http://www.worldcement.com/ en-uk worldcement.com webmaster@worldcement.com http://www.worldcement.com/media/logo.gif http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/GCC cement sector.aspx Global Investment House, Kuwait, discusses the state of the cement industry in the GCC region. 03/02/2012 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/China_considers_stricter_emissions_regulations_for_cement_industry.aspx China’s Ministry of Environmental Protection is reportedly considering tightening emissions regulations for the cement industry. 03/02/2012 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Colombia_investors_take_note.aspx Paul Maxwell-Cook looks at the improvements to infrastructure and the developments in trading relations that are spurring growth in Colombia’s cement industry. This article is an abridged version of the full article, which appeared in the February 2012 issue of World Cement. 03/02/2012 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cemex_releases_4Q11_and_FY11_results.aspx Cemex has released its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year 2011, both of which indicate an overall increase in net sales. 02/02/2012 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/FLSmidth_Continues_Negotiations_to_Acquire_Ludowici.aspx Negotiations with Ludowici continue as FLSmidth considers the acquisition of the Australian company. 01/02/2012 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/US_Cement_Statistics_from_the_USGS.aspx Key points from the USGS cement report. 31/01/2012 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/100th_line_for_Starlinger_Ad_Star_Sacks.aspx Starlinger delivers 100th conversion line for AD*STAR sacks. 30/01/2012 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Regulations_targets_and_trends_in_the_cement_industry.aspx The World Business Council for Sustainable Development’s (WBCSD) Cement Sustainability Initiative (CSI) has recently completed a comprehensive stakeholder engagement survey. Philippe Fonta, the CSI’s new Program Director, reviews the key issues. 27/01/2012 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cemex_to_Continue_Protection_of_Turtles_at_Former_French_Quarry.aspx Cemex renews an agreement with Sepanso Landes environmental group for the protection of turtles at a former quarry site in France. 27/01/2012 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/WBCSD Releases Guidelines on Quarry Rehabilitation.aspx The WBCSD, in cooperation with members and the CSI, has published practical guidelines for quarry rehabilitation. 26/01/2012 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Grasim_reports_improved_performance.aspx Grasim Industries has reported a 33% rise in net profit for the third quarter ended 31 December 2011, driven by the company’s cement business. 24/01/2012 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/KHD_carries_out_successful_performance_test_in_Russia.aspx ZAB Zementanlagenbau GmbH Dessau, a subsidiary of KHD Humboldt Wedag GmbH, has carried out a successful performance test of kiln line 1 at JUGPK in Novotroizk, Russia. 23/01/2012 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Bolivian_cement_consumption_to_rise_in_2012.aspx According to recent forecasts, cement consumption in Bolivia is expected to grow by 10% in the coming year. 20/01/2012 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Mexican_cement_prices_continue_to_rise.aspx Continuing a trend from last year, Mexican cement prices have carried on rising into the new year. 20/01/2012 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Competition_Commission_to_investigate_the_UK_aggregates_cement_and_ready-mix_concrete_markets.aspx The Office of Fair Trading has referred the UK aggregates, cement and ready-mix concrete markets to the Competition Commission for investigation. 19/01/2012 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Holcim_forced_to_write_off_AfriSam_debt.aspx In the fourth quarter of 2011, Holcim charges extraordinary cash-neutral impairments of CHF775 million against net income after tax. 17/01/2012 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Effective_Monitoring_For_Energy_Management.aspx Mike Hogg, general manager of Shell Gas Direct, discusses how cement producers can embrace energy management in the UK. 16/01/2012 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cemex_to_supply_tourist_centre_in_the_Bahamas.aspx Cemex has been selected as the primary cement supplier for the Baha Mar tourist complex in Cable Beach, Nassau 16/01/2012 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Wildlife_Habitat_Council_Certify_Five_Cemex_USA_Sites.aspx The Wildlife Habitat Council has certified five Cemex sites across the USA for their management of wildlife enhancement and land conservation projects. 13/01/2012 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/HeidelbergCement_opens_new_cement_mill_in_Bangladesh.aspx HeidelbergCement has opened a new cement ball mill, with a grinding capacity of 0.8 million t, at its plant in Chittagong, Bangladesh. 12/01/2012 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Indonesias_cement_sales_grew_17_percent_in_2011.aspx Indonesia’s cement sales grew 17% last year, with total domestic sales reaching 47.9 million t, according to Indonesia’s cement association (ASI). 11/01/2012 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Resolute_Poland.aspx Paul Maxwell-Cook examines Poland’s road to success. This article is an abridged version of the full article, which appeared in the January 2012 issue of World Cement. 10/01/2012 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Russia_Foundations_of_Growth.aspx Shushmal Maheshwari, RNCOS, provides an overview of the Russian Cement Industry. This article is an abridged version of the full article which appeared in the January 2012 issue of World Cement. 10/01/2012 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Blue_World_Crete_presents_new_green_cement.aspx Blue World Crete Inc. presents new discoveries in green building materials technology. 10/01/2012 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Launch_of_new_safety_passport_scheme.aspx The UK’s Mineral Products Qualification Council, a training provider for the extractives, mineral processing and related manufacturing industries, has launched the MPQC Contractor Safety Passport Scheme. 09/01/2012 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cimpor_emphasises_Research_and_Development_with_new_contract.aspx Cimpor signs a contract with Instituto Superior Técnico, the largest and most reputed school of Engineering, Science and Technology in Portugal. 05/01/2012 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/IFC_supports_construction_sector_in_Iraq.aspx IFC has provided a US$50 million loan to Lafarge to aid economic recovery in Iraq. 04/01/2012 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/FLSmidth_awarded_two_projects_by_Cimpor_in_Brazil.aspx FLSmidth has signed a contract for two cement projects worth a total of US$132 million (approximately DKK750 million) with the company Cimpor Cimentos do Brasil Ltda in Brazil. 03/01/2012 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Air_Pollution_Control_Joint_Venture_for_FLSmidth_and_SEPEC.aspx FLSmidth and Sino Environment Engineering Development Company Ltd are to launch a joint venture to sell air pollution control products to China’s cement industry. 21/12/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Lafarge_Shui_On_enters_coal_ash_cooperation.aspx Yunnan Sparton Environtech Co. Ltd. (YSET) has executed a Letter of Intent and cooperation agreement with Lafarge Shui On (Beijing) Technical Services Co., Ltd (LSOC). 20/12/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Hanson_new_concrete_plant .aspx Hanson UK has invested £1.3 million in its Acton concrete plant to help meet the increasing demand in the London construction market, which is being driven by large high profile contracts, such as Crossrail. 20/12/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Beumer_strengthens_position_in_Australia.aspx The Beumer Group, based in Beckum, Germany, has established an independent company in Australia. 19/12/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Ceramic_liners_increase_efficiency_at_Hanson_UK_quarry.aspx Replacing steel liners with Sandvik ceramic inserts increases efficiency at Hanson UK’s Ingleton quarry 16/12/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Sustainability_Improvement_from_MPA_Members.aspx The MPA’s 3rd Sustainable Development Report highlights industry improvements in sustainability. 14/12/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Sika_to_acquire_Axim_from_Italcementi_Group.aspx The deal relates to all the activities of concrete admixtures and cement grinding aids in Italy, France, USA, Canada, Morocco and Spain with sales of around 61 million euro (CHF75 million) in 2010. 14/12/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Environment_a_Key_Factor_in_Adelaide_Brighton_Cement’s_Choice_of_Shiploader.aspx Adelaide Brighton Cement opts for a Siwertell shiploader from Cargotec, attracted by the unit’s environmental credentials. 13/12/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Results_in_Durban.aspx In an unexpected end to the COP17 summit in Durban South Africa, the US, China and India have agreed to be included in a new legal framework for emissions reduction that will come into force in 2020, although the details of the deal are yet to be agreed. COP17 also agreed to an extension of the Kyoto Protocol to 2017. 13/12/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Cemex_UK_invests_in_new_bagging_technology.aspx Cemex in the UK has invested US$5.5 million in a new cement bagging plant at its Rugby plant in Warwickshire. 13/12/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Tenova_acquires_Bateman_Engineering_NV.aspx Tenova, a worldwide supplier of advanced technologies and equipment for the iron and steel and mining industries, has announced the acquisition of Bateman Engineering N.V., a leading equipment supplier and engineering house for the mining industry. 13/12/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Dalmia_Cement_set_to_expand_its_reach_across_India.aspx Dalmia Cement is poised to open new cement plants in Meghalaya and Karnataka, India, as part of its expansion plans. 12/12/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/USGS_releases_report_on_Cement_in_September_2011.aspx This report provides monthly data on the shipments of cement to final customers, and the production of clinker, in the United States from January 2010 through the current month.1 Data on the imports of cement and clinker for the current month are also provided. 12/12/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cimpor_receives_Best_Brand_award_in_Mozambique.aspx Cimentos de Moçambique, Cimpor’s brand in the Mozambican market, has just been awarded the Best Brand of 2011 prize in the Industrial category of the Best Brands of Mozambique 2011 survey. 12/12/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Holcim_to_invest_in_Ecuador.aspx Holcim Ecuador will continue its commitment to the development of the construction industry in Ecuador 09/12/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/New_Nordic_climate_initiative .aspx The Nordic countries renew their shared commitment to combat climate change with a new emissions reductions programme, The Nordic Partnership Initiative supported by the countries along with the Nordic Council of Ministers. The NPI will help Peru and Vietnam cut their greenhouse gas emissions in highly polluting sectors like waste and cement. 09/12/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/SDIC’s_Indonesian_Cement_Plant_Ambition.aspx SDIC sets its sights on West Papua, Indonesia, as the location for a new US$200 million cement plant. 08/12/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Lafarge_UK_hands_supply_contract_to_Wincanton.aspx Wincanton is to deliver more than 2 million t of bagged and bulk cement for Lafarge Cement UK. 06/12/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Double award cements Lafarge’s reputation as a marketing leader.aspx Lafarge Cement has scooped two marketing awards within days of one another, the ‘Best Brand Campaign’ prize at the B2B Marketing Awards and ‘Best In House Marketing Team’ at the Construction Marketing Awards. 05/12/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cemex_to_supply_cement_for_luxury_hotel_in_the_Philippines .aspx Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts names Cemex as the supplier of choice for the first phase of a luxury hotel resort in the Philippines. 02/12/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/Cemex_finally_gets_resolution_to_Venezuelan_nationalisation.aspx Cemex and the government of Venezuela have reached an agreement on the nationalisation of Cemex Venezuela. 01/12/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Loesche_Automation_receives_contracts_in_Chile_and_Indonesia.aspx Loesche has received orders to provide electronic and automation engineering from Hormigones Transex Ltda in Chile and PT Semen Baturaja (Persero) in Indonesia. Meanwhile, the company has also held its first Round Table in Korea. 01/12/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/UK_cement_industry_continues_to_beat_its_environmental_performance_targets.aspx “A landmark for the cement industry” was how Dr Pal Chana, Executive Director of the Mineral Products Association (MPA), described the industry’s performance against its Environment Agency agreed Sector Plan targets for 2010. 30/11/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Martin_Engineering_opens_new_office_in_Peru.aspx The new facility will provide products and technical support to the central and northern regions of Peru. 30/11/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/New_structure_for_Hanson_Quarry_Products .aspx Construction materials supplier Hanson is restructuring its concrete, asphalt and contracting business. 29/11/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Macmahon_awarded_second_Nigerian_quarrying_contract.aspx Macmahon Holdings Ltd is to undertake quarrying operations at UniCem’s 2.5 million tpa cement plant near Calabar, Nigeria. 28/11/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/Holcim_awards_Fives_FCB_with_Brazilian_contract .aspx Holcim (Brasil) S.A. and Fives FCB recently signed a contract for the supply of a 4500 tpd clinker production line for the Barroso plant in Brasil. 28/11/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Price_hikes,_new_rail_link_and_unrest_in_India.aspx This round-up includes news of further price increase in India, a new rail link that will open up further investment opportunities in Ras, and protests at a cement plant where a man was fatally injured in an accident. 28/11/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/A_Tale_of_Two_Archipelagos.aspx The Philippines and Indonesia have much in common. The following article is an abridged version of the full article, featured in the December 2011 issue, which explores the two Southeast Asian countries’ similarities and differences. 25/11/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Independence_20_Years_On.aspx Paul Maxwell-Cook looks at the developments in Turkmenistan over the last 20 years and the expectations for the future. This article is an abridged version of the full article, which appeared in the December 2011 issue of World Cement. 25/11/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Semen_Gresik_to_construct_two_new_plants_starting_next_year.aspx Indonesia’s Semen Gresik has told The Jakarta Post that it will build two new plants next year. 25/11/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Lafarge_announces_new_organisation_project.aspx Lafarge’s product line-based organisation is to be replaced with a country-based organisation. This will include the removal of a layer of management and the resulting reorganisation of the Executive Committee. 22/11/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/IHS_lowers_global_construction_spending_outlook_to_4.9_percent.aspx IHS has lowered the outlook for global construction spending next year to 4.9%, due to economic conditions in the US and Eurozone. 18/11/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Lafarge_ranks_7th_in_first_UK_green_league_table.aspx Lafarge Aggregates & Concrete UK (LACUK) has been ranked 7th in the league table of the CRC Energy Efficiency Scheme. 17/11/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/FLSmidth_releases_its_Interim_Report.aspx Danish engineering group FLSmidth & Co A/S cut its full-year 2011 expectation for cement capacity growth as activity in India stalled and third-quarter profits fell in line with forecast. 10/11/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Holcim_releases_its_third_quarter_results.aspx Holcim, the world's second largest cement maker, increased its sales volumes for cement, despite price hikes failing to offset rising energy costs and the strong Swiss franc. 10/11/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/New_Dangote_cement_plant_to_be_inaugurated.aspx A new 6 million tpa Dangote cement plant in Ibese, Ogun State, will soon be inaugurated. 10/11/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/CRH_plc_has_released_its_Interim_Management_Statement .aspx CRH plc, the international building materials group, has issued its Interim Management Statement demonstrating slight increase in sales growth. 10/11/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Italcementi_Group_Q3_results.aspx Italian cement giant Italcementi has produced its third quarter results, reflecting the sale of its assets in Turkey earlier this year. 08/11/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/New_report_finds_concrete_industry_at_forefront_of_sustainable_construction.aspx The UK concrete industry has recently published its latest annual Concrete Sustainability Performance report, which sets out the progress made on a wide range of sustainability targets during 2010. 08/11/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Dyckerhoff_sales_up_14_percent.aspx Dyckerhoff has announced a 14% increase in Group sales to €1.2 billion in the first nine months of 2011. The volumes of the Group’s products increased in most markets, except the US. 08/11/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/UK_declining_construction_and_aggregates_trends.aspx UK MPA survey results for the third quarter indicate that overall sector demand was relatively flat compared with the same quarter of 2010. 07/11/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Joint_venture_partner_to_set_up_a_3_million_tpa_cement_plant_sought.aspx HeidelbergCement and Ultratech are among the cement producers interested in the joint venture partnership to set up a 3 million tpa plant in India. 07/11/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Demand_for_cement_in_Kenya_promises_high_dividends.aspx Bamburi Cement and Athi River Mining are expected to realise higher cash return from their operations in the next three years. 07/11/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/ABB_updates_its_5-year_strategy .aspx ABB expects to grow faster than its markets over the period 2011 to 2015 by focusing on sectors where its combined power and automation portfolio offers competitive advantages. 04/11/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Lafarge_Q3_profit_falls.aspx Lafarge has announced plans for a €500 million cost saving programme, as it posts a 9% drop in third quarter profit to €750 million. The group has also announced the closing of the sale of its European and South American gypsum assets to Etex Group. 04/11/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/HeidelbergCement_profits_exceed_estimates.aspx As sales grew faster than anticipated, HeidelbergCement AG reported third-quarter profit that beat analyst estimates. 03/11/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/FLSmidth_wins_lime_plant_project_in_Uruguay.aspx FLSmidth has been awarded a US$35 million contract to supply equipment and technology to Cementos del Plata SA’s lime manufacturing facility in Uruguay. 02/11/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/ACC_reveals_Q3_results.aspx ACC Ltd has announced a rise in Q3 profit after tax to Rs 159.31 crore, compared to Rs 86.31 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. 01/11/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/JK_Lakshmi_Cement’s_operating_profits_up_49_percent.aspx JK Lakshmi Cement’s results for the July – September quarter reveal a 49% rise in operating profits before other income to Rs 41.17 crore. However, the company’s turnover and profitability were lower than the previous quarter. 01/11/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Trolex_pressure_sensors_used_for_Lafarge_kiln_upgrade.aspx Trolex pressure sensors have recently been installed at Lafarge Cement in Derbyshire, as part of an upgrade to their kiln process cleaning system. 01/11/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cemex’s_Chelm_plant_receives_multiple_environmental_awards.aspx Cemex in Poland’s Chelm cement plant has received two awards at the second International EcoForum Conference, held in Lublin, Poland. The plant has also been registered in EMAS. 01/11/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Dalmia_in_talks_to_acquire_new_cement_plants_in_India .aspx As new entrants are exiting the sector, Dalmia is in talks to acquire newly built plants in the country. 31/10/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/IFC's_Role_in_the_Middle_East_and_Africa.aspx Michel Folliet, Chief Industry Specialist for IFC Building Materials Sector, explains how IFC is contributing to sustainable growth in the cement industry across the emerging markets of Middle East and North Africa. 31/10/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cooler_Options.aspx This month, Paul Maxwell-Cook’s Industry Insight looks at developments in clinker cooler technology. 31/10/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Precision_Machine_partners_with_Power_Process_Equipment.aspx Precision Machine & Manufacturing Inc. has partnered with Power Process Equipment Inc. The move strengthens the manufacturer’s client relationships in the north-central states of the USA. 28/10/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Tax_credit_eases_East_African_Portland_Cement_Company’s_financial_situation.aspx The East African Portland Cement Company (EAPCC) has return to the profit zone thanks to a new tax credit, despite a loss of earnings from the weakening of the Kenyan shilling against the Japanese yen. 28/10/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cemex_reports_Q3_2011_results.aspx Cemex has announced that consolidated net sales increased by 5% during the third quarter of 2011 to approximately US$3.9 billion. 27/10/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/The_MPA_urges_the_UK_government_to_back_domestic_cement_and_lime_manufacturing.aspx The Mineral Products Association welcomes the Chancellor of the Exchequer’s commitment to and support of cement and lime manufacturing in the UK. 26/10/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Siam_Cement_releases_Q3_results.aspx SCG has recorded a 12.5% rise in Q3 net profit year-on-year, but warns that the current flood crisis will result in decreased revenue in Q4. 26/10/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/ABB_retains_leading_market_position.aspx ABB has retained its leading worldwide market position in the core automation market, according to the ARC’s latest study. 25/10/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Ash_Grove_Cement_Company_to_suspend_production.aspx Due to continued poor economic conditions, Ash Grove Cement Company has announced plans to alter operations at six of its 10 cement plants in the Midwest and Western regions of the US. 25/10/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cemex to supply 250 000 yd3 of ready-mix concrete for the Port of Miami project.aspx The industry giant is to supply concrete, cement, and services for US$1 billion Port of Miami Project in Florida. 25/10/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cement_exports_from_Pakistan_up_by_over_50_percent.aspx As bilateral relations are improving, cement exports to India from Pakistan have increased 53.8% to 0.16 million t in the first quarter of the financial year 2012. 24/10/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Lucky_Cement_lends_a_helping_hand_to_flood_victims.aspx Lucky Cement provides relief goods to around 6000 families following the devastating floods in Pakistan. 21/10/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cemex_companies_recognised_as_suppliers_of_choice_by_Alabama_chapter_of_ABC.aspx Cemex-owned Ready Mix USA and Block USA have been recognised as suppliers of choice by the Alabama Chapter of the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) organisation. 21/10/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Dangote_Cement_capitalisation_reaches_a_significant_US$15_billion.aspx Expecting to single-handedly surpass Nigeria’s entire 17 million tpa cement need before the end of next year, the Dangote Group reports that its capitalisation has reached US$15 billion. 17/10/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Cemex’s_affordable_housing_project_is_going_well.aspx Cemex has announced a number of developments in the progress of its affordable housing initiative. 17/10/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Saudi_Cement_Company_reports_39_percent_increase_in_Q3_profits.aspx Saudi Cement Company said net profits for the third quarter rose by more than a third against the same period last year, though results were down against the second quarter. 13/10/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Cemex_UK_restores_Northumberland_quarry_into_a_nature_conservation_area .aspx A Cemex UK sand and gravel quarry in Branton, Nr Powburn in Northumberland has been progressively restored and transformed into a stunning 29 hectare nature conservation area. 13/10/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/US_cement_statistics_for_July_2011.aspx The USGS has released its figures for cement production, consumption and shipments in July 2011. 11/10/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Pakistan_sales_down_profits_up.aspx The 2011 financial year has seen a turnaround for the Pakistani cement industry, which saw profit of Rs.2.54 billion against a loss of Rs.2.59 billion in the previous fiscal. 11/10/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/ZPC_makes_modifications,_boosts_output_by_10_percent.aspx In Zambia, Zambezi Portland Cement Limited (ZPC) has reportedly increased production from 1100 tpd to 1300 tpd. 10/10/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Growth_in_Indonesian_market_prompts_capacity_expansion.aspx Bosowa Corp is expanding capacity at two plants and setting up a third to meet the rising demand for cement in the Indonesian market. 10/10/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Developments_in_Nigeria_and_beyond.aspx Nigeria continues its progress towards becoming self-sufficient in cement production, and Nigeria giant Dangote signs investment agreements in Ethiopia and the DRC. 10/10/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/India’s_real_estate_industry_demands_enquiry_into_price_hikes.aspx India’s real estate industry is demanding an enquiry into what it calls the ‘exorbitant price hike by leading manufacturers’. 10/10/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cement_Association_of_Canada_launches_Contempra.aspx The Cement Association of Canada and its members have introduced a new product to the Canadian market: Contempra™. This is a new cement that decreases CO2 emissions by 10% while still producing concrete with a level of strength and durability comparable to that produced with regular Portland cement. 07/10/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/PPC_acquires_three_aggregate_quarries.aspx As part of its southern African expansion, PPC has acquired three aggregate quarries from Quarries of Botswana for US$6.8 million. 04/10/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Akçansa_celebrates_the_opening_of_its_WHR_plant_in_Çanakkale.aspx The new US$24 million WHR plant will generate nearly 30% of the cement plant’s total energy demand. 30/09/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Oman_Cement_Company_secures_loans_for_plant_modernisation_projects.aspx BankMuscat has agreed to two loans totalling more than OMR25.77 million for the cement manufacturer. 30/09/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Vietnamese_cement_producers_urged_to_cut_costs.aspx In a recent meeting, the Deputy Prime Minister urged cement companies to cut energy costs and to restructure, in order to sharpen their competitiveness. 28/09/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/FLSmidth_receives_minerals_orders_in_the_Middle_East.aspx FLSmidth has received four minerals orders, worth approximately €40 million each, from a company in the Middle East 27/09/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Neighbours_in_the_East.aspx David Hayes profiles India and Pakistan’s cement industries. 27/09/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Optimism_in_Oman.aspx Paul Maxwell-Cook takes a look at the economic developments in Oman impacting the cement industry. 27/09/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Beumer_take_over_Enexco_Teknologies_India_Ltd.aspx BEUMER enhances market presence with acquisition of Enexco Teknologies India Ltd. 26/09/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/PCA_applauds_committee_passage_of_Cement_Sector_Regulatory_Relief_Act_of_2011.aspx Yesterday’s committee passage of “Cement Sector Regulatory Relief Act of 2011” (H.R. 2681) by the House Energy and Commerce Committee illustrates the importance of putting in place regulations that protect American lives and American jobs. 22/09/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Lafarge_vision_becomes_a_reality .aspx Lafarge Cement's vision for the future is starting to take shape at the company's former cement works at Northfleet in Kent, with a major investment in the reconnection of rail freight facilities to the main north Kent line commencing at the site. 21/09/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/FLSmidth_adds_to_its_minerals_business.aspx FLSmidth has signed an agreement to acquire the assets of the privately owned company Knelson, a Canada based corporate partnership that is active within the minerals industries. 21/09/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Dangote_signs_115_million_dollar_investment_agreement_to_construct_a_cement_plant_in_Cameroon.aspx Cameroon and Dangote Group recently signed a US$115 million investment agreement for the construction of a composite cement production plant, which will result in the production of 1.5 million tpa of cement in Douala, Cameroon. 20/09/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Siam_Cement_invests_in_Indonesia.aspx Siam Cement PCL recently announced investment plans worth US$441.2 million, to buy a 30% stake in Indonesia's PT Chandra Asri Petrochemical Tbk. 20/09/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/HeidelbergCement_signs_co-operation_agreement_with_BirdLife_International.aspx HeidelbergCement and BirdLife International have signed a co-operation agreement with the goal of improving biological diversity at quarrying sites. 20/09/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Holcim_Ltd_appoints_new_CEO.aspx Holcim Ltd has appointed Bernard Fontana as its new CEO with effect from 1 February 2012. Fontana, who is presently the CEO of Aperam, replaces Markus Akermann, who will be reaching retirement age at the end of January 2012. 20/09/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Akmenes_Cementas_places_order_for_steel_structures .aspx Ruukki has signed a contract worth approximately €6 million to manufacture and install steel structures at Akmenes Cementas’ new Lithuanian cement plant. 16/09/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Two_Roanoke_Cement_Company_Terminals_Recognised_for_health_and_safety_programmes.aspx The North Carolina Department of Labour commend the Roanoke Cement Company’s Winston-Salem and Castle Hayne terminal sites. 16/09/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Ambuja_Cements_acquires_60_percent_stake_in_Dirk_India.aspx Ambuja Cements has acquired a 60% equity stake in Dirk India at a cost of Rs 16.51 crore. 15/09/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Indonesian_cement_producer_seeks_coal_miner.aspx In an effort to secure supply, Semen Gresik is actively looking to acquire a local coal mining company. 14/09/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Funding_the_Future.aspx The past two years have proved to be extremely challenging for the building services industry as the construction sector struggles against the global downturn and slow economic recovery. 12/09/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Overcapacity_continues_to_affect_cement_industry.aspx UltraTech, one of India’s largest cement producers, recently stated that oversupply would continue to plague the 300 million t industry for another 24 – 36 months. 12/09/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/FLSmidth wins another Russian contract.aspx FLSmidth has received a contract from Kaluga Cement Plant LLC for the supply of a complete cement plant. 12/09/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Tanzania’s_cement_production_to_grow_by_18_percent.aspx According to an Equity Research Cement Sector survey, Tanzania's cement production is expected to exceed the region rate of 13% and grow by 18% by the end of this year. 12/09/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/World_Cement_mentioned_on_UK’s_biggest_radio_station.aspx When BBC Radio 2’s breakfast show started talking about cement, World Cement had to get in on the discussion… 12/09/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Inaction_on_EPA_regulations_will_cause_4000_jobs_to_be_lost.aspx Dan Harrington, President and CEO of Lehigh Hanson, Inc., and former chair of the Portland Cement Association (PCA), has argued that inaction on EPA regulations will result in the direct loss of 4000 high-paying manufacturing jobs. 09/09/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/HeidelbergCement_publishes_Group_Sustainability_Report_2009/2010.aspx HeidelbergCement is publishing its fourth Group Sustainability Report. 08/09/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cemex_achieves_record_integration_of_new_business_process_model .aspx Cemex has enhanced its operations with a new SAP-centric enterprise platform. 06/09/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/ABB_technologies_named_among_the_most_important_of_the_decade .aspx Along with smartphones and digital photography, FACTS has been named among the top 11 technologies of the decade by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). 05/09/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Sinoma_looking_to_expand_overseas.aspx Sinoma has announced that it is in talks in Europe and the US over acquisitions valued at 1 – 10 billion yuan each. 01/09/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Taiwan_Cement_post_43_percent_increase_in_half_year_net_profit .aspx Taiwan Cement Corp. has recently posted an almost 43% increase in net profit for the first half of this year on the back of strong growth in its operations in China. 01/09/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Cemex_launches_alternative_fuels_projects_in_the_Philippines.aspx Cemex in the Philippines has partnered with two international environmental groups to implement a joint US$10 million alternative fuels project at its Solid Cement plant. Additionally, health and safety efforts are recognised in Austria and Thailand. 01/09/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/USGS_data_reveals_production_slightly_down_in_US.aspx The US Geological Survey has issued its report providing monthly data on the shipments of cement to final customers, and the production of clinker, in the US from January - June 2011. 31/08/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/KHD_wins_an_order_for_a_5000_tpd_production_line_in_Brazil.aspx Humboldt Wedag Inc., a subsidiary of KHD Humboldt Wedag, has received an order from Cimentos Liz S.A. for a new 5000 tpd kiln line in Brazil. 31/08/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Environmental_and_business_news_from_across_India.aspx Analysts continue to predict a negative outlook for the Indian cement industry, as demand-supply glut continues. Meanwhile, mining has been suspended in Chittorgarh and the Ministry of Environment and Forests has reported that action is being taken against plants that are not complying with emissions standards. 30/08/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Sri_Lanka_expansions_planned_as_shortage_continues.aspx As reported last week, Sri Lanka is currently experiencing a huge cement shortage, currently estimated at 1 million bags per month. Now, local companies are planning to increase ready-mix facilities and expand cement production capacity. 30/08/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Updates_from_Sub-Saharan_Africa.aspx The BPI predicts that Mozambique’s cement production capacity could triple by 2013, as the industry plays an increasingly important role in the country’s economy. Meanwhile, Nigeria is to set up a Cement Technology Institute in an attempt to position the country as a net exporter of cement. 30/08/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Iran_continues_to_increase_production.aspx Iran’s President, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, has announced that the country has joined the ranks of the world’s major cement exporters with the inauguration of new capacity. 30/08/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Votorantim_sales_up_in_Brazil_down_in_North_America.aspx Votorantim Participacoes S.A. has released its 1H 2011 results. 30/08/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Loesche_wins_two_orders_in_India.aspx Reliance has placed orders with Loesche for two projects in India, comprising four mills altogether. 25/08/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Sri_Lankan_cement_crisis_continues.aspx The cement shortage in Sri Lanka continues, as price controls limit supplies and threaten the island's construction sector. 24/08/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Less_Rejection_Less_Waste_in_the_cement_industry.aspx Paul Maxwell-Cook looks at how waste heat recovery projects have taken off in the cement industry. 24/08/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Christian_Pfeiffer_lands_three_large_orders.aspx The German company has over the past couple of months secured global orders from Denmark, Ghana and Saudi Arabia. 22/08/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Holcim_second_quarter_results.aspx The Swiss cement giant has reported that its 2011 profit may not grow after a decline in Q2 earnings due to slow demand in the US and higher raw material costs. 19/08/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/ASEC_signs_contracts_for_the_technical_management_of_3_cement_plants.aspx ASEC Engineering, a Portfolio Company of ASEC Holding, has signed three 5-year contracts to manage new cement plants that will create over 750 jobs in Egypt’s Qena, Beni Suef and Assuit governorates 18/08/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/FLSmidth_acquires_Phillips_Kiln_Services.aspx FLSmidth has signed a share purchase agreement to acquire 100% shareholding in Phillips Kiln Service. The deal is a natural extension of FLSmidth’s Customer Services business. 18/08/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Lafarge_agrees_to_sell_its_stake_in_Asian_gypsum_joint_venture.aspx Lafarge has agreed with Boral to sell them its stake in their common Asian Gypsum joint venture for €429 million. 17/08/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/US_construction_company_to_build_cement_plant_in_Nigeria.aspx An MoU has been signed between the Nigerian Bauchi State government and C&C International from Florida, USA, to establish a cement company. 15/08/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Votorantim_Cimentos_enters_new_venture_in_Uruguay.aspx Votorantim Cimentos has reached an agreement with ANCAP to build a new cement plant in Uruguay, with an initial capacity of 750 000 tpa. 15/08/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/New_research_into_life_cycle_cost_of_concrete.aspx MIT researchers take a life-cycle approach to evaluating the real costs and environment impacts of infrastructure. 15/08/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Irish_Cement_achieves_certification_to_BES_6001_standard.aspx Irish Cement Limited has become the first company in the Republic of Ireland to gain certification to the Building Research Establishment BES 6001 Environmental & Sustainability standard for its Eco-Efficient CEM II range of products. 15/08/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cemex_awarded_for_outstanding_energy_management.aspx The EPA has decorated five Cemex plants in the US with an ENERGY STAR® award. 12/08/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Hazemag_delivers_equipment_for_Bim_Son_Cement_Vietnam.aspx Hazemag has supplied Bim Son Cement Co., Vietnam, with a complete limestone crushing plant and a clay crushing plant. 11/08/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/News_from_Nigeria.aspx Dangote Cement plc reports Q2 results and Lafarge Cement WAPCO Nigeria Plc produces first clinker from Ewekoro II plant. 10/08/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Holcim_Philippines_reports_decline.aspx Holcim Philippines has reported a hefty decline in first semester profit compared to last year, as cement weakened in the absence of election-related government spending that boosted sales in early 2010. 10/08/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/UK_construction_industry_picking_up_slowly_housing_market_flat.aspx According to the Markit/CIPS Construction Purchasing Managers’ Index® (PMI®), UK construction companies reported a seventeenth successive rise in new business received during July. 09/08/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/KHD_wins_follow-up_order_in_Turkey.aspx Kahramanmaras Cimento Beton Sanayii Ve Madencilik Isletmeleri (KCS) awarded KHD Humboldt Wedag the contract to engineer and deliver equipment for its second cement production line with a capacity of 4500 tpd clinker. 08/08/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/ABB_delivers_power_and_automation_system.aspx ABB has delivered a complete power and automation solution for Drake cement’s new facility in Arizona, USA. 05/08/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Loesche_mill_ordered_to_expand_production_for_RWE_Power_AG.aspx After having sold a Loesche coal mill type LM 28.3 D for the coal upgrading plant located in Niederaussem to RWE Power AG, Loesche received a repeat order for the same mill type for the facility at Ville/Berrenrath, Germany. 04/08/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Lucky_Cement_approves_investment_in_DRC.aspx Lucky Cement Ltd, Pakistan, has reportedly received Board approval for a plan to set up a JV plan in the Democratic Republic of Congo. 04/08/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Iraq_government_plans_to_announce_investment_opportunities_at_London_event.aspx Billions of dollars worth of investment opportunities are expected to be announced by Iraq’s Minister of Industry and Minerals, H.E. Mr Ahmad Nassir Al-Karbooli, on 7 September at Iraq Mining 2011 in London. 04/08/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/J_and_K_Cements_to_double_production_capacity.aspx In order to bridge the gap between cement demand and supply, Jammu and Kashmir Cements Ltd is to double its production capacity from 600 tpd to 1200 tpd. 04/08/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Gebr._Pfeiffer_receives_follow-up_order_for_Turkey.aspx After the successful commissioning of its three Pfeiffer vertical roller mills in 2009, Turkey-based Kahramanmaras Cimento (KÇS) placed a follow-up order in June 2011 for the supply of another three identical vertical roller mills. 03/08/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/TXI_and_Cemex_USA_in_ready-mix_and_aggregate_deal.aspx Texas Industries (TXI) has acquired ready mix and aggregate operations of Cemex USA that serve the Austin metropolitan market. 02/08/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Indian_industry_hurt_by_high_fuel_costs.aspx Quarterly and monthly results from some of the Indian majors show impact of increased fuel costs and low demand. 02/08/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/DSI_Snakes_thrive_in_Spain.aspx Dos Santos International has received two orders for its DSI Snake Sandwich High Angle Conveyor in Spain. 01/08/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/FLSmidth_acquires_Darimec.aspx FLSmidth has signed a share purchase agreement to acquire 100% shareholding in Darimec S.r.L., an Italian company that designs and manufactures girth gears, pinions and custom made reducers mainly for the cement and minerals industries. 29/07/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Ciment_Francais_Q2_results_reflect_upheaval_in_Egypt.aspx Ciment Francais has reported its second quarter results, which show a very slight decrease in overall cement sales. Some markets show significant increases, while others – most notably, Egypt – have suffered losses. 29/07/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/HeidelbergCement’s_profits_tempered_by_rising_costs.aspx HeidelbergCement has reported a decline in second quarter operating income, due to rising energy costs. 29/07/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Birla_Corp._posts_lower_Q1_net_profit.aspx Birla Corp has announced a lower Q1 net profit of Rs 111.88 crores, as compared to Rs 118.28 crores in the previous corresponding quarter. The results have been attributed to reduced ex-works realisation in the cement division. 28/07/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Lafarge_releases_second-quarter_results.aspx Lafarge recently released its 2011 second quarter report, which showed strong cement volume growth in emerging markets in the context of a high cost inflation environment. 28/07/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/The_route_to_managing_energy_risks_in_the_cement_industry.aspx Risks associated with business energy use are increasing. npower, UK, presents an integrated energy management and procurement strategy. 27/07/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Economic_progress_in_SSA .aspx Karanta Kalley, IHS Global Insight, USA, assesses the economic rebound in Sub-Saharan Africa. 27/07/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Orient_Paper_and_Industries_to_demerge_its_cement_business.aspx Orient Paper and Industries has announced its intentions to demerge its cement business in order to create a pure-play cement company. Orient’s shareholders will participate directly in the cement company. 27/07/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/UltraTech Cement releases financial results.aspx UltraTech Cement has announced a rise in profit for the quarter ended 30 June 2011, but notes that its results were adversely impacted by a 30% increase in domestic coal prices. 27/07/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Calls_for_competition_in_Israel’s_cement_market.aspx MK Einat Wilf recently called on the country’s Prime Minister to open the cement market to competition in order to reduce housing and rental prices. 27/07/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/PCA_forecasts_marginal_consumption_improvement_for_the_next_two_years.aspx The PCA has forecast a marginal cement consumption improvement for the next two years. However, significant government policy risks could affect the near, long-range forecast. 26/07/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Raysut_Cement_bolsters_its_shipping_capacity.aspx Raysut Cement has added a second cement carrier to its fleet, with a capacity of 16 000 t. 26/07/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Mining_30-year-old_construction_debris_rejuvenates_Potomac_Landfill_operations .aspx Potomac Landfill, Inc. is using Powerscreen equipment to sort the recyclables from the waste at its construction landfill site in Virginia. 26/07/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Heavy_duty_welded_conveyor_chain.aspx A new range of heavy duty conveyor chains specially designed for harsh environments is now available in the UK. 22/07/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cemex_announces_Q2_results.aspx On 22 July, Cemex announced that consolidated net sales increased by 9% during the second quarter of 2011 to approximately US$4.1 billion versus the comparable period in 2010. 22/07/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/New_flyash_storage_silo_for_NPC-Cimpor’s_Newcastle_depot.aspx A successful joint venture in South Africa has led to the construction of a fourth flyash silo for the cement manufacturer. 22/07/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Low forecast for Vietnam’s domestic cement production .aspx According to the Vietnam Cement Association, domestic cement consumption this year is expected to be as low as 52.5 million tpa as a result of a decline in local demand. 22/07/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Lafarge_sells_its_Australian_gypsum_business.aspx Lafarge has announced the sale of its Australian gypsum business to Knauf for €120 million. The news follows the company’s recent negotiations with Etex Group to sell its European and South American gypsum operations for an enterprise value of €1 billion. 22/07/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/Cement_prices_increase_in_Pakistan.aspx Cement traders have reported an increase in cement prices despite recent tax reductions aimed at benefiting consumers. 21/07/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/PPC_to_increase_production_by_30_percent_at_its_Pretoria_plant.aspx Pretoria Portland Cement plans to up production by 30% at its Pretoria plant after investment in new technology. 15/07/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Siemens_to_equip_new_substation_for_Austrian_cement_plant.aspx Lafarge Zementwerke GmbH has awarded Siemens an order to supply state-of-the-art electrical equipment for the new substation of its cement plant in Mannersdorf, Austria. 14/07/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Holcim_inaugurates_its_new_Shurovo_cement_plant.aspx Holcim has inaugurated its new 2.1 million tpa Shurovo cement plant in Russia. 13/07/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Heidleberg_opens_TulaCement!.aspx On 13 July, HeidelbergCement officially opened its newly built cement plant TulaCement in the presence of numerous guests. The plant, which is located approximately 150 km south of Moscow in the city of Novogurovsky, in the Tula region, has a production capacity of 2 million t of cement. 13/07/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Cement_plant_control_systems.aspx Expert Systems continue to evolve and press releases tell us about the latest innovations and developments, but who has been ordering what recently? And what do you need to help map out a new quarry? Paul Maxwell-Cook answers these questions and more. 12/07/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cement_production_around_the_world.aspx Paul Maxwell-Cook takes a quick look at the current and future prospects of the cement industry in various regions of the world. 12/07/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/KHD_wins_order_for_4000_tpd_kiln_line_in_Turkey.aspx KHD Humboldt Wedag received the order for engineering, equipment supply, supervision of erection, and commissioning, including onshore training, for Askale Cimento’s new 4000 tpd pyro-processing system at its Gümüshane cement plant. 12/07/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/UK_government_support_for_aggregates_planning_process_is_necessary.aspx The Mineral Products Association has received crucial government support for aggregates planning process. 07/07/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/First_hurdle_cleared_as_Lafarge_Ravena_plant_advances_modernisation_project.aspx The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has accepted Lafarge’s FEIS application. 07/07/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Investments_and_acquisitions_by_CRH.aspx CRH announces first-half 2011 development spend of €0.2 billion and agreement to acquire a materials business in Belgium. 06/07/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/HeidelbergCement_opens_modernised_kiln_in_Polish_plant.aspx HeidelbergCement has opened its modernised kiln line at its Polish cement plant in Górazdze, which will expand the plant’s clinker capacity to 6000 tpd. 05/07/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/TCC_to_build_cement_facilities.aspx TCC International is to invest 1.85 billion yuan in the construction of a production base in Shaoguan, Guangdong Province, China. 30/06/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/New_clay_reclaimer_for_Chengdu_Design_and_Research .aspx In May 2011, Chengdu Design & Research Institute of Building Materials Industry awarded Bedeschi the contract to supply a clay reclaimer type BEL F 160/19. 30/06/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Birla_Corp_poised_to_expand_capacity.aspx The M P Birla Group’s flagship company, Birla Corp. Ltd, has announced that it is poised to expand its production capacity. 29/06/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Which_Controlgear.aspx Steve Brambley of GAMBICA’s controlgear group explains why the cement industry should consider value rather than cost. 28/06/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Alstom_and_HeidelbergCement_to_study_CO2_capture_technologies.aspx Alstom and HeidelbergCement to study CO2 capture technologies to be tested at the Norcem cement plant in Norway. 28/06/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/UK_industry_promotes_cyclist_safety .aspx Strong backing for launch of MPA’s national cycle safe campaign to prevent accidents between cyclists and lorries. 24/06/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/New_CO2_targets.aspx Lafarge has announced new CO2 targets, including a 33% reduction in CO2 emissions per tonne of cement by 2020. 24/06/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Wärtsilä_to_supply_52_MW_industrial_self-generation_power_plant_to_Saudi_Arabia.aspx Wärtsilä has been awarded the contract to supply the engineering, equipment and construction for a power plant to be delivered for Hail Cement, a Saudi Arabian cement manufacturer. 23/06/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/FLSmidth_wins_large_cement_project_in_Nigeria.aspx FLSmidth has received an order from BUA International Limited to supply a 6000 tpd cement plant in Nigeria. The value of the contract has not been disclosed. 22/06/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Latest_discovery_in_low-carbon_footprint_cement.aspx Scientists at Blue World Crete, Inc. disclose details of their newest geo-polymer binding agent, Geo-Blue Crete II. 22/06/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Turkish_group_Partner_Teknik_awarded_cement_plant_contract_in_Iraq.aspx As part of larger industry rehabilitation plans, Turkish group Partner Teknik has been awarded a cement plant contract in Iraq. 21/06/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/FLSmidth_obtains_exclusive_rights_for_Kalina_Cycle_Waste_Heat_Recovery_technology.aspx FLSmidth has signed a licensing agreement with Wasabi Energy for its Kalina Cycle® technology. 21/06/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Lafarge_to_double_cement_production_in_Nigeria.aspx Lafarge Cement WAPCO Nigeria is reportedly doubling its cement production capacity in response to increasing demand. 15/06/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Goan_government_signs_MoU_with_cement_manufacturer_for_waste_disposal.aspx ACC Cement Co. has signed an MoU with the Goan government for the collection, disposal and consumption of wastes as alternative fuels. 13/06/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/First_Lafarge_Emirates_Cement_distribution_centre .aspx Lafarge has inaugurated its first distribution centre in the UAE. 13/06/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Australia’s_industries_prefer_an_ETS_to_carbon_tax.aspx The struggling Australian cement industry is heavily affected by emissions taxation. 08/06/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/ContiTech_takes_over_Chinese_conveyor_belt_maker.aspx On 1 June 2011, the Northeim, Germany-based ContiTech Conveyor Belt Group took over the conveyor belt operations of Tianjin Xinbinhai Conveyor Belt Co., Ltd., Tianjin. 08/06/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/BEUMER_opens_office_in_Scandinavia.aspx BEUMER, the international logistics provider, is opening a new office in Scandinavia. 08/06/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/HeidelbergCement_upgraded_to_‘Ba1’_by_Moody’s.aspx Moody’s Investors Service raised HeidelbergCement’s Corporate Family rating to ‘Ba1’ from ‘Ba2‘ and the senior unsecured long term rating to ‘Ba2’ from ‘Ba3’. 08/06/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/BHS-Sonthofen_invests_7_million_euros_in_Sonthofen_site.aspx On 23 May 2011, the foundation stone was laid at BHS-Sonthofen for the new administration building and a new warehouse was inaugurated. The new building will provide 90 employees with a modern working environment and will have enough spare capacity for further growth of the company. With this investment BHS is responding to the continuously increasing order volume. 08/06/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/UK_low-carbon_projects_at_risk–CBI’s_latest_climate_change_tracker.aspx The government risks failing to achieve emissions reduction targets despite its ambition, according to a statement from the Confederation of British Industry (CBI). 08/06/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/The_EQAR_Congress_2011_shows_need_for_action.aspx On 26 – 27 May 2011 the European Quality Association (EQAR) held a congress on the subject ‘Recycling of Building Materials in Europe’. In the presence of numerous participants from many EU member states Manfred Wierichs, President of EQAR, demanded to make intensified efforts for reaching more efficiency of resources in the field of mineral building materials. 08/06/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Lehigh_Permanente_to_cut_its_mercury_emissions.aspx The Lehigh Permanente cement plant has announced that its new activated carbon injection system is to reduce mercury emissions by as much as 90%. 06/06/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cemex_provides_building_solutions_for_expansion_of_Tocumen_International_Airport.aspx Cemex plays a major role in a US$66 million airport expansion project in Panama. 03/06/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/UltraTech_Cement_signs_MoU_for_the_commissioning_of_a_railway_project.aspx UltraTech Cement has reportedly signed a memorandum of understanding for the commissioning of a railway project in the Sikar and Jhunjhunu districts of India. 02/06/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/New_dam_in_Pakistan_set_to_boost_cement_sector.aspx The country’s cement sector is likely to be aided by the construction of a new dam, expected to consume approximately 5 million tpa of the product. 31/05/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Shree_announces_Q4_net_profit.aspx Shree Cement has announced a net profit of Rs 65.79 crore for the quarter ended 31 March 2011. However, the company’s net profit for FY2011 has dropped 69%. 27/05/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Impact_of_an_Uprising.aspx Katherine Markham looks at the cement market in Egypt and surrounding countries in the wake of the political uncertainty that has spread across the region. 27/05/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cemex’s_UK_cement_plant_breaks_record_in_alternative_fuel_usage.aspx The cement plant in North Lincolnshire has reported a record 100% alternative fuels usage to heat its kiln. 26/05/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/HeidelbergCement_to_invest_in_GIS_system.aspx A new geographic information system (GIS) at Hanson Australia has been used as the test case for an international roll-out across the global operations of parent company HeidelbergCement. 25/05/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Construction_booms_sees_Ethiopian_cement_capacity_doubled.aspx Ethiopia’s cement output is set to increase by over 50% later on this year to in a move towards self-sufficiency. 23/05/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/US_economic_recovery_and_its_impact_on_the_construction_industry.aspx Ed Sullivan, Portland Cement Association, USA, provides an overview of projections for the US economic recovery and its impact on the construction industry. 23/05/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/MPA_expresses_concern_about_new_emissions_targets.aspx In the UK, the Mineral Products Association (MPA) is warning that proposals for the accelerated reduction of carbon emissions made in the fourth report of the Climate Change Committee and accepted by government are in danger of reducing the competitiveness of energy intensive industries in the UK. 20/05/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/North_Sinai_Cement_predicts_rapid_sector_expansion.aspx North Sinai Cement’s Chairman predicts the Egyptian cement sector will expand production capacity by 30% by 2012. 20/05/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Adelaide_Brighton_Ltd_predicts_2011_full_year_results.aspx The leading Australian cement and lime manufacturer predicts its full year profit to be on the same level as its 2010 result. 19/05/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Kenya’s_Mombasa_Cement_to_double_its_capacity_with_new_plant.aspx The new Sh.500 million plant will add between 2000 – 4000 tpd to the company’s current capacity. 18/05/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Conflict_over_cement_between_Jamaica_and_the_Dominican_Republic .aspx A fight over cement markets in the Dominican Republic has drawn the Jamaican minister of Industry and Commerce into defending home-based exporter Caribbean Cement Company Ltd, whose quality standards have been contested in the rival market. 17/05/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/April_sales_figures_from_Taiwan’s_leading_manufacturers.aspx Increased domestic demand has meant the leading cement manufacturers in Taiwan saw their sales increase by over 15% year-on-year this April. 16/05/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Namibian_cement_consumers_disappointed.aspx A recent hike in cement prices has left consumers disappointed and angry. 13/05/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/FLSmidth_wins_cement_modernisation_project_in_Russia.aspx Building on a long-lasting partnership, Novoroscement has awarded FLSmidth a contract worth €55 million. 12/05/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Lafarge_sells_Harleyville_and_Roberta_plants.aspx Lafarge has announced the sale of its cement and concrete assets in the southeast United States to the Colombia-based conglomerate Cementos Argos for an enterprise value of US$760 million. 12/05/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cimpor builds another plant in Brazil.aspx Cimpor is to build an integrated clinker and cement plant in South Brazil. The plant, which is scheduled to start production in early 2014, will have a production capacity of 1.2 million tpa of cement. 10/05/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cement_dealers_concerned_over_rising_costs.aspx The increasing cement prices across Nigeria in the last four months have left stakeholders concerned. 10/05/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Titan_Posts_First-Quarter_Loss.aspx Titan Cement Co SA posted a first-quarter net loss as construction activity declined and the euro slumped. 09/05/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Lafarge cuts growth forecast.aspx Lafarge has reduced its growth forecast following a drop in its first quarter earnings. The results have been attributed to inflation and recent political unrest in Egypt 05/05/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/CRH_revenue_up.aspx CRH plc has announced improved revenues for the first two months of 2011 on last year’s level, due to more favourable weather. 04/05/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Holcim_posts_first_quarter_results.aspx Despite not meeting sales expectations, Indian entities show strong growth. 04/05/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Latest_forecast_from_PCA_anticipates_marginal_increase_in_2011.aspx While the economic recession is over and economic growth is strengthening, the construction recession may not run its course for another 18 months, hindering an improvement in cement consumption for the next two years according to the most recent economic forecast from the PCA. 28/04/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Rise_in_cement_prices_in_China_sees_Taiwanese_firms_profit.aspx As a result of a recent cement price hike, Taiwan’s leading cement producers invested in China have posted profit in the first quarter. 27/04/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/UltraTech_Cement_announces_capital_outlay_plans.aspx UltraTech Cement has announced its financial results for the year ended 31 March 2011. As well as reporting a decline in sales, attributable to slower growth in cement demand, the company also revealed plans to increase cement capacity by 9.2 million tpa over the next three years. 27/04/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Holcim_Philippines_plans_500_dollars_worth_of_investments.aspx Holcim Philippines is reportedly planning investments of around US$500 million in a new Philippine cement plant. 26/04/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cement_Industry_Honours_Leaders_in_Environmental_Improvement.aspx The Portland Cement Association has recognised six US cement plants for their efforts in environmental improvement. 26/04/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Lafarge to sell gypsum division for €1 billion.aspx French cement manufacturer Lafarge is reportedly gaining attention from buyout firms interested in its gypsum division. 21/04/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Sub-Saharan_cement_industry_news_update.aspx An update from some key cement manufacturers in Sub-Saharan and East Africa. 20/04/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Two_new_cement_plants_to_add_4.2_million_tpa_of_cement_capacity_in_India.aspx In India, KCP and JP Industries’ new plants are expected to commence production, increasing the installed capacity in the Krishna district by over 4.2 million tpa of cement. 19/04/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Caribbean_Cement_Company_forays_into_the_Dominican_Republic_market.aspx Caribbean Cement Company Limited (CCC) has begun its regional expansion with exports into the Dominican Republic as well as plans for Haiti. 15/04/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Dangote_signs_contract_with_Sinoma.aspx Dangote group has signed a US$3.9 billion contract with Sinoma International Engineering Company to construct additional cement lines in six African nations. 15/04/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cement_company_acquisition_negotiations_in_India.aspx Reliance Cementation has begun negotiations to acquire Sree Jayajothi Cements. 15/04/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Raysut_and_Oman_Cement_Company_suspend_joint_venture .aspx The lack of long-term availability of natural gas is cited as reason behind suspending cement plant construction plans in northern Oman. 12/04/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/GCC_Dacotah_cement_plant_raises_prices_due_to_EPA_regulations.aspx In order to cover costs associated with the EPA regulations, GCC Dacotah cement plant recently announced it will raise its prices by 5%. 11/04/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Strong_demand_benefits_Mangalam_Cement.aspx A boost in demand in the northern regions of India has benefitted BK Birla’s subsidiary Mangalam Cement. 11/04/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/New_packing_machine_for_Cementos_La_Unión.aspx Cementos La Unión, Spain, has commissioned the fastest HAVER packing machine in the world. 08/04/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Dangote_Cement_announces_N65_84_billion_dividend_payout.aspx Dangote Group has recently announced the total dividend payout of N65.84 billion for the financial year ended in December 2010. 07/04/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/TXI_expands_its_presence_to_Central_Texas.aspx TXI announces in a recent press release the acquisition of Trinity Industries subsidiary, Transit Mix Concrete and Materials Company. 06/04/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/RAK_Cement_a_possible_candidate_for_takeover.aspx Analysts are discussing the current merger and acquisition trend in the UAE, pointing at RAK Cement as a possible candidate for a takeover. 06/04/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Pakistans_cement_sales_fall_by_7.86_percent.aspx The APCMA has recently announced its analysis of the July – March 2010/11 time period, highlighting a loss in domestic sales and exports. 05/04/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Italgen_sells_Turkish_subsidiary.aspx Consistent with Italcementi programs to grow the Group energy business primarily in areas where its cement production operations are located, Italgen has reached an agreement with Enerjisa to sell its Italgen Elektrik Uretim subsidiary. 05/04/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Investment_in_Mozambique_cement_plants_promises_production_of_4_million_tpa_in_2013.aspx Two new cement plants are about to begin operations, promising cement production in Mozambique to reach 4 million tpa by 2013. 04/04/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Morgan_Stanley_sells_its_remaining_stake_in_Shanshui_Cement.aspx Morgan Stanley has sold its final 8.8% stake in the Chinese Shansui Cement for US$222 million. 04/04/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Greek_companies_post_losses.aspx Lafarge-owned Heracles Cement and Titan Cement have announced financial results for 2010. 04/04/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Price_hikes_leave_builders_planning_their_own_cement_plants.aspx The Builder’s Association of India has recently announced its plans to set up four or more cement plants across India to combat the rising cement prices on the domestic market. 04/04/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/Aumund_bucket-elevators_climb_150_m.aspx Cong Thanh Cement Plant Stock Joint Company has ordered bucket-elevators from AUMUND Fördertechnik for the likely record-¬breaking height of 150 m. 01/04/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Lebanese_cement_production_soars.aspx Lebanese cement production has tripled in recent years, although experts predict fierce competition from oil-producing cement manufacturers in the future. 31/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Setting_Sail.aspx In this summary of the full Regional Report from World Cement’s March issue, Kong Xiang-Zhong, Secretary General of the China Cement Association, evaluates the influence of the country’s development strategy, 15 years after its introduction. 30/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Architecture_from a_bird's_eye_view!.aspx Thierry Bogaert [BOGAERT’ ARCHITECTURE], based in Paris, France, is mainly active in the industrial sector, bringing him into a variety of situations where factories need to be designed to blend in with the landscape and the urban and social environment. Lafarge Zement called on his expertise to create a sleek image for its new preheater tower in Wössingen, Germany. 30/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/World_Cement_releases_its_brand_new_iPhone_iPad_App.aspx Our new iPhone/iPad app is now available for a free download! 30/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/Cemex_wins_order_for_hydroelectric_project.aspx Cemex announced today that it has been named the primary cement supplier for the first phase of Reventazón hydroelectric plant project in Costa Rica. 29/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Siam_Cement_Group_invests_in_marketing_new_innovative_Tiger_Cement_product.aspx Siam Cement Group in Thailand has recently announced a 100 million baht marketing budget centred around its new innovative Tiger Cement product. 28/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Good_roads_are_good_for_the_economy.aspx Highlights of the Mineral Products Association (MPA)’s response to the 2011 Chancellor’s Budget. 28/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Siam_Cement_Group_announces_investment_plans_in_ASEAN_cement_markets.aspx Siam Cement Group recently announced plans to invest in the ASEAN cement markets over a five-year period. 25/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/TXI reports poor weather_conditions_impacting_upon_a_narrowing_fiscal_third_quarter_loss.aspx TXI recently released its fiscal third quarter results, revealing a narrowing loss due to an increase in cement shipments. 24/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Lafarge_Group_researches_condition-proof_concrete.aspx The Lafarge Group will commence research in India to improve the performance of concrete in challenging environments. 24/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Perry_Group_plans_to_build_25_million_dollars_cement_plant.aspx The Perry Group has confirmed its plans to construct a NZ$25 million cement plant at Te Kumi, expanding on its partnership with Ravensdown Fertilizer for a long-standing supply of limestone. 21/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/US_Geological_Survey_releases_its_annual_report_on_the_US_cement_industry .aspx The US Geological Survey has released its annual Mineral Commodity Summaries for January 2011, revealing a trend of low construction spending levels. 18/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Orimix_Concrete_expands_into_Saudi_Arabia_and_Qatar.aspx Orimix Concrete Products is taking advantage of the current favourable market conditions and plans to expand into Saudi Arabia and Qatar. 18/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Novacem_uses_Autodesk_design_software.aspx Novacem is to use Autodesk Inc.’s AutoCAD Plant 3D software to optimise its plant design and production process for its ‘carbon negative’ cement. 18/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Tanzania’s_Tanga_Cement_posts _percent_net_profit_growth.aspx The Tanzanian cement giant reported positive financial results despite a challenging last year. 17/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Japanese_earthquake – impact_on_the_construction_industry.aspx The Japanese cement industry reports temporary stoppage at sites, whilst general confusion remains in the country. Demand for cement and other construction materials is likely to rise as Japan begins rebuilding efforts. 16/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Architects_in_Nigeria_demand_revised_policies_on_cement_prices.aspx The Nigerian Institute of Architects is criticising the government for not adopting a clear policy on the increased cement prices, calling cement a crucial component to the vital construction sector. 15/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/National_committee_for_cement_companies_set_up.aspx Saudi Arabia has set up a national committee for cement companies, in an attempt to strengthen the Kingdom’s cement industry and stabilise local market prices. 14/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Low_valuations_on_Indian_cement_market_affect_mergers.aspx Mergers in the Indian cement market have been affected by modest valuations in the low capacity utilisation economy. 14/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Dyckerhoff Foundation announces new €30 000 award.aspx The Dyckerhoff Foundation announces its new €30 000 prize in appreciation for pioneering contributions to research. 14/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Ras_Al_Khaimah_Cement_Company_report_ a_1.07_million_dollar_loss .aspx Ras Al Khaimah Cement Company has recently reported a loss of almost AED4 million as a result of a tight market, showing decline in cement sales volumes and values. 11/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Roanoke_Cement_Company_in_Virginia_receives_a_Star.aspx Titan Group’s subsidiary Roanoke Cement Co. has recently been awarded its fifth consecutive Energy Star from the EPA, as a reflection of its investment in reducing not only its own energy consumption, but that of its clients too. 11/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Dangote_to_invest_in_new_cement_plant.aspx Dangote Cement Works Ltd plans to open a new cement plant in July 2011, as part of a larger ambition to cut cement prices in the Nigerian market. 10/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Canada’s_cement_industry_goes_green.aspx Portland-limestone cement, a new cement that produces fewer greenhouse gas emissions during its manufacturing and in its application, is now included in Canadian building codes and available to the marketplace. 10/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cemex_to_sell_notes.aspx Cemex has announced that it is to sell US$600 million notes due 2016 and US$600 million due to 2018, as it attempts to pay its debt. 09/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Chinese_cement_shares_rise_as_government_plans_for_social_housing_are_revealed .aspx Following a recent central government plan to increase social housing, shares in the Chinese industry reached an unprecedented high in Hong Kong. 09/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Habesha_Cement_SC_constructs_road_linking_quarry_to_town.aspx Habesha Cement SC is seeking to rent machinery for the construction project of a new road linking the local town to the new quarry and cement factory sites. 09/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Concerns_over_Egypt’s_effect_on_cement_industry .aspx Italcementi is concerned about the effects of the situation in Egypt for the cement industry going forward in 2011. 08/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Alpha_invest_in_green_cement.aspx Alpha Natural Resources has made a strategic equity investment in ‘green cement’ manufacturers CERATECH, Inc. The Virginia-based company’s cement utilises 95% of waste flyash from electric utilities. 08/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/The_PCA_has_applauded_the_introduction_of_the_Energy_Tax_Prevention_Act_of_2011.aspx The Portland Cement Association has announced its approval of the “Energy Tax Prevention Act of 2011”, which will bar the use of the Clean Air Act in the regulation of greenhouse gas emissions. 04/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Setbacks_for_Indian_cement_industry.aspx A recent increase in coal prices in India will have adverse effects on the already struggling cement industry. 04/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cimpor_plans_expansion_in_Brazil_considers_other_markets.aspx During a press conference in Lisbon, Cimpor’s Chief Financial Officer Antonio Varela spoke of the company’s plans to open a new plant in Brazil and explore opportunities in Morocco and Mozambique. 04/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/CRH_reports_2010_financial_results.aspx CRH plc has reported its financial results for the calendar year 2010. The following is excerpts from the release pertaining to these results. 04/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/New_plant_for_Azerbaijan.aspx The construction of a new cement plant in Azerbaijan, called Gizildash Cement, will boost domestic capacity and bring down prices, say NORM Ltd, the company behind the new plant. 04/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Taiwan’s_Far_Eastern_Group_plans_investments_in_China_including_the_cement_industry.aspx Taiwan’s Far Eastern Group has revealed plans for investment and expansion into the Chinese cement market amongst other areas. This news arrived as the close of the Taiwanese stock market yesterday saw a 3.6% jump for cement shares. 04/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Holcim_Group’s_media_release_on_its_annual_results_2010.aspx Holcim Group released its annual results for 2010 at a press conference on March 2, 2011, in Zurich. 02/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/TurboSonic_awarded_new_contract.aspx A leading cement producer has contracted TurboSonic Technologies Inc. to design and supply equipment for the abatement of SO2 and NOx at its cement plant in the US. The US$1.25 million contract is for TurboSonic’s TurboSorb Semi-Dry Absorption and Turbotak ammonia injection technologies. 02/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cement_news_from_East_Africa.aspx An article discussing the current state of key players in the cement industry in East Africa. Sales targets have been met resulting in increased profit, although a rise in electricity costs has had a negative impact on some companies. Companies are hopeful for the new year with expansion plans, and commitment to reducing energy costs to increase profit and keep sales growing. 01/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/House_of_Representatives_vetoes_NESHAP_for_Portland_Cement.aspx The US cement industry has received a temporary reprieve from the NESHAP ruling, as the House of Representatives has voted to discontinue funding to implement, administer or enforce the NESHAP for Portland cement. The PCA’s statement in response follows here. 01/03/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/WISCO_to_establish_slag_cement_joint_venture.aspx WISCO’s wholly-owned subsidiary, WISCO Metal Resources, is to establish a slag cement joint venture with Singapore-based EnGro Corporation. 28/02/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Ciments_Français_to_sell_part_of_its_Turkish_activities.aspx Ciments Français is to sell Set group Holding and its subsidiaries to Limak Holding for a total amount of €290 million. The transaction is expected to be completed during the second quarter of 2011. 25/02/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cemtrex_announces_first_quarter_results.aspx Cemtrex’s first quarter results show a revenue increase of 104%. 24/02/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/FLSmidth_signs_agreement_with_Intergraph.aspx FLSmidth has selected Intergraph® SmartPlant® Enterprise to design cement and mineral processing facilities, in order to improve processes control and increase efficiency. 22/02/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Lafarge reports_increased_sales_for_2010.aspx Lafarge has released its financial results for 2010, which show sales increased in the full year and final quarter. 18/02/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Lafarge_and_Tarmac_combine_businesses_in_UK.aspx Lafarge SA and Anglo American plc announce their agreement to combine their cement, aggregates, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt and contracting businesses in the United Kingdom, comprising Lafarge Cement UK, Lafarge Aggregates and Concrete UK and Tarmac Limited. 18/02/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Mole·Master_extends_safety_record.aspx Mole·Master Services Corporation, a leader in silo cleaning, inspection and preventative maintenance, has achieved another year with zero lost time accidents or injuries. 18/02/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/KHD_receives_an_order_from_Askale_Cimento.aspx KHD has been awarded an order to supply engineering and equipment supply for Askale Cimento´s new 3500 tpd kiln line at Van cement plant, Turkey. 18/02/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/FLSmidth_releases_financial_results_for_2010.aspx The Board of Directors and Executive Management of FLSmidth & Co. A/S have reviewed and approved the annual report for January to December 2010. 17/02/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cement_production_begins_in_Burundi.aspx Burundi Cement Company has begun production at its cement plant in the north-west of the country and hopes to produce around 35 000 t in 2011. 14/02/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Buzzi_Unicem_USA_acquires_terminal.aspx Buzzi Unicem has acquired a cement storage dome and distribution terminal from Ozinga Bros. Inc. The terminal will add 30 000 t of cement capacity to the company's Mississippi River distribution chain. 11/02/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/BRE_Trust_issues_Financing_UK_Carbon_Reduction_Projects_report.aspx Funding for small-scale solar, biomass and other carbon reduction projects in the UK could rise significantly if consistent reporting guidelines for these schemes can be agreed, a study from BRE Trust, owner of the UK’s leading building research body BRE showed. 11/02/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Iran_to_build_cement_plant_in_Tajikistan.aspx Iran is to construct a 1 million tpa cement plant in Khaton Province, Iran, at an investment cost of US$ 500 million. It is scheduled for completion in one and a half years. 10/02/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/CEE_Re_emerges.aspx In November 2010, while the media was focused on the problems surrounding the demise of the Irish economy, and the knock-on effects this will have in the eurozone, the World Bank issued its EU10 Regular Economic Report. 10/02/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Pakistan_exports_falling.aspx January was a month of ups and downs for the Pakistani cement industry, which saw domestic sales increase by 7% month-on-month to 1.907 million t, while exports fell 20% m/m to 0.566 million t. 09/02/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Dyckerhoff_Group_sales_rise.aspx Dyckerhoff Group’s sales for 2010 have reached €1.4 billion as expected, with cement volumes increasing by 5%. The Group expects a slight improvement this year. 08/02/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Tecpro_collaborates_with_NTK.aspx Tecpro Systems has entered into a collaboration agreement with Nanjing Triumph Kaineng Environment and Energy Company for WHR projects in India. 07/02/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Holcim_denies_merger_plans.aspx Local reports of a planned merger between Holcim’s Indian subsidiaries ACC and Ambuja Cemnts persist, as ACC consolidates its assets. Holcim denies the plans. 04/02/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/EIB_welcomes_inauguration_of_Namibian_plant.aspx The European Investment Bank (EIB) welcomes the inauguration of Namibia’s only cement plant on 3 February. 03/02/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/CEMEX_announces_Q4_2010_results.aspx CEMEX’s consolidated net sales increased 1% in Q4 2010, as lower sales in the US and Europe were offset by increases in other markets, particularly Mexico. 03/02/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cement_producers_hike_prices_in_UAE.aspx In the UAE, cement producers have hiked prices by 15% - an increase attributed to the rising cost of energy and fuel. 02/02/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Reginoanl_insight_into_Peruvian_economy.aspx Having experienced the lowest inflation rate among the major Latin American countries last year, Peru’s economic growth is expected to be the second highest in the region. 01/02/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Lafarge_suspends_production_in_Egypt.aspx Lafarge has suspended production in Egypt, following increasing political tension. 31/01/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Cemex_UK’s_increased_alternative_fuels_results_in_substantial_CO2_saving.aspx Cemex UK has announced that it replaced more than 52% of the traditional fossil fuels used to heat its cement kilns with alternative fuels during 2010, up from 45% in 2009. 31/01/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Indian_producers_announce_Q3_results.aspx Indian cement producers have announced Q3 results; rising fuel costs dampen profitability. 31/01/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/China_Resources_enter_transfer_agreement_with_Fujian_Zijin_Hengfa_Construction_Materials.aspx China Resources Cement has entered a property transfer agreement with Fujian Zijin Hengfa Construction Materials, which will include the acquisition of a cement production line in Fujian Province. 28/01/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Novacem_closes_£1.6_million_investment_round.aspx Laing O’Rourke has joined Novacem’s investment group as part of a £1.6 million round. Novacem also announced that its three existing financial inestors also participated in the round. 27/01/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Hanson_launches_new_energy_reducing_asphalt.aspx Hanson, UK, has launched a new asphalt product that reduces carbon emissions by 50% and is 100% recyclable. 27/01/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Siemens_develop_new_mill_control_optimisation_system.aspx Siemens’s new Sicement IT MCO (Mill Control Optimisation) has been installed for the first time in a ball mill belonging to Suedbayerisches Portland-Zementwerk, in Germany. 25/01/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/China_Resources_acquires_stakes.aspx China Resources Cement Holdings is to acquire stakes in Guangzhou Yubao Cement, Yuesheng Concrete, Yuequn Concrete and Zhujiang Cement, according to reports. 25/01/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Industries_come_together_to_work_on_CCS_cement_project.aspx China Huaneng Group, Peabody Energy and Calera Corp. have agreed to pursue development of a green coal energy campus in the Xilinguole Region of Inner Mongolia. 21/01/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Canadian company proposes new plant in Jamaica.aspx In Jamaica, local media is reporting that Canadian company Cemcorp plans to build a 1.5 million tpa cement plant in St Catherine at an investment of US$340 million. 20/01/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Trinidad_Cement_Ltd_announce_debt_restructuring_plan.aspx TCL has announced that it will stop paying its debts until it has agreed a new debt restructuring plan with its lenders and investors. 19/01/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Railway_needed_in_Uganda_to_even_playing_field.aspx Chairman of the Lafarge Group, Hussein Mansi, has called for the introduction of a new railway line in Uganda to help boost production and lower the price of cement. 18/01/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/FLSmidth_wins_order_for_Pyroprocessing_system_in_India.aspx FLSmidth has signed a contract with JK Lakshmi Cement (JKLC) in India for the supply of equipment for a 4500 tpd pyroprocessing system for its upcoming cement plant in Durg, Chhattisgarh in Central India. 18/01/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Two_Holcim_US_plants_win_third_consecutive_ENERGY_STAR_award.aspx Two Holcim (US) Inc. plants have been awarded the EPA’s ENERGY STAR® award for the third consecutive year, and three plants have received the award for the first time. 18/01/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Holcim_terminal_reopened_in_anticipation_of_high_demand.aspx Holcim Philippines has re-opened a terminal in Calaca, Batangas, which was mothballed in 1999. 18/01/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/EPA_defers_biomass_permitting_decision.aspx The US EPA has announced its plan to defer greenhouse gas permitting requirements for carbon dioxide emissions from biomass-fired and other biogenic sources. 13/01/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/FLS_wins_air_pollution_control_order_from_Siam_Cement.aspx Between Christmas and New Year FLSmidth received an order from Siam Cement in Thailand for an air pollution control system for three cement lines at Siam Cement’s Thungsong plant. The installation will enable Siam Cement to comply with new environmental legislation in respect of SO2 removal. 13/01/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Holcim_Vietnam_to_recycle_waste_heat.aspx Holcim Vietnam Cement is to build a 6.3 MW power plant that will utilise waste energy from its Hon Chong cement plant to produce electricity. 12/01/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Taiwan Cement to build three plants in China.aspx Taiwan Cement Corp. is set to begin construction of three new cement plants in Sichuan and Guizhou provinces, China. 12/01/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/HeidelbergCement_launches_“FOX 2013”.aspx HeidelbergCement launches three-year financial and operational excellence programme: “FOX 2013”. 11/01/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Saudi_Arabian_market_remains_strong .aspx Figures for the final month and final quarter of 2010 reflect strong performance by the cement industry. 10/01/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Nordkalk_achieve_energy_savings.aspx ABB’s Expert Optimizer has helped Nordkalk achieve energy savings at its Köping limestone plant. 06/01/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/Raysut_Cement_acquires_Pioneer_Cement.aspx Oman’s largest cement producer, Raysut Cement Company, has just acquired UAE’s Pioneer Cement. 05/01/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Sinoma wins $135 million Saudi contract.aspx Sinoma has won an order from Saudi City Cement Company for phase II of a 5000 tpd clinker production line. 05/01/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/ OK_Mills_for_Votorantim_Cimentos .aspx FLSmidth has been awarded a contract to supply six OK mills for cement grinding in Brazil. 05/01/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Cement_acquisistion_and_sales_news_from_China .aspx China Resources Cement forms joint venture with Shanxi Huabao; West China to acquire limestone mine; Sinoma targets RMB 150 billion for 2015. 05/01/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Bharathi_Cement_Starts_up_Second_Line .aspx Bharathi Cement has begun production of its 2.5 million tpa second production line in the Kadapa district in India. 04/01/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/Lafarge_Sells_Aggregates_and_Concrete_Businesses.aspx Lafarge is to sell its aggregates and concrete assets in Portugal, France and Switzerland. 04/01/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Polysius_France_wins_Tunisian_Contract .aspx Ciments de Bizerte in Tunisia has awarded a contract to Polysius France for an upgrade of its second production line. 04/01/2011 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/FLSmidth receives large order for cement plant in India.aspx FLSmidth has been awarded a contract for plant electrification and control system from Vicat-Sagar Cement Pvt Ltd for their green field cement plant located at Chatrasala, in southern India. 24/12/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Holcim_named_greenest_company_Indonesian assessment.aspx Switzerland’s Holcim has received the top rating in an environmental assessment of companies by the Indonesia Environment Ministry. 22/12/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Venezuela_imports_to_rebuild_after_flooding.aspx Venezuela is looking to import almost 7000 t of cement from Cuba to accelerate its building in the wake of weeks of fatal flooding. 22/12/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Improving_engagement_with_the_Chinese_cement_industry.aspx Graham Sprigg, IMS consulting, UK, discusses the recent rise in the membership of Chinese companies to the Cement Sustainability Initiative. This article is summarised from the December issue of WORLD CEMENT. 22/12/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/China_Sinoma_to_construct_cement_plant_in_Iraq.aspx China Sinoma International Engineering’s subsidiary Sinoma (Suzhou) Construction Co., Ltd has signed a contract, worth US$ 112.5 million for a cement plant in Iraq. 20/12/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Titan_Egypt_sets_sights_on_ready-mix_cement.aspx Titan Cement Egypt is looking to further expand into ready-mix cement for potential growth. 17/12/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/Dangote_attains_US$400_million_investment_in_Zambia.aspx Dangote is to build a new 1.5 million tpa cement plant in Zambia. 14/12/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/MPA_issues_Sustainable_Development_Report_2010.aspx The Mineral Products Association (MPA) has published its Sustainable Development Report 2010, which shows how, in spite of very difficult market conditions, the industry has continued to invest in sustainability and its performance in several key areas has improved. 14/12/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Melco_Conveyor_Equipment_wins_inaugural_Anglo_American_Supplier_Award.aspx Anglo American has presented Melco Conveyor Equipment (Pty) Limited with the inaugural Supplier Award for Sustainability. 14/12/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Mykolaivcement_invests_over_4_million_euros_in_environmental_protection .aspx In 2010 OJSC “Mykolaivcement” launched several new environmental projects, investing a total of €4 million. This investment continues the environmental programs of the company, which in 2006 – 2009 invested €8.7 million into improving environmental footprint of the operation. 14/12/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/FLSmidth_wins_Russian_contract.aspx FLSmidth has received a contract worth approximately €30 million from Russian Open Joint Stock Company Sebryakov Cement. 10/12/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/KHD_celebrates_30_years_of_operation_in_India.aspx KHD celebrates 30 years of operation on the Indian subcontinent with a look back over its successes, significant highlights and recent alliances. 09/12/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Lafarge_may_build_new_plant_in_Zimbabwe.aspx Lafarge is waiting on the outcome of a feasibility study before deciding whether to expand its operations in Zimbabwe by building a new cement plant. 08/12/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/GHACEM_to_expand_production .aspx Ghana Cement is to expand the capacities of its plants at Takoradi and Tema 08/12/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/China_Resources_Cement’s_latest_acquisition.aspx China Resources Cement Holdings has announced that it will acquire cement and concrete operations in Guangzhou and Hong Kong. 07/12/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Dangote_Cement_looking_to_raise_5_billion_dollars_in_share_sale .aspx Africa’s biggest producer of building materials is reported to be looking to raise US$5 billion in a London sale of global depositary receipts. 07/12/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Cemex_recognised_for_quarry_restoration_project_in_the_US.aspx Cemex’s FEC quarry in Miami, Florida, has been honoured with a Five Star EPA celebration for conservation work undertaken together with the local community. 07/12/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/China_receives_500_million_euro_loan_for_climate_change_mitigation_projects.aspx The European Investment Bank (EIB) has granted a €500 million loan to the People’s Republic of China (PRC) for projects supporting climate change mitigation. 07/12/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Third_plant_in_Turkmenistan_equipped_with_Siemens_technology.aspx The Turkish company Polimeks Insaat Taahhüt ve San. Tic. A.S. has assigned Siemens Turkey to provide the electrical and automation equipment for a new cement line in Koytendag, Turkmenistan. 06/12/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/Cemena_Holding_Company_signs_with_Sinoma_to_construct_cement_plant_in_Syria.aspx Cemena Holding Company has signed an agreement with Sinoma CBMI Construction Company Ltd to construct a cement plant in Syria. 01/12/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Chinese_cement_prices_reach_record_highs.aspx The price of cement in China has reached record highs as production levels have been affected by producers striving to meet energy-saving targets. 01/12/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Regional_Insight_October_Sri_Lanka.aspx Sub-Saharan Africa is expected to achieve economic growth of about 4% this year and 4.5% in 2011. As a recently published influential report states, “Better political and macroeconomic stability, a strengthened political commitment to private sector growth, and increased investment in infrastructure and education has made the growth possible”. 30/11/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Concrete_industry_makes_significant_progress_towards_sustainability_vision.aspx The concrete industry is making significant progress towards its vision of being recognised, by 2012, as the leader in sustainable construction. 29/11/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Meeting_the_cement_dust_challenge.aspx Hanson Cement’s Clitheroe plant has invested in new level measurement equipment for its silos. 26/11/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Sandvik_equipment_improves_Premier_Plants_quarry_performance.aspx Two of Sandvik’s heavy duty crushing machines have aided production at a quarry in Scotland. 25/11/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cement_imports_and_exports_in_Vietnam.aspx As 2010 draws to a close, Vietnam expects to export a further 200 000 – 250 000 t of cement and clinker. 24/11/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Asia_Cement_to_invest_in_Sunnsy_Group.aspx Taiwan’s leading cement producer has signed a memorandum of understanding with Sunnsy Group of China to acquire 30% of the group’s subsidiaries. 24/11/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/IFC_Invests_in_Alexandria_Portland_Cement.aspx IFC has invested €80 million in the equity of Alexandria Portland Cement Company (APCC) to support the company’s expansion plans. 24/11/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cemex_looking_to_acquire_Murli_Industries .aspx Press reports from India indicate that Cemex is in talks to buy a controlling stake in India’s Murli Industries. 23/11/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cement_production_down_in_Azerbaijan.aspx Azerbaijan has witnessed a decrease in cement production over the first nine months of this year compared to the same period last year. 23/11/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/ABB_SpectraFlow_analyser_successfully_commissioned.aspx ABB has successfully installed and commissioned a SpectraFlow raw material online analyser in Oman to optimise raw material quality. 22/11/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Wärtsilä_to_operate_and_maintain_power_plant_in_Syria.aspx Wärtsilä has been awarded an Operations and Maintenance (O&M) contract by the Al Badia Cement JSC for its captive power plant. 19/11/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/PPC_to_invest_US$_420_million_in_Zimbabwe .aspx Pretoria Portland Cement is looking to expand production capacity at Riebeek and De Hoek to lift cement output in Zimbabwe by 50%. 17/11/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/HeidelbergCement_India_seeks_JV_to_secure_coal_supplies.aspx HeidelbergCement India Ltd is looking to form joint ventures to secure local coal supplies for a planned expansion project. 17/11/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/SCCC_looking_to_build_a_plant_in_Burma .aspx Thailand’s second largest cement producer, Siam City Cement (SCCC) is looking to set up a cement plant in Burma. 17/11/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Liebherr_delivers_further_1600_t_heavy_lift_offshore_crane.aspx Liebherr has completed a second offshore crane with a lifting capacity of 1600 t. 16/11/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cement_volumes_down_lime_volumes_up_at_PPC.aspx Pretoria Portland Cement (PPC), South Africa, has experienced a substantial reduction in cement volumes across most of southern Africa due to a recent slowdown in the construction industry. 15/11/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Indian_Companies_Invited_to_Invest_in_Afghanistan.aspx Afghanistan has issued invitations for Indian companies to invest in mineral mining and cement manufacturing. 15/11/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/FLSmidth_receives_second_Operation_and_Maintenance_contract_from_Arabian_Cement_Company.aspx FLSmidth has been awarded a contract from Arabian Cement Company (ACC) for operation and maintenance of the second line at their cement plant near the city of Suez in Egypt. 12/11/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/“An_important_driver_for_eco-innovation”_as_new_EU_rules_aim_to_cut_emissions.aspx The European Union has approved a new industrial emissions directive that limits the emissions of air, water and soil pollutants. 09/11/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Ash_Grove_Cement_Company_files_petition.aspx Ash Grove Cement Company filed a petition for review of the US EPA’s Portland Cement NESHAP Maximum Achievable Control Technology Rule in the US Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit. 09/11/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cement_Association_Files_Petitions_for_Reconsideration_and_Review_of_Industry_Air_Standard.aspx The Portland Cement Association has filed a petition with the Environmental Protection Agency regarding a number issues with the final NESHAP ruling. 08/11/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cement_Consumption_Hindered_by_Slow_Economic_Recovery.aspx The economic momentum that was gathering steam early in the year has dissipated to a large extent and along with it the potential for an increase in cement consumption. 08/11/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Lafarge_announces_3Q_results.aspx Lafarge Group posted generally positive 3Q results, with sales up 6% and improvements across many regions. 08/11/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cement_despatches_from_Pakistan_reach_4_month_high.aspx Cement despatches from Pakistan achieved a 4 month high in October, reaching 2.9 million t, a 45% increase from 2 million t in September. 05/11/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/HeidelbergCement_turnover_and_results_increase.aspx Positive trend continued in Q3: sales volumes of cement, aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete increase in comparison with last year; turnover reaches €3.4 billion (+12.6% from the same quarter last year). 04/11/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/GEA_Process_Engineering_acquires_ACC_emission_controls_unit.aspx GEA Process Engineering has acquired the emission controls engineering unit of ACC, one of India’s largest cement manufacturers. 04/11/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/FLSmidth_receives_first_HOTDISC.aspx FLSmidth has received an order from Vasavadatta Cements to supply a HOTDISC and alternative fuel feeding system at the Sedam plant. 03/11/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/The_Changing_Scene_in_MENA.aspx Dr M Rahim Vaseghi, Vice-Chancellor of Research, Islamic Azad University, Iran, provides an update on the capacity of the cement industry in the Middle East and North Africa. This article is summarized from the November issue of WORLD CEMENT. 03/11/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Essar_Group_firms_up_on_further_investments.aspx India’s Essar Group has announced plans to invest over Rs.2000 crore to set up a cement and ferroalloy unit. 02/11/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Nigerian_cement_demand_to_grow_45_percent.aspx Cement demand in Nigeria has been forecast to increase by 45% this year, according to Stanbic IBTC Bank Plc. 01/11/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/UK_cement_industry_exceeds_sector_plan_environmental_performance_targets .aspx “The UK cement industry’s environmental performance continues to exceed the sector plan targets it has agreed with the Environment Agency ” said Dr Pal Chana, Executive Director of the Mineral Products Association. 01/11/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Indocement’s_9_month_net_profit.aspx PT Indocement Tunggal Perkasa, Indonesia, announced that its nine month net profit has increased by 27% y-o-y 29/10/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Raysut Cement in Acquisition Talks .aspx Oman’s Raysut Cement in a statement issued on 28 October said it will purchase UAE’s Pioneer Cement Industries. 29/10/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Tamil_Nadu_construction_companies_respond_to_price_increases.aspx Construction companies in Tamil Nadu, India, are taking action as the domestic price of cement soars. 28/10/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/3Q profit down at Siam Cement.aspx Siam Cement, Thailand, reported a 6.2% drop in its 3Q profits, as a result of decreased profits from cement and petrochemicals revenue. 27/10/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Reliance_ADAG_announces_massive_investment_in_Madhya_Pradesh.aspx Anil Ambani, RADAG chairman, has announced that the group will invest Rs.70 000 crore in various projects across the state over the next five years. 27/10/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cemex_announces_third_quarter_results.aspx CEMEX announced today that consolidated net sales decreased 2% in the third quarter of 2010 to approximately US$3.8 billion versus the comparable period in 2009. 26/10/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Roanoke_Cement’s_Front_Royal_terminal_celebrates_10_years.aspx Roanoke Cement Company's Front Royal terminal celebrated its 10 year anniversary on 20 October with a luncheon focusing on safety. 26/10/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/MPA_Cuts_in_capital_investment_will_not_recovery.aspx The UK’s Mineral Products Association believes the ability of the mineral products and construction industries to support sustained economic recovery has become more difficult following the Comprehensive Spending Review. 25/10/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Saudi_Arabia’s_cement_industry_on_the_road_to_recovery.aspx Saudi Arabia’s cement sector is facing the road to recovery as a result of high public spending and improved economic conditions 25/10/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Loesche_wins_contract_in_Germany.aspx Karl Kraft Steinwerke oHG, Heidenheim an der Brenz, in Germany placed an order on 23 July, 2010 for a Loesche Mill Type LM 19.20 D for the grinding of limestone. 25/10/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Genesis_Biofuel_Inc_gets_financial_backing.aspx Center T Advisory Services, LLC has signed a Memorandum of Agreement with Genesis Biofuel, Inc., to be the exclusive provider of project financing for Genesis Biofuel, Inc.’s carbon sequestration algal biodiesel refineries. 22/10/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Mantra_and_Lafarge_work_together_to_recycle_CO2.aspx Mantra Venture Group Ltd. has secured an ERC demonstration project with Lafarge Canada Inc. 22/10/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Dangote_Cement_to_boost_capacity_fivefold.aspx Dangote Cement, Nigeria, has announced plans to increase its capacity by more than five times by 2015. 21/10/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/RHI_AG_extends_production_capacities_in_China .aspx RHI AG extends production capacities in China by more than 20% and invests €13 million. Meanwhile, the company has also celebrated its 50th anniversary. 21/10/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Sandvik_offers_advice_on_crushing_technology.aspx In April 2010, Wheales Environmental Ltd, a UK based crushing contractor, contacted Sandvik Mining & Construction for advice at one of their mobile VSI crushing plants. 19/10/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Lafarge_Cement_Syria_begins_operations.aspx Lafarge Cement Syria has reportedly begun operations at its 3 million tpa plant 160 km northeast of Aleppo. 18/10/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/TXI_continues_Hunter_expansion.aspx Texas Industries, Inc. has resumed the Hunter cement plant expansion project near New Braunfels, Texas. 18/10/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Lafarge_wins_health_and_safety_awards_in_the_UK.aspx Lafarge Cement (UK) collected five accolades at the prestigious MPA Health and Safety Best Practice Awards 2010. 14/10/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cement_producers_to_combine_business_in_Namibia.aspx Ohorongo Cement and AfriSam Namibia are reportedly in talks to consolidate their businesses rather than enter into competition against each other. 14/10/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Taiwan_accuses_China_of_dumping.aspx According to reports, the Taiwan Cement Manufacturers’ Association (TCMA) has filed a complaint accusing China of dumping cement on the island. 14/10/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/VDMA_plant_manufacturing_signs_of_a_turnaround.aspx Members of the German Large Industrial Plant Manufacturers' Group (AGAB) booked orders worth €20.1 billion in the period July 2009 - June 2010. 11/10/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/China_Shuangji_Cement_to_boost_production.aspx China Shuangji Cement announced that it will soon begin rapidly growing sales and profits as its new Zhaoyuan City cement plant ramps up production. 07/10/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Roanoke_Cement_Company_recognised_for_50_years_of_safety.aspx Roanoke Cement Company's five cement terminals were honoured last week for reaching a combined 50 years without a lost time accident. 07/10/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Messebo_expansion_due_for_completion_soon.aspx The Messebo Cement plant in Ethiopia is currently in the process of introducing Portland limestone cement into the market, as its expansion project nears completion. 06/10/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cement_sales_showing_promise_in_India.aspx Indian cement producers are expected to report better figures over September. 06/10/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/First_coal_shipment_for_Ohorongo_Cement .aspx Nambia’s only cement company, Ohorongo Cement recently received its first consignment of coal from Mozambique. 06/10/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/ASEC_Cement_company_signs_loan_for_new_plant.aspx According to reports, Al-Arabiya alWataniya has signed an EGP1.1 billion loan agreement to finance the construction of a new cement plant in Egypt. 04/10/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Lafarge_develops_a_new_clinker_to_reduce_emissions.aspx A new project aimed at reducing the carbon footprint of cement, receives financial support from the European Union. 04/10/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Control_of_Karbala_Cement_plant_handed_over_to_MerchantBridge.aspx Control of the Karbala Cement Plant in Iraq has officially been handed over to MerchantBridge under a 15-year lease agreement with the Government of Iraq, concluding five years of preparations. 04/10/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cement_news_from_China_2.aspx Chinese cement production increased in August, and Asia Cement (China) announces new loan agreement. 29/09/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/Indian_cement_producers_put_prices_up.aspx Cement manufacturers in India are due to increase prices by as much as Rs. 30 per bag in the next week, as producers look to make the most of the increase in demand. 29/09/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Ready_for_Reconstruction.aspx Atif Munir, Cement Pakistan Company, highlights the Pakistani cement industry’s existing performance and future role following the devastating floods in this article taken from the October issue of World Cement. 28/09/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Italcementi_Group_sets_sights_for_Bulgaria_China_and_Italy .aspx Italcementi Group recently illustrated its medium/long-term growth guidelines, where innovative products will play an increasingly important role. 28/09/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/PCA_contributes_to_building_durability_and_safety.aspx The Portland Cement Association (PCA) and the Institute for Business and Home Safety (IBHS) have developed guidelines for building codes that address high performance as well as conventional sustainable features. 24/09/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Holcim_burning_GRP_waste_at_Lagerdorf.aspx The Danish company Fiberline has struck a deal with Holcim and the German company Zajons Logistik Entsorgungsgesellschaft (ZLE) to supply surplus GRP for thermal recycling in cement manufacture. 22/09/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/GE’s_Jenbacher_Technology_for_Russian_cement_plant.aspx CJSC Inteco has chosen GE Jenbacher technology to power the reconstructed Verhnebakanskiy Cement plant in Russia. 22/09/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/Slower_sales_in_South_Africa.aspx Pretoria Portland Cement Company (PPC), South Africa, has reported that sales in South Africa and Botswana are still declining. 22/09/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/New_system_may_increase_coal_production_in_India.aspx In India, plans are afoot to increase coal production by introducing a bill that will mean that the mines must share a portion of their profits with the locals. 22/09/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Powitec_receives_order_for_Leube_GmbH.aspx Powitec has received an order to equip the no.3 kiln at Leube GmbH’s cement plant Salzburg, Austria. 21/09/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/Nigeria_federal_government_to_regulate_imports.aspx Nigeria's cement industry is witnessing a stand off between local producers and importers with the introduction of a 35% levy on bulk cement importation quotas. 17/09/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/HeidelbergCement_expands_in_Africa.aspx HeidelbergCement has signed an agreement with George Forrest in order to expand its cement production capacity in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). 15/09/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Holcim_and_Venezuela_sign_agreement.aspx Holcim and Venezuela signed an agreement regarding Venezuela’s compensation for the nationalisation of Holcim Venezuela. 14/09/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Polysius_to_install_3000_tpd_clinker_line_in_Brazil.aspx Polysius has been awarded a contract by CIA de Cimento Itambe, Brazil, to construct a 3000 tpd clinker line at the Balsa Nova plant, near Curitiba, southern Brazil. 09/09/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Another partnership formed for blended cement.aspx CalciTech Synthetic Minerals Europe Ltd announces cooperation agreement to study optimization of converting the waste stream from recycled paper production into clinker substitutes. 08/09/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Building_Momentum_in_Latin_America.aspx The Latin American cement sector is slowly re-emerging as the region’s major economies are recovering. While macro-economic fundamentals have improved across the region and the major countries face a positive medium-term economic outlook, this article – précised from World Cement’s September issue – highlights the core regulatory and political risks ahead that will shape the future trajectory of the cement sector in the region. 08/09/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/GCC_cement_sector_suffers_over_1H_of_this_year.aspx The cement industry in the GCC countries suffered over 1H 2010 as a result of many major projects in the real estate industry cancelled due to the global recession. 07/09/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/EIB_supports_innovative_project_in_Lahti_Finland.aspx European Investment Bank loans €75 million for a waste-to-energy project that will generate 90 MW heat and 50 MW electricity. 06/09/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/KHD_announces_contracts_in_Turkey_and_Syria.aspx KHD has won contracts in Turkey and Syria, both scheduled for delivery next year. 03/09/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/CNBM wins cement plant contract in Iraq.aspx China National Building Material Co Ltd (CNBM) has begun work on a US$250 million cement project in Iraq. 02/09/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/ACC_and_Ambuja_are_reported_to_be_merging.aspx Press reports from India indicate that Holcim ASG has initiated the merger of its Indian subsidiaries, Ambuja Cements and ACC. 01/09/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Dalian_Onoda_and_Dalian_Dontai_sign_waste_agreement.aspx China Industrial Waste Management, Inc, has announced that its 90% owned Dalian Dongtai Industrial Waste Treatment Co Ltd has signed a waste management cooperation contract with Dalian Onoda Cement. 01/09/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Seven_Circle_signs_agreement_with_Taiheiyo.aspx A technical agreement has been signed between Seven Circle (Bangladesh) Limited and Taiheiyo Cement. 31/08/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Titan_Cement_releases_1H_results–net_profit_up.aspx Titan Cement has issued a statement detailing its financial results for 1H 2010. A précis of the statement follows here. 31/08/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/CMAN_welcomes_backward_integration_policy.aspx The Cement Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (CMAN) has welcomed the Federal Government’s decision to re-introduce its policy to support domestic cement producers, called the Cement Backward Integration policy. 31/08/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Chinfon_Cement_backs_out_of_Dung_Qat_project.aspx Vietnamese company Chinfon Cement has pulled out of a US$200 million project to build a 1 million tpa cement plant. 31/08/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cimerwa_to_purchase_new_equipment_from_China.aspx Rwanda’s largest cement producer is set to purchase new equipment for the expansion of its facilities. 27/08/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Dangote_invests_further_in_Sephaku_Cement.aspx Dangote Group, the largest cement producer in Nigeria, is due to invest a further R779 million in Sephaku Cement. 26/08/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/China_Shuangji_Cement_hopes_to_keep_Dongfang_plant_open.aspx China Shuangji Cement, Ltd. has announced that one of its four cement plants is on a recently published list of more than 2000 production lines across China that the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology wants to phase out due to concerns about outmoded production methods. 26/08/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Mangalam_Cement_to_Merge_With_Mangalam_Timber.aspx BK Birla group-controlled Mangalam Cement has announced it will merge with Mangalam Timber Products Ltd. 26/08/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Indonesian_cement_demand_forecast_to_rise_in_2010.aspx PT Indocement Tunggal Prakasa has forecast Indonesia’s cement demand to increase by 8% this year to a total of 41.5 million t. 25/08/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Iraq_Imports_More_Cement_from_Iran.aspx During the past Iranian year (up to 20 March), Iran exported over US$ 637 million of cement, much of it being imported by Iraq. 24/08/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Loma_Negra_to_invest_US$50_million_to_boost_production.aspx Argentina’s top cement manufacturer, Loma Negra plans to invest US$ 50 million to boost production and transportation in Argentina. 23/08/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Carmarg_Correa_joins_forces_in_bid_to_build_Belo_Monte_dam.aspx Carmago Correa will join forces with another Brazilian major construction company in a bid to build the world’s largest new hydroelectric dam. In a separate issue the company is planning to issue US$1.7 billion in commercial papers. 23/08/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Turkish_cement_production_up_over_January–May.aspx The Turkish Cement Manufacturers’ Association (TCMA) revealed that Turkey recorded a 12.2% increase in cement production over January – May this year compared to 2009 figures. 23/08/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Ghacem_looking_to_enter_partnership_with_STX.aspx The management of the Ghana-based company, Ghacem has indicated that it is ready to work with the Korean construction company STX Construction 20/08/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/FLSmidth_first_half_results.aspx FLSmidth & Co. Group saw a sharp increase in order intake in the first half of this year and expectations for the cement market in 2010 remain unchanged at 50 million tpa new contracted cement kiln capacity worldwide (exclusive of China). 20/08/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cement_prices_in_Nigeria_predicted_to_fall.aspx The Cement Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (CMAN) is predicting that the price of cement is likely fall before the end of 2010. 20/08/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Holcim_half_year_results.aspx Holcim reports higher sales volumes in all segments and better operating results. 19/08/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/US_Cement_Shipments_Remain_Flat.aspx The US Geological Survey preliminary data indicates that cement shipments for the first six months of this year were 4.3% lower than in the same period in 2009. 19/08/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Russian_Cement_Production_Increases.aspx For the first time since the start of the economic recession cement production in Russia recorded positive growth in H1. 18/08/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Sabanci’s_Cement_Group_looking_for_acquisitions.aspx Sabanci Holdings’s cement group is looking to acquire operations in neighbouring regions. 18/08/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Chinese_cement_companies_to_benefit_from_consolidation.aspx Large companies to benefit from industry consolidation; TCC becomes largest producer in SW China, and CR Cement invests in Shanxi. 18/08/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Underperforming_market_hits_Caribbean_Cement .aspx Caribbean Cement has had to suspend production for the second time in three months. 18/08/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Restructuring_the_cement_industry_in_Vietnam.aspx Restructuring of the country’s cement industry is underway; it has become harder to export cement, and groundbreaking of a new plant has taken place. 17/08/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Positive_outlook_on_the_cement_sector_in_the_Philippines.aspx As a result of positive first half results and encouraging signs for strong demand in the second half of the year, cement sales in the Philippines may increase faster than the predicted rate of 4 – 6%. 13/08/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/New_cement_capacity_under_construction_in_Uzbekistan.aspx Uzbekneftegaz and Uzstroymateriali, Uzbekistan, are planning to set up a joint venture cement plant with the Omani Investment Fund in Uzbekistan. 12/08/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Ohrongo_Cement_planning_further_investment.aspx Ohrongo Cement is making plans to invest in a satellite plant at the port of Walvis Bay in Namibia. 12/08/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Adhunik_Cement_continuing_to_expand.aspx Adhunik Cement is looking to augment production to 10 million t in the next few years. 11/08/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/STRABAG_consortium_building_cement_plant_in_Bulgaria.aspx A consortium led by STRABAG, Central and Eastern Europe’s largest construction company, will plan and build a cement factory in Devnya near Varna on Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast. 11/08/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Ethiopia_and_Tanzania_to_open_new_cement_plants.aspx A new cement plant opens in Ethiopia and another is planned for Tanzania. 11/08/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/US_cement_plants_facing_new_EPA_rules.aspx The US Environmental Protection Agency has imposed new air pollution rules on cement plants in South Carolina and elsewhere across the country in a bid to reduce mercury emissions. 11/08/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/China_cutting_energy_intensity.aspx China is targeting heavy industries, including cement, in order to reduce its energy intensity and meet national targets. 11/08/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/China_Shuangji_Cement_Ltd_optimistic_about_Chinese_cement_industry.aspx China Shuangji Cement Ltd forecasts adjustments within the cement industry that will provide a new level of growth for the industry. 05/08/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/South_Africa’s_cement_industry_is_shaping_up.aspx An insight into how South Africa’s cement industry is developing on the back of new infrastructure projects. 05/08/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Ash_Grove_plants_awarded_ENERGY_STAR.aspx The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) have awarded Ash Grove Cement Company’s manufacturing plants in Durkee, Ore., and Leamington, Utah the 2009 ENERGY STAR® for their successful efforts to protect the environment and improve energy efficiency. 05/08/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/News_from_India–July_shipments,_Q1_results.aspx Ambuja and ACC see declines in July shipments y/y, while India Cements reports a poor Q1 performance. 04/08/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Hima_Cement_brings_new_plant_online_in_Uganda.aspx Last week, Hima Cement began operations at its new plant in Uganda. 03/08/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/UltraTech_Cement_to_purchase_stake_in_Star_Cement.aspx India’s largest cement manufacturer is set this week to purchase an 80% stake in the Dubai – based ETA Star Group 03/08/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/MPA_makes_positive_contribution_to_UN_2010_Year_of_Biodiversity .aspx The United Nations has declared 2010 the International Year of Biodiversity and it is also a year when the Mineral Products Association (MPA) has made clear-cut progress on this front, as well as in sustainable development in general. This update has come direct from the MPA. 02/08/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/Ciment_Français_sees_improved_Q2_after_slow_Q1.aspx At a meeting on 29 July chaired by Yves René Nanot, the Board of Directors of Ciments Français (Italcementi Group), examined and approved the consolidated accounts as of June 30, 2010. 30/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/HeidelbergCement_increases_turnover_and_operating_income.aspx HeidelbergCement’s Q2 results show rise in sales volumes of cement, concrete and aggregates. 30/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/FLSmidth_signs_technology_agreement.aspx FLSmidth has signed an exclusive agreement with Heyl & Patterson Inc. (H&P), Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA covering supply of technology and design of wagon tipplers and side arm chargers to be manufactured in India for the Indian market. 30/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/Lafarge_sees_signs_of_improvement_in_key_markets .aspx Lafarge’s H1 results indicate the Group is definitely seeing signs of recovery, but this is being handled cautiously as efforts to reduce debt continue. 30/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Siam_Cement_Group_hoping_to_restart_projects.aspx Siam Cement Group (SCG) is hoping that 11 suspended projects will be allowed to start operations within five months. 29/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Samruddhi_Cement_to_merge_with_UltraTech.aspx Samruddhi Cement has just recorded a net profit for the quarter ended June 2010 as it prepares to merge with UltraTech. 29/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/QNCC_bucking_the_trend.aspx Qatar National Cement Company has come in with a marginal increase in after-tax gains for this year’s first half results compared with the same period last year. 28/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/Cemex_releases_Q2_results.aspx Cemex has announced that consolidated net sales decreased 3% in the second quarter of 2010 to approximately US$3.8 billion versus the comparable period in 2009. 27/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Binani_sets_up_captive_plants.aspx Binani Cement is ensuring energy conservation by installing captive power plants and other new generation energy efficient measures. 27/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/New_plant_for_Angola.aspx According to reports, a new 1.6 million tpa cement plant will be built by a three-way joint venture of Angolan and international investors. 27/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cement_production_news_from_India.aspx Birla Group boosts capacity, and Indian companies look for alternative fuel options. 26/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Consumption_on_the_increase_again.aspx Data collected in recent months (May and June) by Jeffries International confirms that international cement consumption is on the increase once again, and not only in the emerging markets. 26/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Holcim’s_Midlothian_plant_achieves_safety_milestones.aspx The Holcim (US) Inc. cement plant located in Midlothian, Texas has recently surpassed several safety milestones and is the recipient of prestigious industry safety awards. 26/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/ACC_Ltd_profit_and_sales_down_for_Q2.aspx ACC Ltd, India, recorded a 2.8% drop in Q2 sales, and a 26% reduction in profit. 23/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Lafarge_Canada_Inc_goes_green.aspx Lafarge’s Brookfield plant in Nova Scotia will develop a new type of blended cement that will reduce greenhouse gas emissions by up to 76 000 t by 2015. 21/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Takamol_plant_begins_production.aspx ASEC Cement begins production at greenfield plant in Sudan. The most technologically advanced plant in Sudan will satisfy fast-growing domestic demand, helping Sudan ease cement imports that currently stand at 3 million tpa. 20/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Halyps_Cement_first_Italcementi_plant_to_obtain_EN_16001_certification .aspx Halyps Cement has been certified for compliance with EN 16001: 2009, the new European standard for energy management systems. 20/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/Cement_producers_in_the_Philippines_to_request_import_duty.aspx Cement producers in the Philippines are to request that the 5% duty on imported cement be restored. 19/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Orient_Paper_and_Industries_plans_new_cement_plant.aspx Orient Paper and Industries is planning to invest Rs 1500 crore in the construction of a 4 million t cement plant in Karnataka, India. 16/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/ASEC_Engineering_and_Management_enters_agreement_to_manage_Sudanese_plant.aspx ASEC Engineering, a Portfolio Company of ASEC Holding, has signed a contract with Alsalam Cement Production Company (ACPC) to manage a cement plant near Atbara, Sudan. 15/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Holcim_US_plants_receive_ENERGY_STAR_awards_for_energy_efficiency .aspx Three of Holcim’s plants in the US have earned the EPA’s ENERGY STAR award for environmental efforts. 15/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cemex_joins_Cementos_Argos_as_supplier_to_Panamal_Canal_expansion.aspx Cemex has signed a supply contract with “Consorcio Grupo Unidos por el Canal”, the primary contractor for the construction of the third set of locks of the Panama Canal expansion project. 15/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Yanbu_Cement_reacts_to_fire_damage_as_it_looks_to_continue_positive_business.aspx Yanbu Cement Co., Saudi Arabia, has revealed that the fire that broke out on the company’s fourth production line on Monday will only have a minor impact on the company’s operations 13/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/New_figures_show_reduction_in_emissions_intensity.aspx New cement industry figures from the WBCSD’s CSI on carbon dioxide and energy performance show a reduction in emissions intensity. 13/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/New_power_plant_generates_electricity_using_hot_waste_gas_from_cement_production.aspx Südbayerische Portland Zementwerk Gebr. Wiesböck & Co. GmbH is constructing the first German power plant to use hot waste gas from cement production to generate electricity. 12/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Lehigh_Cement_with_plans_to_reduce_mercury_emissions.aspx Lehigh Cement’s Permanente plant, USA, recently announced plans to install new equipment as it aims to reduce mercury emissions by 25%. 09/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/News_from_Cemex_in_the_US_and_Panama.aspx Cemex has reached an agreement to sell seven aggregates quarries in Kentucky, and will supply cement for a hydroelectric plant in Panama. 09/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Europe_makes_progress_with_Industrial_Emissions_Directive.aspx Clearer rules and cleaner air are among the aims of the Industrial Emissions Directive approved by the European Parliament on Wednesday 7th July. The following is taken from the European Parliament website. 09/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Phoenix_Cement_wins_support_for_solar_field_project.aspx Phoenix Cement, Arizona, USA, has won support from the Clarkdale Town Council for a proposed solar field project at the Clarkdale plant. 08/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/TXI_to_close_four_wet_process_kilns_in_USA.aspx TXI, formerly known as Texas Industries, is to permanently close four of its wet process kilns in Midlothian, Texas, USA. 08/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cementos_Argos_wins_Panama_Canal_contract.aspx According to reports, Cementos Argos SA has signed a contract to supply US$65 million in cement and other supplies to the Panama Canal expansion project. 08/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/CRH_issues_interim_trading_statement_and_development_strategy_update.aspx CRH plc, the international building materials group, has issued this statement for the six months ended 30 June 2010. The Interim Results for 2010 are due to be announced on 24 August 2010. 07/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Prosperity_Minerals_Holdings_releases_financial_results .aspx Prosperity Minerals Holdings releases financial results for year ending 31st March 2010. 07/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Holcim_plans_in_New_Zealand_and_the_Philippines.aspx Holcim has revealed that it wants to modify plans for its proposed plant at Oamaru, New Zealand, and will maintain cement prices in the Philippines. 06/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Sustainable_concrete_strategy_wins_top_environmental_award.aspx The concrete industry’s Sustainable Concrete Strategy has won the prestigious 2010 Trade Association Forum (TAF) Best Practice Awards for Environmental Initiative. 06/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Anglo_American_agrees_sale_of_undeveloped_coal_assets_in_Australia.aspx Anglo American plc has announced that it has entered into a conditional agreement to sell its interests in five undeveloped coal assets in Australia for A$580 million (approximately US$500 million) in cash. 06/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/An_update_on_construction_and_manufacturing_in_the_US.aspx IHS Global Insight has analysed the construction and manufacturing sectors in the US with a relatively positive outlook for the future 06/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Novacem_wins_support_from_Lafarge.aspx Novacem, the carbon negative cement company, today announced the first closing of its Green Cement Bond, together with the participation of Lafarge, the world leader in building materials, as the first subscriber. 02/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Australia_introduces_Mineral_Resource_Rent_Tax.aspx Following constructive discussions with the mining industry, Australia's newly appointed prime minister, Julia Gillard, has moved to scrap the controversial Resource Super Profits Tax (RSPT), replacing it with a Mineral Resource Rent Tax (MRRT). 02/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/Indian_producers_release_June_shipment_figures.aspx Indian cement manufacturers have released their shipment and production figures for June. A range of results – both increases and decreases – have so far been reported. 02/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/US_crushed_stone_and_sand_and_gravel_in_the_first_quarter_2010.aspx These figures from the USGS show a general decrease in production and consumption of crushed stone, sand and gravel. 01/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Indian_cement_production.aspx Cement production in India is forecast to increase by 10% this fiscal year, reaching 300 million t. 01/07/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/Cam_Pha_plant_exports_first_clinker.aspx 15 000 t of clinker has left the Cam Pha plant in Vietnam, bound for the Middle East. 30/06/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/Global_shipping_and_trade_trends .aspx Ohlsson International Ltd offers a brief overview of global dry bulk shipping trends. 30/06/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/EIB_provides_€50_million_for_Polish_climate_change_mitigation_projects.aspx The European Investment Bank (EIB) is lending €50 million to co-finance projects promoting Poland’s objectives of increased use of renewable energy and improved energy efficiency. 29/06/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Hima_Cement_sets_sights_on_commissioning_new_plant.aspx Hima Cement revealed that its US$ 108 million cement plant in western Uganda will be commissioned in October. 29/06/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Dangote_Group_makes_moves_across_Africa.aspx The Dangote Group has invested in a new packaging plant in Ghana and has positioned its subsidiary in Nigeria to become an export hub. 28/06/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/Cement_prices_set_to_fall_in_India.aspx Cement prices in India are expected to drop 8 – 10% by the end of the week as producers feel the effects of weakening demand in the nation. 28/06/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/China_Shuangji_receives_private_loan_to_help_complete_plant.aspx China Shuangji has secured a US$3.7 million loan that will be used to complete construction of its new plant. 28/06/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Cemex_honoured_with_another_award_for_CSR_efforts.aspx The Latin American Center for Social Responsibility (known by its Spanish acronym CLARES) recently honored Cemex with their award in the private sector category for its work in advancing the most important social causes in Mexico. 28/06/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cemex_partners_with_EUPAVE.aspx Cemex in Poland has partnered with EUPAVE to promote all aspects of cement and ready-mix concrete products to the transport infrastructure and related areas. 28/06/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/World_Cement_launches_Facebook_page_and_joins_Twitter.aspx You can now find World Cement on Facebook and Twitter social networking sites. 24/06/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Birla_Corp_to_invest_Rs.2400_crore_to_expand_cement_capacity.aspx Birla Corporation, India, has announced that it will invest Rs.2400 crore over the coming years in a bid to expand its cement operations. 24/06/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Four_majors_in_race_for_Indian_producer.aspx Lafarge, CRH, HeidelbergCement and Italcementi are in a race to acquire Murli Industries in Maharashtra, India. 23/06/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/China_Resources_Cement_to_Acquire_Six_Companies.aspx China Resources Cement Holdings has reached an agreement with Universal Cement Corp. to acquire six affiliate cement companies. 23/06/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/More_for_Mozambique.aspx Brazilian energy ministers cooperate with the Mozambican government on energy study. 23/06/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/Akcansa_considers_investing_in_Azerbaijan.aspx Reports indicate that Turkish cement manufacturer Akcansa (a joint venture between the Sabanci Group and HeidelbergCement) is interested in entering the Azerbaijan market. 18/06/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Lafarge_to_demolish_Westbury_cement_factory.aspx Lafarge has announced that it will demolish the mothballed Westbury cement factory due to market conditions. 17/06/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/Caribbean_Cement_Company,_Jamaica,_announces_price_increase.aspx Due to an increase in operation costs over recent months, Carribean Cement Company has announced a 3.2% increase in prices. 16/06/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/New_cement_plant_in_Tanzania_contributes_to_country’s_expansion.aspx Lee Building Materials Ltd, China, is planning the construction of a US$ 12.5 million cement plant in Tanzania in September. 14/06/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Camargo_Correa_branches_out_again.aspx Continuing its bid for internationalisation, Camargo Correa Cimentos has acquired a controlling stake in Cimentos de Nacala in Mozambique. 14/06/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Bridging_the_Gaps_in_Turkey.aspx Turkey is often described as a crossroads linking the European Union, the Mediterranean and the Middle East. Its global role is growing, but what impact has the global downturn had on this rapidly developing country? Paul Maxwell-Cook reviews recent developments and provides an update on the country’s cement industry in this article, taken from WORLD CEMENT’s June issue – available for subscribers to download now. 11/06/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Holcim_warns_that_EU_emissions_targets_could_force_cement_companies_to_relocate.aspx As the EU considers toughening carbon emissions targets, Holcim has warned that cement producers could be forced to relocate their facilities. 11/06/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Cemex_wins_awards.aspx Three Cemex plants in the US have been awarded the 2010 ENERGY STAR® for their superior energy performance and the group has been awarded the Big Tick for responsible business practice. 11/06/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Indian_cement_shipment_figures_on_the_rise_in_May.aspx Indian cement producers displayed a positive performance in May as shipments were on the increase. 08/06/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Holcim’s_Ste_Genevieve_plant_inaugurated.aspx Holcim (US) hosted the inaugural celebration of its newest plant in Ste Genevieve County, Missouri on 4 June. 08/06/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Jaiprakash_Associates_to_increase_capacity_by_30_million_t.aspx Jaiprakash Associates has announced that it will invest around Rs 10 000 crore over the next three years. 07/06/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Holcim_presents_latest_Corporate_Sustainable_Development_Report.aspx At a press conference held on 7th June 2010, Holcim presents its Corporate Sustainable Development Report 2009. CEO Markus Akermann is pleased to confirm "that Holcim has met its targets on schedule and in the case of the reduction in carbon dioxide emissions even earlier than planned". 07/06/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Summit_Materials_Acquires_Major_Stake_in_Continental.aspx Summit Materials has announced a majority investment in Continental Cement Company in Missouri, USA. 04/06/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cash_Injection_for_Sephaku_Cement.aspx The Nigerian conglomerate Dangote is investing R779 million in Sephaku Cement, in South Africa. 03/06/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Zero_tariff_a_worry_for_the_Philippines.aspx The zero tariff on imports of cement to the Philippines is worrying producers there, despite only two shipments having come in since the tariff was reduced in February. With price hikes on the horizon, cement companies fear dumping will undervalue local cement. 03/06/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cemex_and_Penna_Cement_Unable_to_Agree_Terms.aspx Cemex’s bid to take over Hyderabad-based Penna Cement hangs in the balance as both companies have been unable to arrive at an acceptable valuation. 03/06/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Taiwan’s_Asia_Cement_expands_Chinese_operations.aspx Taiwan’s Asia Cement is set to expand capacity by 6 million t in central China through mergers and self-built plants. 03/06/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/JK_Cement_to_expand_facilities_in_India.aspx JK Cement, India, is carrying out a brownfield expansion project at the Mangrol plant, as well as developing a grinding facility. 03/06/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Tanzanian_cement_producers_challenged.aspx Tanzania’s president, Jakaya Kikwete has challenged the country’s cement producers to continue to increase their production capacities. 01/06/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/ACC_Limited_to_build_new_plant_in_Maharashtra.aspx ACC Limited is setting up a 3 million tpa cement project at a cost of Rs.1500 crore. 01/06/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/FLSmidth_announces_new_contract_third_in_a_week.aspx FLSmidth has signed a contract worth €32.1 million (approximately DKK239 million) with Administración Nacional De Combustibles, Alcohol y Portland (ANCAP), a state-owned Uruguayan company. This follows two Tunisian contracts announced on 21st May. 28/05/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Italcementi’s_i.light_cement_for_Thailand .aspx Italcementi’s new i.light is due to be launched in Thailand later this year. 27/05/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/SLNI_to_supply_new_cement_plant_to_Angola.aspx The Portuguese group SLNI is to build a cement plant in Angola. 27/05/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Standard_and_Poor’s_report_suggests_investment_rethink_by_energy_intensive_companies.aspx Tighter EU emissions reduction targets this year could force energy-intensive companies to reconsider investment strategies. 27/05/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/ASEC_Ready_Mix_begins_operations.aspx A joint venture between leading regional producer ASEC Cement and Egypt’s Misr Qena Cement will cater to the under-served Upper Egyptian building and infrastructure markets. 26/05/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/J_K_Lakshmi_Cement_in_acquisition_mood.aspx J K Lakshmi is reported to be looking for an acquisition either in India or overseas. 26/05/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Prosperity_re-enters_into_Liaoning_JV.aspx Prosperity Minerals has agreed to purchase a 25% stake in Liaoning Changqing, a company that was previously transferred out of Properity’s ownership with the sale of most of its Chinese operations to TCC International Ltd. 26/05/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Lafarge_and_STRABAG_join_forces_in_Central_Europe.aspx Lafarge and STRABAG are combining their cement activities in several countries of Central Europe. 26/05/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/TAQA_Arabia_and_ASEC_Cement_inaugurate_Sudanese_power_generation_JV.aspx The captive 42 MW Berber plant marks major milestone for TAQA Arabia’s power generation business while powering Sudan’s most technologically advanced and environmentally friendly cement producer. 25/05/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/MerchantBridge_invests_US$_1.5_billion_in_Iraq.aspx MerchantBridge, a direct investment and private equity company focused on the Middle East, is investing in debt and equity in Iraq. 24/05/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Martinsburg_plant_celebrates_major_upgrade.aspx On 5 June, Essroc’s Martinsburg will be holding an open house following the dedication of its new US$ 500 million plant upgrade. 24/05/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/HeidelbergCement_signs_agreement_with_IFC.aspx HeidelbergCement and the IFC have signed an agreement to increase the local supply of cement in sub-Saharan Africa. 24/05/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Italgen_strengthens_renewable_energy_business.aspx Italgen, an Italcementi Group company has acquired a 49% stake in Gardawind, a company that is operating two wind farms. 20/05/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Chinese_investment_for_Mozambique_plant.aspx Chinese investors are to fund construction of a cement plant in Beluluane in the Maputo province of Mozambique. 20/05/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Lafarges_sustainable_support_at_World_Expo_2010.aspx World Expo 2010 has opened in Shanghai, China and Lafarge is the largest supplier to the event. 19/05/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Cemex_UK_opens_new_sand_production_plant.aspx A new sand production plant is helping Cemex UK boost efficiency and reduce the environmental impact of its largest UK sand and gravel quarry. 19/05/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/Titan_reports_Q1_results.aspx Titan Group Turnover for the first quarter of 2010 reached €286 million, down by 7% compared to the first quarter of 2009. EBITDA fell by 5% to €61 million. The Group’s net profits, after minority interests and taxes, stood at €25 million, up by 16% compared to last year. 18/05/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/New_carbon_neutral_initiative_from_HeidelbergCement.aspx HeidelbergCement has introduced a carbon neutral initiative for customers in Benelux. 18/05/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Holcim_Eastern_Europe’s_approach_to_health_and_safety.aspx Creating a uniform approach to health and safety is no easy task. But when your company spans many cultures, geographies and operates in a high-risk area, it’s even more of a challenge, but it’s one that Holcim was determined to take on. 18/05/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Ciment_Français_bad_weather_conditions_hampered_Q1_performance.aspx Ciments Français (Italcementi Group) has released its Q1 results. Against a difficult economic background, the first quarter of 2010 was characterised by very bad weather conditions in Western Europe and North America. 18/05/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Surya_Group_to_set_up_5_million_tpa_cement_plant.aspx Surya Group is planning to construct a 5 million tpa cement plant in Gujarat, India. 17/05/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/HeidelbergCement_continues_costs_cutting_course.aspx HeidelbergCement issues statement of first quarter results. The company continues to cut costs and repay debt, and admits that it cannot be sure whether poor Q1 results are due to the continuing economic crisis or poor weather. 14/05/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/New_plant_planned in_South_Africa.aspx In South Africa today, China’s Jidong Development Group and the China-Africa Development Fund (CADFund) have signed an MoU with Women Investment Portfolio Holdings (Wiphold) and Continental Cement (Conticem), a limestone mining firm. The MoU relates to the construction of a R1.65 billion cement plant to be located 85 km north of Brits in Limpopo. 13/05/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Producing_greener_concrete_with_metakaolin.aspx A look at how metakaolin’s concrete-improving benefits create a practical path to reducing carbon dioxide emissions. 11/05/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/Cemex_swap_to_cut_debt_by_US$_440_million.aspx Cemex has revealed that through a perpetuals bond swap, it will reduce its net debt by some US$ 440 million. 11/05/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/cement_plant_to_reduce_emissions.aspx Reports indicate that between 1990 and 2008, industrials was the only sector of the US economy in which greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions fell. 10/05/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/kkr_to_invest_in_calmia_cement.aspx The private equity firm Kohlberg Kravis Roberts has agreed to purchase a 15 - 20% stake in Dalmia Cement. 10/05/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Lafarge_to_renovate_Iraqi_cement_plant.aspx Lafarge has launched a US$ 200 million project to renovate an Iraqi cement plan. 10/05/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/CEMBUREAU_commissioned_study_concludes_NOx_and_SO2_ETS_is_risky.aspx An independent study by Ecofys/Emission Care (commissioned by CEMBUREAU) has been launched on the consequences of an industrial NOx and SO2 emissions trading scheme on the European cement sector. 10/05/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/European_Development_Finance_Institutions_to_establish_joint_climate_change_fund .aspx Agence Française de Développement (AFD), the European Investment Bank (EIB) and European Development Finance Institutions (EDFI) will establish a joint climate change fund. 10/05/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/new_cement_plant_in_Indonesia.aspx Holcim is planning to build a further cement plant in Indonesia to complement the two existing cement plants and grinding station that are already there. 07/05/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/The_Future_for_Low_Carbon_Cements.aspx As a lower-carbon world approaches – one in which carbon emissions become more tightly regulated and expensive – the cement industry faces a challenge. 07/05/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Lafarge_announces_Q1_results.aspx Lafarge reports 10% decrease in sales thanks largely to poor weather conditions in key markets. Cost-reduction programmes are proving successful across all business areas. Free cash flow has improved. 06/05/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Siemens_to_supply_electrical_equipment_and_automation_to_Turkmenistan.aspx Siemens Industry Solutions Division is to provide the electrical equipment and automation system for a new cement line at Jebel, Turkmenistan. 06/05/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/Holcim_Philippines_considers_raising_cement_prices_by_July.aspx Holcim Philippines has revealed that it may increase cement prices by July to counteract the effects of the power crisis in Mindanao and the need to import clinker from Japan. 05/05/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Lafarge_Cement_UK_launches_cement_recycling_scheme.aspx Lafarge has launched a scheme to recycle out of date cement this month in a bid to cut landfill waste. 04/05/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Votorantim_Cimentos_announces_8_new_plants.aspx Votorantim Cimentos has announced a plan to implement eight cement factories in seven states across Brazil. This brings its consolidated investment plans for the period 2007 – 13 to R$5 billion all told, calling for 22 new plants and some 7000 new jobs, direct and indirect. 04/05/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Holcim_sees_positive_signs_in_first_quarter_results.aspx The Group sold more cement, aggregates and ready-mix concrete, achieved higher net sales and better operating margins. 04/05/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Chinas_cement_and_cement_clinker_exports_see_increase.aspx Cement and clinker exports were up by 20% in the first quarter of 2010, according to the Chinese Ministry of Industry and Information Technology. 30/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Holcim_seeking_tenders_for_New_Zealand_plant.aspx Holcim is going to seek tenders to build a second plant in New Zealand this year. 30/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/HeidelbergCement_secures_liquidity_until_the_end_of_2013.aspx HeidelbergCement has signed a new, self-arranged € 3 billion syndicated credit facility with a group of 17 banks. 29/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cemex_in_Talks_with_Penna_Cement.aspx Cemex is exploring opportunities to enter the Indian cement market and is in discussions with Penna Cement on a possible buy out. 29/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Reliance_ADAG_to_construct_5_million_tpa_cement_plant.aspx Reliance Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group has announced plans to construct a 5 million tpa cement plant in Karnataka with an investment of Rs. 1500 crore. 29/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Alexandria_Cement_Plans_Rights_Issue.aspx Egypt’s Alexandria Cement has received the go-ahead for a US$ 442 million rights issue. 29/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/UltraTech_to_acquire_stake_of_Star_Cement.aspx India’s UltraTech is set to acquire a 51% stake in Dubai-based Star Cement for an undisclosed sum. 28/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Holcim_plans_new_cement_plant_in_Indonesia.aspx PT Holcim Indonesia has announced plans to invest up to US$ 500 million in a new cement plant in East Java. 28/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Lafarge_suffers_further_delays_to_mining_operations_in_India.aspx India’s Supreme Court has refused to lift a ban on mining by Lafarge in Meghalaya, due to environmental concerns. 28/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Recapitalisation_for_Lafarge_Cement_Zimbabwe.aspx Lafarge Cement Zimbabwe is to receive a US$ 3 million injection of capital from the Lafarge Group for recapitalisation of its operations to improve efficiency. 27/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Nirma_Ltd_receives_court_approval_to_construct_cement_plant.aspx Nirma Ltd has received conditional approval from the Gujarat High Court to construct its Rs.1400 crore cement plant at Mahua, India, which has been challenged by local farmers due to its environmental impact. 27/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Garadagh_Cement_Conversion.aspx Garadagh Cement, Azerbaijan, is currently converting its plant from wet to dry process in a €300 million upgrade and environment improvement project. 26/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Gulf_Cement_to_increase_capacity .aspx Gulf Cement Company, Qatar, is looking to increase its production capacity to 12 000 tpd, as a second production line is due to come online in 2011. 26/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/CemenTec_offers_lowest_bid_for_Habesha_Project.aspx In a few weeks Habesha Cement will announce who has won the the contract to supervise the construction of Habesha’s new 1.2 million tpa cement plant in Eithiopia. 23/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/News_from_Egypt.aspx Possible health tax on cement companies, and Egypt set to reissue two licences. 21/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Italcementi_to_set_up_120_MW_wind_farm.aspx Egypt’s first privately owned wind farm is to be built by Italcementi in the Gulf of Suez. 21/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Photocatalytic_Cementitious_Materials.aspx In this paper Gian Luca Guerrini – CTG Italcementi Group, Italy, briefly reviews the situation with photocatalytic cementitious materials and their current applications in the building sector. 20/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Cement_sector_experiences_unnecessary_interference.aspx It is evident that the cement industry is constantly being examined by various authorities. This interference comes in many forms. In Europe, it is the custom to allow the European Commission to ‘attack’ the cement manufacturers always probing alleged anti-competitive behaviour. 20/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/China_Resources_Cement_Holdings_set_to_buy_two_new_plants.aspx China Resources Cement Holdings Ltd plans to spend RMB 830 million in acquiring two cement plants. 19/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Vicat_planning_to_purchase_Bharathi_Cement.aspx Vicat, France, is in the advanced stages of buyout discussions with Bharathi Cement, India. 16/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Lafarge bets on biomass to reduce CO2 emissions.aspx Lafarge’s cement plant in Ontario, Canada, is implementing a scheme to plant multiple energy crops in a bid to reduce its carbon emissions. 16/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Staten_Island_Terminal_project_granted_ARRA_funding.aspx Staten Island Terminal has been granted US$28 million funding for the construction of a cement import and distribution facility. 15/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cement_demand_on_the_up_in_the_Philippines.aspx Cement sales in the Philippines rose by 11.2% in 2009 on the back of increased election spending and high levels of construction following Tropical Storms. 15/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Indian_industry_displays_growth_in_March.aspx Figures are in for cement shipments in March, showing the Indian industry is still on a path to double-digit growth for the year. Buoyed by demand from infrastructure projects and residential building projects, the industry hit growth of 10.48% for FY2009/10, according to reports. 14/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Benue_Cement_records_massive_profit_for_2009.aspx Dangote Cement’s Benue Cement Company has posted a massive 205% increase in profits for FY2009. 14/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Commissioning_complete_at_West_China_Cement.aspx West China Cement’s Yangxian cement plant is fully commissioned and running at full production capacity. 14/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Lafarge_agrees_limestone_quarrying_compensation_in_India.aspx Lafarge is expected to pay Rs.600 million to compensate for environmental damage as a result of limestone quarry operations in India. 13/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/The_hazardous_nature_of_handling_cement.aspx Handling cement poses numerous health and safety risks. Causes, symptoms and prevention methods are outlined here. 13/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cemex_proposes_model_for_affordable_housing.aspx Cemex has proposed a new model for the development of affordable housing at the World Economic Forum on Latin America 2010 held in Cartagena de Indias, Colombia. 12/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Multilateral_banks_set_to_support_global_economic_recovery.aspx Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) and the International Monetary Fund met to discuss plans to support a sustainable global recovery. 12/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Call_for_more_ALSF_funds_to_be_allocated_to_local_authorities_in_quarrying_areas.aspx The Mineral Products Association has revealed that local communities are failing to benefit fully from the Aggregates Levy Sustainability Fund. 12/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Roanoke_Cement_Company_takes_Earth_Hour_a_step_further.aspx Roanoke Cement Company has switched off lighting on its preheater tower indefinitely to coincide with the fourth annual Earth Hour. 09/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Short_and_long_term_forecasts_for_the_US_cement_industry.aspx Harsh conditions facing the cement industry are expected to persist throughout 2010 and beyond. In view of this, the US will be faced with some difficult decisions. 09/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Lafarge_ends_production_at_Northfleet .aspx Lafarge Cement formally marked the end of production at its Northfleet Works in a symbolic ceremony led by the demolition of its 550 ft. chimneys. 08/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Hanson_sells_off_aggregate_and_asphalt_business_in_Scotland.aspx Hanson UK has announced the sale of its aggregate and asphalt operations in Scotland to other Scottish operators. 08/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cemex_launches_carbon_labelled_cement.aspx Cemex has announced that its UK operation is the first cement company in the world to provide certified carbon labels for its cement using the Carbon Trust’s Carbon Reduction Label. 08/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Indian_companies_to_set_up_cement_plants_in_Kenya .aspx Two Indian-based companies have been given the go-ahead to create cement plants in Pokot, Kenya 08/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/Rajawali_Group_sells_stake_in_PT_Semen_Gresik.aspx Rajawali Group, Indonesia, has sold its 23.66% stake in PT Semen Gresik 06/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Indian_government_aid_for_Tamil_Nadu_Cement_project.aspx The Indian government is injecting cash into a modernisation project for Tamil Nadu cement. 05/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Nepal_looking_to_become_self_sufficient_in_cement_sector.aspx Abundant limestone reserves in Nepal could not only produce enough cement to meet domestic demand, it could export cement. 04/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Attock_looking_to_acquire_Al-Abbas_Cement .aspx Attock Cement and Al-Abbas Cement have signed a Memorandum of Understanding regarding Attock Cement’s proposed acquisition of Al-Abbas 03/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/Jurong_Cement_receives_approval_for_de_listing.aspx Jurong Cement Ltd must de-list itself from the Singapore Exchange after public ownership fell below 10%. 02/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Saudi_cement_market_strong_demand_but_overcapacity.aspx A new report provides a comprehensive review of the Saudi cement market, which, despite excess capacity, still remains one of the strongest globally. 01/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/India_donates_cement_to_war_torn_Northern_Sri_Lanka.aspx The Indian High Commissioner handed over the first delivery of 10 000 bags of cement to the Secretary of the Ministry of Resettlement and Disaster Relief services for resettled civilians in Northern Sri Lanka. 01/04/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/VRL_Cements_enters_the_Indian_cement_market.aspx India’s largest road transport company, VRL Logistics Ltd, is moving into the cement industry through the formation of VRL Cements. 31/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Siemens_updates_process_control_system .aspx Siemens Industry Automation Division has updated its Cemat process control system for the cement industry and associated sectors with multiple new functions. 31/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/News_from_Africa.aspx In Mozambique, Matola Cement is set to double production, while in Nigeria the Bua Group will expand the Sokoto Cement plant. 30/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Lafarge_ahead_of_the_game_in_reducing_its_carbon_footprint.aspx Lafarge has exceeded its targets to reduce carbon dioxide emissions a year ahead of schedule, and is continuing with the development of sustainable products and solutions. 30/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Lafarge_Surma_ordered_to_obtain_EIA_clearance_to_mine_limestone.aspx India’s Supreme Court has declined to grant permission for Lafarge to mine limestone in Meghalaya forests. 30/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Ambuja_Cements_commissions_new_grinding_unit.aspx Ambuja Cements, India, has commissioned a 1.5 million t grinding unit in Nalagarh, Himachal Pradesh. 29/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Volvo_invests_in_technology_centre_in_China.aspx Volvo announces multi-million dollar investment in Jinan, China for the creation of a BRIC-country focused product design and technology centre. 26/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Benin_suffers_power_shortages_relies_on_imports.aspx In Benin, ongoing power shortages have brought 75% of cement plants in the country to a standstill, according to reports. 26/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Emirates_cement_plant_inaugurated.aspx The new JV Emirates Cement plant has been officially opened in Fujairah, UAE. 26/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Industry_Concern_about_Future_of_Sand_and_Gravel_Supplies.aspx The MPA has sounded a serious note of caution about last week’s decision by the West Midlands Regional Assembly (WMRA) to change the way future supply of sand and gravel is provided for. 25/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Dalmia_Cement_to_demerge_cement_and_thermal_power.aspx Dalmia Cement has announced plans to demerge its cement, thermal power and other businesses. 25/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/News_from_East_Africa.aspx The East African Community (EAC) cement market looks set for increased capacities by leading suppliers, which could lead to a fierce price war. 25/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Cemex_UK_improves_its_sustainable_performance.aspx Cemex UK is working to improve its sustainable performance across its businesses; at Dove Holes Quarry, this goal is being achieved by removing tonnes of dust. 24/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Polysius_to_supply_grinding_plants.aspx Polysius has received orders to supply grinding plants to cement manufacturers in India and Germany. 24/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Rio_Tinto_signs_MoU_for_iron_or_ JV.aspx Rio Tinto and Chinalco have signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding (MoU) to establish a joint venture covering the development and operation of the Simandou iron ore project in Guinea. 22/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Successful_installation_in_Slovakia.aspx ABB has announced the successful installation of its SpectraFlow and Raw Mix Preparation (RMP) solutions at CEMMAC’s plant in Slovakia. 22/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Sanghi_Industries_to_construct_cement_plant_in_Kenya.aspx Sanghi Industries, India, has purchased land in Kenya for construction of a new 1.2 million t cement plant. This move comes as part of a larger expansion programme, with the company increasing its capacity to 8 million t. 22/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Strengthened_relations_for_infrastructure_and_private_sector_projects_across_South_Africa.aspx On 17 March, South Africa and the European Investment Bank (EIB) reaffirmed their mutual commitment to a continued close partnership and cooperation. 19/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/EIB_and_DBSA_to_fund_infrastructure_programme.aspx The European Investment Bank (EIB) and the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) have agreed to set up a joint technical assistance programme to improve the preparation and implementation of infrastructure projects. 19/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Shiva_Cement_plans_to_increase_capacity.aspx Shiva Cement, India, is in the process of considering setting up a 25 MW power plant. 18/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/FLSmidth_receives_order_for_material_handling_project_in_India.aspx FLSmidth has signed a contract worth €53 million (DKK400 million) with Indian National Thermal Power Corporation Limited (NTPC). 16/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/USGS_publication_shows_negative_results_for_cement_in_December_2009.aspx The USGS Mineral Industry Surveys publication "Cement in December 2009” has recently been published. This report provides monthly data on the shipments of cement to final customers, and the production of clinker, in the United States from January 2008 through the current month. 16/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Gypsum_in_December_2009.aspx USGS survey data indicates growth for gypsum industry from November to December 2009. 16/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/East_Africa_Portland_Cement_Company_forced_to_put_out_a_tender_for_the_supply_of_clinker.aspx East Africa Portland Cement Company (EAPCC) has been forced to put out a tender for the supply of clinker as a result of its new clinker kiln suffering delays construction. 15/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Sanghi_Industries_seeks_capital_expansion_programme.aspx Sanghi Industries is looking to raise approximately RS660 crore to contribute towards an expansion programme that should triple the company’s capacity. 15/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/EPA_seeks_public_comment_on_GhG_inventory.aspx The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking public comment on the annual Inventory of US Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Sinks: 1990 – 2008 draft report. 12/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Extracts_from_the_USGS_Yearbook_chapter_Stone_Crushed.aspx Production of crushed stone in the US decreased in 2008, as did consumption. Imports increased slightly, but exports remained stable. 12/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/FLSmidth_receives_operation_and_maintenance_contract_in_Angola.aspx FLSmidth has received a contract from Fabrica De Cimento Do Kwanza-Sul SA, Angola, for the operation and maintenance of its 4200 tpd cement plant. 12/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/New_plants_under_construction_in_China.aspx Cheung Kong Infrastructure Holdings has announced plans to construct a new cement plant in the Guangdong Province; while West China Cement’s Yangxian facility is scheduled to come online ahead of schedule this month. 11/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Sanko_Holding_to_invest_to_increase_capacity.aspx Sanko Holding, Turkey, has announced plans to invest US$150 million to increase production capacity at the Bartin cement plant. 11/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Sephaku_Cement_to_enter_South_African_cement_market .aspx Sephaku Cement is in advanced negotiations for funding new cement projects. 11/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Italcementis_Board_of_Directors_approves_2_billion_EMTN_program.aspx The Italcementi Board of Directors has approved an Italcementi S.p.A. Euro Medium Term Note issuance program for nonconvertible bonds intended for Italian and international qualified investors, up to a maximum amount of €2 billion. 10/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Global_attempts_to_restrict_emissions .aspx Plans and programmes to regulate emissions are underway across the globe. This article looks at the latest news from the EU, China and the US. 10/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/Vietnams_cement_prices_pushed_up_by_energy_costs.aspx Cement producers in Vietnam have announced plans to increase the price of cement as a result of rising energy prices. 10/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/CCP_keeps_price_competition_healthy_for_Pakistan’s_cement_producers.aspx The Competition Commission of Pakistan has provided a stabilising influence for cement prices in the nation. 09/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Third_consecutive_month_of_growth_for_Indian_cement_industry.aspx Reports suggest that the Indian cement industry is likely to show growth above 12% in February, making it the third consecutive month to see double-digit growth. 09/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Anglo_American_provides_aid_for_Chile.aspx Following the devastating earthquake in Chile, Anglo American is pleased to announce the donation of US$10 million (equivalent to just over Ch$5 billion), which will be allocated to projects to rebuild houses and schools and implement emergency water and electricity services. 09/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cemex_and_RTI_to_explore_CCS_potential .aspx Cemex USA has been awarded US$1.1 million funding to demonstrate carbon capture technology. 08/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/ACC_is_increasing_capacities.aspx ACC is entering new markets in Andhra Pradesh and increasing capacities elsewhere in India. 08/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Tororo_Cement_plans_US_50 million_expansion.aspx Uganda’s largest cement manufacturer will increase cement grinding, storage and packing facilities. 08/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Suez_Cement_set_to_relocate_plants_and_increase_total_output.aspx Suez Cement plans to relocate two cement plants and will take steps to boost its total capacity. 05/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cemex_USA_named_ENERGY_STAR_Partner_of_the_Year.aspx The EPA has named Cemex USA a 2010 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year for outstanding energy management and reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. 05/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Holcim_reports_results_for_a_difficult_year.aspx Extracts from Holcim’s report on its 2009 annual results are presented here. Results show the success of the cost reduction programme and a strengthened balance sheet. 05/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/Saudi_cement_capacity_set_to_rise.aspx Saudi Arabia shows signs of promise as its cement output capacity looks set to increase by approximately 15.2% to 53 million t over 2010, as the nation plans massive investment in the construction industry. 04/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Spanish_group_reports_2009_results.aspx Formento de Construcciones y Contratas SA (FCC) has issued its 2009 financial results. Net profit fell on lower sales, but the cost reduction programme is proceeding as planned. 04/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/A_round_up_of_news_from_China.aspx Cement demand to remain high, Taiwan Cement acquisition strengthens presence, BBMG purchases Beijing-based plants from Lafarge. 04/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Indonesia_returns_to_growth.aspx In January, Indonesia saw a 13% increase in cement sales, signalling the country’s return to economic growth after a flat period throughout 2009. Analysts expect cement sales to continue to grow in line with the economy this year – at a rate of around 6%. 03/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/PCA_backs_SMU_study_on_impact_of_NESHAP_on_industry.aspx The Portland Cement Association (PCA) has announced its support for a study conducted by Southern Methodist University’s (SMU) Maguire Energy Institute, which examines the contributions of the cement industry to US economic health. 03/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/Reports_of_cement_carrier_being_built_for_Norwegian_company.aspx Ben Kien Shipbuilding Industry Co has reportedly signed a contract to build two 16 800 t cement carriers for Norwegian shipowning firm KGJ Cement. 02/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/Diana_Shipping_reports_plunging_profit_in_2009.aspx Diana Shipping Inc. has reported a massive drop in Q4 net income, which fell from US$ 54.2 million in Q4 2008 to US$ 27.6 million. 02/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/FLSmidth_and_Co_2009_Annual_Report.aspx FLSmidth & Co. AS has reviewed and adopted its Annual Report for 2009, as well as offering predictions for the cement and minerals sectors over the coming year. 01/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Lafarge_and_Votorantim_finalise_transaction.aspx Lafarge has announced that it will receive Brazilian cement assets in exchange for the sale to Votorantim on 3 February 2010 of its 17.28% stake in the Portuguese Cimpor group. 01/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/FLSmidth_wins_Indian_order_with_HeidelbergCement.aspx FLSmidth has received an order worth approximately €48 million (DKK 357 million) from HeidelbergCement India Limited for the supply of equipment to their Indian capacity expansion project. 01/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/CSN’s_bid_for_Cimpor_unsuccessful.aspx Less than 9% of shareholders have taken up CSN’s offer to purchase a 33% stake plus one share in Cimpor. 01/03/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/Japans_export_industry_shows_signs_of_recovery.aspx Japan’s Ministry of Finance has reported a massive y/y jump in exports in January. 26/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cement_industry_set_to_spend_US_3.5_billion_on_air_pollution_control.aspx US-based McIlvaine Company has published new forecasts on air pollution control systems now becoming even more essential to meet stricter standards and regulations. 26/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Habesha_Cement_attracts_Chinese_and_Indian_tenders.aspx Eithiopia’s Habesha Cement has received five tenders for the construction of its newest plant. 26/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/ASEC_Holding_in_US_80_million_deal_with_ASEC_Cement.aspx ASEC Holding has acquired an additional 9.48% holding in ASEC cement, thereby increasing its exposure to become one of the region’s largest independent cement producers. 25/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Castle_Cement_Ltd_given_record_fine.aspx Castle Cement Ltd. have been fined £250 000 for dust, noise and smoke pollution. 25/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Lafarge_acquires_two_aggregate_docks_in_North_America.aspx Lafarge is creating the potential for increased shipping traffic along the Saginaw River following the acquisition of two docks in Saginaw and Bay City. 24/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Cemex_completes_joint_venture_asset_sale_in_US.aspx Cemex has announced the sale of 12 quarries in the US to SPO Partners & Co. 23/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Ghacem_Ltd_and_Mutiwall_Paper_Sacks_(MPs)_West_Africa_Limited_enter_agreement.aspx In Ghana, an agreement has been made between Ghacem Limited and Mutiwall Paper Sacks (MPs) West Africa Limited regarding limestone mining operations in Western Nzema. 23/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Rio_Tinto_opens_new_iron_ore_mine_in_the_Pilbaras_Robe_Valley .aspx Rio Tinto has begun production of iron ore at the Mesa A/Warramboo mine in Western Australia. 23/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Indian_coastal_shipping.aspx Coastal shipping has been the focus of recent research in India due to its obvious economic benefits for large bulk handling. 22/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Lafarge_feels_benefits-of_cost_reduction_programme.aspx Lafarge has issued a statement following the release of its 2009 full year results. Excerpts from the statement are reproduced here. 22/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/SAK_Commodities_wins_Iraqi_contract.aspx SAK Commodities has confirmed its first support contract with Iraq's Ministry of Trade. Excerpts from the company’s statement about the contract follow here. 17/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/New_JV_formed_to_exploit_limestone_and_dolomite_deposits_in_Oman.aspx Lhoist and Suhail Bahwan Group have formed a joint venture to develop limestone and dolomite reserves in Oman. 17/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Infrastructure_Materials_Corp._acquires_Canadian_cement_grade_limestone_assets.aspx Infrastructure Materials Corp. has announced the acquisition of Canadian Infrastructure Corp. (CIC), a privately-held company, which owns three cement grade limestone properties. 16/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Newsbyte_CSN_changes_tack_on_Cimpor_bid.aspx Having failed to impress Cimpor with its original bid back in December, CSN has made an alternate offer. 16/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Camargo_bid_could_see_off_CSN.aspx Brazilian conglomerate Carmago Correa Group has acquired a 22.17% stake in Cimpor while CSN files antitrust complaint against Votorantim. 16/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Newsbytes_from_the_US-_Ash_Grove_Cemex_Holcim.aspx Things begin to look up for Ash Grove, Cemex Davenport closes and Holcim invests in clean energy. 16/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Vision_2050_lays_a_pathway_to_sustainable_living_within_planet .aspx The World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) has launched the Vision 2050 report, a study that lays out a pathway leading to a global population of some 9 billion people living well, within the resource limits of the planet by 2050. 15/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Egypt_to_initiate_international_bidding_process.aspx Egypt is looking to start an international bidding process to grant cement licences by mid-year. 14/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Titan_Group_wins_accolade_in_Accountability_Rating_Greece_2009.aspx For the second year in a row, Titan Cement has placed number one in the annual corporate accountability ratings for Accountability Rating Greece 2009, edging out close competition from Coca Cola Hellenic Bottling Company and Vodafone. 12/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cement_in_November_2009.aspx USGS figures for cement production, export and import in November 2009. 12/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/From_Wet_to_Dry_in_Latvia.aspx The following is excerpted from Paul Maxwell-Cook’s article in the January issue of WORLD CEMENT describing the progress taking place at Cemex’s Broceni plant in Latvia. 12/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Vicem_to_boost_exports.aspx In a move to subdue harsh competition in the domestic market, the Vietnam Cement Industry Corporation (Vicem) is planning to lift exports to 1 million t this year. 12/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/HeidelbergCement_preliminary_overview_2009.aspx On 10 February, HeidelbergCement presented its preliminary and unaudited sales volumes, turnover, operating income before depreciation (OIBD) and operating income (OI) for the fourth quarter and full year 2009. These figures reflected the impact of the global economic crisis on the overall construction industry. 12/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Latest_China_acquisitions_and_investments.aspx Sinoma and Scitus acquisitions, Anhui Conch borrows RMB 4.8 billion, China Runji Cement benefits from rural stimulus and HK prosperity invests in Indonesia. 12/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Broken_shark_tooth_found_in_Barrington_Quarry.aspx A broken tooth belonging to an ancient shark has been found at Cemex’s Barrington Quarry in the UK. 11/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Sale_of_famous_Rubislaw_quarry_is_now_closed.aspx The sale of the UK’s Rubislaw Quarry has come to a close. 11/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Hanson_UK_makes_investment_in_new_dryer.aspx A new dryer at Hanson UK’s West Drayton asphalt plant in Hillingdon in Middlesex is furthering the company’s sustainability effort. 10/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Hanson’s_sustainability_effort.aspx Through environmentally-conscious investments, Hanson has become the lowest carbon dioxide-emitting cement company in the UK. 10/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Italcementi_announce_group_revenues_for_2009.aspx The ltalcementi Board of Directors examined Group sales figures for the financial year ended December 31, 2009. 10/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Production_to_begin_at_Continental_Coal_mine.aspx Continental Coal Ltd has appointed Trollope Mining Services (TMS) for the development of its Vlarkvarkfontein mine in South Africa. Production is expected to commence in about two weeks time. 10/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cemex_announces_Q409_results.aspx Cemex has announced that consolidated net sales decreased 17% in the fourth quarter of 2009, to US$3.4 billion, and decreased 28% for the full year, to US$14.5 billion, versus the comparable periods in 2008. 09/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Geocycle_expands_alternative_fuel_facilities.aspx Michigan-based Geocycle is increasing production of AFs for local cement manufacturers. 09/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/clay_iron_ore_iron_steel_slag_sand_gravel_2009_summaries.aspx Extracts from the United States Geological Society Mineral Commodity summary, January 2010 08/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/quarry_site_on_track_to_become_wildlife_haven.aspx Restoration work at the former Lafarge Aggregates quarry near Alrewas in Staffordshire is on course to create a natural wetland wildlife reserve. 08/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/USGS_releases_Mineral_Commodity_summary_January_2010.aspx The United States Geological Survey: Mineral Commodity Summaries, January 2010, has been released. The cement section has been reproduced here. 07/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/new_ECC_plant_to_begin_production.aspx A new 1.08 million tpa cement plant in Bulacan, the Philippines, owned by Eagle Cement Corp. is reported to begin cement production in March. 05/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Aamal_Cement_Industries_opens_concrete_block_factory.aspx Aamal Company is diversifying into new high growth revenue streams. 05/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Headwaters_Inc._Q1_revenue_down.aspx Headwaters Incorporated, a diversified building products company dedicated to improving sustainability by transforming underutilised resources into valuable products, has announced results for its 31 December 2009 quarter, the first quarter of fiscal 2010. 05/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Colombus_McKinnon.aspx Columbus McKinnon Corporation, a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of material handling products, has announced it is contributing more than US$40 000 worth of products to aid the recovery efforts in Haiti. 04/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Update_on_cimpor.aspx The last few days have seen further developments in the bid for a stake in Portuguese cement manufacturer, Cimpor. 04/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Lafarge_sells_cimpor.aspx Lafarge has sold to Votorantim its 17.28% interest in Cimpor. The transaction will be completed in principle through an exchange of the Cimpor shares held by Lafarge for certain of Votorantim's assets in Brazil. 04/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/UNFCCC_receives_pledges.aspx Following the conclusion of the climate change talks in Copenhagen, the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) has received submissions of national pledges to cut and limit greenhouse gases by 2020 from 55 countries. These countries together account for 78% of global emissions from energy use. 03/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/India_cement_engine.aspx India’s major cement players are responding to strong domestic demand with increased sales. 03/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Hanson_contracting.aspx Hanson Contracting has recycled 100% of an old worn-out road, making the newly-refurbished A40 in Gloucestershire the most sustainable road in the UK. 01/02/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Holcim_joins_ICRC.aspx The president of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), Jakob Kellenberger, and the CEO of Holcim Ltd, Markus Akermann, today signed a long-term agreement during the World Economic Forum meetings in Davos, Switzerland. 29/01/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Oracle_coalfields.aspx The Board of Oracle Coalfields PLC, the UK developer of a 1.4 billion t coal deposit in southern Pakistan, is pleased to announce that the company has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Lucky Cement Limited, a major cement manufacturer and exporter based in Pakistan. 29/01/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Lafarge_northamerica.aspx Lafarge North America, Inc. is to make improvements totalling US$170 million at 13 plants across the US. The EPA claims the company violated the Clean Air Act, and has hit back with a large fine. 27/01/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/shipping_industry_waits.aspx Reports suggest that more than one tenth of container ships are lying idle, waiting for orders to sail. 26/01/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/fossilised_dinosaur_tracks.aspx The tracks of Jurrasic dinosaurs found in a quarry in Oxfordshire, England, in 1997 are to receive official protection 25/01/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/new_uk_gypsym.aspx A new Gypsum Quality Protocol is set to raise market confidence in recycled gypsum and increase demand for waste plasterboard. 25/01/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Coal_ash_for_Philippine_cement_plants.aspx Negotiations are well advanced between the Cebu Energy Development Corporation (CEDC) on the possible sale of power plant coal ash to local cement plants. 22/01/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Green_World_Crete_enters_into_Nicaraguan_JV.aspx Accredited Business Consolidators Corp. announced that its subsidiary, Envirocare Corp., secured funding for a proposed joint venture in Nicaragua with Green World Crete, Inc., for an environmentally friendly "green" concrete plant. 21/01/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cemex_helps_Haiti.aspx CEMEX, S.A.B. de C.V. announced today that, in solidarity with the Haitian people, the company is responding to this humanitarian emergency by collaborating in relief efforts with the governments of Mexico and other countries, international institutions, and social organisations. 20/01/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Fortress_Group_announces_shipment_to_Cameroon.aspx Fortress Group has embarked on shipping 100 000 t of cement to Cameroon, with the last of eight vessels heading for Cameroon in late December 2009. 20/01/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/News_updates_from_India.aspx The latest news from India on December shipment figures, expansion plans, financial results and coal import duty. 19/01/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Vietnamese_cement_companies_unhappy_with_coal_prices.aspx Cement companies have filed complaints against the Vietnamese coal industry. Unduly high prices and excessive humidity are costing the cement industry millions. 18/01/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Newsbyte_Camargo_told_withdraw_or_comply.aspx Camargo’s recent proposal to merge with Cimpor has been rebuffed by the Portuguese stock market regulator, CMVM. 18/01/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Newsbytez_New_bid_for_a_stake_in_Cimpor.aspx One of Brazil’s largest private diversified companies is looking to buy a minority stake in the Portuguese cement giant 15/01/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Latest_acquisitions_in_China.aspx At the start of this year two Chinese cement producers revealed their latest acquisitions. 15/01/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Vietnamese_cement_production_has_increased.aspx Three new cement plants have just been inaugurated which will help Vietnam’s cement production increase again this year. 15/01/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/FLSmidth_wins_Chinese_order_for_12000_tpd_plant.aspx FLSmidth has signed a contract with Chinese cement producer Conch to supply a 12 000 tpd cement kiln for the Tongling plant in the Anhui province in eastern China. 14/01/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Newsbyte_YTL_offers_to_buy_Jurong_Cement_terminal.aspx Jurong Cement Limited, a subsidiary of Holcim, has received a S$50 million offer for its assets. 14/01/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Saudi_Arabia_imposes_levy_on_cement_imports.aspx Saudi Arabia has reintroduced customs duties to address an oversupply of cement and steel. 14/01/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Alternative_fuels_JV_announced_in_Germany.aspx Nehlsen International, Bremen, Germany and MVW Lechtenberg & Partner, Mülheim an der Ruhr, Germany, have signed a joint venture agreement to build and operate alternative fuel production plants. 13/01/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cimpor_rejects_Brazilian_offer_more_on_the_table.aspx Cimpor has received and rejected a proposed takeover bid from Brazilian company CSN. 13/01/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/India_Globalization_Capital_Commissions_First_Quarry .aspx India Globalization Capital, Inc., has commissioned the first of two quarries for commercial use in the Indian state of Maharshtra. The second quarry is expected to start production in February. 12/01/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/West_China_Cement_(WCC)_acquires_Xiushan_Cement_(Group)_for_RMB180_million_(£16.4_million).aspx West China Cement acquired Shaanxi Xuishan Cement Group Co, Ltd 12/01/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/USGS_reports_gypsum_figures_for_October_2009.aspx The US Geological Society has issued a statement regarding the performance of gypsum in terms of consumption and demand in October 2009. Generally there was an improvement in consumption month-on-month, although the year-on-year performance is still poor. 11/01/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Lafarge_active_in_India.aspx At the recent commissioning of a second clinker line at Lafarge India’s Sonadih plant, Lafarge Chariman and CEO, Mr Bruno Lafont disclosed details regarding the company’s future plans in India. 11/01/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Rio_Tinto's_Yandicoogina_becomes_first_Australian_mine_to_produce_50_million_tpa.aspx The Yanicoogina mine in Western Australia has become the first mine in the country to produce 50 million tpa. 08/01/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Ancient_animal_footprints_found_in_quarry.aspx Footprints belonging to unknown 397-million-year-old tetrapods have been discovered in a disused quarry in Poland. 08/01/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/CRH_Full_Year_2009_Trading_Update_Statement.aspx CRH has released its updated statement for trading in 2009 08/01/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Taiwan_Cement_acquires_Prosperity_Minerals_Holding’s_cement_business.aspx Taiwan’s leading cement producer is set to become a major player in southern China. 04/01/2010 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/A_round-up_of_news_items_from_across_Africa.aspx News of licences in Egypt, progress in Ghana, expansion in Ethiopia and contracts in Kenya. 27/12/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Copenhagen_conference_concludes_with_final_accord.aspx At the conclusion of the Copenhagen Climate Change conference, countries are now committing to new targets concerning CO2 emissions. 23/12/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Brazilian_steel_producer_launches_bid_for_Cimpor.aspx The Brazilian steel producer Companhia Siderurgica Nacional (CSN) has launched a €3.86 billion takeover bid for Portugal’s biggest cement producer. 22/12/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/USGS_gypsum_survey_results_for_September_2009.aspx Results have been released from the USGS concerning the production of gypsum in September 2009. 22/12/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Copenhagen_Business_Day_highlights_role_of_business_in_tackling_climate_change.aspx On 17 December, the World Business Council for Sustainable Development led a meeting between business leaders and ministers from developed and developing countries to discuss the contribution of business in the global fight against climate change. 21/12/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/ACC_inaugurates_Karnataka_plant.aspx ACC’s newest cement plant in Thondebhavi, Karnataka, was inaugurated on 12 December. The new grinding plant becomes the nearest cement plant for Bengaluru city, thus ensuring fresh and prompt supply of cement to this fast expanding metropolis. 16/12/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/UUS_cement_shipments_and_construction_spending_continue_to_decline.aspx October 2009 was the 41st consecutive month where cement shipments were lower than in the corresponding month last year, and although the construction industry is showing signs of improving, nonresidential construction does not look so healthy. 16/12/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Indonesian_Semen_Gresik_Group_awards_large_order.aspx ThyssenKrupp Foerdertechnik, Germany, have signed a contract to supply the Indonesian Semen Gresik Group with raw material processing technology in order to help them meet the expanding demand for cement in Indonesia. 15/12/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/South_Africa_declares_emissions_targets.aspx Before the start of COP15, the South African Presidency issued a statement declaring its commitment to achieving a successful outcome in Copenhagen. It outlined the country’s emissions targets and emphasised the need for financial and technological aid for developing countries. 15/12/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Cemex_financial_news.aspx Cemex has announced the closing of its offer to exchange Certificados Bursátiles into mandatorily convertible securities. 14/12/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Still_no_decision_on_new_plant_in_New_Zealand.aspx In New Zealand, plans for Holcim’s new plant in Weston, Oamaru are now three years in, with no firm decisions made as yet. 14/12/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/UK_PBR_signals_higher_costs_for_cement_industry.aspx In the UK’s Pre-Budget Report 2009 it was announced that the climate change levy discount rate has been reduced from 80% to 65%. 14/12/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/EPA_confirms_GhGs_harmful_to_human_health.aspx The EPA issued a statement on Monday (7 December) that confirms the findings of its investigations into greenhouse gases and human health. 11/12/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/Titan_to_benefit_from_exports.aspx The first batch of cement has left Florida’s Port Everglades heading for Panama, as part of Titan Cement’s export project. 11/12/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Coal_to_be_sourced_from_the_North_Sea.aspx Permission has been grated to extract from the large coal deposits in the North Sea via Underground Coal Gasification (UCG) technology. 11/12/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Tilburys_conveying_solution.aspx B&W Mechanical Handling Ltd has supplied Samson TM receiving units for Cemex UK’s Tilbury cement grinding plant in Essex. 11/12/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Green_concrete_chosen_for_ZEA_project.aspx Geo-Green Crete^TM is to hit the small screen in a US television documentary about energy efficient homes. 10/12/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Potential turnaround in US demand scenario.aspx In a webcast out yesterday (9th December), the PCA looks at the future for the US cement industry, which ought to be bright. From 2010, demand is predicted to increase year-on-year through 2011 and 2012. 10/12/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/WBCSD_cement.aspx Chinese cement companies have signed up to the Cement Sustainability Initiative; marking an important step towards global recognition of sustainable development within the industry. 09/12/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/EIB_invests_in_Plzen_regeneration.aspx The European Investment Bank (EIB) is lending CZK2 billion (approximately €73 million) to the Municipality of Plzen (West Bohemia) to implement priority urban regeneration schemes identified in the city’s 2004 Development Plan. 09/12/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/India’s_shipments_reports_November_2009.aspx A quick-fire look at activity in India’s cement industry in November 2009. 08/12/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Blueprint_for_progress.aspx Throughout 2009, the role that industry plays in climate change mitigation has been discussed at the various UNFCCC-organised meetings, to prepare the ground for the negotiations on a new global climate agreement at the COP15 meeting in Copenhagen in December. As COP15 begins, the CSI outlines its blueprint for progress. 08/12/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Harsh_conditions_in_US_cement_industry_will_persist_through_2010.aspx Although recent economic news and activity may suggest a technical end to the 'Great Recession,' the conditions facing the construction industry are likely to remain weak for another year or more, causing a drag on cement consumption, according to the most recent economic forecast from the Portland Cement Association (PCA). 07/12/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/China_targets_40_45_emissions_cuts_by_2020.aspx China has outlined its emissions reduction targets ahead of COP15, beginning in Copenhagen next week. The government has been firm on its plans and vows to meet its target by 2020. 03/12/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/The_European_cement_industry_is_vulnerable_to_carbon_leakage_the_decision_and_beyond.aspx This editorial is taken from Eurobrief 181, issued by CEMBUREAU. It reflects the mood of the European cement industry in the run-up to COP15. 03/12/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Industry_specific_roadmap_from_IEA_for_cement_industry.aspx The first industry-specific technology roadmap produced by the International Energy Agency focuses on the cement industry. It provides an ambitious vision for emissions reductions up to 2050. The report identifies the requirement for increased R&D commitment and investment, particularly in carbon capture and storage technologies, and the need for a clear policy framework. 03/12/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Engaging_the_US_cement_industry_to_improve_energy_performance.aspx Working with the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), US cement producers continue to improve their energy efficiency and make other environmental strides. In little more than a decade, the industry has reduced its energy intensity by 10%, as improvements made by proactive companies have transformed the industry’s energy performance. 03/12/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Mediterranean_giants_report_Q3_and_9M_results.aspx Titan Cement and Cimpor have issued statements relating to their financial results for the first nine months and third quarter of 2009. 02/12/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Import_tariffs_causing_a_stir.aspx The supply-demand ratio is causing problems for countries that can produce sufficient cement to meet demand, but not necessarily at internationally competitive prices. 01/12/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/FLSmidth_wins_copper_contract_in_Peru.aspx FLSmidth has signed a contract with Chinese-owned Minera Chinalco Peru for equipment for its Toromocho copper mine. 30/11/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Algerian_consolidation_to_win_market_share_at_home_and_abroad.aspx According to reports, the Algerian government is planning to consolidate its state-owned cement plants to form a company that will challenge Lafarge for a greater share of the Algerian market. 30/11/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/CEMEX_announces_completion_of_EURUS_wind_farm_construction.aspx Construction of the EURUS wind farm project was completed on 15 November 2009. The wind farm will supply approximately 25% of Cemex’s energy needs in its Mexican cement plants. 27/11/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Cementos_Pacasmayo_to_develop_phosphate_mine.aspx Peru’s second largest cement producer has revealed plans to invest some US$ 300 million to develop and phosphate mine and processing plant. 26/11/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/FLSmidth_wins_coal_handling_contract_in_Vietnam.aspx FLSmidth has signed a contract worth approximately U$ 40 million (about DKK200 million) with state-owned LILIAMA Vietnam Machinery Installation Corporation. 25/11/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/news_from_india.aspx Indian cement companies are once again making headlines, as expansion projects are revealed, fundraising is announced and mergers are confirmed. 24/11/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Erdene_provides_project_updates_and_Q3_financial_results.aspx Erdene Resource Development Corp. has provided an update on its principal projects in conjunction with the release of its third quarter 2009 financial results. 20/11/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/FLSmidth_reports_on_first_nine_months.aspx FLSmidth & Co. A/S has published its results for the first nine months of this year. Figures show that the global economic downturn has had a significant impact on the Group’s earnings, but some signs of improvement are beginning to be felt. 19/11/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Massey_Energy_completes_15_million_t_acquisition.aspx Massey Energy Co. has completed the acquisition of metallurgical and steam coal reserves from now-bankrupt Appalachian Fuels, LLC and its affiliates. 19/11/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/KHD_Humboldt_Wedag_reports_on_Q3_results.aspx KHD has had a difficult year, but Q3 results show the beginnings of improvement, particularly in the company’s balance sheet. The outlook is cautiously optimistic in the long term. 18/11/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Polaris_Minerals_named_British_Columbia’s_fourth_fastest_growing_company.aspx The Vancouver Sun has named Polaris Minerals as the fourth fastest-growing company in British Colombia. The company, which has only been operating for two years, is surviving well, despite the downturn in the market this year. 17/11/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Green_concrete_in_the_news_again.aspx A new player has emerged, claiming development of a cementitious material made from post-industrial waste and producing near-zero carbon emissions. Many such products have made the news recently, but will any or all gain precedence over OPC? 16/11/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Net_zero_Habitat_for_Humanity_project_introduced_at_2009_Greenbuild.aspx The PCA, Salt River Materials Group and Habitat for Humanity have developed a concrete home that will bring considerable benefits to its future owners. Its sustainable design means it has achieved ‘Net-Zero’ energy designation. 16/11/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Plans_to_extend_life_of_quarry_by_35_years.aspx Aggregate Industries, UK, plans to submit a proposal to Somerset County Council, seeking permission for a project that will allow it to continue work at the Torr Quarry, Somerset, until 2040. 16/11/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Britains_oldest_dinosaur_to_be_unearthed.aspx The remains of the Thecodontosaurus Antiquus found entombed in limestone rock in Bristol quarry are to be excavated and reconstructed. 13/11/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Headwaters_Incorporated_financial_results_2009.aspx Headwaters Incorporated has announced its Q4 and fiscal year results ended 30 September 2009. 13/11/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/After_the_Boom.aspx The world has witnessed rapid financial and economical changes over the last months, causing extreme changes and uncertainty in many fields. The cement market has always been dynamic, requiring updated studies to follow the rapid fluctuations. The GCC countries are going through the ‘after the boom’ scenario. 13/11/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Lafarge_launches_new_range_of_insulating_concretes.aspx Together with Bouygues Construction, Lafarge has developed and tested the first new product of the range: Thermedia 0.6 B. The product has already been used in several social housing sites, with great success. 12/11/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/Spain and Poland agree ET contract.aspx Poland and Spain have signed an emissions trading agreement that will see Poland selling its AAUs in exchange for funding that will support the country’s GhG mitigations schemes. 10/11/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/India and China stand together on climate change.aspx India and China have agreed to coordinate efforts to combat climate change. Neither country will agree to emissions caps, particularly while the US has not legislated emissions reduction. All three nations will be at the centre of talks at COP15. 10/11/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Lafarge_and_Ciment_Français_release_Q3_results.aspx Q3 results indicate the downward trend of the year-to-date continues, although the decline is slowing. Both groups have made efforts to improve operating efficiency and reduce debt. 09/11/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/As_production_increases_prices_fall.aspx The Indian cement industry has reported a huge production increase in the large fiscal, causing prices to drop in the last few months. 09/11/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/Indian_export_markets_drop .aspx India’s per capita cement consumption is amongst the lowest in the world, and the country’s cement industry is heavily export-based. The recent decline in the export markets is proving a cause for concern for some manufacturers, although October shipment figures are generally strong. 06/11/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Gypsum_production_down_but_sales_up_in_July_2009.aspx A recent report from the USGS reveals varied results for the US gypsum industry in July 2009. 05/11/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/Egypt’s cement industry still growing strong.aspx The Egyptian cement industry has more than weathered the financial storm. Demand has remained high, exports have been banned, and new production capacities are both under implementation and planned. 05/11/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/FLSmidth_wins_coal-handling_project_in-India.aspx FLSmidth has been awarded a contract worth approximately €35 million (DKK260 million) from Coastal Gujarat Power Ltd for the supply and construction of a coal handling system for the company's Ultra Mega Power Plant project in the state of Gujarat, India. 04/11/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cemex_lowers_2009_outlook.aspx Cemex has lowered expected cashflow figure for 2009 to US$ 2.9 billion, compared to US$ 3.2 billion predicted earlier this year. 04/11/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/US_DOE_releases_first_phase_of_funding_for_CO2_capture.aspx The US Department of Energy has released the initial phase of funding for industrial carbon capture and storage projects. The successful projects include trials by Cemex, Air Products and Chemicals, ConocoPhillips, Praxair and Shell. 29/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Low_carbon_economy.aspx The world’s population is expected to grow by 40% over the next 50 years, and 80% of people will be living in the developing countries. Some 70% will be living in cities. 28/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Holding_back_in_China.aspx There are renewed efforts to address the problem of overcapacity in China’s cement industry. Projects are being put on hold as older plants are closed down. 27/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/Advances_in_Sustainable_Concrete.aspx Several companies in North America have developed ways to create greener, more environmentally friendly concrete. 26/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Grasim_consolidates_cement_business.aspx Grasim Industries Ltd will transfer its cement business to its subsidiary unit Samruddhi Cement, which will eventually be merged with Ultratech Cement. 23/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Ash_Grove_shuts_down_production_at_nine_plants.aspx The impact of the recession is being felt across America this week, as 500 employees of Ash Grove Cement are laid off at nine of its ten plants. The shutdowns are temporary, but no date has been projected for restarting production. 22/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/EPA_to_regulate_greenhouse_gasses.aspx The US Environmental Protection Agency has announced that it will limit greenhouse gas emissions from major new sources of pollution. 22/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/USGS_data_shows_aggregate_consumption_up.aspx USGS data shows aggregate consumption increased in Q2, but is still a long way behind 2008 figures. The growth could be a standard seasonal increase or a sign of the beginnings of recovery. The cement industry has also shown signs of improvement, but stimulatory efforts have so far had little impact. 21/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/Cemex_Tilbury_plans_opens_in_the_UK.aspx On 22 September 2009, Cemex opened a new cement grinding and blending plant at the port of Tilbury in Essex. 21/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/carbon_leakage_winners_and_losers.aspx Carbon leakage is a hot topic at the moment, with industries and economies both fearful of losing out to countries that are not subject to the same stringent environmental regulations. 20/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/concentrating_solar_power.aspx Statistics indicate that if less than 0.5% of the total area of sunny deserts in the world were covered with CSP plants, they would produce as much electricity as is currently being used by the whole world. 19/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/an_analysis_of_worldwide_cement_and_clinker_trade .aspx Cement and clinker trade is facing a downward trend, and not just because of the economic downturn. Massive investment in capacity expansion has led to oversupply situations in countries around the world, turning importing countries into exporters. 18/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/co_processing_sustainable_cement_production.aspx Co-processing in the cement industry is the optimum way of recovering energy and material from waste. It offers a safe and sound solution for society, the environment and the cement industry. 16/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/emissions_legislation_under_discussion_in_australia.aspx The government is attempting to pass emissions trading legislation to reduce CO₂ emissions by up to 20% by 2020. A bill that rules 20% of all power must come from renewable sources by 2020 has already been passed. 12/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/growth_prospects_in_sub_saharan_africa.aspx The financial crisis has hampered growth in Sub-Saharan Africa, which is dependent on exports of its primary commodities as well as aid inflows and foreign direct investment. Trade balances are shrinking and capital inflows are declining. However, when the global economy is revived, the region’s growth momentum will return. 08/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/nyc_demands_new_concrete_testing_protocol.aspx Recent allegations of falsified concrete testing results have led New York city to set up its own laboratory and audit unit. Some 80 buildings will be retested to ensure their structural integrity. 02/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/the_european_gypsum_industry.aspx Gypsum is a construction mineral eternally recyclable, quarried worldwide and used in an outstanding sustainable way in buildings. Gypsum building materials are used in all construction types (residential, non-residential, new or refurbished). 01/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/demand_for_gypsum_predicted_to_improve.aspx The outlook for gypsum demand appears to be showing signs of improvement as the housing market begins its recovery, but poor capacity utilisation continues to raise doubts over the pricing of the mineral. 01/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/saudi_arabia_ships_sand_and_cement.aspx Cement and sand imported to Bahrain from Saudi Arabia will henceforth be shipped rather than transported by truck across the King Fahd Causeway, according to reports. This will help to ease traffic congestion and improve delivery times. 01/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/long_running_proposal_gains_new_partner.aspx The long running Thorndyke Resource proposal for a pit-to-pier mining project in Washington state has found a new partner in Canada’s Athabasca Minerals. The project is in its seventh year of county approvals and environmental reviews. 01/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/outlook_for_shipping_sector.aspx Around the world, large volumes of cement are traded by multinational cement groups and their subsidiaries, whilst independent cement traders still have a major function when it comes to price levels and patterns of trade. 01/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/pan_pacific_aggregates_granted_approval_to_reopen_pumptown_quarry.aspx Pan Pacific Aggregates has announced that it has received approval from the City of Abbotsford Council to reopen its Pumptown Quarry in British Columbia. Operating conditions include the completion of an access by-pass road and a limitation of operating hours. The quarry is expected to begin operations in October 2009, following the completion of development work. 01/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/indian_companies_announce_investment_plans.aspx Despite fears of an oversupply situation in the near future, Indian cement manufacturers continue to announce capacity additions on a nearly monthly basis. Many producers are also segueing into the power generation business, as a side project that may help ease production costs and generate capital. 01/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/metso_receives_order_from_norsk_stein.aspx Metso has won a €27 million contract to supply equipment for the Norsk Stein Jelsa quarry expansion. Once completed, production capacity at the quarry will have doubled. 01/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/china_to_curb_cement_overcapacity.aspx The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) has proposed strict plans to curb severe overcapacity problems in the Chinese cement industry, preventing any province with over 1000 kg per capita of cement clinker from building new production lines during the 12th Five Year Plan. 01/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/east_african_cement_producers_threatened_by_cheap_imports.aspx Cement producers in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania are struggling to remain competitive in a period of strong demand. Overseas imports, from countries such as China, Egypt, India and Thailand, are flooding the region and are priced significantly lower than the domestic product thanks to cheap freight rates. Cement producers are calling on governments to step in to protect their industries. 01/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/materials-handling/articles/a_technical_top_5_of_bulk_solids_handling_mistakes.aspx Bulk solids such as limestone, clay, gypsum, and slag tend to hang up in silos, plug in chutes, and spill or emit dust from conveyors. These problems cause many cement plants to operate inefficiently, often requiring costly labour to keep these raw materials flowing through equipment. Most of these solids handling problems are the result of one or more of the five common mistakes made in the cement industry. 01/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/GGBS_the_worlds_most_sustainable_building_material.aspx Concrete is the world’s most versatile and most used industrial product, but it is made with cement, a product with more CO₂ emissions than any other. How then can we produce sustainable concrete? 01/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/shipping_industry_in_crisis.aspx Reduced global trade and the recent announcement by China that steel and cement production will be curbed has left the shipping industry facing a potential 50% rate crash. 01/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/new_zealand_government_considers_increasing_mining_activity.aspx The New Zealand government wishes to increase the revenue gained from its minerals industry, given the plentiful resources available. However, much of the land in question is protected by law and as such significant changes will need to be made. 01/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/recycling_alternative_fuels_in_cement_kilns.aspx The recycling of alternative fuels has been utilised in many cement kilns around the world in recent years. Fuel costs have soared and where opportunities have existed, manufacturers have been able to improve their bottom line by implementing various systems to facilitate firing of these alternative fuels, and within environmental limits. Yet is it enough? 01/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/holcim_philippines_to_restart_mothballed_cement_production_line.aspx The Philippines is experiencing increasing demand for cement. In order to meet this demand, Holcim plans to restart the second production line of its Misamis Oriental plant. 01/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/restoration_planning_for_extractive_industries.aspx Restoration planning and implementation is an integral part of successful quarrying. Increasing emphasis on environmental protection means that, for many, a rehabilitation plan is an essential part of the permitting process. 01/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/contracts/articles/indian_cement_shipments_generally_up_in_august.aspx The slow progress of the monsoon in India has resulted in strong figures for cement manufacturers’ August shipments. High demand is reflected in the similarly strong performance of the cargo truck and rail industries. 01/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/minimising_emissions_in_cement_production.aspx Cement production is responsible for approximately 5% of the global, man-made CO₂ emissions. As urbanisation and industrialisation continues, so the demand for cement is set to more than double by 2030. 01/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/ensuring_better_personnel_performance.aspx Over the past twenty years cement manufacturers have had to become more competitive to stay in business, due to consolidation in the cement sector, rising energy prices, competing construction materials, eradication of national pricing agreements and rising labour costs. Therefore many managers in cement plants have tried to understand what makes a cement works run at its maximum efficiency. 01/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/falling_cement_prices_could_be_the_silver_lining_for_middle_east_contractors.aspx Construction markets around the world are being hit this year with the steepest decline in activity in at least 20 years, and the formerly booming construction industry of the Middle East has been no exception. The region will witness a 2.6% decline in total construction spending this year, a dramatic change after average growth on the order of 9% over the past several years. 01/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/cement/articles/the_arab_cement_industry_present_and_future.aspx The Arab cement industry has developed remarkably, particularly through the past three years. Its expansion was closely linked to the building and construction industry, which witnessed unprecedented growth in Arab countries. This resulted in higher demand for cement at 10 - 15%, reaching more than 20% in Qatar. 01/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/lafarge_cement_uk_achieves_strong_environmental_performance.aspx In Lafarge Cement UK’s latest annual sustainability report, which includes highlights of the group’s performance in 2008, figures show that the company has made considerable achievements in its quest for improved environmental performance. 01/10/2009 http://www.worldcement.com/sectors/environmental/articles/iea_prepares_for_next_industrial_revolution_this_time_hold_the_carbon.aspx The International Energy Agency has released two new publications that put forward ideas to ‘decarbonise’ the energy sector and other CO₂ intensive industries. 01/10/2009