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TSX Broadway and Palace Theater Redevelopment Wins Awards
Heidelberg Materials is proud to have supplied slag cement for the award-winning TSX Broadway and Palace Theater Redevelopment project. -
Heidelberg Materials North America Celebrates 10th Anniversary of Winyah STAR® Plant Commercial Operations
Heidelberg Materials North America is proud to celebrate the 10th anniversary of commercial operations at its Winyah STAR Plant in Georgetown, South Carolina, the first beneficiation facility in the world to process harvested ash in commercial quantities. -
Heidelberg Materials North America Growing South Carolina Footprint
Heidelberg Materials North America today announced it is growing its South Carolina footprint with a new aggregates distribution terminal in Colleton County. -
Heidelberg Materials Hosts Association Visit at Union Bridge Cement Plant
Recently, we opened up our Union Bridge, Maryland plant to representatives from Build With Strength, a coalition of the National ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA) and the Maryland Ready Mix Concrete Association (MRMCA), along with some other local contractors to explore the plant's contributions to low carbon concrete. -
Heidelberg Materials Completes Acquisition of Giant Cement Holding Inc. and its subsidiaries
Heidelberg Materials North America announced today that it has completed the acquisition of Giant Cement Holding Inc. (GCHI) and its subsidiaries, Giant Cement Company, Dragon Products Company and Giant Resource Recovery, from the Fortaleza, Uniland and Trituradora groups. -
John Vaughan recognized with Carl D. Franks Award by Indiana Ready Mixed Concrete Association
At the 2025 IRMCA Short Course, the Carl D. Franks Award – Cement Producer, was presented to John Vaughan of Heidelberg Materials. -
Tom Kierspe, P.E., Elected Chair of the American Coal Ash Association (ACAA)
Tom Kierspe, P.E., was elected Chair of the American Coal Ash Association (ACAA) at the Association’s Winter Membership Meeting on January 28-29, 2025. -
Heidelberg Materials North America Announces Funding Commitment from Government of Canada in Support of its Groundbreaking Edmonton CCUS Project
Heidelberg Materials North America is pleased to announce that the Government of Canada’s Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) department has committed to finalizing negotiations on a Contribution Agreement for the groundbreaking Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) project at the company’s cement plant in Edmonton, Alberta. -
Heidelberg Materials North America Announces New Milestone for Mitchell CCS Project
Heidelberg Materials North America is excited to announce a significant milestone at its Mitchell, Indiana, Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) project. -
Hillman Garage Honored for Sustainable Concrete Construction
Slag cement supplied by Heidelberg Materials helped meet aggressive goals for resilience, sustainable design and versatility in the Hillman Garage, a winner in the 2023 Slag Cement in Sustainable Concrete Awards in the durability category. -
Mitchell Plant Wins Silver Award in the Industrial Paving Category at American Concrete Pavement Association Awards
We are pleased to announce that the Heidelberg Materials cement plant in Mitchell, Indiana, was selected as the American Concrete Pavement Association Silver Award winner in the Industrial Paving Category. -
West Girard Avenue Bridge: Winner of a 2024 PCI Design Award
Heidelberg Materials is proud to have supplied slag cement for a bridge that received a 2024 PCI Design Award in the category “Transportation Award: Best Bridge with a Main Span up to 75 Feet.” -
Hindu American Religious Center Phase VII Building: Winner of a 2024 PCI Design Award
Heidelberg Materials supplied Type III cement for the Hindu American Religious Center Phase VII Building in Hightstown, NJ, which won the 2024 PCI Design Award “Religious Structure Honorable Mention.” -
Harry W. Nice Memorial/Senator Thomas “Mac” Middleton Bridge: Winner of a 2024 PCI Design Award
Heidelberg Materials supplied cement, fly ash and slag for the Harry W. Nice Memorial/Senator Thomas 'Mac' Middleton Bridge, winner of the 2024 PCI Design Award “Transportation Award: Best Bridge with a Main Span from 76-200 Feet.” -
SEFA Rebrands to Heidelberg Materials
Heidelberg Materials North America is pleased to announce that its subsidiary, SEFA, has joined the Heidelberg Materials brand effective today. -
Heidelberg Materials Gives Back Through Youth Sports Initiatives
Heidelberg Materials North America works diligently to fulfill our vision of “simple actions build strong communities” by supporting initiatives in our local communities focusing on Arts and Education, Environment, and Health & Well-being. -
Fern Hollow Bridge Replacement: Winner of a 2024 PCI Design Award
Heidelberg Materials supplied slag cement for the Fern Hollow Bridge replacement in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, supporting the fast, safe replacement of a structure that collapsed in January 2022. The project received a 2024 PCI Design Award in the category “Bridge with a Main Span from 76-200 Feet Honorable Mention.” -
The Importance of Supporting the Red Cross: A Lifeline for Communities in Crisis
Heidelberg Materials North America has operations in 28 states in the U.S. and 6 provinces in Canada and our employees are proud to give back to the communities where they live and work. -
Material Solutions to Protect and Promote Biodiversity
As a company that engages in extractive activities, Heidelberg Materials recognizes that we can have an impact on nature, and we feel a strong responsibility to promote biodiversity at our quarries and to build a nature-positive future. -
Heidelberg Materials to Further Strengthen Cementitious Footprint and Drive Circularity with Acquisition of Giant Cement Holding Inc. (GCHI) and its subsidiaries
Heidelberg Materials North America announced today that it has entered into a definitive purchase agreement to acquire Giant Cement Holding Inc. (GCHI) and its subsidiaries, Giant Cement Company, Dragon Products Company and Giant Resource Recovery, from the Fortaleza, Uniland and Trituradora groups.
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Quarry Life Award 2025: Hoosier Cavefish Project Earns International Recognition
Dec 17, 2025, 16:38 by Jeff SiegHeidelberg Materials North America is proud to celebrate a project that earned the Beyond Quarry Borders Award in the international Quarry Life Award 2025 competition — a study of the endangered Hoosier cavefish (Amblyopsis hoosieri) in Hamer Cave, Indiana.Full story -
Heidelberg Materials North America Honors Veterans with $20,000 Donation to Fisher House Foundation
Dec 15, 2025, 12:54 by Jeff SiegIn recognition of Veterans Day and to honor the veterans within its workforce, Heidelberg Materials North America announced a $20,000 donation to Fisher House Foundation - an organization that provides comfort and housing to military families receiving medical care.Full story -
Hockley & Brookshire Plants Recognized for Environmental Excellence
Dec 3, 2025, 13:57 by Jeff SiegThe National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA) recognizes Heidelberg Materials North America's Hockley and Brookshire ready-mixed concrete plants for environmental excellence.Full story -
Heidelberg Materials North America accelerates growth and strengthens low carbon offerings in the Mid-Atlantic U.S. with acquisition of Walan Specialty Construction Products
Nov 20, 2025, 13:32 by Jeff SiegHeidelberg Materials North America announced today that it has entered into a binding purchase agreement to acquire Walan Specialty Construction Products in Wilmington, Delaware.Full story -
Heidelberg Materials North America Announces Sustainable Advancements at Edmonton Cement Plant
Nov 14, 2024, 12:43 by Jeff SiegHeidelberg Materials North America is pleased to announce significant environmental advancements at its Edmonton cement plant, marking substantial progress towards more sustainable manufacturing and waste management.Full story
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Quarry Life Award 2025: Hoosier Cavefish Project Earns International Recognition
Dec 17, 2025, 16:38 by Jeff SiegHeidelberg Materials North America is proud to celebrate a project that earned the Beyond Quarry Borders Award in the international Quarry Life Award 2025 competition — a study of the endangered Hoosier cavefish (Amblyopsis hoosieri) in Hamer Cave, Indiana.Full story -
Heidelberg Materials North America Honors Veterans with $20,000 Donation to Fisher House Foundation
Dec 15, 2025, 12:54 by Jeff SiegIn recognition of Veterans Day and to honor the veterans within its workforce, Heidelberg Materials North America announced a $20,000 donation to Fisher House Foundation - an organization that provides comfort and housing to military families receiving medical care.Full story -
Hockley & Brookshire Plants Recognized for Environmental Excellence
Dec 3, 2025, 13:57 by Jeff SiegThe National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA) recognizes Heidelberg Materials North America's Hockley and Brookshire ready-mixed concrete plants for environmental excellence.Full story -
Heidelberg Materials North America accelerates growth and strengthens low carbon offerings in the Mid-Atlantic U.S. with acquisition of Walan Specialty Construction Products
Nov 20, 2025, 13:32 by Jeff SiegHeidelberg Materials North America announced today that it has entered into a binding purchase agreement to acquire Walan Specialty Construction Products in Wilmington, Delaware.Full story -
Heidelberg Materials Hosts Special Visitors at Cadomin Quarry for Safety Week
Oct 29, 2025, 15:39 by Jeff SiegDuring Heidelberg Materials’ annual Global Safety Week, Cadomin Quarry in Alberta, Canada, welcomed Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Minister of Forestry and Parks Todd Loewen.Full story -
Heidelberg Materials Global Sustainability Leadership Visits Sites in Indiana and South Carolina
Oct 23, 2025, 13:07 by Jeff SiegLast week, Heidelberg Materials North America had the privilege of hosting three of the company’s global sustainability leaders for site visits in Indiana and South Carolina: Dr. Katharina Beumelburg, Board Member and Chief Sustainability & New Technologies Officer; Christian Knell, Global Vice President Decarbonization; and Amelie Heimann-Pohl, Group CSO Management Associate.Full story -
Iowa Lieutenant Governor Visits Mason City Cement Plant
Oct 21, 2025, 12:11 by Jeff SiegOn Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025, Heidelberg Materials hosted Iowa Lt. Gov. Chris Cournoyer at its cement plant in Mason City, where she was joined by Colleen Frein, president and CEO of the Mason City Chamber of Commerce.Full story -
Heidelberg Materials North America strengthens footprint in British Columbia with acquisition of Island Aggregates
Oct 20, 2025, 10:40 by Jeff SiegHeidelberg Materials North America announced today that it has acquired the assets and reserves of Island Aggregates, one of the last remaining permitted aggregates sites on Vancouver Island.Full story -
Heidelberg Materials North America Surpasses 8 Million Tons of Harvested Coal Ash Processed for Beneficial Use
Oct 1, 2025, 06:49 by Jeff SiegHeidelberg Materials North America has reached a major sustainability milestone, successfully processing 8 million tons of harvested coal ash for beneficial, encapsulated use in construction and infrastructure applications. Photo of STAR plant by Henry Benton (2022).Full story -
Heidelberg Materials North America Honored as 2024 Big Sweep Partner of the Year
Sep 19, 2025, 12:00 by Jeff SiegHeidelberg Materials North America is proud to announce it has been named the Wake County Soil and Water Conservation District’s 2024 Big Sweep Partner of the Year. This award celebrates their 13-year commitment and support of the Big Sweep program.Full story