US: Gypsum wallboard distributor GMS has acquired the assets of Colorado-based building products distributor Frontier Drywall Supply. Hardware + Building Supply Dealer News has reported that Frontier Drywall Supply operates despatch facilities in Colorado Springs, Denver and Fort Collins. It will continue to operate under its existing branding as part of GMS’ Pioneer Materials West distribution unit.

GMS has now completed more than 50 acquisitions since 2014. The building materials producer was itself acquired by retail group Home Depot for US$5.5bn in 2025.

France/Finland: Saint-Gobain has collaborated with Finland-based measurement equipment supplier Vaisala to develop dew point monitoring solutions that reduce the energy used in drying gypsum wallboard. Saint-Gobain already uses electric drying systems at two of its plants.

Saint-Gobain drying process team leader Jérôme Cantonnet said "These conditions present a significant challenge for sensors. We tried a number of different humidity and temperature sensor suppliers in the early days and found their products to be insufficiently accurate."

Canada: CGC says that it is progressing a US$75.7m revitalisation of its 2Mt/yr Little Narrows gypsum quarry in Victoria County, Nova Scotia. New infrastructure includes a 183m-long dock for vessels of up to 35,000t capacity, a ship loader, a crusher and conveyor systems. CGC is increasing the site’s staff by 43%, up to 100 people. Local press has reported that mining is due to resume and gypsum shipping to begin later in 2026. The mine will supply natural gypsum for CGC's gypsum products plants across North America.

General manager Erik Hinze said "We are entering a transformative year for the Little Narrows quarry. Beyond the construction of world-class sustainable mining operation and modern site infrastructure, we are focused on building a team that reflects the talent and values of Cape Breton. This revitalisation project is about creating a safe, sustainable operation that will support the local economy and the Canadian building industry for the next generation."

US: USG has appointed Christopher Macey as its new President and CEO. Macey takes on responsibility for delivering USG’s strategic growth roadmap, maintaining its momentum with a focus on operational performance and customer delivery in line with its business plan. He served as USG’s Chief Operating Officer and Senior Vice President from September 2025, and was previously President, Gypsum, President, Canada and, before that, President, Ceilings. Macey’s background encompasses sales and business leadership roles in USG and Owens Corning. He completed an Advanced Management Program at the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School in Philadelphia, US, and an Executive Master of Business Administration degree (EMBA) degree from Ivey Business School at Western University in London, Canada. Macey also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Western University. USG said that Macey’s appointment will help to ensure continuity in strategy and execution as the company approaches its 125th anniversary.

USG said "Chris brings decades of experience in the building materials industry and a deep understanding of our business, having led teams across Canada, Latin America and the US for the past 20 years. His leadership has consistently been defined by a strong connection to our people, a focus on operational excellence and a commitment to delivering for our customers."