Lifeline for quarry operation

A CEMEX quarry in Pickering has staved off the threat of mothballing after an approach from York Potash to supply aggregates for the construction of its mine site if planning permission is granted next month.

As part of its commitment to use local suppliers, York Potash has indicated that Newbridge Quarry, owned by CEMEX UK would be a preferred supplier due to its proximity to the proposed mine in Sneaton and could provide aggregates for the three year construction phase.

This could secure the immediate future of the quarry, which has been operating since 1897, after a notice was given to its workforce indicating that it may close next month.

Rob Doody, operations director said: “We are delighted that there is the opportunity to supply building material to York Potash. The construction market has been at an all-time ‘low’ affecting the demand for aggregates so it is good news that we can keep the quarry open and our employees in work.”