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Says Vulcan Materials’ Frank Suarez: “2023 was a very good year for us. Our sales and operations teams worked to deliver value to our customers.” Photo: PamElla Lee Photography

Reflecting on the 2023 construction materials market (Part 2)

April 15, 2024By P&Q Staff

During a second discussion at the Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference, aggregate producers and equipment suppliers discussed 2023 materials demand and the impact of federal funding.

IRock Crushers’ Nate Russell (pictured in foreground): “We had a half dozen or so yellow iron dealers that had a massive influx of inventory from their primary supplier. It certainly put us in a unique position.” Photo: PamElla Lee Photography

Reflecting on the 2023 construction materials market (Part 1)

April 12, 2024By P&Q Staff

As this year’s Roundtable discussions got underway, aggregate producers and equipment suppliers shared their assessments of 2023.

Martin Marietta-Blue Water deal complete

April 10, 2024By Kevin Yanik

Twenty Blue Water Industries aggregate operations in the Southeast transition to Martin Marietta.

Chaney Enterprises acquires Chandler Concrete

April 9, 2024By Kevin Yanik

The deal for Chandler Concrete Co. includes 44 ready-mixed concrete plants, three block plants and one building supply store.

Rockydale acquires contractor in Virginia

April 9, 2024By Kevin Yanik

Rockydale Quarries Corp. came to terms on a deal with B&S Contracting, which has asphalt plants in the state.

Howe appointed president of Motion

April 9, 2024By Kevin Yanik

James Howe, who previously served Motion in executive capacities, will lead the company in his new role.