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Heidelberg Materials is expanding in Morocco by increasing its stake in Asment de Témara to 63% and acquiring 100% of Grabemaro.

The growing demand for cement and clinker in the US, Africa, and the EU may lead to a supply shortage in the Mediterranean, prompting exporters to secure import facilities.

The latest investment will help the business maintain a continuous supply of lower carbon cementitious solutions throughout the North of England & Wales.

The company has launched a dedicated plug-in for the Building Information Modelling (BIM) REVIT software used for designing and managing construction projects.

Global building materials supplier CEMEX has completed a significant investment into its rail solutions facility at Somercotes in Derbyshire, UK.

Cemex is trialling unique electric-powered discharge equipment to cut emissions and increase vehicle longevity.