European cement news
Saipem and Capsol partner on industrial-scale carbon capture solutions
The agreement focuses on the joint development of projects of mutual interest in the hot potassium carbonate (HPC) segment, with the aim of capturing the opportunities offered by a growing market.
Holcim recognised as Global Top Employer for 2026
Holcim has been named a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute for a second consecutive year, one of only 17 companies worldwide to receive the certification.
Amrize launches EVERtect high-performance concrete range
Amrize launched its new EVERtect high-performance concrete range at the CONEXPO-CON/AGG in Las Vegas.
Air Liquide and Holcim sign agreement for carbon capture project in Belgium
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.
Sika sign commercial partnership with Giatec Scientific
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.
Fitch Ratings upgrades Cementos Argos’ national rating to AAA(col)
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 completes acquisition of Booth Precast Products Limited
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.
Green Gains With Graphene
Michael Bell, First Graphene, examines how graphene enhanced cement is enabling step-change carbon reductions while improving performance in housing and infrastructure applications.
Sitting Down With Shree Cement
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 moves forward with its R$5 billion investment programme in structural competitiveness
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.