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Cambria Expands US Quartz Processing Capacity
Cambria has opened a new 61,000-square-foot quartz processing center in Minnesota, marking an $80 million investment to streamline its domestic supply chain.
TeamOct 2, 2026 3 min readItalian Stone Exports Rise in H1 2026
Italian stone exports reached US$1.69 billion in H1 2026. While physical volumes declined, record-high prices for processed stone drove overall value growth.
TeamOct 2, 2026 3 min readNavigating the Evolving Landscape of Indian Sandstone Procurement
Indian sandstone exporters face a shifting landscape of regulatory updates, tariff adjustments, and new FEMA compliance rules effective October 2026.
TeamOct 1, 2026 4 min readGlobal Sourcing Inquiry Signals Increased Demand for Stone Slabs
A major US-based purchasing manager has initiated a global sourcing inquiry for high-volume natural and artificial stone slabs, signaling increased demand for international supply chain expansion.
TeamOct 1, 2026 3 min read
Trade & RegulationNew U.S. Tariffs on Brazilian Stone: What You Need to Know
New U.S. tariffs on Brazilian stone have created a split market, exempting quartzites while imposing significant additional duties on granite, marble, and slate.
TeamSep 24, 2026 4 min read
RegulationsCE Marking Is Being Rebuilt — The New EU Construction Products Regulation and the Digital Product Passport
Regulation (EU) 2024/3110 replaces the CPR that has governed CE marking of stone since 2011, and it brings a Digital Product Passport plus mandatory environmental declarations. The transition is long — but buyer-side expectations are arriving early.
TeamSep 1, 2026 6 min read
Trade & ExportTariffs and US Stone Imports — How to Read the Duty Stack Before You Quote
US import duty on stone is no longer one number on a schedule. Between base HTS rates, trade-remedy actions, antidumping orders on quartz surfaces and country-specific measures, landed cost can swing by tens of percent. Here is how to model it properly.
TeamAug 22, 2026 6 min read
SustainabilitySustainable Stone Sourcing — Certifications and Best Practices
Learn about environmental certifications, responsible quarrying practices, and how to choose sustainable stone suppliers for your projects.
TeamAug 18, 2026 5 min read
Buying GuideNatural Stone Buying Guide — What to Consider Before You Purchase
Evaluate quality, finish, origin, and cost — and bring the right questions to your supplier before you commit to a natural stone order.
TeamAug 12, 2026 4 min read
Industry InsightsDigital Sourcing Is Displacing the Traditional Stone Agent — What That Means for Both Sides
For decades the commission agent was the only bridge between a quarry in Rajasthan and a fabricator in Rotterdam. B2B platforms are compressing that role — and both buyers and vendors need to adjust how they work.
TeamAug 11, 2026 3 min read
Industry TrendsTop Natural Stone Trends in 2026
Popular stone types, colours, finishes and applications — what buyers are sourcing and specifying in natural stone this year.
TeamAug 6, 2026 3 min read
Design InspirationModern Applications of Natural Stone in Architecture & Interior Design
Explore inspiring projects and ideas for using natural stone in modern residential, commercial and public spaces.
TeamJul 30, 2026 3 min read