The construction industry in the Philippines is predicted to see strong growth over the next year as new building projects get underway in an attempt to rectify the damage done by Typhoon Yolanda.
Nigeria has overtaken South Africa to become the largest producer of cement in Sub-Saharan Africa.
CIDB Holdings Sdn Bhd and Lafarge Cement Sdn Bhd have signed a Memorandum of Understanding that aims to enhance construction standards and sustainable building practices in Malaysia.
Italcementi’s Indian subsidiary has begun construction of a new cement grinding facility in a bid to meet growing demand in Maharashtra.
India’s Binani Cement Ltd has announced the appointment of Mr Jotirmoy Ghose as its new Managing Director.
Technology giant Gebr. Pfeiffer has won a repeat order for grinding equipment from the Birla Group in India.
Holcim Philippines wins E3 award from the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and is recognised in three categories by the International Association of Business Communicators.
Despite a period of slow growth in Indonesia, domestic cement sales have risen in the past month.
Cement company Lafarge is donating €1 million for Filipinos affected by the devastating typhoon in the Philippines.
China’s biggest industries, such as cement, coal and steel, will face governmental constraints upon their production output.
Indian cement manufacturer Mangalam Cement reported a decline in net profit for 2Q13, ending 30 September.
According to local press, 13 companies have won tenders for state owned cement plants in Myanmar.
India Cements has announced its figures for 2Q13, ending 30 September, with a net loss of Rs22.53 crore.
The profit margins of Pakistani cement companies are predicted to take a hit as the international price of coal is on the rise.
Indonesia’s major cement companies report very different nine-month results for 2013. Holcim announced disappointing results and a drop in profit compared to Semen Indonesia, which reported promising figures and an increase in net income.