Africa & The Middle East

A new report provides a comprehensive review of the Saudi cement market, which, despite excess capacity, still remains one of the strongest globally.

In Mozambique, Matola Cement is set to double production, while in Nigeria the Bua Group will expand the Sokoto Cement plant.

In Benin, ongoing power shortages have brought 75% of cement plants in the country to a standstill, according to reports.

The new JV Emirates Cement plant has been officially opened in Fujairah, UAE.

The East African Community (EAC) cement market looks set for increased capacities by leading suppliers, which could lead to a fierce price war.

On 17 March, South Africa and the European Investment Bank (EIB) reaffirmed their mutual commitment to a continued close partnership and cooperation.

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.

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.

Sephaku Cement is in advanced negotiations for funding new cement projects.

Uganda’s largest cement manufacturer will increase cement grinding, storage and packing facilities.

Suez Cement plans to relocate two cement plants and will take steps to boost its total capacity.

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.

Eithiopia’s Habesha Cement has received five tenders for the construction of its newest plant.

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.

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.