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Holcim

02 March 2012, Published under Cement News

Holcim's 2011 turnover eased by 4.2% to CHF20,744m, but in euro terms there was a 7% increase to €16,790m and in US$ terms there was an 11.9% advance. The operating EBITDA declined by 12.3% to CHF3958m, but measured in euros the reduction was just 2% to €3230m and in US dollars there was a 2.5% increase. The trading profit fell by 26.2% to CHF1933m (€1565m), while the net attributable profit dropped by 76.7% to CHF275m (€222m). The proceeds from the sale of emission rights fell to CHF63m, co...

Catskill plant closure to be made permanent, USA

24 February 2012, Published under Cement News

Holcim is reportedly permanently closing its Catskill plant in the state of New York, USA, according to a local news report which cites notice given to the Department of Environmental Conservation which seeks permission for Holcim to dispose of cement production waste remaining at the plant. Last June, Holcim mothballed the plant citing poor economic conditions but left open the possibility that one day the plant could reopen. At the time, the company said it would maintain permits...