler stock to over 200 machines for Hire and Sales
Ridgway Rentals increases Telehandler stock to over 200 machines for Hire and Sales Shropshire based Ridgway Rentals has announce a significant expansion in the number of JCB telehandlers they have available to hire or purchase. Due to popular demand, Ridgway have increased their telehandler stock t...
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AGD Systems acquires Radix Traffic Ltd
AGD Systems acquires Radix Traffic Ltd Leading manufacturer of ITS product solutions, AGD Systems Limited, has acquired Radix Traffic Limited as part of its ambitious plans for growth. Radix, which is based in Romsey, Hampshire, is the largest manufacturer of ‘rotating cone’ tactile equipment to ass...
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Western Sydney set for A$3.5 billion metro rail package
Western Sydney set for A$3.5 billion metro rail package Australia’s Morrison and Berejiklian Governments will ensure the Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport has a metro rail line in time for its opening. The Prime Minister said his Government’s $3.5 billion rail package co...
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Doka CAD and Formwork extend ChinPaoSan Necropolis cemetery in Taiwan
Doka CAD and Formwork extend ChinPaoSan Necropolis cemetery in Taiwan In the north of Taiwan the ChinPaoSan Necropolis cemetery is being extended by the construction of two impressive buildings – an arrival hall and a pavilion. Along with many urn tombs, in future the cemetery will also featur...
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STRABAG consortium starts upgrade of bridges along A9 motorway near Allersberg
STRABAG consortium starts upgrade of bridges along A9 motorway near Allersberg A consortium consisting of STRABAG AG, subdivision Bavaria North, and Ed. Züblin AG, Subdivision Bridge Construction, will today begin near Allersberg with the upgrade of a total of eight bridges on the A9 motorway betwee...
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Railway reopens thanks to the help of Ivy and Holly the robots
Railway reopens thanks to the help of Ivy and Holly the robots The railway between Taunton and Exeter St David’s has reopened after a three-week closure thanks to Ivy and Holly the robots who helped carry out vital maintenance work in Somerset. The line reopened on Saturday (9 March) after Network R...
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The UK is urged to make a splash for wildlife
The UK is urged to make a splash for wildlife For this year’s Wild About Gardens challenge, The Wildlife Trusts and the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) are calling on people to put in a pond. From mini container ponds to larger sunken ponds, it’s THE garden feature that can make the biggest differ...
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VolvoCE to test RC Wheel Loaders when Sweden gets first industrial 5G network
VolvoCE to test RC Wheel Loaders when Sweden gets first industrial 5G network Telia, Ericsson and Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) have launched Sweden’s first 5G network for industrial use today at Volvo CE’s facility in Eskilstuna. Volvo CE will then become one of the first in the world to...
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Eurovia Contracting South to install high-tech Digital CCTV system across Dover district
Eurovia Contracting South to install high-tech Digital CCTV system across Dover district Eurovia Contracting South’s CCTV division will install a new high-tech digital system across Dover, Deal and Sandwich after being awarded a £280,000 contract that will also improve public access Wi-Fi. The exist...
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Sandvik introduces PowerCarbide
Sandvik introduces PowerCarbide Sandvik was the first company in history to produce rock tools with cemented carbide, which is one of the most successful composite engineering materials ever produced. The company has now gathered their most powerful carbide grades under one name: PowerCarbide. The r...
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ALE custom transport solution delivers historic WW2 Rescue Launch
ALE custom transport solution delivers historic WW2 Rescue Launch ALE has designed bespoke equipment to complete the jacking, transportation and installation of a fragile Second World War rescue vessel, Rescue Motor Launch (RML) 497, in Hartlepool, UK. The specially-tailored solution minimised disru...
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Sacyr awarded their fourth highway conservation contract in Peru
Sacyr awarded their fourth highway conservation contract in Peru Sacyr will be responsible for the routine management and conservation of 436 kilometres of highway along the road corridor linking the Peruvian departments of Ayacucho, Huancavelica and Junín, located in the centre of the country. The...
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UK Government utility proposals fail to address the real pothole issue
UK Government utility proposals fail to address the real pothole issue New government proposals to force utility companies to maintain roads for five years after digging them up have been welcomed by the Road Surface Treatments Association – RSTA. However, such proposals will not address the r...
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MVIS and Bartco UK achieve ISO Health and Safety Management accreditation
MVIS and Bartco UK achieve ISO Health and Safety Management accreditation Intelligent transport system (ITS) solution providers, MVIS and Bartco UK, have further cemented their reputation for quality service, becoming two of the first companies in the sector to achieve the 45001:2018 accreditation f...
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Awards and honours at the Asphalt Recycling and Reclaiming Association Annual Meeting
Awards and honours at the Asphalt Recycling and Reclaiming Association Annual Meeting During the 43rd Annual Meeting of the Asphalt Recycling & Reclaiming Association (ARRA) held in Cancun, Mexico awarded and honoured the leading lights in the asphalt recycling and reclaiming industry. Incorpora...
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The 4th Africa Road Infrastructure and Investment Congress 2019
The 4th Africa Road Infrastructure and Investment Congress 2019 The 4th Africa Road Infrastructure and Investment Congress 2019 is the African continent’s most prominent event, which brings together the key financiers, investors, multilateral investment institutions, Government ministries, regulator...
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The Screwfix Trade Apprentice Competition 2019 is now open for entries!
The Screwfix Trade Apprentice Competition 2019 is now open for entries! The wait is over! This year’s Screwfix Trade Apprentice competition opened for entries on Monday 4th March. Every year, Screwfix searches for the best up-and-coming trade talent. Are you an apprentice who thinks you have what it...
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StreetLight Data now delivers 2018 on-demand Traffic Counts for nearly every road in the US
StreetLight Data now delivers 2018 on-demand Traffic Counts for nearly every road in the US StreetLight Data, a leader in big data analytics for mobility has launched Annual Average Daily Traffic (AADT) for 2018 on the StreetLight InSight® platform. Providing accurate, on-demand traffic volumes for...
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Sandvik supports digitalization of infrastructure construction projects and worksites
Sandvik supports digitalization of infrastructure construction projects and worksites Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology has introduced connectivity between SanRemo remote monitoring system for Sandvik surface drilling equipment and Infrakit Cloud, a solution for connecting work machinery, field equ...
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Network Rail slashes red tape for investors and builders as railways open for business
Network Rail slashes red tape for investors and builders as railways open for business Sweeping new reforms to how railway projects are run – cutting cost, internal bureaucracy and red tape – are making Britain’s railways more attractive commercially to investors and builders, meaning passengers and...
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Portuguese Clay exporter Leca delighted with their Hitachi ZW220-6 loaders
Portuguese Clay exporter Leca delighted with their Hitachi ZW220-6 loaders A new Hitachi ZW220-6 wheel loader has been delivered to Leca to support its operations near the community of Avelar, where the Portuguese company has been mixing and exporting clay since 1969. The machine was supplied in Jun...
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Italian Cruise ship lengthened with support from ALE Heavylift
Italian Cruise ship lengthened with support from ALE Heavylift ALE Heavylift has used its skidding and heavy transportation expertise to successfully lengthen a cruise ship in Palermo, Italy. The cruise ship, Grimaldi Roma, originally measured up to 225m. Once the new section was installed, another...
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New research reveals the extent of the UK and London’s pothole crisis
New research reveals the extent of the UK and London’s pothole crisis EFFORTS to encourage commuters to shun their cars in favour of bikes is putting lives at risk, with new research revealing the alarming extent of the UK’s pothole problem. The number of potholes plaguing Britain’s roads cont...
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Highways England consultation on A66 improvements to start in May
Highways England consultation on A66 improvements to start in May Investment of more than a billion pounds in the A66 from Cumbria, through County Durham and into North Yorkshire will move a step closer in May as Highways England begins a non-statutory public consultation on ideas to complete the du...
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McCann continues investing in the next generation of civil and electrical engineering talent
McCann continues investing in the next generation of civil and electrical engineering talent Nottingham-based civil and electrical engineering firm McCann is continuing to invest in the next generation of industry experts after recruiting electrical apprentice Silas Reasbeck as part of its growing U...
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Aquajet Systems’ new Ergo Climber delivers Hydrodemolition from Scaffolding Poles
Aquajet Systems’ new Ergo Climber delivers Hydrodemolition from Scaffolding Poles Aquajet Systems AB, a global leader in hydrodemolition machine manufacturing, introduces the Ergo Climber attachment for its new Ergo System hydrodemolition robot. The Climber attaches to any standard scaffolding pipes...
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New Wildlife mobile app helps identify signs of protected species on construction sites
New Wildlife mobile app helps identify signs of protected species on construction sites CIRIA and The Ecology Consultancy have announced the launch of their new Working with Wildlife mobile app to identify protected species, which is now available as a free download from the App Store for Apple devi...
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Eurovia UK invests £7m in PolyBitumens plant to enhance the UK highway network
Eurovia UK invests £7m in PolyBitumens plant to enhance the UK highway network The Member of Parliament for Thurrock, Jackie Doyle-Price, has today officially opened PolyBitumens, the new state-of-the-art production plant in Thurrock, which represents a £7.0m investment by Eurovia UK to improve the...
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