Cement News tagged under: Switzerland
Holcim acquires concrete construction systems specialist Tensolite05 April 2024, Published under Cement NewsHolcim has signed an agreement to acquire Tensolite, a leading manufacturer of innovative precast and pre-stressed concrete construction systems with US$22m of net sales in 2023 and a strong presence in fast-growing Latin American markets. With plants and a distribution network across Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay, Tensolite will expand Holcim’s Solutions & Products portfolio and strengthen its geographical footprint. Oliver Osswald, region head Latin America, said: “By acquiring Ten... |
New Holcim Board member proposed04 April 2024, Published under Cement NewsHolcim has proposed Catrin Hinkel, CEO of Microsoft Switzerland, for election to its Board of Directors. She stands for election alongside nominee Michael H McGarry at Holcim’s Annual General Meeting on 8 May 2024. All other members are standing for re-election and Jan Jenisch is proposed for re-election as Chairman of the Board. With the proposed nominations, the Holcim Board will comprise 11 members, 10 of whom are independent according to the Swiss Code of Best Practice for Corporate... |
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 ... |
ABB and Captimise sign MoU for European CCUS projects26 March 2024, Published under Cement NewsABB and Captimise are extending their collaboration to drive the adoption of cost-effective carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS) technologies in the cement industry. Under a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), the two companies will develop screening, feasibility and front-end engineering and design (FEED) studies for European projects. The initiative will support cement producers in identifying suitable and cost-efficient carbon capture technologies covering their full carbon chain... |
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 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... |
ABB and Salt X extend collaboration for electrification of calcination process12 March 2024, Published under Cement NewsABB and Sweden-based green tech company Salt X have signed an agreement to enable further development of electric arc calcination (EAC). Under the new agreement, Salt X will further develop its innovative EAC technology, which makes it possible to reach several thousand degrees Celsius. The electric plasma solution reinvents industrial calcination and replaces fossil fuel-based heating with renewable electricity while capturing the CO₂ emissions released. ABB will contribute with contro... |
CEMEX pioneers micronisation for decarbonised cement01 March 2024, Published under Cement NewsCEMEX is decreasing CO 2 emissions in cement production by reducing the size of clinker particles. This process, called micronisation, when combined with the use of proprietary admixtures, allows cement to significantly reduce its clinker factor per tonne of cement, thereby minimising its carbon footprint. Additionally, clinker micronisation has the added feature of maintaining the specified development strength required by the highest global cement standards. CEMEX's clinker micronisa... |
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... |