Cemex to acquire Omega Products International
Strategic acquisition strengthens Cemex’s position in high-growth light construction materials and expands its footprint in the US broader mortars industry.
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Breedon completes acquisition of Booth Precast Products Limited
Breedon Group plc announce that it has completed the acquisition of Booth Precast Products Limited, a leading regional quarrying and concrete business in Co. Laois, following approval being granted by the Competition Authority.
Green Gains With Graphene
Michael Bell, First Graphene, examines how graphene enhanced cement is enabling step-change carbon reductions while improving performance in housing and infrastructure applications.
The Weekly Brief: Insights on Holcim UK, Molins, Shree Cement, Votorantim Cimentos
This week's edition of The Weekly Brief brings you the latest on Holcim UK's Tilbury Cement Works progress, Molins' robust growth in 2025, a conversation with Shree Cement, and Votorantim Cimentos' substantial investment in structural competitiveness.
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LOESCHE and Metso present new dry grinding technology
The partnership combines Loesche's VRM technology with Metso's expertise in sustainable end-to-end solutions for mineral processing and global service capabilities.
Holcim UK’s New Tilbury Cement Works targets spring 2026 for VRM steelwork completion
The VRM is part of a multi-million-pound investment from Holcim UK and will grind a range of raw materials including Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (GBFS) and Recycled Concrete Fines (RCF).
Molins delivers solid and profitable growth in 2025
Molins achieved a net profit of €185 million, up 1% year-on-year, equivalent to earnings per share of €2.80.
Building Strength For A Greener Future
Dr. Wei Cai, Dr. Dmitry Davydov, and James D. Greene, Wacker Chemie AG, explore how silicone-based booster aids for cement grinding can help cement producers enhance cement strength and maintain performance while transitioning to lower-carbon cements.
Sitting Down With Shree Cement
Neeraj Akhoury, Managing Director at Shree Cement, sat down with World Cement to discuss sustainable growth, digital innovation, and the company’s long-term vision.
Votorantim Cimentos moves forward with its R$5 billion investment programme in structural competitiveness
Votorantim Cimentos signed a contract with Auren for the acquisition of wind energy, which will power its sites located in the Brazilian Northeast and Southeast.