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Holcim acquires two COMOSA ready-mix plants

21 March 2024, Published under Cement News

Holcim 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 Group

20 March 2024, Published under Cement News

Holcim 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...

DCMI in talks to acquire CEMEX Holdings Philippines

18 March 2024, Published under Cement News

Philippines-based D M Consunji Inc (DCMI), an engineering-based construction firm, is looking to expand into the cement business with the potential acquisition of CEMEX Holdings Philippines (CHP). According to The Philippine Star, the acquisition is seen as benefitting DCMI as cement is a key input in some of its major businesses. It could also help mange the costs of its property arm.  Although there has been no confirmation of when a deal could be completed, both DCMI and CHP are repo...

Companies circle for InterCement's assets

26 February 2024, Published under Cement News

Companhia Siderúrgica Nacional (CSN) and a consortium led by Votorantim Cimentos , including Polimix and Buzzi, have made binding proposals for the purchase of the assets in Brazil of Loma Negra 's parent company InterCement Participações  (InterCement), according to a local source.  InterCement has commented that it has received a series of inquiries and expressions of interest in its assets during recent months. BTG Pactual Bank is assisting in evaluating strategic alternatives, such...

Qassim Cement Co is to acquire all of Hail Cement Co's shares

20 February 2024, Published under Cement News

Two cement producers in Saudi Arabia are in the amalgamation process and have informed their intention with limited details to the local bourse. According to a notification of both firms at the Saudi Exchange, Qassim Cement Co (QCC) is to acquire all of Hail Cement Co ’s shares. Concerning the announcement made by Hail Cement Co (HCC) on the Saudi Exchange website recently regarding the entry into a binding implementation agreement (the “Implementation Agreement”) with Qassim Cement Co...

Gamma Civic and Cemindo Gemilang acquire Cementis Madagascar

14 February 2024, Published under Cement News

Cementis (Madagascar) SA has been acquired by Mauritius-based Gamma Civic Ltd, in collaboration with its Indonesian strategic partner, Cemindo Gemilang. The new company will be renamed as Alpha Ciment SA and is expected to significantly reduce cement imports. Gamma Civic established itself in Madagascar in 2021 through its subsidiary Kolos Madagascar, marketing the Mafonja brand. Meanwhile, Cemindo Gemilang operates eight cement plants in Indonesia and one in Vietnam, producing 15Mta of ...

TITAN acquires pozzolana quarry

31 January 2024, Published under Cement News

TITAN Cement International (TCI) has acquired concession rights in Vezirhan Pozzolana Quarry, in East Marmara, Turkey. The acquisition will expand the portfolio of low-carbon cementitious products available to its customers.     This reinforces TITAN's 2026 growth strategy, which focusses on doubling the volume of green cements and expediting the market launch of new green products and cementitious solutions. The current acquisition follows the one of a participation in Aegean Pe...

Adani Cement acquires Sanghi Industries in west coast expansion

06 December 2023, Published under Cement News

Adani Cement Ltd has secured a 54.51 per cent stake in Sanghi Industries and will look to harness operational synergies from this acquisition, according to the company. The primary objectives for the acquisition include boosting efficiency, minimising costs, and fostering a sustainable approach to cement production. Sanghi Industries’ expansive Sanghipuram integrated manufacturing plant spans 2700ha, making it India's largest single-location cement and clinker production facility. The...

UltraTech Cement to acquire Kesoram Industries Ltd's demerged cement business

01 December 2023, Published under Cement News

Kesoram Industries Ltd has decided to demerge its cement business and has approached UltraTech Cement Ltd in relation to the same.  The Board of Directors of UltraTech, after considering the recommendation and report of the Audit Committee and the Committee of Independent Directors, at its meeting held on 30 November 2023, considered Kesoram’s proposal and have approved a Composite Scheme of Arrangement to demerge Kesoram's cement business into Ultra Tech Cement. 

Burnpur Cement Ltd acquisition increases UltraTech Cement's capacity

30 November 2023, Published under Cement News

UltraTech Cement has acquired a 0.54Mta cement grinding assets of Burnpur Cement Ltd, located at Patratu in Jharkhand, India, at a consideration of INR169,790m. This investment marks the company’s entry in the state of Jharkhand.   With this acquisition, UltraTech Cement's capacity in India now stands at 133Mta.