Special reports

The value of all UK construction contract awards in November 2019 was £5.4 billion – an average increase of 9.1% on October.

The company have announced the release of ‘Nature’s Solutions to Climate Change,’ the 27th edition of CEMEX’s nature and conservation book series.

Advisory, research and business intelligence boutique, CW Group, will host another edition of cement industry event, CW Summit Americas.

RIBA are encouraging architects to sign up for their 2030 Climate Challenge, which sets targets for net-zero buildings by 2030.

Four European cement producers have founded the joint research corporation, CI4C.

The firm has halved plant wear costs and boosted its manufacturing capacity with an investment in its sixth UNTHA shredder.

The company celebrated International Volunteering Day by setting targets for its volunteering commitments for 2020.

World Cement spoke to Stefan Rathausky, Head of the Cement & Lime Global Business Unit, RHI Magnesita, about sustainability, R&D, and the state of the refractory sector.

We recently at down with Ian Riley, CEO of World Cement Association (WCA), to discuss climate change, the Paris Climate Accords, and the impact of the cement industry on the environment.

A report from Global Data suggests that Peru’s construction outlook remains robust, with the help of increased private investments in infrastructure and mining.

The organisation has received an award for its positive contribution to environmental protection and sustainability.

Dubai is at the top of the list of ‘Construction Mega Cities’, with total project values amounting to US$611.2 billion, ahead of London in second place (US$342.9 billion) and New York in third (US$285.2 billion.)

The purpose of the visit was for students to learn about the process of cement manufacturing and emission control.

Lars Vestergaard is to step down from his position as Group Chief Financial Officer.

The company plans to optimise its portfolio and improve cash generation.