Europe & CIS

Andrew Minson, The Concrete Centre, reports on the benefits of roller compacted concrete pavements.

AVIC International is reportedly bidding to takeover KHD Humboldt Wedag.

Hanson Cement’s new solar farm at its Ketton plant has been granted approval by the local council and could be completed by the end of the year.

A report from the Imperial College London suggests that global warming could be limited to 2 °C by 2050 if action is taken now.

The Global Water Tool is a free resource, available online to help cement companies manage their water efficiency.

A report from the Environmental Protection Agency in Ireland reveals that 2012 saw a reversal in the downward trend of carbon emissions, with the cement industry a significant contributor.

The World Steel Association has published a report on its environmental, social and economic sustainability.

Hanson UK will challenge the CC’s provisional decision on remedies for alleged competition concerns in the cement market.

The Competition Commission presents provisional remedies for competition concerns within the cement market, while also highlighting issues along the GGBS supply chain.

Kazakhstan’s Steppe Cement saw its revenue rise in 3Q but sales volumes declined by 3% y/y.

Jenny Burridge, Head of Structural Engineering, The Concrete Centre, explains further.

The British Safety Council’s 2014 International Safety Awards will recognise commitment to good health and safety management in the workplace.

Professor Doug King addressed the Lecture on the topic of sustainable building practices, looking at how construction has adapted region-by-region to environmental needs.

Positive news from the Construction Products Association’s State of Trade Survey and the Markit/CIPS UK Construction PMI.

Azerbaijan’s domestic capacity was supplemented by imports from Georgia to the tune of 317 640 t from January – August 2013.