Sourcing & Trade
Procurement, logistics, customs and how to source and export building materials reliably.
US-EU Duty-Free Trade Agreement: Implications for Material Sourcing
A bilateral agreement eliminating tariffs on specific industrial goods through 2029 offers procurement teams a strategic window to stabilise supply chains and optimise project costs.
Read · 5 min→EU Steel Overcapacity Regulation: A Guide for Façade Specifiers
New EU trade measures demand rigorous documentation for steel components. Learn how Regulation (EU) 2026/1384 impacts your supply chain and specification process.
Read · 6 min→North American Lime Supply Chains and Strategic Material Sourcing
Martin Marietta’s acquisition of Lhoist’s North American assets signals a shift in raw material control. We examine the implications for project sourcing and mineral-based building components.
Read · 5 min→Supply Chain Consolidation: Impact on Heavy Building Materials
The US$13.5 billion acquisition of Lhoist North America by Martin Marietta marks a pivotal shift in the industrial minerals sector, altering the procurement landscape for essential building components.
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