Europe & CIS - 10 February 2017

Growth in Central and Eastern Europe helped to offset continued weakness in Russia and Italy, as well as moderated growth in the US, keeping Buzzi’s performance steady in 2016.

LafargeHolcim’s Carboneras cement plant contributed €13.5 million to the local economy in 2016 and continued to invest in environmental upgrades.

LafargeHolcim has launched a plan to collaborate with start-ups.

Cemex has reported an increase in net income.

At the start of the year the LEAA certified pewag as a full member.

Ireland-based cement producer, Quinn Cement, has opened a new export hub at Warrenpoint Harbour.