Dominik von Achten, Chairman of the Managing Board of Heidelberg Materials, appointed new President of GCCA
Dr von Achten was officially confirmed as President at the GCCA Global CEO Gathering and Leaders Conference in Mexico City in June 2025.
David Bizley
Senior Editor
David joined Palladian Publications in early 2012 and is now the Senior Editor of World Cement. As well as the day-to-day editing of content and working with article authors and advertisers, he is actively involved in the commissioning of material for both the magazine and its expanding online presence.
Prior to joining the company, David spent four years at Aberystwyth University where he gained an undergraduate degree in International Politics and a Master’s in Intelligence & Strategic Studies.
David currently lives in Woking, enjoys cycling, rugby and Asian food.
Contact details
- 01252 718999
- david.bizley@worldcement.com
Latest articles by David
Local environment and community engagement top agenda for new Site Manager at Cauldon cement plant
The newly instated Plant Manager at Holcim UK’s cement plant in Cauldon, Staffordshire, UK, has put protecting the local environment and boosting community engagement at the top of his agenda for the role.
Cemex launches new BNG Service to support developers
Cemex UK is launching its Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) offering to the industry, to help support organisations achieve their own Biodiversity Net Gain requirements following the changes to UK legislation.
Adani Cement strengthens world’s highest railway arch bridge
Adani Cement was the lead cement supplier in the project with ~65 000 t — making it a key contributor to the structural backbone of the bridge.
Holcim plans Amrize spin-off for June 23
Holcim has received key approvals to complete the 100% spin-off of its North American business to be named Amrize, with trading expected to commence on June 23, 2025.