10.05.2022

Grupo Palmero to represent Metso Outotec for Aggregate Solutions in Argentina

Metso Outotec and Grupo Palmero have signed a distribution contract concerning aggregate crushing and screening solutions for Argentina. Palmero will be the new local provider of Metso Outotec fixed plant and mobile equipment, including Lokotrack and Nordtrack, the Nordberg NW Series wheel-mounted equipment, as well as Metso Outotec crusher wear and spare parts. Palmero will also provide related aftermarket support and services. The contract has gone into effect as of March, 2022.  

09.05.2022

EcoVadis awards Implenia a Gold Sustainability Rating

EcoVadis is the world’s largest provider of sustainability ratings | Implenia now in top five percent of suppliers | Rating improves from Silver to Gold

Sustainability, which is an integral component of Implenia’s corporate values, conduct and business operations, is playing an increasingly important role in the wake of societal changes.  

Market-Place-4.0 Sika AG Normet Group

09.05.2022

Normet acquires Aliva Equipment assets to strengthen its Sprayed Concrete Offering

Normet has entered into an agreement with Sika to acquire its Aliva Equipment business assets. With the acquisition, Normet supports its growth strategy by strengthening its offering in sprayed concrete processes.

”With this acquisition we welcome the prestigious Aliva brand and employees to Normet. We look forward to working together in bringing more comprehensive solutions and services to our combined customer base and strengthening our presence in Central Europe”, comments Ed Santamaria, President and CEO of Normet.

“With Normet Group, Sika has found the right strategic owner for the Aliva Equipment business. Normet is specialised in underground construction and will expand investments in the long-term development of the Aliva business, its people, products, and technologies. Being a part of the core business of a global company will open up new opportunities for the strategic development of Aliva and its employees. Customers can continue to rely on the availability of high-quality equipment and support in the future”, comments Ivo Schädler, Regional Manager, EMEA of Sika Group.

Founded in 1946, and transferred to the ownership of Sika AG in 1989, Aliva Equipment is one of the world's leading manufacturers of equipment and accessories for the application of sprayed concrete. In addition to classic underground construction, Aliva machines are also used in special civil engineering, on tunnel boring machines and for the application of refractory material in the steel industry. Aliva Equipment’s main operations are in Widen, Switzerland with operations also in Lüdinghausen, Germany and have 50 employees.

Aliva Equipment will be acquired as an asset deal and it will continue to operate under its Aliva brand name from its current locations. The parties have agreed not to disclose any financial details related to the transaction.

Normet is a fast growing and innovative technology company offering continuous improvement to underground construction and mining processes for increased safety, productivity and profitability. Our complete technical solutions create value through saving costs and shortening process cycle times and are developed based on the welfare of people and on the care of the environment. Normet has a broad offering for underground mining and tunnelling: equipment, construction chemicals, rock reinforcement products and services. Normet currently employs over 1,600 professionals and the net sales in 2021 were EUR 359 million. Normet is a Finnish company operating globally with over 50 locations in 30 countries.

Aliva Equipment is one of the world's leading manufacturers of equipment and accessories for the application of shotcrete. For over 75 years, the name has been known for outstanding quality, functionality and reliability. Our widespread dealer network offers competent support and service all over the world. In addition to classic underground construction, Aliva machines are also used in special civil engineering, on tunnel boring machines or for the application of refractory material in the steel industry.

Source: Normet

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09.05.2022

Akobo Minerals reaches fundamental Milestone on the Way to Gold Production

Akobo Minerals (Euronext Oslo – “AKOBO”), the Scandinavian-based Ethiopian gold exploration and boutique mining company, today announced that it has reached an agreement with the South African company Solo Resources (Pty) Ltd for delivery of a processing plant for production of gold at the Segele Mine.  

06.05.2022

Klemens Haselsteiner appointed new CEO of Strabag SE

Effective 1 January 2023, the publicly listed construction technology group Strabag will be led by a new CEO, as Klemens Haselsteiner succeeds Thomas Birtel, who will be stepping down as CEO after ten years at the helm upon reaching the specified age limit.