Marmomac 2024 is set to take place at Veronafiere in Italy, gathering over 1,500 exhibitors worldwide to showcase technological and creative advancements in the natural stone industry. The event will feature exhibitions like “The Walk of Stone” and workshops focusing on marble sculpting innovations. • Global Reach: With 66% of visitors coming from outside…
The use of natural stone is expanding from traditional applications into contemporary furniture and artistic installations. This evolution positions stone as not just a structural material but as a central design element that adds uniqueness and elegance to any space. • Market Opportunity: Distributors and fabricators can capitalize on this trend by offering innovative…
The remodeling sector is embracing biophilic design and sustainability as key trends for 2025. Biophilic design integrates natural elements into spaces, creating environments that promote well-being through the use of natural materials like stone, light, and greenery. • Natural Stone’s Role: Stones like marble and granite are increasingly used to enhance the connection between…
The recent agreement to end the U.S. port strike has brought relief to many industries, but a significant backlog of containers remains. Experts predict that it could take weeks or even months to clear, posing a risk to supply chains, including the natural stone sector. • Strategic Inventory Planning: To avoid losing sales opportunities…
Marmomac 2024 will take place from September 24 to 27 at Veronafiere in Italy. The event is one of the most important for the natural stone industry, bringing together more than 1,500 exhibitors from around the world. With a focus on technological and creative innovation, the fair offers a comprehensive overview of the latest developments in stone products and processing tools. This year’s edition…
Logistics remain a challenge for natural stone exporters in Espírito Santo. Approximately 1,900 stone containers that have already been sold are currently stuck in the state, waiting for space for export, representing over R$280 million (US$50 million) in sales yet to be shipped. Tales Machado, president of Centrorochas, highlights that efforts are underway to find solutions, but the situation persists. He projects that with…
CRUZZTO Tests Innovative Solution for Shipping Stones Without Containers Capixaba company CRUZZTO is testing StoneLift, an innovative solution that allows stones to be shipped without containers. With this technology, CRUZZTO aims to reduce loading times by up to 60% and cut costs for end consumers by up to 15%. The first practical test of StoneLift will take place this month, with four units…
During my recent visit to the U.S. to meet with clients and partners, a growing trend became evident: a 20% average increase in natural stone sales. This growth has been driven by three main factors: These factors suggest a growing market for natural stone, with significant opportunities to meet the evolving consumer demands. Source: Leandro Uchoa conversations with clients and visits…
A suburban-area fabricator is facing more than $1 million in federal penalties for dozens of violations tied to the failure to protect workers from silica dust. 300 OSHA The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced Monday that it took action against Florenza Marble & Granite Corp. in Buffalo Grove, Ill. An OSHA inspection of Florenza this past February found…
The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) union, which represents 45,000 workers at major container ports, and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) are currently in negotiations as the union’s contract expires September 30. In a report from Reuters, the groups have not yet reached an agreement on “pay, terminal automation, healthcare coverage and retirement benefits.” Last week, the ILA delegates unanimously agreed to a…
