Special reports

Latest quarterly figures from CEMBUREAU reveal some economic momentum across Member States.

For decades now, the slogan of “Integrated Engineering” has figured prominently in the construction of plants in the process industry.

A number of independent reports have stated that there are significant benefits to be gained from using concrete gravity bases.

Sand is the product of erosion over thousands of years. It is also the most consumed natural resource after water, a key component of concrete, and is being extracted at a rate far greater than its renewal. How can Holcim help to redress the balance? Grace Goss-Durant reports.

CEMBUREAU discusses the European Commission’s indicative roadmap of its circular economy strategy.

A report from Holcim on the construction of a hydroelectric project in the Swiss Alps.

Katherine Guenioui reviews the 57th IEEE-IAS/PCA Cement Industry Technical Conference, which took place in Toronto on 26 – 30 April.

Seven industry professionals came together at a recent Green Sky Thinking panel debate to discuss the all-important question: “Can construction really be sustainable?”

The Mineral Products Association is partnering with other organisations to highlight the dangers of swimming in open water such as quarry lakes, and raising awareness of Cold Water Shock with its Stay Safe campaign centred on the slogan “Tell a friend. Save a friend.”

CMB International was chosen to carry out the refurbishment of a Cedarapids twin-deck primary rinse screen for Cemex UK’s Northfleet operation.

Pankaj Ghemawat explores the 'Cemex way' in the second part of this two-part article about the success of the Mexican cement company.

Pankaj Ghemawat explains how Cemex is growing to become a dominant global competitor in the cement industry.

The Mineral Products Association explains why road safety is a key priority for the industry and outlines the steps that are being taken to improve road safety standards.

James Jameson, VP Product Strategy at Rivo, explains why it is more important than ever for companies to comply with health and safety regulations.

By modernising its gearless mill drive with the new Sinamics SL150 converter, cement manufacturer Rohrdorfer Group has increased the availability of its plant without the need to interrupt ongoing production.