European cement news

Amrize launched its new EVERtect high-performance concrete range at the CONEXPO-CON/AGG in Las Vegas.

Air Liquide and Holcim reach a new stage in their collaboration with the signing of an agreement to develop a carbon capture solution for Holcim’s near-zero cement plant at Obourg in Belgium.

The partnership will strengthen Sika’s digital offering across the concrete value chain and enable concrete producers worldwide to access AI-driven data tools that enhance quality, lower costs, and improve sustainability.

Argos announce that Fitch Ratings have upgraded its long-term national ratings of its ordinary bond and commercial paper issuance programmes for up to 3 trillion pesos and 2 trillion pesos, respectively, to AAA(col).

Breedon Group plc announce that it has completed the acquisition of Booth Precast Products Limited, a leading regional quarrying and concrete business in Co. Laois, following approval being granted by the Competition Authority.

Michael Bell, First Graphene, examines how graphene enhanced cement is enabling step-change carbon reductions while improving performance in housing and infrastructure applications.

Neeraj Akhoury, Managing Director at Shree Cement, sat down with World Cement to discuss sustainable growth, digital innovation, and the company’s long-term vision.

Votorantim Cimentos signed a contract with Auren for the acquisition of wind energy, which will power its sites located in the Brazilian Northeast and Southeast.

This week's edition of The Weekly Brief brings you insights on Cement Europe's support for investment security, ACA's leadership transition, and financial results from Amrize and CRH for 2025.

Full year 2025 total revenues of US$37.4 billion were 5% ahead of the prior year driven by favourable end-market demand, disciplined commercial execution and contributions from acquisitions.