European cement news

A new fully electric torque motor extends Hägglunds direct drive technology into higher-speed, high-efficiency applications.

Holcim has signed a binding agreement to acquire Xella, a European leader in sustainable and innovative walling systems with projected 2025 net sales of around €1 billion.

At EnviroTech 2025 in Athens, FLSmidth Cement, the event’s Headline Sponsor, delivered a compelling presentation on the role of digitalisation in achieving meaningful decarbonisation across the cement sector.

This month marks the 50th year since ABB’s Low Voltage Variable Speed Drive (VSD) was first brought to market.

Hoffmann Green Cement Technologies announce the signing of a strategic partnership with CNR Construction, a major independent construction company in western France.

ATS Walter USA will supply Capitol Aggregates Inc. with a solid alternative fuels metering and conveying system, providing advanced technology to improve fuel handling and efficiency for the San Antonio-based cement producer.

Daniela Ludwig, Parliamentary State Secretary at the Federal Ministry of the Interior, cut the symbolic ribbon together with Rohrdorfer Managing Director Mike Edelmann, thereby inaugurating the plant.

Molins and TITAN have successfully completed the joint acquisition of 80% of Baupartner, a leading provider of precast concrete solutions in Southeastern Europe.

The Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA) has launched a new initiative and category of membership – Net Zero Value Chain Partners (NZVCP) – to support and help deliver the industry’s net zero mission.

The centre represents a significant investment in innovation and will play a key role in Ecocem’s strategy to deliver decarbonisation solutions to the cement and concrete industries.