Facing financial constraints as a result of to state and federal budget cuts, one Michigan town is considering converting their deteriorating paved roads to gravel.
Midwest President Steven Vitale Receives Smart 50 Award
Steven Vitale, President of Midwest Industrial Supply, Inc., has been named a recipient of one of this year’s Northeast Ohio Smart 50 Awards! Our company is honored to be recognized for the rapid growth, innovative business practices, and industry-leading line of products that Steven’s leadership has helped make possible.
Japan Turns to Coal to Power Its Economy
Japan is taking a second look at coal, and the industry likes what it sees. With demand for electricity surging and marked improvements designed to reduce emissions coming to mining technologies, Japan is ready to invest in the next generation of coal.
Worst Spring Thaw in 20 Years Leaves Finland’s Unpaved Roads In Dire Need of Repairs
Drivers in Finland are still dealing with the fallout from a harsh spring thaw, which inflicted major damage on its extensive network of unpaved roads.
Alaska and China Establish Major Natural Gas Agreement
China is among the world’s largest consumers of natural gas. A new pipeline in Alaska could help the Last Frontier meet the asian country’s continually rising demand.