Train loadout completed in Ouagadougou
Intercem has completed a new train unloading station at Ouagadougou for Cimfaso, part of Cim Metal Group, in connection with a new cement grinding plant.
Africa & The Middle East
Dangote emerges as bidder for PPC
Dangote Cement has launched a rival takeover offer for South African cement maker, PPC, opening up a potential bidding war with Afrisam.
PPC cuts CAPEX forecast
PPC cuts capital expenditure for 2018 – 2020, shoring up its liquidity position, as shareholders consider merger proposal from Afrisam.
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Cemex celebrates 25 years of its globalisation strategy
Cemex is celebrating 25 years since it first implemented its international diversification strategy.
PPC-Afrisam merger revived as other bidders circle
PPC has received a proposal from Canadian investment company, Fairfax Africa Investments, that would include its merger Afrisam, as well as two rival bids from unnamed African cement makers.
Afrisam promises third bid for PPC
Afrisam has called off negotiations with PPC on a potential merger, but has promised to return with a better offer.
New Concrete Mix Design Manual launched for Nigeria
Lafarge Africa has partnered with COHEN to produce a concrete Mix Design Manual for Nigeria.
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Oman Cement continues upgrade work
Oman Cement has continued to upgrade its cement production facilities as its fights against rising input costs.
The Rulmeca Group expands in South Africa
The Rulmeca Group’s subsidiary, Melco, has acquired CPM.
Dangote Cement announces unaudited results
Dangote Cement has announced increased sales volumes across Africa.
SAMSON to supply four Eco Hoppers
SAMSON Materials Handling Ltd has received an order for four Eco Hoppers.
AMCON takes over of Gateway Portland Cement
The Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria has taken possession of Gateway Portland Cement over NGN3 billion debt.
Humboldt Wedag to supply Sub-Saharan cement plant
Humboldt Wedag has signed contracts with a cement plant in the western Sub-Sahara region.