Locally available clays could be a low-carbon – and abundant – replacement for Portland cement. We meet the joint research project identifying the most promising sources, and how best to use them. In #CQSummer, out now: ow.ly/llCZ50STFRq

Great to welcome John O' Dowd Department for Infrastructure Minister to M2 Bypass asphalt resurfacing scheme today. Thankyou to P Keenan Roads for hosting. Minister saw for himself the extensive resources invested in #machinery #skills #quality #apprenticeships #essentialmaterials

MPANI are partners in the exciting IDNI project. See id-ni.eco . Today we had an excellent attendance at our 1st meeting to develop our “Community of Shared Interest” ( COSI) to support a collaborative approach to decarbonising our construction materials sector.

View our 2024/25 Industry Journal. Enjoy the read everyone! Showcasing our Industry progress on the 3D transition of #decarbonisation #diversity #digitisation mpani.org/mpani-2024-25-…

There are a range of degrees that will set you up for a career in the construction and the built environment, from engineering to surveying. Hear from Hannah, Northstone Materials on her experience. bit.ly/3YqdWIA citbni.org.uk/careers #BuildYourCareer

We are the foundation stone of homes, roads , schools and hospitals and play a vital role in creating employment and supporting and developing our rural communities. View our video at mpani.org/proud-of-our-p…

Going beyond biodiversity net gain targets in new infrastructure projects requires more understanding of the impact that our materials have on nature and where they come from as Elaine Toogood discusses in this latest article about embodied biodiversity. edie.net/is-embodied-bi…

It is important to remember the dangers of swimming in quarry water this summer 🔗Further information at: nidirect.gov.uk/articles/stayi… Don’t be dying to drown. Stay out, stay alive! Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service Northern Ireland Water Causeway Council LCCC Antrim & Newtownabbey Borough Council MPANI PCSP Police Service NI

Our 2024/25 Industry Journal has now been published. Read it here mpani.org/mpani-2024-25-… to learn about how we are addressing the 3D transition of #Decarbonisation #Diversity #Digitisation

EPD ROLL-OUT: MPA Asphalt is delighted to publish the UK's first verified Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for 4generic #asphalt products used on UK highways. Full story: mineralproducts.org/News/2024/rele… AIA National Highways LCRIG (Local Council Roads Innovation Group) ADEPT TfL Department for Transport

We’ve Officially Launched Construction Futures! 🚀 We're proud to introduce Construction Futures, an industry-driven initiative bringing together the construction & education sectors to help shape the future of Northern Ireland’s construction industry.👷‍♂️ (1/4)

I have it confirmed that the Dept for Infra. have just begun looking at the feasibility of private developers funding NI's wastewater treatment infrastructure. Newton Emerson Sam McBride you will be interested given the severe impact this is having on the construction industry.

Will the materials be sourced from China ? Portugal? .Has a carbon assessment been carried out to measure benefits compared to local products available from Tobermore or AG Paving and Building Products ????

If these materials are sourced overseas how does this fit with both Communities NI and Department for Infrastructure climate action plans?? Also how sure are you that these materials will be responsibly sourced??

Thankyou David and the MCL Consulting team for supporting the Journal 👍

RECLAIM THE CLAY: Carbon emissions in cement/concrete can be cut by almost a third by using reclaimed clay and bricks - new study led by MPA with funding from Innovate UK involved Heidelberg Materials UK @Tarmac sudhanshu singh Forterra plc UCL & University of Dundee. Full story: mineralproducts.org/News/2024/rele…

#OpenDoors25 is coming to Northern Ireland! 👷 We're encouraging companies in the Construction & Built Environment sectors to play their part by opening up their sites from Tuesday 18 ‐ Saturday 22 March 2025. Get involved here 👉tinyurl.com/mr3evecp Open Doors Week

“an economic car-crash for our industry” @IrishNews reporting towns most affected by the Wastewater ‘crisis’. Critical PfG includes a wastewater action plan. “real fear.. the crisis will result in an industry-wide recession” David McWilliams Alex.Kane irishnews.com/news/northern-…

#SUICIDEPREVENTION: #WorldSuicidePreventionDay provides an opportunity for workplaces and sites across the country to get involved, look out for your mates and start a conversation which could in turn save a life. Download Mates In Mind's free resource pack bit.ly/47cIhws

Delighted to be attending the relaunch of HSENI Workplace Transport Safety #DriveDangerOut campaign by Economy NI Minister Conor Murphy It’s a key priority for us as part of our Vision Zero #fatal6 . Visit safequarry.com