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On June 25, a video conference meeting chaired by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev was held, dedicated to the development of the building materials industry and priority tasks for the future.

The Ebonyi State Government has commenced the implementation of plans to establish a new cement factory in Nkalagu (Nigeria) as part of its strategy for industrialisation, job creation, and economic development.

On June 22, 2026, CRH announced that it had signed an agreement to acquire 100 % of Arcosa, Inc. in an all-cash transaction for USD 150 per share. The transaction, unanimously approved by the Boards of Directors of both companies, is subject to Arcosa stockholders’ and regulatory approvals.

Holcim has completed the acquisition of Xella, the German leader in the walling market with projected 2026 net sales of EUR 1 billion. The transaction process began in October 2025. 

Amrize will hold an official ceremony to mark the start of modernization work at its cement plant in Saint-Constant, Quebec.

The Government of Afghanistan and the investors of the Aybak Cement Project have signed a Mining Lease Agreement for mineral deposits in Samangan Province, Northern Afghanistan.

Holcim UK has commenced import and distribution of cement at its flagship Tilbury Cement Works at the Port of Tilbury. The first deep-sea vessel has already discharged material into the site, marking the facility’s transition from construction through to active operations.