Bitumen is becoming increasingly important across global construction, infrastructure and industrial technology, influencing how projects are visualised, coordinated, delivered and managed over time.
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From planning and design to field execution and asset management, this topic sits at the centre of digital change across the built environment, helping teams improve visibility, accuracy, coordination and long-term performance.
Asphalt plants play an indispensable role in road construction and maintenance, churning out the asphalt mix that paves our highways, city streets, and parking lots. Unde...
The pore-like structure of permeable pavements may help protect coho salmon by preventing tire wear particles and related contaminants from entering stormwater runoff, ac...
A trial which could revolutionise the way public highways are resurfaced has shown some encouraging initial findings. In the summer of 2022, Essex Highways – a partnershi...
Innophos, a leading global producer of specialty phosphates and minerals, proudly announces the EU REACH registration of its ground-breaking product, INNOVALT® SL70 Scave...
In a world constantly on the move, the roads that bind the fabric of our societies are more than mere pathways; they are the arteries of our economic vitality and social...
Leading construction materials supplier, Aggregate Industries, has launched Foamix Eco, a ground-breaking, onsite asphalt material that can achieve carbon neutral status....
In a world where geopolitical tensions often dictate the ebb and flow of commodities, the bitumen market has not been immune to the upheavals. As we navigate through thes...
In the face of growing unpredictability in the bitumen market, TEC Container Solutions has announced a new approach to tackle the industry’s logistical challenges....
In an ever-evolving global marketplace, where the shimmer of black gold continues to dictate the ebb and flow of economies and geopolitics alike, understanding the world...
A section of the southern Berlin orbital needed renewing as a result of severe rut formation. In order to rehabilitate this heavily-used section of motorway to a high sta...
Foster Contracting have estimated that values ranging from 29% to 93% can be achieved in carbon reduction, along with significant cost savings when using geosynthetic int...
As we step into 2024, the global bitumen market, a critical component of the construction industry, presents a complex yet intriguing scenario. With fluctuations in oil p...
In the intricate web of global economics, few industries are as sensitive to geopolitical shifts as the construction sector, particularly in the arena of bitumen—a crucia...
The world of construction materials, particularly bitumen, is a mirror reflecting the larger movements of global economics and politics. The recent geopolitical events an...
In the dynamic world of heavy oil processing, technological advancements are pivotal. Standing at the forefront of this innovation is CIRCOR International, Inc., a renown...
In a week marked by anticipation and uncertainty, the global bitumen market experienced notable fluctuations, closely mirroring the volatile oil prices and geopolitical d...
Tight bends and uphill gradients up to 19%: Three Vögele pavers and one MT 3000-3i Offset material transfer vehicle were deployed on the construction of a race track near...
The ongoing conflict in Gaza continues to send shockwaves through various global markets, significantly impacting the bitumen sector, with crude oil market recording its...
MOGAS Industries, Inc. is now offering the latest feat in engineering for heavy oils refining. MOGAS Systems & Consulting (MS&C) modular units (modules) are fully...
In the wake of over a month-long conflict in the Middle East, leading to tragic human losses with casualties exceeding 12,000, the global energy sector is witnessing sign...
Amidst a backdrop of geopolitical tensions and fluctuating oil prices, the global bitumen market remains enigmatic, with industry analysts unable to form a consensus on i...
On Wednesday, following a two-day downturn in crude oil prices, the market experienced minimal fluctuations. This stability is attributed to the intertwining of two signi...
CIRCOR International, Inc., a leading manufacturer and marketer of differentiated technology products and sub-systems, highlights their IMO brand rotary screw pumps for p...
As tensions in the Middle East flared last week, the global Brent crude oil index saw a significant 4.1% jump on Monday, 16 October, reaching a high of $88.15 per barrel...
In a sudden turn of events, the geopolitical landscape in the Middle East underwent a seismic shift on Saturday, 7th October, when Hamas launched an offensive against Isr...
The recent conflict between Israel and Hamas has sent shockwaves through the global oil market, causing a significant surge in oil prices. According to a recent CNN repor...
In recent developments, global crude oil, fuel, and bitumen prices have seen an increase, driven by a combination of factors impacting markets worldwide. These fluctuatio...
The Energy Information Administration of America has released a concerning report indicating that U.S. shale oil production is on track to reach its lowest level since Ma...
Excessive noise and dust emissions result in damage to health in the long term. To protect not only employees on building sites, but also human and animal life in the sur...
The global oil and bitumen markets are experiencing significant turbulence, with various geopolitical events and supply factors driving prices to new heights. The recent...
In a volatile twist of events, the global oil market is once again sending shockwaves through the construction industry. On September 6, the Asian trading session witness...
In spring, not only snowdrops and crocuses sprout, but also construction sites on Swiss roads. Repair work, patching and renewal is everywhere. Some of the old asphalt fr...
Global building materials solutions supplier Cemex has helped to deliver the successful completion of an innovative carbon reduction regeneration project at the historic...
Global building materials supplier Cemex is making strong progress with a significant investment programme into its UK asphalt operation. This includes the opening of a n...
As climate change, urbanisation and soaring car ownership continue to fuel a new age of sustainable road infrastructure, Neil Leake, National Technical Manager at Aggrega...
Cemex’s VIALOW, VIAFLOW®, and VIACOURT® asphalt, plus newer products that use a lower carbon bitumen, now form a new series of high-performance asphalt solutions which ha...
Donington Park is one of the world’s most iconic race venues, hosting some of motorsport’s most prestigious national and international events. Since being acquired by Mot...
Local authorities have a statutory responsibility to ensure that their road networks are in a safe and serviceable condition. At the same time, there is mounting pressure...
Following the premiere at Bauma 2022, Vögele has now started supplying the diesel-powered MINI 500 and MINI 502 models. The company’s smallest pavers have pave widths of...
OCL Regeneration has announced the launch of a new recycling centre in Medway’s Hoo peninsula, dedicated to asphalt, concrete, and other road and construction materials....
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