https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/ en-GB editor@worldcement.com (Editor) webdev@worldcement.com (Web developer) https://d23p67eaj7q4a1.cloudfront.net/media/logo.png https://www.worldcement.com Mongolia’s cement and construction sectors are entering a pivotal moment as industry leaders prepare to gather for Cement Expo 2026 on May 8, 2026 https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/24042026/cement-expo-2026-unlocking-sustainable-growth-through-logistics-transformation/ https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/24042026/cement-expo-2026-unlocking-sustainable-growth-through-logistics-transformation/ Fri, 24 Apr 2026 12:11:00 GMT French cement company Lafarge has been found guilty by a Paris court of paying millions in protection money to jihadist groups to keep its Syrian factory running during the country's civil war. https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/14042026/lafarge-convicted-of-financing-militant-groups-in-syria/ https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/14042026/lafarge-convicted-of-financing-militant-groups-in-syria/ Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:55:00 GMT Titan SA announce that, following all customary approvals, it has completed the acquisition of 100% of Traçim Çimento, located in the greater Istanbul market, following the agreement announced on 11 December 2025. https://www.worldcement.com/europe-cis/06032026/titan-group-completes-the-acquisition-of-traim-cement-in-the-greater-istanbul-market/ https://www.worldcement.com/europe-cis/06032026/titan-group-completes-the-acquisition-of-traim-cement-in-the-greater-istanbul-market/ Fri, 06 Mar 2026 08:30:00 GMT With momentum building in the second half of the year, supported by a recovery in Mexico and solid performance in EMEA, fourth quarter net sales and EBITDA increased at a double-digit rate. https://www.worldcement.com/africa-middle-east/06022026/cemex-announce-its-results-for-the-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-of-2025/ https://www.worldcement.com/africa-middle-east/06022026/cemex-announce-its-results-for-the-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-of-2025/ Fri, 06 Feb 2026 08:33:00 GMT Heidelberg Materials Australia has agreed to acquire the construction materials business of Maas Group Holdings in Eastern Australia. https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/05022026/heidelberg-materials-acquire-maas-groups-construction-materials-business/ https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/05022026/heidelberg-materials-acquire-maas-groups-construction-materials-business/ Thu, 05 Feb 2026 08:39:00 GMT Sika has expanded its global manufacturing network with the opening of five new sites located in the US, Argentina, Colombia, Bangladesh, and Tanzania. https://www.worldcement.com/the-americas/03022026/sika-expands-its-global-manufacturing-footprint-across-growth-markets-with-five-new-plants/ https://www.worldcement.com/the-americas/03022026/sika-expands-its-global-manufacturing-footprint-across-growth-markets-with-five-new-plants/ Tue, 03 Feb 2026 09:31:00 GMT World Cement's flagship decarbonisation-focused conference coming up on 15-18 March. Check out the agenda and register today! https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/28012026/the-agenda-for-envirotech-2026-is-now-live/ https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/28012026/the-agenda-for-envirotech-2026-is-now-live/ Wed, 28 Jan 2026 09:46:00 GMT RHI Magnesita has strengthened its operations in the Middle East, Türkiye, and Africa (META) region by setting up a new business unit headquartered in Dubai. https://www.worldcement.com/africa-middle-east/22122025/rhi-magnesita-strengthens-operations-in-me-trkiye-and-africa/ https://www.worldcement.com/africa-middle-east/22122025/rhi-magnesita-strengthens-operations-in-me-trkiye-and-africa/ Mon, 22 Dec 2025 09:31:00 GMT Titan SA announce that it has entered into a share purchase agreement, subject to conditions precedent, to acquire 100% of Traçim Çimento Sanayi ve Ticaret Anonim Sirketi. https://www.worldcement.com/europe-cis/12122025/titan-group-sign-agreement-to-acquire-traim-cement/ https://www.worldcement.com/europe-cis/12122025/titan-group-sign-agreement-to-acquire-traim-cement/ Fri, 12 Dec 2025 08:35:00 GMT Saman Cement has once again placed its trust in the grinding technology of Gebr. Pfeiffer and awarded the company another contract. https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/09122025/gebr-pfeiffer-awarded-contract-by-saman-cement/ https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/09122025/gebr-pfeiffer-awarded-contract-by-saman-cement/ Tue, 09 Dec 2025 08:37:00 GMT Moncement aims to set new industrial standards through innovation, local empowerment, and green technology. https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/02122025/building-mongolias-future-with-strength-and-sustainability/ https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/02122025/building-mongolias-future-with-strength-and-sustainability/ Tue, 02 Dec 2025 11:03:00 GMT This achievement reinforces the Group’s commitment to delivering sustainable, high-performance building solutions and advancing the nation’s transition towards low-carbon construction.  https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/21112025/ytl-cement-group-adopts-epds-across-product-portfolio/ https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/21112025/ytl-cement-group-adopts-epds-across-product-portfolio/ Fri, 21 Nov 2025 09:59:00 GMT New GCCA report demonstrates decarbonisation action of global cement industry and the required government policies to accelerate net zero progress. https://www.worldcement.com/africa-middle-east/19112025/cement-industry-reports-25-co2-intensity-reduction-calls-for-urgent-government-action-to-accelerate-net-zero-mission/ https://www.worldcement.com/africa-middle-east/19112025/cement-industry-reports-25-co2-intensity-reduction-calls-for-urgent-government-action-to-accelerate-net-zero-mission/ Wed, 19 Nov 2025 10:43:00 GMT The Cement Industry Federation (CIF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Denise Spinks as Chief Executive Officer, effective 17 November 2025. https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/10112025/cement-industry-federation-appoint-new-ceo/ https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/10112025/cement-industry-federation-appoint-new-ceo/ Mon, 10 Nov 2025 08:37:00 GMT Molins has reached a net profit of €141 million, equivalent to earnings per share of €2.13, 8% lower than the same period of the previous year. https://www.worldcement.com/the-americas/31102025/molins-deliver-third-quarter-2025-financial-results/ https://www.worldcement.com/the-americas/31102025/molins-deliver-third-quarter-2025-financial-results/ Fri, 31 Oct 2025 08:30:00 GMT Amrize delivers strong third quarter revenue growth and free cash flow generation. https://www.worldcement.com/europe-cis/30102025/amrize-deliver-third-quarter-2025-financial-results/ https://www.worldcement.com/europe-cis/30102025/amrize-deliver-third-quarter-2025-financial-results/ Thu, 30 Oct 2025 08:30:00 GMT Cemex delivers double-digit EBITDA growth and margin expansion across all regions. https://www.worldcement.com/the-americas/29102025/cemex-delivers-double-digit-ebitda-growth-and-margin-expansion-across-all-regions/ https://www.worldcement.com/the-americas/29102025/cemex-delivers-double-digit-ebitda-growth-and-margin-expansion-across-all-regions/ Wed, 29 Oct 2025 08:36:00 GMT The MOU establishes the framework to collaborate and advance high-reactivity metakaolin manufacturing and use. https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/14102025/zeotech-executes-mou-with-cement-australia/ https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/14102025/zeotech-executes-mou-with-cement-australia/ Tue, 14 Oct 2025 09:31:00 GMT October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month around the world, so Martin is replacing its iconic orange paint with pink on selected products. https://www.worldcement.com/africa-middle-east/13102025/go-pink-with-martin-engineering-for-october-breast-cancer-month/ https://www.worldcement.com/africa-middle-east/13102025/go-pink-with-martin-engineering-for-october-breast-cancer-month/ Mon, 13 Oct 2025 09:29:00 GMT The Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA) has launched a new initiative and category of membership – Net Zero Value Chain Partners (NZVCP) – to support and help deliver the industry’s net zero mission. https://www.worldcement.com/europe-cis/03102025/gcca-launch-global-initiative-to-drive-decarbonisation/ https://www.worldcement.com/europe-cis/03102025/gcca-launch-global-initiative-to-drive-decarbonisation/ Fri, 03 Oct 2025 08:30:00 GMT