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Heidelberg Materials Hosts U.S. Senator Joni Ernst at Mason City Cement
Heidelberg Materials hosted U.S. Senator Joni Ernst on January 10 at its Mason City cement plant. -
Lehigh Hanson Becomes Heidelberg Materials
Lehigh Hanson, Inc. today announced it has now changed its brand to Heidelberg Materials effective immediately. -
U.S. Representative Andrew Clyde Visits Habersham Quarry
What do you do when a staff member of a U.S. Representative asks if the Congressman can come out and visit the quarry tomorrow? -
Lehigh Hanson Strengthens Recycling Business in the Pacific Northwest
The company acquires JEV Recycling and opens new Cadman Recycling Plant in Redmond. -
Lehigh Hanson to become Heidelberg Materials
The company to follow transformation of global parent company HeidelbergCement to Heidelberg Materials -
Lehigh Hanson Receives U.S. DOE Funding for FEED study of carbon capture project at its new Lehigh Cement Plant in Mitchell, Indiana
Carbon capture to play a key role in the company’s ambitious journey to carbon neutrality. -
Lehigh Hanson Hosts Congressional Tours During August Recess
Lehigh Hanson hosted U.S. Representatives from Congress at two cement facilities during the August Recess. -
Lehigh Cement’s Union Bridge Plant Hosts State of Maryland Visitors
Lehigh Hanson recently welcomed representatives from the State of Maryland and University of Maryland to its Lehigh Cement plant in Union Bridge, Maryland, for an engaging discussion around decarbonization in the cement sector. -
Lehigh Holds Topping Out Ceremony at New Cement Plant in Mitchell, Indiana
Lehigh Celebrates placement of final section of stack with employees, contractors and local dignitaries. -
Lehigh Cement Plant in Union Bridge, Maryland, Transitions to EcoCemPLC
Lehigh Hanson, Inc., is pleased to announce that its Lehigh Cement plant in Union Bridge, Md., will fully transition from producing ordinary portland cement to EcoCem®PLC as its primary product by no later than January 2023. -
HeidelbergCement joins First Movers Coalition
Lehigh Hanson is pleased to announce its parent company, HeidelbergCement, has joined the First Movers Coalition (FMC). This will further leverage the Company’s wide-ranging efforts in carbon neutrality to effect significant change across the globe. -
Lehigh Hanson Participates in North American Concrete Alliance Fly-In
Lehigh Hanson participated in the North American Concrete Alliance Fly-In on April 26 and 27, 2022 in Washington DC. Led by the Portland Cement Association and National Ready Mixed Concrete Association, this marked the first return to in-person meetings on Capitol Hill for NACA since 2019. -
Lehigh Hanson Acquires Meriwether Ready Mix Assets
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Downingtown Quarry Hosts Tour With U.S. Rep. Chrissy Houlahan
The Hanson Aggregates Downingtown Quarry welcomed U.S. Representative Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA-06) for a tour of the facility on February 22, 2022. -
Congressman Randy Feenstra Visits Mason City Cement Plant
The Lehigh Cement plant in Mason City, Iowa, welcomed Congressman Randy Feenstra (R-IA-04) on January 28 for a visit and plant tour. -
Lehigh Cement and Enbridge Agree to Advance a CO2 storage solution in Alberta
Momentum grows for Enbridge’s proposed world-scale open access carbon storage hub in the Wabamun area, west of Edmonton, Alberta. -
Lehigh Hanson Joins Roadmap to Carbon Neutrality by 2050
Lehigh Hanson, Inc. today joined an ambitious journey to achieving carbon neutrality across the cement and concrete value chain by signing onto the Portland Cement Association’s (PCA) Roadmap to Carbon Neutrality. -
Lowrys Quarry Awarded NIOSH Mine Safety & Health Technology Innovations Award 2021
Lehigh Hanson’s Lowrys Quarry won for retrofitting a haul truck to comply with ISO 23875 and improve air quality in the cab. -
Hanson Aggregates Harding Street Quarry Recognized as Platinum Award Winner for Environmental Excellence by NSSGA
As the top-scoring Gold award winner, Hanson Aggregates Harding Street Quarry of Lehigh Hanson, Inc. was recognized as the Platinum Award winner for Environmental Excellence. -
Lalit “LB” Bhatnagar Receives NSSGA’s 2021 Environmental Leadership Award
The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) announced the recipient of the 2021 Environmental Leadership Award as Lalit "LB" Bhatnagar, director of environment, land and resource development, South Region at Lehigh Hanson, Inc.
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Heidelberg Materials North America Growing South Carolina Footprint
Apr 16, 2025, 10:02 by Jeff SiegHeidelberg Materials North America today announced it is growing its South Carolina footprint with a new aggregates distribution terminal in Colleton County.Full story -
Heidelberg Materials Hosts Association Visit at Union Bridge Cement Plant
Apr 14, 2025, 15:30 by Jeff SiegRecently, 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.Full story -
Heidelberg Materials Completes Acquisition of Giant Cement Holding Inc. and its subsidiaries
Apr 1, 2025, 11:48 by Jeff SiegHeidelberg 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.Full story -
John Vaughan recognized with Carl D. Franks Award by Indiana Ready Mixed Concrete Association
Mar 26, 2025, 11:16 by Jeff SiegAt the 2025 IRMCA Short Course, the Carl D. Franks Award – Cement Producer, was presented to John Vaughan of Heidelberg Materials.Full story -
Tom Kierspe, P.E., Elected Chair of the American Coal Ash Association (ACAA)
Mar 11, 2025, 11:45 by Jeff SiegTom 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.Full story -
Heidelberg Materials North America Announces Funding Commitment from Government of Canada in Support of its Groundbreaking Edmonton CCUS Project
Mar 7, 2025, 11:47 by Jeff SiegHeidelberg 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.Full story -
Heidelberg Materials North America Announces New Milestone for Mitchell CCS Project
Feb 24, 2025, 14:56 by Jeff SiegHeidelberg Materials North America is excited to announce a significant milestone at its Mitchell, Indiana, Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) project.Full story -
Hillman Garage Honored for Sustainable Concrete Construction
Feb 18, 2025, 14:29 by Jeff SiegSlag 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.Full story -
Mitchell Plant Wins Silver Award in the Industrial Paving Category at American Concrete Pavement Association Awards
Jan 27, 2025, 11:06 by Jeff SiegWe 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.Full story -
West Girard Avenue Bridge: Winner of a 2024 PCI Design Award
Jan 22, 2025, 11:27 by Jeff SiegHeidelberg 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.”Full story -
Hindu American Religious Center Phase VII Building: Winner of a 2024 PCI Design Award
Jan 15, 2025, 10:07 by Jeff SiegHeidelberg 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.”Full story -
Harry W. Nice Memorial/Senator Thomas “Mac” Middleton Bridge: Winner of a 2024 PCI Design Award
Jan 13, 2025, 10:59 by Jeff SiegHeidelberg 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.”Full story -
SEFA Rebrands to Heidelberg Materials
Jan 2, 2025, 07:00 by Jeff SiegHeidelberg Materials North America is pleased to announce that its subsidiary, SEFA, has joined the Heidelberg Materials brand effective today.Full story -
Heidelberg Materials Gives Back Through Youth Sports Initiatives
Dec 18, 2024, 10:49 by Jeff SiegHeidelberg 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.Full story -
Fern Hollow Bridge Replacement: Winner of a 2024 PCI Design Award
Dec 16, 2024, 14:59 by Jeff SiegHeidelberg 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.”Full story -
The Importance of Supporting the Red Cross: A Lifeline for Communities in Crisis
Dec 11, 2024, 14:10 by Jeff SiegHeidelberg 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.Full story -
Material Solutions to Protect and Promote Biodiversity
Dec 5, 2024, 13:37 by Jeff SiegAs 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.Full story -
Heidelberg Materials to Further Strengthen Cementitious Footprint and Drive Circularity with Acquisition of Giant Cement Holding Inc. (GCHI) and its subsidiaries
Nov 28, 2024, 00:46 by Jeff SiegHeidelberg 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.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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Heidelberg Materials North America Growing South Carolina Footprint
Apr 16, 2025, 10:02 by Jeff SiegHeidelberg Materials North America today announced it is growing its South Carolina footprint with a new aggregates distribution terminal in Colleton County.Full story -
Heidelberg Materials Hosts Association Visit at Union Bridge Cement Plant
Apr 14, 2025, 15:30 by Jeff SiegRecently, 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.Full story -
Heidelberg Materials Completes Acquisition of Giant Cement Holding Inc. and its subsidiaries
Apr 1, 2025, 11:48 by Jeff SiegHeidelberg 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.Full story -
John Vaughan recognized with Carl D. Franks Award by Indiana Ready Mixed Concrete Association
Mar 26, 2025, 11:16 by Jeff SiegAt the 2025 IRMCA Short Course, the Carl D. Franks Award – Cement Producer, was presented to John Vaughan of Heidelberg Materials.Full story -
Tom Kierspe, P.E., Elected Chair of the American Coal Ash Association (ACAA)
Mar 11, 2025, 11:45 by Jeff SiegTom 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.Full story -
Heidelberg Materials North America Announces Funding Commitment from Government of Canada in Support of its Groundbreaking Edmonton CCUS Project
Mar 7, 2025, 11:47 by Jeff SiegHeidelberg 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.Full story -
Heidelberg Materials North America Announces New Milestone for Mitchell CCS Project
Feb 24, 2025, 14:56 by Jeff SiegHeidelberg Materials North America is excited to announce a significant milestone at its Mitchell, Indiana, Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) project.Full story -
Hillman Garage Honored for Sustainable Concrete Construction
Feb 18, 2025, 14:29 by Jeff SiegSlag 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.Full story -
Mitchell Plant Wins Silver Award in the Industrial Paving Category at American Concrete Pavement Association Awards
Jan 27, 2025, 11:06 by Jeff SiegWe 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.Full story -
West Girard Avenue Bridge: Winner of a 2024 PCI Design Award
Jan 22, 2025, 11:27 by Jeff SiegHeidelberg 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.”Full story