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29.08.2022 17:08Mira SA plans to build a cement clinker factory in Cameroon
Cement manufacturer Mira SA will soon launch the construction of an industrial complex in the North region of Cameroon. Reliable sources revealed that the CFA120 billion infrastructure will integrate a clinker production unit with an annual capacity of 700,000 tons.
Region: Africa
26.08.2022 16:58CRH: H1 2022 results
Group sales of $15.0 billion (H1 2021: $13.2 billion) were 14% ahead of the same period last year and 12% ahead on a like-for-like2 basis. EBITDA of $2.2 billion was 21% ahead of 2021 (H1 2021: $1.8 billion) reflecting a strong focus on commercial and operational initiatives which more than offset the impact of cost inflation. On a like-for-like basis EBITDA was 13% ahead and margins were maintained or expanded across all Divisions.
Region: Ireland
22.08.2022 17:33World Cement Association’s CEO-Exclusive Webinar Highlights Opportunity for MENA Cement Industry to Halve Emissions with Zero CAPEX
The World Cement Association (WCA) has held its first CEO-exclusive, pre-conference webinar, in which participants concluded that cement producers in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) can halve carbon emissions with zero or low capital expenditure.
Region: Global
15.08.2022 18:29India Cements Q1 net profit up 103%
The India Cements Limited has posted a net profit of 76 crore for the quarter ended June 30, 2022, an increase of 103% over that of the corresponding quarter last financial year at 37.4 crore. The leading cement manufacturer is likely to effect a revision of cement prices by next week due to rise in the cost of various commodities.
Region: India
11.08.2022 16:49Holcim Philippines:1H 2022 results
Horia Adrian, President and CEO of Holcim Philippines, Inc. said: “We are determined to deliver value to all our stakeholders despite soft market and cost pressures. Our strategy to embed sustainability in our operations is enabling us to manage current challenges and deliver sustainable business performance. We are committed to pursue initiatives to broaden our range of innovative and eco-friendly building solutions, advance operational efficiency through digitalization, and strengthen customer engagement for better business results and more positive impact.”
Region: Philippines
10.08.2022 14:20Cementos Argos reports all time-high quarterly revenues
Argos, the cement company of Grupo Argos, presented its quarterly results, highlighting record revenues and strong demand for cement and ready-mix, mainly in the United States and Colombia, as well as stable operating results in an environment of high-cost inflation thanks to the success of its commercial strategy in all geographies, the flexibility of its fuel matrix and the partial hedging of fuel prices.
Region: USA