Cement News tagged under: PCA
The PCA discusses the US market and the forthcoming IEEE-IAS/PCA 2014 conference06 March 2014, Published under Cement NewsAhead of the 2014 IEEE-IAS/PCA Cement Industry Technical Conference, ICR speaks with the PCA's Gregory M Scott, president and CEO; Rick Bohan, director of Manufacturing Technology and Ed Sullivan, group vice president and chief economist, to learn more about the outlook for North American cement markets, as well features to look forward to at next month's meeting in Washington, DC. ICR: Do you see a steady recovery for the US cement industry in 2014? PCA: The contin... |
PCA names Anderson VP of public affairs, USA12 February 2014, Published under Cement NewsThe PCA has named Mark J Anderson group vice president of public affairs, effective 17 February 2014. He will be the key PCA government affairs representative, responsible for the overall direction and execution of legislative and regulatory initiatives in support of the association’s advocacy and promotion. “Mark will take the lead in shepherding the association’s legislative and regulatory efforts and in developing key policies and strategies,” Gregory M Scott, PCA president and CEO sai... |
US cement consumption expected to climb 8% in 201422 November 2013, Published under Cement NewsAnxious US consumers are likely to be waiting on Congress to decide how much more debt the country can take on before the recovery can really take shape and push construction forward. The Portland Cement Association (PCA) has likened the debt ceiling talks, which resume early next year, to a critical moment of confidence for US citizens. "American consumers love drama. Moreover, Congress knows how to create it, with more on the way when the debt ceiling talks resume in early in 2014," said... |
PCA sees higher demand growth from 201413 September 2013, Published under Cement NewsWhile an unusually wet spring and early summer impacted cement consumption in the first quarter of 2013, it has not put a dampener on the opportunity for strong growth in the construction sector in 2014 and beyond, the Portland Cement Association (PCA) writes in its latest forecast. The industry association sees cement consumption increasing by a modest four per cent in 2013, but will approach double-digit growth in 2014 and 2015, with 9.7 per cent consumption increases in both years. "... |
PCA expects accelerated second-half demand to spur US market recovery04 June 2013, Published under Cement NewsUS cement consumption growth will continue through 2013 and increase by 6.2 per cent YoY, according to the latest forecasts from the Portland Cement Association (PCA), with the majority of market recovery expected to occur in the second half of the year. "Recessions correct imbalances generated during boom periods," Ed Sullivan, PCA chief economist said. "Few economists doubt the generation of a large pent-up demand during the past several years. The question is, when the economy will unlea... |
PCA optimistic on North American outlook16 April 2013, Published under Cement NewsWelcoming over 750 delegates to the 2013 IEEE/PCA 55 th Cement Industry Technical Conference at the Walt Disney World Dolphin Resort in Orlando, Florida, USA, event chairman Ted Richardson gave an overview of this year’s conference offerings: some 45 presentations highlighting the latest technology advances, including the MIT’s Concrete Sustainability Research, as well as opportunities to network and a 165-stand exhibition. Over 750 delegates attended the 2013 IEEE/PCA 55th Cement In... |
PCA: change and renewal15 April 2013, Published under Cement NewsThe US Portland Cement Association (PCA) has seen many changes, no more so than in recent years. The move of its leadership to Washington DC signalled a profound shift in the way its works and prepares for the US cement industry’s future. ICR spoke to its newly-elected chairman, Cary Cohrs, about the road ahead. Cary Cohrs, newly-elected PCA chairman, maps out the PCA’s objectives for the future ICR: Congratulations on your election as chairman of the Portland Cement Associ... |
55th IEEE-IAS/PCA conference20 March 2013, Published under Cement NewsAs chairman of the IEEE-IAS Cement Industry Committee, and along with Mark Mueller, chairman of the Orlando Conference Committee, we are looking forward to meeting all who plan to join us in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, for the 55th Annual IEEE-IAS/PCA Cement Industry Technical Conference. This event is co-sponsored by the Portland Cement Association’s (PCA) Education Foundation and cement producer member companies that comprise the PCA. This year's meeting is being held at the Walt Disney Wor... |
PCA revises 2013 consumption outlook upwards18 January 2013, Published under Cement NewsAccording to the latest forecast from the Portland Cement Association (PCA), there will be an 8.1 per cent growth in cement consumption in 2013, significantly higher than the tepid growth projected in its fall 2012 report. The upward revisions reflect adjustments made in light of the recent fiscal cliff accord, recognition of stronger economic momentum, and markedly more optimistic assessments regarding residential construction activity. The January report marked 2012 consumption at 78... |
PCA appoints Ed Sullivan as Vice President, USA14 January 2013, Published under Cement NewsThe Portland Cement Association (PCA) has appointed Edward Sullivan as group vice president in addition to his role as chief economist. Sullivan will oversee the activities of the Association's communications, research and technical services, and market development divisions, as well as his current role as the head of market intelligence. Since joining the PCA in 2002, Sullivan has been lauded numerous times by the Chicago Federal Reserve for his forecast accuracy. In 2007 Concrete Co... |