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