Brick World Review 1/2024

Editorial

  • Another stormy year ahead, but clear skies on the horizon

by Davide Miserendino

World News

Events

  • Clemson Brick Forum reaches its 70th edition

Economics

  • Poor residential sector performance dampens construction growth in Europe
  • The global real estate market in 2024
  • The Italian real estate market shows signs of recovery
  • Another difficult year for the U.S. housing market
  • Wienerberger ready for future challenges

Interview

  • New technologies to help Nexe Grupa navigate the green transition
  • Santafé starts up a new line at its Soacha 2 facility

Technology

  • Fortaleza upgrades to robotic handling
  • Efficient management of extremely high factory temperatures
  • Never change a winning team

Sustainability

  • Sustainability is no longer optional

Topics

  • Cybersecurity: are we ready to protect our data?
  • New Machinery Regulation: regulatory and safety obligations

Architecture

  • Callington Mill Distillery combines history and contemporary design