The Calderys Group announced a significant investment to build a new innovation center for refractories research and development close to its production facility in Neuwied, Germany. Construction on the new 3,000-square-meter laboratory is expected to be complete by late 2025.
A test-bed facility for developing durable and sustainable concrete structures is expected to be established on the Thaiyur campus of IIT-Madras. If implemented, it will be India’s first-ever test-bed facility focused on testing new technologies in cement and aggregate production.
Haffner Energy announced the commencement of hydrogen production using its proprietary solid biomass thermolysis technology at its hydrogen production, testing, and training center in Marolles, France. This unique technology enables the production of renewable hydrogen at a substantially lower cost compared to conventional methods.
Researchers at The University of Texas at Dallas demonstrated the potential of an eggbeater-shaped wind turbine for offshore wind farms. Initial testing occurred on a 6-foot-tall prototype, and the next tests will take place on a 500-foot-tall version.
Holcim Argentina acquired ready-mix concrete producer Horcrisa for US$32 million. Horcrisa operates seven concrete batching plants in the cities of Caseros, General Pacheco, and Isidro Casanova in Greater Buenos Aires.
Schunk Group has fully acquired raw materials manufacturer ESK-SIC GmbH. With this acquisition, Schunk can expand its product portfolio to manufacture and distribute the strategically crucial raw material silicon carbide. This deal is particularly relevant for Schunk’s IntrinSiC business of silicon carbide 3D printing services.
Siemens Energy entered a partnership to supply steam turbines, generators, and other auxiliary systems for Rolls-Royce SMR’s planned Generation 3+ modular nuclear power plants.
On the sidelines of the Finance in Common Summit 2025, the Agence française de développement and Sustainable Energy for All signed a statement of intent to strengthen their collaboration in accelerating universal access to sustainable and affordable energy in sub-Saharan Africa.
Virginia Tech is spearheading a research coalition to accelerate the identification and characterization of unconventional critical mineral resources throughout the greater Appalachian Mountains region. The coalition will be funded through a $7.5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy as well as more than $2 million in cost share from project partners and industry stakeholders.
Philadelphia’s public transit system is moving forward with plans to test-run bullet-resistant glass enclosures for drivers on city buses, joining other cities hoping to provide more protection for drivers who often face violence and harassment from passengers.
Oceania Glass, the only local glass manufacturer in Australia, is set to officially close its Dandenong-based factory. The closure follows a series of increasing losses due to cheap imports from China and rising manufacturing costs.
The U.S. electric vehicle tax credit underwent a big change in 2024. It was a change that made the valuable credit easier to access and more useful for many people. But for a smaller number of buyers, it created a way for the credit to slip through their fingers.
University of Zurich economists provided the first strong empirical evidence to support the idea that rising wages drive innovation in automation technology as firms seek cost-saving innovations to replace expensive labor.
The World Cement Association published a landmark white paper analysing the long-term outlook for global cement and clinker demand. The report challenges prevailing forecasts, projecting a significant decline in demand for cement by 2050 and offering actionable insights for industry stakeholders navigating the transition to a low-carbon future.
ALTRA 1500C, developed by RATH, is an advanced development of the proven and reliable polycrystalline wool of the ALTRA brand. This new, nonclassified polycrystalline high- temperature wool has been optimized for applications up to 1,400°C and is available as bulk fiber, blanket, and module blocks.
TASMIT Inc. launched a new inspection system for glass substrates as part of its Inspectra series of semiconductor wafer visual inspection systems. The system detects not only pattern defects and foreign particles but also cracks and other defects specific to glass substrates.
