
News from Cemex in the US and Panama
Cemex has reached an agreement to sell seven aggregates quarries in Kentucky, and will supply cement for a hydroelectric plant in Panama.
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Cemex has reached an agreement to sell seven aggregates quarries in Kentucky, and will supply cement for a hydroelectric plant in Panama.

Phoenix Cement, Arizona, USA, has won support from the Clarkdale Town Council for a proposed solar field project at the Clarkdale plant.

TXI, formerly known as Texas Industries, is to permanently close four of its wet process kilns in Midlothian, Texas, USA.

According to reports, Cementos Argos SA has signed a contract to supply US$65 million in cement and other supplies to the Panama Canal expansion project.

IHS Global Insight has analysed the construction and manufacturing sectors in the US with a relatively positive outlook for the future

These figures from the USGS show a general decrease in production and consumption of crushed stone, sand and gravel.

The Latin American Center for Social Responsibility (known by its Spanish acronym CLARES) recently honored Cemex with their award in the private sector category for its work in advancing the most important social causes in Mexico.

Due to an increase in operation costs over recent months, Carribean Cement Company has announced a 3.2% increase in prices.

Three Cemex plants in the US have been awarded the 2010 ENERGY STAR® for their superior energy performance and the group has been awarded the Big Tick for responsible business practice.

Holcim (US) hosted the inaugural celebration of its newest plant in Ste Genevieve County, Missouri on 4 June.

Summit Materials has announced a majority investment in Continental Cement Company in Missouri, USA.

On 5 June, Essroc’s Martinsburg will be holding an open house following the dedication of its new US$ 500 million plant upgrade.