AEMA Industry Notes – April 2025

A Strong Start to the Season & Key Industry Highlights

The 2025 season is off to a fast and promising start in many regions, with early activity indicating a strong year ahead for the asphalt emulsion industry. As agencies continue to look for ways to stretch their maintenance budgets, AEMA remains committed to providing education, resources, and opportunities for collaboration throughout the industry.

International Collaboration at ISAET ’24:

The 8th International Symposium on Asphalt Emulsion Technology (ISAET ’24), held in Washington, D.C., brought together global experts for three days of presentations and networking. Several AEMA members were among the 22 speakers, representing the association’s strong voice in advancing the science and application of asphalt emulsions.

Continued Engagement Through the IBEF Webinar:

Building on the success of the symposium, IBEF hosted a Technical Webinar in December that featured five of the most popular ISAET ’24 presentations. Among them was a contribution from AEMA Board Member Aaron Walker of Ingevity. The webinar saw significant engagement, with 230 registrants and 150 participants joining live to explore key technical topics.

New IBEF White Paper Now Available:

After 24 months of development and contributions from 14 industry professionals, IBEF has published a comprehensive new white paper. Now freely available to the public, the paper reflects a shared commitment to transparency and continued learning across the pavement preservation and asphalt emulsion sectors.

Regional Meetings and Upcoming Events:

The Southeastern Pavement Preservation Partnership (SEPPP) held its annual meeting in Richmond, Virginia, from March 18-20, bringing together stakeholders from across the region. Looking ahead, the Northeastern Pavement Preservation Partnership (NEPPP) is preparing for its next gathering in Somerset, New Jersey, from May 13–15.

PPRA Annual Meeting Recap:

More than 250 attendees came together in Rancho Mirage, California, for the 2025 Annual Meeting hosted by the AEMA-ARRA-ISSA (PPRA). The event offered an engaging mix of technical presentations, strategic discussions, and valuable networking opportunities that continue to shape the direction of our shared industry.

Share Your Updates with AEMA:

We’re always looking to spotlight the work and insights of our members. If you have industry news, event highlights, or updates from your company or region, we encourage you to share them. Please contact Morgan at morganb@cmservices.com or Ali at alim@cmservices.com to be featured in future editions of Industry Notes.