Cambodia, Ethiopia, Ghana, Tanzania, and Uganda join global push for blended cement
Government support for blended cement as a key lever to decarbonise the cement and concrete industry is growing across the globe.
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UK-backed AI system strengthens tax compliance across Pakistan's cement sector
The Digital Eye is boosting tax transparency.
Riyadh Cement Co. announces contract sign off with SAMANA Energy
The contract is in line with the objectives of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and its focus on sustainability and clean energy.
New analysis considers climate potential of clay in the cement industry
New analysis based on data from the Leadership Group for Industry Transition (LeadIT) shows that commercial-scale calcined clay kiln projects have been announced across every continent.
WCA President outlines vision for the future of the global cement industry at annual General Assembly
The World Cement Association (WCA) concluded its 9th General Assembly (GA), held virtually on 21 July.
Global Innovation Challenge launches a new search for AI solutions that enable low-carbon cement and concrete
The Innovandi Open Challenge is GCCA’s industry accelerator which partners start-ups with member companies to develop and scale technologies to help the industry reach net zero.
Ciments de Guinée S.A. becomes a corporate member of the World Cement Association
The World Cement Association (WCA) announced that it is welcoming Ciments de Guinée S.A., one of the Republic of Guinea’s leading cement producers, as its newest Corporate Member.
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Cemex announce its results for the fourth quarter and full-year of 2025
With momentum building in the second half of the year, supported by a recovery in Mexico and solid performance in EMEA, fourth quarter net sales and EBITDA increased at a double-digit rate.
SIKA expands its global manufacturing footprint across growth markets with five new plants
Sika has expanded its global manufacturing network with the opening of five new sites located in the US, Argentina, Colombia, Bangladesh, and Tanzania.
Cabo Verde Prime Minister visits CIMPOR’s €6.75 million investment in Santo Antão
The Prime Minister of Cabo Verde, Ulisses Correia e Silva, visited CIMPOR's pozzolanic cement grinding plant in Santo Antão (Cabo Verde) to learn about the €6.75 million investment project.
The agenda for EnviroTech 2026 is now live!
World Cement's flagship decarbonisation-focused conference coming up on 15-18 March. Check out the agenda and register today!
RHI Magnesita strengthens operations in ME, Türkiye, and Africa
RHI Magnesita has strengthened its operations in the Middle East, Türkiye, and Africa (META) region by setting up a new business unit headquartered in Dubai.
Cement industry reports 25% CO2 intensity reduction: calls for urgent government action to accelerate net zero mission
New GCCA report demonstrates decarbonisation action of global cement industry and the required government policies to accelerate net zero progress.
Cementir Group expands D-Carb family in MEA markets
Cementir Group is expanding its D-Carb® low-carbon portfolio with two new white cements produced at Sinai White Cement Company, now launched across the Middle East and Africa.
“Go Pink!” with Martin Engineering for October Breast Cancer Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month around the world, so Martin is replacing its iconic orange paint with pink on selected products.