Shipments up more than 120% from 2011; Spain drives surge.

  More education, more exhibitors for Oct. 10-12 in Nashville.

  Preliminary rates range from 2.12%-13.94%; most units at 8.03%. (July 31)

  A new church in Southern California offers plenty of touches from the motherland, including the exterior stone.

  New president of Confindustria Marmomacchine. (July 31)

  Discount fares, free baggage transfer for exhibitors/operators. (July 31)

  Travertine, hand-held stone saw, floor-protection system, soapstone heater and more.

  Forms Atlanta-based attendee council for next year’s event. (July 18)

  After 40+ years, Chuck O’Koon’s ability to innovate is truly the Cardinal rule.

  Stone imports trend up overall – except for a problem with granite.