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12.07.2023 13:38Holcim invests in Suffolk Technologies Fund
Holcim announces its investment as a limited partner (LP) in Suffolk Technologies USD 110 million venture capital fund, supporting startups at the forefront of disruptive innovation in the building industry, from sustainability to AI. As part of this fund, Holcim is committed to supporting the most promising startups by giving them access to capital as well as its global technology, expertise and operations to maximize their growth and scale up potential.
Region: USA
12.07.2023 13:14Closing the loop: Heidelberg Materials to produce low-carbon cement from demolished concrete in France
As part of its decarbonisation strategy, Heidelberg Materials pioneers a large-scale closed-loop recycling project called CIRCO₂BETON®. As a first in France, the company will install an industrial scale selective separation platform at its Achères quarry near Paris, where demolished concrete will be crushed using novel processes and separated into its components: sand, aggregates, and recycled concrete paste (RCP).
Region: France
The President of Zimbabwe Emmerson Mnangagwa commissioned a new million dollar plant at Khaya Cement Limited (formerly Lafarge Cement Zimbabwe) amid calls for the company to adopt exports-led growth strategy.
Region: Africa
Asia Cement has won recognition globally with its systematic strategic deployment which actively promotes greenhouse gas reduction and the development of a sustainable green economy. On June 30th, Asia Cement has once again won the “Green Leadership Award” of the 2023 Asia Responsible Enterprise Awards, making them not only the cement company with the most awards but also standing out for the third time in the “Green Leadership” category.
Region: China
06.07.2023 14:59Cement prices in Sri Lanka to be reduced
The maximum retail price of locally-manufactured cement will be reduced from Rs. 2,600 to Rs. 2,300 per 50kg bag with effect from today (July 06).
Cemex has reached a sales milestone for Vertua net zero CO₂ concrete in Colombia, surpassing 100,000 m3 of this product, enough to fill 40 Olympic-sized swimming pools. This achievement showcases progress towards Cemex’s ambitious goal for its Vertua lower-carbon cement and concrete products to reach more than half of all cement and concrete sales by 2025.
05.07.2023 12:57Cement sales in Pakistan decline by 22.8 % in June 2023
Cement despatches in Pakistan faced a significant setback in June 2023, with a decline of 22.8%. This decline has raised concerns about the state of the cement industry and its potential impact on the country’s economy. Data released by the All Pakistan Cement Manufacturers Association (APCMA) revealed that total cement despatches in June 2023 were 4.063 million tonnes, compared to 5.264 million tonnes in the same period the previous year.
Region: Pakistan