European cement news
Airnord: continuing the FLSmidth Airtech story in emissions control – with an even sharper focus on the cement industry
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.
With AERZEN, you can boost the efficiency of your pneumatic conveying processes
Would you like to make your pneumatic conveying system more efficient? You can rely on AERZEN’s high-performance blower and compressor solutions.
How planetary gear drives help cement producers reduce operating costs
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.
How cement producers are turning carbon pressure into commercial opportunity
Sylvera's analysis of 3000+ cement facilities reveals a fortyfold spread in carbon intensity (0.03 – 1.24 tCO2e/t). As EU free allowances phase out, CBAM ramps up, and EAC demand grows, lower-carbon producers stand to gain, but only with credible, facility-level data to prove their performance and capture value.
First hydrogen combustion test completed at Austrian cement plant
The Rohrdorfer Net Zero Emission team has conducted a large scale hydrogen combustion test on the cement clinker kiln at the Gmunden site in Austria.
Limak Cement opens its Low Carbon Cement Mediterranean Terminal
Limak Cement has opened its Low Carbon Cement Mediterranean Terminal in Iskenderun, Türkiye.
State Secretary Zehetner visits Alpacem in Klagenfurt
Focus on high energy prices, security of supply for green electricity, expansion of grid infrastructure, and reliable framework conditions for new technologies.
Carbon capture volume at Rohrdorfer pilot plant doubled
Rohrdorfer has increased the capacity of the pilot carbon capture plant at the Rohrdorf cement plant to up to 99%.
Holcim Mexico invests nearly 200 million pesos to accelerate the circular economy
As part of its commitment to accelerating the transition to low-carbon construction, Holcim Mexico has announced an investment of nearly 200 million pesos to implement innovative infrastructure in Tecomán, Colima.
Molins deliver second quarter 2026 financial results
Molins delivered solid results, supported by price discipline, operational efficiency initiatives, and the contribution from acquisitions, including Secil from the second quarter onwards.