European cement news
Vicat holds Climate Strategy meeting
The company recently held an information meeting, or Capital Markets Day, at its headquarters in L'Isle d'Abeau, France, dedicated to its Climate Strategy, followed by a visit to the Montalieu cement plant.
Holcim supports first exhibition on history of concrete in Switzerland
The company is supporting Beton, the first Swiss exhibition dedicated to the history of concrete, which has recently opened at the S AM Swiss Architecture Museum in Basel and is on display until 24 April 2022.
Fluke Process Instruments releases CS400 Kiln Shell Imaging System
The system is a fully integrated solution that continuously monitors rotary kilns for hot spots and can picture every brick in real-time to detect wear and tear, prevent costly damages and unscheduled downtime.
ECOncrete study finds greater ecological value for ecological concrete mattresses in comparison to standard designs
The study has important implications for promoting a more sustainable and adaptive approach to coastal and marine development in an era of climate resilience building.
Genvia signs pilot project agreements supporting the decarbonisation of the cement industry
Schlumberger New Energy, the CEA and partners have announced the signature of pilot project agreements between Genvia and critical-industry leaders on the pathway to net zero in the cement and steel industries.
Holcim announces ‘Strategy 2025 – Accelerating Green Growth’
With ‘Accelerating Green Growth,’ Holcim hopes to achieve profitable growth across all its businesses, fuelled by sustainability and innovation.
Twelve technologies identified to help global cities reduce their carbon footprint
Economist Impact has published a new report – 'Sustainable disruption: 12 decarbonising technologies for cities' – in which low carbon concrete and cement play a large role decarbonise the buildings and construction sector.
Carbon8 Systems appoints David Clemmitt as Chief Engineer
David will be responsible for leading the engineering direction and execution of Carbon8 Systems’ Advanced Carbonation Technology (ACT) across global markets.
WCA welcomes government commitments to low carbon cement and concrete
The World Cement Association has welcomed commitments from the UK, India, Germany, Canada and UAE to support new markets for low-carbon cement and concrete, at COP26.
Argos has been recognised by the Dow Jones Global Index as a world leader in sustainability
The company has been recognised, for the ninth consecutive year, as a global benchmark in sustainability in the construction materials sector, according to the Dow Jones Global Index (DJSI).