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 While advancing its global operations, TCC deepens its carbon reduction. https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/04092026/tcc-group-holdings-global-net-carbon-emissions-intensity-falls-to-608-kg-per-tonne/ https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/04092026/tcc-group-holdings-global-net-carbon-emissions-intensity-falls-to-608-kg-per-tonne/ Fri, 04 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT New analysis based on data from the Leadership Group for Industry Transition (LeadIT) shows that commercial-scale calcined clay kiln projects have been announced across every continent. https://www.worldcement.com/africa-middle-east/03092026/new-analysis-considers-climate-potential-of-clay-in-the-cement-industry/ https://www.worldcement.com/africa-middle-east/03092026/new-analysis-considers-climate-potential-of-clay-in-the-cement-industry/ Thu, 03 Sep 2026 08:57:00 GMT ABB Ability™ Expert Optimizer has enabled the control, stabilisation and optimisation of processes, including an automatic operation rate exceeding 90% in finish mills. https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/02092026/japanese-cement-company-tokuyama-reports-productivity-and-efficiency-gains-on-multiple-mills/ https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/02092026/japanese-cement-company-tokuyama-reports-productivity-and-efficiency-gains-on-multiple-mills/ Wed, 02 Sep 2026 11:14:00 GMT Saudi Arabia’s Qassim Cement Company has signed a SAR 400 million (US$107 million) financing agreement with the Saudi Industrial Development Fund (SIDF) to support the construction of a new production line at its cement plant. https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/17082026/qassim-cement-secures-us107-million-for-new-production-line/ https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/17082026/qassim-cement-secures-us107-million-for-new-production-line/ Mon, 17 Aug 2026 08:49:00 GMT EMSTEEL supplied UAE-made rebar and more than 80 000 t of cement for several stations, reinforcing reliance on national industries in strategic projects https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/12082026/emsteel-supplies-more-than-80-000-t-of-cement-for-etihad-rail-project/ https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/12082026/emsteel-supplies-more-than-80-000-t-of-cement-for-etihad-rail-project/ Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:45:00 GMT The World Cement Association (WCA) announce that PT Solusi Bangun Indonesia Tbk has joined the Association as a Corporate Member. https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/04082026/pt-solusi-bangun-indonesia-tbk-joins-the-world-cement-association/ https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/04082026/pt-solusi-bangun-indonesia-tbk-joins-the-world-cement-association/ Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:36:00 GMT Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) is advancing Thailand–Canada collaboration by piloting carbon capture technology in the Thai cement industry. https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/04082026/thailandcanada-collaboration-pilots-carbon-capture-in-cement-sector/ https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/04082026/thailandcanada-collaboration-pilots-carbon-capture-in-cement-sector/ Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:30:00 GMT Holcim has signed an agreement with Huaxin Building Materials for the divestment of its business in the Philippines. https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/03082026/holcim-signs-agreement-to-divest-its-business-in-the-philippines/ https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/03082026/holcim-signs-agreement-to-divest-its-business-in-the-philippines/ Mon, 03 Aug 2026 08:55:00 GMT Following the capacity expansion completed in 2024, Çimsa has commissioned its new CAC investment in Mersin. With this new investment of US$31.8 million, Çimsa’s CAC production capacity has tripled compared to its pre-2024 level. https://www.worldcement.com/europe-cis/29072026/imsa-triples-cac-capacity-in-turkey/ https://www.worldcement.com/europe-cis/29072026/imsa-triples-cac-capacity-in-turkey/ Wed, 29 Jul 2026 08:39:00 GMT The World Cement Association (WCA) concluded its 9th General Assembly (GA), held virtually on 21 July. https://www.worldcement.com/africa-middle-east/23072026/wca-president-outlines-vision-for-the-future-of-the-global-cement-industry-at-annual-general-assembly/ https://www.worldcement.com/africa-middle-east/23072026/wca-president-outlines-vision-for-the-future-of-the-global-cement-industry-at-annual-general-assembly/ Thu, 23 Jul 2026 08:45:00 GMT Asia Cement Corporation (ACC) has been honoured with the 2026 Asia Responsible Enterprise Awards (AREA) in the Social Empowerment category for its long-term commitment to fostering resilient communities through collaborative engagement with Indigenous tribes and residents in its operating regions. https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/03072026/asia-cement-wins-2026-area-social-empowerment-award-and-silver-emblem-of-sustainability/ https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/03072026/asia-cement-wins-2026-area-social-empowerment-award-and-silver-emblem-of-sustainability/ Fri, 03 Jul 2026 09:12:00 GMT The Innovandi Open Challenge is GCCA’s industry accelerator which partners start-ups with member companies to develop and scale technologies to help the industry reach net zero. https://www.worldcement.com/africa-middle-east/23062026/global-innovation-challenge-launches-a-new-search-for-ai-solutions-that-enable-low-carbon-cement-and-concrete/ https://www.worldcement.com/africa-middle-east/23062026/global-innovation-challenge-launches-a-new-search-for-ai-solutions-that-enable-low-carbon-cement-and-concrete/ Tue, 23 Jun 2026 08:39:00 GMT The Mongolian Cement Association organised the Cement Expo event for the second time brought together 400+ participants from construction sector. https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/19052026/mongolian-cement-association-hosts-2nd-cement-expo/ https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/19052026/mongolian-cement-association-hosts-2nd-cement-expo/ Tue, 19 May 2026 08:08:00 GMT 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