Asia & Pacific Rim - 23 July 2014

Bangladesh’s only fully integrated cement producer has reportedly signed a supply deal with Metrocem Cement.

Despite a slower second quarter, Thailand’s second largest cement company saw a 10% increase in sales in the first half leading to net profit of THB3.38 billion.

The demand outlook for FY15 appears more favourable in India, while Pakistani exports to Afghanistan fell by around 9% in July – December of FY14.

The Australian cement company has bought the Penrice limestone quarry located near to its Angaston plant.