https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/ en-GB editor@worldcement.com (Editor) webdev@worldcement.com (Web developer) https://d23p67eaj7q4a1.cloudfront.net/media/logo.png https://www.worldcement.com Airnord, the air pollution control company formerly known as FLSmidth Airtech, continues its legacy of proven emissions-control solutions. From ESP retrofits avoiding costly CapEx to desulfurisation systems achieving 97%+ SO2 reduction, Airnord now also supports carbon capture integration, helping cement plants reach today's compliance demands and tomorrow's decarbonisation goals. https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/03092026/airnord-continuing-the-flsmidth-airtech-story-in-emissions-control-with-an-even-sharper-focus-on-the-cement-industry/ https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/03092026/airnord-continuing-the-flsmidth-airtech-story-in-emissions-control-with-an-even-sharper-focus-on-the-cement-industry/ Thu, 03 Sep 2026 10:17:00 GMT Would you like to make your pneumatic conveying system more efficient? You can rely on AERZEN’s high-performance blower and compressor solutions. https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/02092026/with-aerzen-you-can-boost-the-efficiency-of-your-pneumatic-conveying-processes/ https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/02092026/with-aerzen-you-can-boost-the-efficiency-of-your-pneumatic-conveying-processes/ Wed, 02 Sep 2026 15:13:00 GMT Explore how Rexnord™ Planetgear inline gear drives help minimise downtime, simplify maintenance, and lower spare parts inventory through intelligent modular engineering. Featuring real-world insights from an operating cement plant, discover how a strategic approach to gear drive selection supports long-term reliability and reduces total cost of ownership. https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/02092026/how-planetary-gear-drives-help-cement-producers-reduce-operating-costs/ https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/02092026/how-planetary-gear-drives-help-cement-producers-reduce-operating-costs/ Wed, 02 Sep 2026 12:47:00 GMT Danielle Tocco, Fluorsid, explains how model predictive control is helping to reduce raw material use while improving process stability and overall sustainability in fluorine production. https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/06082026/predictive-power-pays/ https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/06082026/predictive-power-pays/ Thu, 06 Aug 2026 08:30:00 GMT Nana Yaw Ayensu, CBI Ghana Ltd., tells the story of how West Africa's most ambitious green cement investment moved from commitment to full-scale production and offers lessons for an entire region. https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/15072026/building-at-scale/ https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/15072026/building-at-scale/ Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:15:00 GMT Gigaton, alcemy, and CemAI – Cement Intelligence, in partnership with World Cement, have released a new white paper titled "From quarry to lorry: how AI is solving cement's biggest production challenges." https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/11062026/gigaton-alcemy-and-cemai-publish-white-paper-on-ais-role-across-the-cement-production-chain/ https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/11062026/gigaton-alcemy-and-cemai-publish-white-paper-on-ais-role-across-the-cement-production-chain/ Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:30:00 GMT World Cement sat down with Martin Casey, Mineral Products Association (MPA), to discuss the challenges facing the UK cement sector and the policies needed to support its future. https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/08062026/uk-cement-the-importance-of-policy/ https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/08062026/uk-cement-the-importance-of-policy/ Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:28:00 GMT This week's edition of The Weekly Brief brings you the opening of Heidelberg Materials' kiln line in France, insights into the US cement industry's economic forecast, CIMPOR's pioneering electric concrete mixer in Portugal, and TITAN Group's acquisition of Keystone Cement. https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/07052026/heidelbergs-new-kiln-line-and-cement-industry-trends/ https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/07052026/heidelbergs-new-kiln-line-and-cement-industry-trends/ Thu, 07 May 2026 10:33:00 GMT Traditional Loss on Ignition testing is vital for cement quality, yet split LOI analysis offers superior process insight. By automating mass loss measurements at specific temperature intervals, modern thermogravimetric systems improve laboratory efficiency, throughput, and data consistency, enabling cement producers to optimize production, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive better decisions. https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/30042026/improving-cement-quality-control-with-automated-split-loss-on-ignition-analysis/ https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/30042026/improving-cement-quality-control-with-automated-split-loss-on-ignition-analysis/ Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:47:00 GMT This week's edition of The Weekly Brief brings you insights into Heidelberg Materials' push for autonomous equipment, Amrize's revenue growth, Cemex's sustainability strides, and ABB's AI collaboration with alcemy. Discover how these developments shape the future of cement. https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/30042026/autonomy-growth-and-sustainability-in-cement/ https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/30042026/autonomy-growth-and-sustainability-in-cement/ Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:10:00 GMT This week's edition of The Weekly Brief brings you the latest from the cement world, including the announcement of 'Concrete in Life 2025/26' winners, Heidelberg Materials' new 'Battery Bill' at Whatley quarry, Amrize shareholders' approvals, and Titan America's DOT accolades. https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/23042026/the-weekly-brief-23-04-2026/ https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/23042026/the-weekly-brief-23-04-2026/ Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:08:00 GMT This week's edition of The Weekly Brief brings you insights into Commissioner Hoekstra's visit to Ecocem's Dunkirk facility, Amrize's expansion of the 'Made in America' label, and Hoffmann Green's new agreement with Groupe Angevin. Discover the potential of recovered fly ash in paving a low-carbon future. https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/16042026/decarbonisation-expansion-and-innovation-in-cement/ https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/16042026/decarbonisation-expansion-and-innovation-in-cement/ Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:18:00 GMT Explore how cement producers can improve energy visibility, reduce operating costs, and support decarbonisation goals with a more connected approach to energy efficiency, in Yokogawa’s new eBook, ‘Beyond Compliance: Lower Operating Costs Through Energy Efficiency’. https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/16042026/why-cement-producers-are-reframing-energy-efficiency-as-an-operational-strategy/ https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/16042026/why-cement-producers-are-reframing-energy-efficiency-as-an-operational-strategy/ Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:30:00 GMT This week's edition of The Weekly Brief brings you pressing updates as Breedon Group urges action for fair competition in UK cement, alongside significant investments in clean manufacturing by Carbon Upcycling and Vateris, plus Heidelberg Materials' newest acquisition in North America. https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/09042026/breedon-group-call-and-key-investment-in-cement/ https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/09042026/breedon-group-call-and-key-investment-in-cement/ Thu, 09 Apr 2026 11:30:00 GMT This week's edition of The Weekly Brief brings you major developments in the cement industry, including Cementos Argos' strategic split, Amrize's sustainability recognition, Holcim's acquisition of Cementos Pacasmayo, and TITAN Group's 2025 Integrated Annual Report. Stay informed with these pivotal updates. https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/02042026/the-weekly-brief-cement-industry-evolutions/ https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/02042026/the-weekly-brief-cement-industry-evolutions/ Thu, 02 Apr 2026 11:30:00 GMT Today’s high-pressure industrial facilities treat operational continuity as a given, not a goal. Cement producers face relentless loads, abrasive conditions, and unforgiving production schedules conditions that expose the weaknesses of any component not built for the job. https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/01042026/transform-your-cement-operation-with-regal-rexnords-complete-power-transmission-solutions/ https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/01042026/transform-your-cement-operation-with-regal-rexnords-complete-power-transmission-solutions/ Wed, 01 Apr 2026 08:45:00 GMT This week's edition of The Weekly Brief brings you Cemex's achievement of the highest MSCI ESG rating, Holcim Mexico's innovative water strategy, TURKCIMENTO's call for EU-aligned MRV data recognition, and TotalEnergies and Holcim's launch of Europe's largest floating solar power plant. https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/26032026/the-weekly-brief-cemex-leads-in-esg-holcims-water-strategy-and-more/ https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/26032026/the-weekly-brief-cemex-leads-in-esg-holcims-water-strategy-and-more/ Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:27:00 GMT This week's edition of The Weekly Brief brings you Amrize's launch of the 'Product of Canada' label for Canadian builders, valuable insights from the island of Ireland, and innovative approaches transforming emissions into solutions within the cement industry. https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/19032026/the-weekly-brief-amrizes-new-label-and-irish-cement-insights/ https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/19032026/the-weekly-brief-amrizes-new-label-and-irish-cement-insights/ Thu, 19 Mar 2026 14:16:00 GMT Argos explains how hydrogen can enhance kiln performance while supporting decarbonisation strategies and competitiveness in cement manufacturing. https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/19032026/the-hydrogen-lever/ https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/19032026/the-hydrogen-lever/ Thu, 19 Mar 2026 08:30:00 GMT Valérie Léveillé, Shell Catalysts & Technologies, and Rebecca Eason, Technip Energies, explain how their alliance leverages proven carbon capture technology and integrated project solutions to enable deep decarbonisation. https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/18032026/from-emissions-to-solutions/ https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/18032026/from-emissions-to-solutions/ Wed, 18 Mar 2026 08:30:00 GMT