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Glen Mills Hosts Tour for Congresswoman Mary Gay Scanlon
The Hanson Aggregates Quarry in Glen Mills, Pennsylvania, recently welcomed Congresswoman Mary Gay Scanlon (D-PA-05) for a visit and tour of the operations. -
Lehigh Hanson Achieves CSC-certification for Ready Mixed Concrete Plants in Washington and Arizona
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Lehigh Hanson successfully achieves Concrete Sustainability Council (CSC) certification for its Cadman ready mixed concrete (RMC) plants in Seattle and Bellevue, Washington and for its Hanson Aggregates River Ranch and 67th Avenue RMC plants, both located in the Phoenix, Arizona, Metropolitan Area. -
Leeds & Mason City Cement Plants Recognized by PCA for Safety Performance
On June 17, 2021, the Portland Cement Association (PCA) announced the winners of the 2021 Chairman’s Safety Performance Awards, which recognize outstanding safety performance in the manufacturing of Portland cement, the main ingredient used in all forms of concrete. Lehigh Hanson is pleased to announce that its Leeds, Alabama, and Mason City, Iowa, cement plants received this prestigious award. -
Lehigh Hanson Encourages Participation in the Quarry Life Award
Lehigh Hanson, Inc., a North American subsidiary of HeidelbergCement, is encouraging students, researchers and interested others to participate in the fifth edition of the Quarry Life Award, HeidelbergCement’s international research and education competition. -
Lehigh Hanson Becomes Building Transparency Pilot Partner
Lehigh Hanson is pleased to be the newest pilot partner of Building Transparency, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides open access data and tools that support broad and swift action across the building industry in addressing embodied carbon’s role in climate change. -
New Lehigh Cement Plant in Mitchell, IN Making Construction Progress
As the first quarter of 2021 comes to close, significant progress has been made at the new state-of-the-art plant in Mitchell, Indiana. -
Lehigh Hanson's HConnect Digital Solutions Bring Efficiency to Projects
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Lori Tiefenthaler named NRMCA Promoter of the Year – Buildings Award
Lehigh Hanson is proud to announce that Lori Tiefenthaler, our Senior Director of Marketing, was awarded NRMCA Promoter of the Year – Buildings Award. -
Lehigh Hanson and Fortera Work Together to Economically Reduce CO2 Emissions
Lehigh Hanson, Inc., a leading supplier of construction materials in North America and a subsidiary of HeidelbergCement Group and Fortera Inc., a Silicon Valley-based Materials Technology Company, are pleased to announce their collaboration to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from portland cement production. -
Cadman, Inc. Solidifies Presence in Pacific Northwest With Two Major Portland Projects
While well-known across most of the Pacific Northwest concrete market, Cadman, Inc. and their unique mixing trucks featuring “Otis the Bulldog” may be a newer sight for Portlanders. The company, a subsidiary of Lehigh Hanson, expanded into the Oregon and Southwest Washington territory in 2017. -
Lehigh Cement Develops EcoCem®PLUS, a Sustainable Blended Portland Limestone Cement (PLC) for the Canadian Prairies
Lehigh Hanson is pleased to announce the launch of EcoCem®PLUS at its Edmonton cement plant in Alberta, Canada. -
Low Carbon Cement Possible with CCS
A low carbon future for cement is advancing through a unique feasibility study to see carbon capture and storage (CCS) on Lehigh Cement’s plant in Edmonton, Alberta. -
The Western Caucus Foundation Tours Lehigh Hanson's Bridgeport Quarry
On December 4, 2020, the Lehigh Hanson Bridgeport team welcomed nearly 30 guests for a presentation and tour of the Texas facility. -
Erika Guerra Named 2020 John P. Gleason, Jr., Leadership Awards Finalist
Erika Guerra was selected by the Portland Cement Association (PCA) as a finalist in the business continuity category of the 2020 John P. Gleason, Jr., Leadership Awards. -
Union Bridge Plant host Maryland Lieutenant Governor Rutherford
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Hanson Downingtown Quarry in Pennsylvania host tour for Congresswoman Houlahan
Our Hanson Downingtown Quarry in Pennsylvania welcomed Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA-06) on October 6 for a visit and plant tour. -
Campbell Concrete wins GOLD NRMCA recognition at Eight plants
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Union Bridge Plant Wins Environmental Excellence Award
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Find a Concrete Cure Truck Make a Big Impact
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Lehigh Cement plant in Mitchell, Indiana, Hosts Tour for MSHA
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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 -
Heidelberg Materials Welcomes U.S. Congressman Jefferson Shreve to Mitchell Cement Plant
Sep 2, 2025, 16:11 by Jeff SiegOn Friday August 22, 2025, Heidelberg Materials welcomed U.S. Congressman Jefferson Shreve (R-IN-06) and his staff to our state-of-the-art cement plant in Mitchell, Indiana.Full story -
Heidelberg Materials North America Introduces HROC
Aug 11, 2025, 10:08 by Jeff SiegAs mentioned during the Heidelberg Materials Capitals Markets Day, we're excited to introduce the Heidelberg Materials Remote Optimization Center (HROC), a transformational leap in how we operate cement plants in North America. By implementing new technologies, real-time analytics and automation to enhance efficiency.Full story -
Heidelberg Materials North America to acquire BURNCO’s Edmonton assets
Jul 31, 2025, 09:56 by Jeff SiegHeidelberg Materials North America announced that it has entered into a binding purchase agreement to acquire the Edmonton, Alberta, assets of BURNCO, a successful fifth-generation family-owned construction materials company with locations in Canada and the United States.Full story -
Heidelberg Materials Welcomes U.S. Congresswoman Ashley Hinson to Mason City Cement Plant
Jul 11, 2025, 13:39 by Jeff SiegOn Tuesday, June 17, 2025, Heidelberg Materials had the distinct honor of hosting U.S. Congresswoman Ashley Hinson (R-IA-02) and her team at our cement plant in Mason City, Iowa.Full story -
Heidelberg Materials Appoints Bill Fedorka as SVP Fly Ash, Following Jim Clayton’s Retirement
Jun 30, 2025, 14:16 by Jeff SiegHeidelberg Materials today announced the appointment of Bill Fedorka, P.E., as Senior Vice President, Fly Ash, Southeast Region, effective July 1, 2025. He succeeds Jim Clayton, who is retiring after 20 years of dedicated service with the company.Full story -
Heidelberg Materials North America Acquires Concrete Recycling Business in Calgary
Jun 3, 2025, 07:02 by Jeff SiegHeidelberg Materials North America announced today that it has acquired certain assets of Concrete Crushers Inc. (CCI), the largest concrete recycler in Calgary, Alberta.Full story -
Giant Resource Recovery Rebrands to Heidelberg Materials
Jun 2, 2025, 06:47 by Jeff SiegHeidelberg Materials North America is pleased to announce that its recently acquired subsidiary, Giant Resource Recovery (GRR!), will rebrand to Heidelberg Materials Giant Resource Recovery (GRR).Full story -
Lori Tiefenthaler honored with NRMCA John Roberts Lifetime Achievement Award for Promotion
May 21, 2025, 14:33 by Jeff SiegHeidelberg Materials North America is pleased to announce its Senior Director of Marketing, Lori Tiefenthaler, was recently recognized by the National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA) as the recipient of the John Roberts Lifetime Achievement Award for Promotion.Full story -
Heidelberg Materials invests in upgrades to cement distribution terminal in Cementon, New York
May 15, 2025, 07:25 by Jeff SiegHeidelberg Materials North America is pleased to announce important upgrades to its cement distribution terminal in Cementon, New York.Full story -
North American Quarry Life Award Project Competes Internationally
May 7, 2025, 15:19 by Jeff SiegThe 6th edition of the Quarry Life Award, launched by Heidelberg Materials this past year, is well underway.Full story -
TSX Broadway and Palace Theater Redevelopment Wins Awards
May 5, 2025, 11:33 by Jeff SiegHeidelberg Materials is proud to have supplied slag cement for the award-winning TSX Broadway and Palace Theater Redevelopment project.Full story -
Heidelberg Materials North America Celebrates 10th Anniversary of Winyah STAR® Plant Commercial Operations
Apr 29, 2025, 07:42 by Jeff SiegHeidelberg 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.Full story -
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 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 -
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 -
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 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 -
Heidelberg Materials Welcomes U.S. Congressman Jefferson Shreve to Mitchell Cement Plant
Sep 2, 2025, 16:11 by Jeff SiegOn Friday August 22, 2025, Heidelberg Materials welcomed U.S. Congressman Jefferson Shreve (R-IN-06) and his staff to our state-of-the-art cement plant in Mitchell, Indiana.Full story -
Heidelberg Materials North America Introduces HROC
Aug 11, 2025, 10:08 by Jeff SiegAs mentioned during the Heidelberg Materials Capitals Markets Day, we're excited to introduce the Heidelberg Materials Remote Optimization Center (HROC), a transformational leap in how we operate cement plants in North America. By implementing new technologies, real-time analytics and automation to enhance efficiency.Full story -
Heidelberg Materials North America to acquire BURNCO’s Edmonton assets
Jul 31, 2025, 09:56 by Jeff SiegHeidelberg Materials North America announced that it has entered into a binding purchase agreement to acquire the Edmonton, Alberta, assets of BURNCO, a successful fifth-generation family-owned construction materials company with locations in Canada and the United States.Full story -
Heidelberg Materials Welcomes U.S. Congresswoman Ashley Hinson to Mason City Cement Plant
Jul 11, 2025, 13:39 by Jeff SiegOn Tuesday, June 17, 2025, Heidelberg Materials had the distinct honor of hosting U.S. Congresswoman Ashley Hinson (R-IA-02) and her team at our cement plant in Mason City, Iowa.Full story