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“Zero Stone Waste“: turning marble sludge into marketable products like paste mortar or agglomerate
In a research project, Italian stone and scientific institutions developed the technology to avoid dumping stone offal in disposal sites
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The French association Snroc has used the Tour de France and Tour de France Femmes to showcase its natural stones
The guide describes the types of stone found along the routes, the companies that operate quarries there, and the attractions associated with each type
U.S. President Trump sings the praises of granite: The stone lasts for millions of years, is incredibly resistant to pressure, and is elegant enough for the White House
During the unveiling of the new helipad, he raved about the natural material: “Nature is stronger than what humans can produce”
Antolini® 1956 – 2026: at the beginning stood Luigi Antolini’s vision of natural stone as “a treasure trove of beauty, character, and uniqueness“
The Italian company has its mission in providing rare materials with striking colors and unique natural patterns
Available for download: 2025 Import and export statistics for major stone-producing and stone-consuming countries
The editorial team of Stone-Ideas.com has compiled the data from national associations and national magazines
Centrorochas wins: U.S. maintains quartzites from Brazilian natural stone exports outside new 25 % tariff
However, marble, granite, slate, and other natural stone products will remain subject to the additional duty
China’s stone sector is undergoing a transformation towards higher-quality products, greater environmental responsibility, and new brands with international significance
The China Stone Material Association (CSMA) presented a status report for the past year at the Xiamen 2026 trade fair
NielsenIQ study about the retail purchasing power in Europe: Wide gaps persist across countries and regions
Luxembourg is on top followed by Switzerland, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden
Job losses in the U.S. are Centrorochas’s main argument against President Trump‘s tariffs on imports of various types of Brazilian stone
Approximately 99.9% of Brazil’s natural stone exports to the U.S. consist of semi-finished slabs that American companies use in fabrication, distribution, and installation activities
The planned television series “Master of Stone” is storytelling for natural stone at its finest
The project by stone enthusiast Pierre Bidaud and director Frederico Miranda explores the role of stone in culture and history
Stone consumption in China 2026: “Artistic and household stone applications are gaining growing popularity”
The association CSMA has investigated market prospects in the country’s major cities. Planned is the HUABIAO Award for stone in architecture and interior decoration
About “the potential women have to approach clients, discuss details, and better understand the interlocutor’s needs”
At Xiamen Stone Fair, Amanda Francisco from Stone-Ideas.com talked with international leaders about the stone business from a female point of view
“Natural Stone Conversations in the Quarry” by the Swiss company Bärlocher
Architect, civil engineer, and company head explore the possibilities of natural stone as a modern building material
The Portuguese association Assimagra has produced the 70-minute documentary “Milestone” about the country‘s natural stones
The film showcases the regions‘ tradition, craftsmanship, culture, innovation, and sustainability through their materials
Peter’s Corner: Good news for natural stone – the furniture and interior design sectors are increasingly focusing on the material itself, rather than just the appearance and form of its products
Observations from the Salone del Mobile.Milan fair 2026