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The U.S. International Trade Commission voted 2-1 in the affirmative in a key decision affecting the quartz surface products market, setting the stage for a follow-up hearing on April 14 to consider potential remedies.

In an effort to continue to invest in the future of the industry, the Natural Stone Institute (NSI) offers scholarship programs. The 2026 scholarship winners are Lauren Larios of Pacific Shore Stones and Shannon Clarke of Classic Rock Fabrication.

She was recognized for her leadership and service through the Gary Sinise Foundation R.I.S.E. program.

IPA Laboratories is now offering ANSI A137.1 testing packages designed to evaluate the specific criteria that are missing when products are tested only to ISO standards.

The Brazilian Pavilion at Coverings will bring together materials that express the geological diversity and the industrial capacity of the sector, establishing Brazil as one of the main global suppliers of natural stone.

Mentees and peer mentors can register for Women in Stone's mentorship program anytime between now and August 15, 2026.

Evan Cohen of Quality Marble & Granite in Ontario, CA, was named the Natural Stone Institute (NSI) 2025 Person of the Year.

Steve Christensen, CACP of Kepco in Salt Lake City, UT, was named Natural Stone Craftsman of the Year by the Natural Stone Institute (NSI).

Laticrete marks its 70th anniversary with the appointment of Daniel B. Rothberg and Henry B. Rothberg to its Board of Directors, alongside the formal publishing of the Rothberg Family Vision & Values Statement.

The Migliore Award for Lifetime Achievement was presented to Guido Gliori of Grazzini Brothers in Eagan, MN.