Cemex announces pricing of Senior Secured Notes
Cemex announced the pricing of its Euro and US Dollar Notes, due 2022 and 2025, respectively.
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PCA's reinforced concrete design publications available free of charge
The Portland Cement Association is giving away two publications for free from its website.
Cemex announces offering of senior secured notes
Cemex announced today its intention to offer senior secured notes in one or more series denominated in Euros, subject to market and other conditions.
Lafarge Presque Isle Quarry celebrates 60th anniversary with charity race
To mark its anniversary, Lafarge North America’s Presque Isle Quarry hosted its first annual Stoneport 5 km Quarry Run/Walk, raising US$35 000 for local cancer centre.
Winners of the 2014 John P. Gleason Jr., Leadership Award announced
Tim Kuebler (Titan America), Jacqueline Clark (Ash Grove Cement) and Corey Zollinger (Cemex USA) have been presented with the 2014 John P. Gleason Jr., Leadership Award by the PCA.
American cement industry recognises industry leaders
The Portland Cement Association has announced the finalists for the 2014 John P. Gleason Jr., Leadership Award.
US construction spending reaches highest level since 2008
According to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America, in July 2014, total construction reached its highest level since December 2008.
Cementos Argos recognised for its social responsibility efforts
Cementos Argos S.A. is the first Colombian company to be awarded the prestigious Latin American Prize for Social Responsibility FIIC.
Cemento Andino’s production output meets 2014 target
José Artigas, Venezuela’s Cemento Andino, has confirmed that the company is operating at 86% of its production capacity, thereby meeting its target for the year.
Cement dispatches in Colombia increased by 8.1% y/y in July 2014
According to figures released by DANE, production of grey cement in Colombia totalled 1.08 million t in July 2014, up 11.4% y/y.
New Product Category Rules to be developed for slag cement
ASTM International has partnered with the Slag Cement Association to develop new Product Category Rules for slag cement.
American Starlinger-Sahm, Inc. holds groundbreaking ceremony for North American headquarters
American Starlinger-Sahm, Inc. is constructing its North American headquarters in South Carolina, with the grand opening planned for spring 2015.
Cement shipments up 7% y/y in the US and Puerto Rico in 1H14
Shipments of Portland and blended cement increased y/y in both June 2014 and 1H14, with clinker production also rising.
Pollution Probe urges extension of Ontario’s Waste Reduction Act, 2013
Though in favour of the Act’s vision, Pollution Probe recommends broadening its scope to allow for energy from waste projects, such as those being trialled at cement plants in the province.
Matthew Offenberg wins ASTM International President’s Leadership Award
Mr Offenberg, southeast regional manager at W.R. Grace & Co., is recognised for his significant advancement of the Society’s mission.