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20.07.2023 14:14Vietnam: exports of cement and clinker fall
The Ministry of Construction said that production and consumption of some key construction materials in the first half of the year declined sharply.
Region: Vietnam
17.07.2023 17:54Dangote Cement to Expand Production Capacity with New Plant
Dangote Cement, Africa's leading cement manufacturer, has announced its plans to expand production capacity by constructing a new 6 Mt integrated cement plant in Itori, Ogun State. The Group Managing Director of Dangote Cement, Arvind Pathak, stated that the new plant will strengthen local production of Dangote Cement in Africa.
Region: Africa
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
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
30.06.2023 11:24Vietnamese cement industry suffers financial losses during Q1
Decreased demand and increased costs have put Vietnamese cement makers in a difficult spot financially during the first quarter of 2023, said industry insiders and experts.
Region: Vietnam
27.06.2023 10:00Derba Cement moves to resume ardent plant expansion
Derba Cement embarks on an ambitious plant expansion that will double its daily production to 150,000qtl upon completion. If realised, the company will be the largest cement producer in Ethiopia.
Region: Africa
Bulgaria’s Devnya Cement is on track to become the first cement producer in Eastern Europe with a zero carbon footprint, thanks to an innovative carbon capture and storage project it is about to implement. The project, valued at EUR 750 million, has already received EUR 190 million in financing from the EU Innovation Fund, according to local media.