Materials
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Murphy has used carbon-negative asphalt at its Golborne hub site. The work demonstrates a practical lower-carbon surfacing application using ACLA aggregate technology.
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Holcim has started cement import operations at Tilbury cement works. The site will support low-carbon and circular cementitious products.
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Holcim has secured conditional EU approval for its Xella acquisition. The €1.85bn transaction strengthens its European walling systems position, subject to a Romanian divestment.
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Futurebuild has launched an Innovation Showcase for UKCW Birmingham 2026. The curated feature will give 60 companies space to present built-environment products, materials, technologies, and systems.
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Armacell will showcase technical insulation systems at Birmingham’s InstallerSHOW 2026. Products include pipe insulation, supports, protective coverings, and elastomeric foams.
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National Tool Hire has expanded into online building materials supply. Customers can now order materials alongside hired tools and equipment.
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Overbury has installed bio-based wallboard at Legal & General’s headquarters. The Adaptavate product is being used in a major London retrofit.
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Ravago has launched its Ravatherm XPS X FUSION insulation range. The boards target floors, inverted roofs, and higher thermal performance.
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West Fraser and Kirkwood are deepening their offsite supply partnership. The arrangement supports timber-frame production using engineered panel products across walls, roofs, floors, and cassette systems.
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MEDITE SMARTPLY is investing €75 million in its Clonmel plant. The programme will renew biomass, fuel handling, and drying infrastructure while removing natural gas from MDF production.