The Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA) has announced the appointment of Dr Andrew Minson as Concrete and Sustainable Construction Director. Dr Minson joins the GCCA from the UK-based Mineral Products Association and will take up the role in January 2019.

Dr Minson will lead the GCCA’s work in promoting the sustainability value of concrete in the future of construction, according to a press release.

"I am delighted to be taking on this role at the GCCA, working in a sector which contributes so much to a safe, resilient and resource efficient built environment. Concrete as a material is so versatile and has such a range of inherent performance benefits that it can be used by the construction industry to deliver great projects. I look forward to bringing together best practice from around the world with the latest thinking to show how concrete can lead to the best sustainable outcomes for society," said Dr Minson.