Cement News tagged under: Holcim
Holcim forms network partnership with Ellen MacArthur Foundation01 April 2024, Published under Cement NewsHolcim has entered a network partnership with the Ellen MacArthur Foundation to accelerate circularity in the built environment. With this partnership, Holcim aims to support businesses, cities and public authorities in creating a circular economy for the built environment with toolkits, science-based research, advocacy and coalition-building. Together, Holcim and the Ellen MacArthur Foundation aim to accelerate the transition to a circular built environment, which includes refurbishing ... |
Holcim acquires two COMOSA ready-mix plants21 March 2024, Published under Cement NewsHolcim has acquired two ready-mix concrete plants of COMOSA in Querétaro, central Mexico. The acquisition is expected to strengthen Holcim’s presence in the local market, which has 70 ready-mix plants. With a total capacity of 120m 3 /h, Holcim will double its current capacity to 36,000m 3 of concrete per month. "This expansion not only strengthens our production network, but also underscores our continued commitment to sustainable construction and innovation," said Manuel Sirtori, di... |
Holcim Switzerland acquires Cand-Landi Group20 March 2024, Published under Cement NewsHolcim Switzerland has acquired the Cand-Landi Group. This transaction is the result of a successful partnership that the two companies have maintained for many years to better meet the needs of the French-speaking Swiss market. By combining their know-how, Holcim and Cand-Landi offer a comprehensive range of solutions in the areas of sustainable building, logistics and teh circular economy. With now more than 600 employees at around 30 production sites in French-speaking Switzerland, H... |
Holcim Philippines and Megawide renew supply contract19 March 2024, Published under Cement NewsHolcim Philippines has renewed its supply agreement with infrastructure conglomerate Megawide Construction Corp. Under the terms of the agreement, Holcim will supply the cement requirements of Megawide’s Precast and Construction Solutions (PCS) projects across the island of Luzon in 2024. This partnership is a continuation of a collaboration between Holcim and Megawide that began in 2016. “With our renewed supply agreement with Holcim Philippines Inc, Megawide has reinforced its linkag... |
Holcim delivers electric block train vehicles to logistic partners18 March 2024, Published under Cement NewsEarly March saw the ceremonial handover of the first all-electric block train in the fresh Holcim branding to the producer’s logistics partner Bernhard Gehle Baustoffe GmbH. Because Gehle has concluded a corresponding electricity contract, the vehicle is mainly charged with green electricity. In addition to a lively exchange between the dispatcher, drivers and suppliers, the focus was on the driving experience with the new e-truck. And everyone agreed: this is what the sustainable fu... |
Holcim Mexico appoints Jorge Gonzalez as CFO15 March 2024, Published under Cement NewsJorge Gonzalez has been named as the new CFO of Holcim Mexico , the Mexican division of one of the largest global producers of building materials. This move, by the company, is reportedly aimed at strengthening their position as an industry leader in sustainable construction materials. The new CFO says, “I am excited to take on this new challenge at a key moment for Holcim Mexico, in which we are accelerating our growth in the country significantly.” This appointment comes after the exe... |
Holcim North America introduces ECOAsh beneficiated ash13 March 2024, Published under Cement NewsHolcim North America has announced the introduction of ECOAsh beneficiated ash within its Lafarge Western Canada operations. According to Holcim, with plans for future expansion into the US, this strategic move not only demonstrates Holcim North America's dedication to sustainability but also positions the company as an early adopter of innovative technology aimed at decarbonising the construction industry ECOAsh embodies a circular and innovative solution, representing a significant l... |
Fives collaborates with Holcim for hydrogen decarbonisation order07 March 2024, Published under Cement NewsWith more than 50 years of leadership in hydrogen, Fives is supporting Holcim in its energy transition and the decarbonisation of its production processes. Fives has carried out hydrogen tests with Holcim at the La Malle site in France, which have made it possible to achieve a hydrogen substitution rate of more than 50 per cent, a result unprecedented in the cement industry, claims Fives. In addition, the project has significantly increased the rate of use of alternative fuels while m... |
Mexico’s green wave05 March 2024, Published under Cement NewsThe decarbonisation message has resonated in Mexico where the cement industry has grasped the opportunity to become a leader in sustainable cement production. Infrastructure is benefitting from low-carbon cement solutions while cement companies invest in making their operations more sustainable. By ICR Research, UK. Mexico’s cement industry is tapping into the decarbonisation drive of the global cement industry, looking to reduce its carbon footprint (Pictured: Cementos Moctezuma’s... |
Holcim proposes Michael H McGarry as independent Board of Directors member01 March 2024, Published under Cement NewsHolcim proposes Michael H McGarry, formerly chairman and CEO of PPG Industries, a leading global specialty coatings company, for election to its Board of Directors. The election will take place at Holcim’s Annual General Meeting on 8 May 2024. All other members are standing for re-election. Jan Jenisch is proposed for re-election as chairman of the Board. With the proposed nomination, the Holcim Board will comprise 10 members, nine of whom are independent according to the Swiss Code of... |