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The Quarry Products Association (MPA) serves as the trade association for the aggregates, asphalt, cement, concrete, dimension stone, lime, mortar, and industrial sand industries. Representing 100% of UK cement and lime production, 90% of GB aggregates production, and over 60% of ready-mixed and precast concrete production, the MPA plays a pivotal role in shaping the sector's economic and environmental strategies. With a focus on sustainability, the association advocates for policy reforms, drives decarbonisation initiatives, and promotes biodiversity through its National Nature Park and Restoration Guarantee Fund. The MPA collaborates with government bodies, regulators, and stakeholders to ensure the industry meets national infrastructure and housing demands while transitioning to a low-carbon economy.Its strategic priorities include securing a reasonable operating license, proportionate regulation, and recognition of the sector's progress. The association also addresses critical issues such as planning reform, net zero targets, and workforce development, ensuring the industry remains resilient and innovative. Through campaigns like 'Stay Safe' and 'Cycle Safe,' the MPA prioritises community engagement and road safety, reflecting its commitment to social responsibility. By fostering partnerships and sharing best practices, the MPA supports its members in delivering essential materials that underpin the UK's built environment and economic growth.
Services
Aggregates Supply
Asphalt Production
Cement Manufacturing
Concrete Solutions
Dimension Stone
Industrial Sand
Lime Production
Masonry Mortar
Precast Concrete
Ready-mixed Concrete
Highlights and features
- We represent 100% of UK cement and lime production, ensuring sector-wide influence.
- Our industry supplied 22 billion worth of materials to the UK economy in 2021.
- We lead decarbonisation efforts with a net-negative roadmap for concrete and cement.
- Our advocacy secures policy reforms to support housing and infrastructure growth.
- We promote biodiversity through initiatives like the National Nature Park.
Services
Aggregates Supply
The MPA oversees the supply of aggregates, essential for construction projects nationwide. These materials form the foundation of infrastructure, housing, and commercial developments. The association ensures sustainable extraction practices and advocates for policy reforms to maintain supply chains.
Cement Manufacturing
MPA members produce 100% of UK cement, critical for construction. The association drives decarbonisation through initiatives like carbon capture and low-carbon cements. It also promotes the natural carbon-absorbing properties of concrete to meet net-zero targets.
Biodiversity Strategy
The MPA's National Nature Park and Restoration Guarantee Fund enhance biodiversity through quarry restoration. The association works with regulators to ensure compliance with net-gain requirements, transforming extraction sites into thriving ecosystems.
Policy Advocacy
The MPA engages with government to shape planning reforms, tax policies, and environmental regulations. It addresses challenges like the 2042 mineral permissions deadline and advocates for funding road maintenance through the ALARM campaign.
Safety Campaigns
The MPA's 'Stay Safe' campaign prevents public access to operational quarries, reducing drowning risks. 'Cycle Safe' promotes road safety through CLOCS standards, ensuring heavy vehicles protect vulnerable road users.
Questions
What does the Mineral Products Association do?
The MPA represents the UK's mineral products industry, advocating for sustainable practices, policy reform, and innovation across sectors like aggregates, cement, and concrete.
How does the MPA support sustainability?
The MPA promotes biodiversity through initiatives like its National Nature Park and drives decarbonisation via a net-zero roadmap for concrete and cement.
What industries does the MPA cover?
The MPA represents aggregates, asphalt, cement, concrete, dimension stone, lime, mortar, and industrial sand industries.
How does the MPA engage with government?
The MPA collaborates with policymakers to secure planning reforms, proportionate regulation, and support for housing and infrastructure projects.
What campaigns does the MPA run?
The MPA runs campaigns like 'Stay Safe' to prevent quarry accidents and 'Cycle Safe' to improve road safety for vulnerable users.
