Episode 58: 10 trends shaping aggregates in 2026

About this episode

The episode discusses 10 key trends shaping the aggregates industry in 2026.

In the very first Drilling Deeper episode of 2026, Pit & Quarry editorial director Kevin Yanik and managing editor Jack Kopanski lay out 10 trends they’ll be watching closely in aggregates throughout 2026. Among the topics explored this episode are: • Autonomy. How it moves from pilot programs to commercial-ready systems • AI and connectivity. How AI, automation and telematics further take hold • Mergers and acquisitions. Who’s poised to buy this year, and what’s ahead for producer and m...

People in this episode

Hosts: Kevin Yanik, Jack Kopanski

Topics covered

• aggregates
• trends
• autonomy
• AI
• mergers and acquisitions

Keywords

• aggregates
• autonomy
• AI
• telematics
• mergers
• acquisitions
• trends

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Organizations: Pit & Quarry

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