UK: Easymix Concrete UK has acquired a depot in Rainham, London, from fellow ready-mix concrete producer Mix N Lay. The Construction Enquirer newspaper has reported that Easymix Concrete UK expects the site to expand its market access across London and surrounding counties. As part of its plan to tap this potential, the company will invest in a new, ‘modern’ ready-mix concrete plant at the site.

Mix N Lay recently entered administration as a result of rising costs.

Easymix Concrete UK director Steve Brown said "Mix N Lay is one of the longest-standing ready-mix concrete companies across East London and Essex. This is an exciting opportunity to expand our business in what we believe is a fantastic location."

Ireland: Kilsaran has opened a precast concrete plant in Arthurstown, County Kildare. The plant will produce twin wall precast concrete elements. Local news has reported that it is the largest plant of its kind in Ireland. Kilsaran expects that the Arthurstown plant will increase its total production volumes to the equivalent of 4000 new housing units per year.

Co-CEOs David McKeown and Derry McKeown said "Kilsaran Precast has developed a unique and highly efficient system for apartment construction, focusing on speed, quality and durability."

Kilsaran already operates plants at nearby Brownstown and in Oranmore, County Galway.

US: Peaks Precast has inaugurated a precast concrete plant in Buena Vista, Colorado. The plant will produce panels 2.4m – 5.5m wide and 0.9m – 2.4m tall for use in foundation walls for modular homes and commercial buildings.

US: Advance Ready-Mix Concrete reportedly plans to upgrade operations at its Limerick ready-mix concrete plant in Louisville, Kentucky. The Business Journals News has reported that the company plans to expand the plant’s capacity in line with growing demand. The projected investment is US$5.9m.