Quarry Management

Quarry Management magazine has been the official monthly journal of The Institute of Quarrying since 1918. Each issue contains timely, relevant and topical coverage of all key issues, developments and advances in the aggregates sector.

Editor
Steve Adam - tel: 0115 945 3893 - steve@qmj.co.uk

Assistant Editor
Simon Chan - tel: 0115 945 3894 - simon@qmj.co.uk

Advertisement Manager
Kathryn Bardsley - tel: 0115 945 4369 - kathryn@qmj.co.uk

Subscriptions
Sue Chambers - tel: 0115 945 3884; online: www.qmj.co.uk

This Month - December 2025

Interview

Exceeding Expectations
Kelly Tanks talk to QM about the company’s commitment to continuous product development and the vital role of first-class aftermarket support.

Concrete Technology

How technology is shaping the future of sustainable construction; Heidelberg Materials lead UK production of nuclear-grade concrete; Proving low-carbon concrete performance with AI maturity sensors.

Automation & Control

Procon drive efficiency in quarrying through intelligent belt weighing automation; Major milestone as Cat automation shifts to quarry operations.

Institute of Quarrying

Celebrating Excellence
How recognizing student achievements shapes the future of quarrying and mineral products.

Special Report

Demand for circularity in construction on the rise
New Holcim research finds growing appetite for circular products that reduce reliance on virgin materials.

Viewpoint

Why we Need to Think Beyond Batteries
Electrification is leading the way in the race towards zero-emission construction, but Mats Sköldberg, head of technology at Volvo CE, says battery-electric machines alone will not be enough.

Tech Talk

Blasting, loading, hauling
Operating together to deliver optimized results. By Ryan Ward, commercial manager, EPC-UK.

Spotlights

Hard Rock, Easy Choice: Finlay deliver for Breedon
Molson Finlay-supplied J-1480 jaw crusher added to fleet at Daviot Quarry, to boost processing of blasted material.

Transforming Material Recovery
Bruce Materials Processing Solutions commission state-of-the-art waste recycling plant for Aggreg8.