Cement News tagged under: western Europe
Oficemen elects Alan Svaiter as new president14 September 2023, Published under Cement NewsAlan Svaiter, CEO of Votorantim Cimentos Spain, has been unanimously elected as president of Oficemen. He will lead the proposals and initiatives of the Spanish cement industry to support its recovery and its climate neutrality objectives. "I assume with enthusiasm and great responsibility the presidency of Oficemen at such a crucial and transformative moment for the cement industry," said Mr Svaiter in his first statements following his appointment. Mr Svaiter succeeds José Manuel Casca... |
CEMEX receives first Putzmeister iONTRON ready-mix trucks13 September 2023, Published under Cement NewsCEMEX will start delivering ready-mixed concrete to German construction sites with zero exhaust emissions during the start of September 2023. CEMEX has received two all-electric iONTRON mixer trucks at the site of construction equipment manufacturer Putzmeister in Wandlitz, Brandenburg, in Germany. The two vehicles are the first from the manufacturer Putzmeister to be delivered to CEMEXglobally. They will be used in the ready-mix concrete plants in Spandau and Hohenschönhausen. "We a... |
Flender opens new facility in Sydney, Australia12 September 2023, Published under Cement NewsGerman drive specialist Flender has expanded its operations with a new facility in Sydney, Australia. The move is designed to tap into Australia’s role in the global ramp-up of renewable energies, according to the company. With its Winergy brand for wind turbine drives, and industrial drive portfolio serving the mining and cement industries, Flender aims to scale up its presence in the country, putting it closer to its customer base. “For both our wind and industrial business we see enor... |
C-Capture visited by UK Shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer12 September 2023, Published under Cement NewsC-Capture, UK developers of innovative, next generation carbon capture technology, welcomed a visit from the Shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer to their headquarters in Leeds on 8 September. Rachel Reeves MP visited the cleantech company to explore the pivotal role C-Capture’s solvent-based technology can play in mitigating climate change. C-Capture’s proprietary solvent-based technology captures carbon dioxide from emissions. Based on fundamentally different chemistry to other currentl... |
Suez Cement rebrands as Heidelberg Materials11 September 2023, Published under Cement NewsSuez Cement Group of Companies (SCGC) has rebranded as Heidelberg Materials, reaffirming its vision to continue to lead the change in the sector towards sustainability and digitalisation, reports Mist News. “Today we merge the legacy of two iconic companies, with almost 100 years of local experience and 150 years of global experience from Heidelberg Materials, to lead the field in driving down carbon emissions, pioneering a circular economy in construction, unlocking new customer bene... |
Rhône Ciments appoints new director11 September 2023, Published under Cement NewsGuillaume Montclair joined Cem‘In’ EU ’s Rhône Ciments plant on 6 September, as director of the Rhône Ciments plant. Mr Montclair has a long and recognised experience in plant management in various industrial sectors (building materials such as glass and plaster, plastics and composite materials, etc) and in particular in contexts of support for continuous improvement and performance development strategies. |
MPA welcomes Lex Russell as new chair07 September 2023, Published under Cement NewsThe Mineral Products Association (MPA) has appointed Lex Russell, managing director of CEMEX UK Materials, as its new chair for the next two years. Mr Russell takes over from Simon Willis, CEO of Hanson UK, who held the role for an extended three-year period, ensuring continuity during the period of leadership change with the appointment of Jon Prichard as MPA CEO. According to the association, the role of MPA chair is a non-executive position responsible to the MPA Board, whilst also l... |
CTP to supply WHR to Cimpor plants06 September 2023, Published under Cement NewsOyak group is investing in technology to mitigate the carbon footprint of its cement plants through its Cimpor subsidiary, which is equipping Souselas and Alhandra in Portugal with new waste heat recovery systems (WHRS). Cimpor has set the goal of reducing direct CO 2 emissions by 37 per cent by 2030. The measure, which is part of the Oyak and its controlled long-term environmental strategy, is part of the energy transition plan to a carbon neutral economy, which is expected to take... |
Holcim opens its Innovation Hub06 September 2023, Published under Cement NewsHolcim has announced the opening of its Innovation Hub to showcase its sustainable building solutions and serve as a co-creation lab to accelerate low-carbon, circular and energy-efficient building worldwide. Spread across three floors, the Hub offers working spaces to host start-ups and think tanks to accelerate innovation. It will also serve as an urban dialogue platform to explore the future of sustainable cities and their construction via interactive exhibits and events. Nollaig Forre... |
Italy’s cement exports see 28% rise in May05 September 2023, Published under Cement NewsCement production in Italy increased by four per cent YoY in June 2023, according to the national construction chamber, Federbeton. When compared with the 2015 base index, the output value advanced from 93 in May to 98 in June. However, in the first six months of the year output was down five per cent when compared with the 6M22. However, cement prices increased 11 per cent YoY in June 2023, following a 13 per cent YoY rise in May 2023. Compared with the 2015 base index, prices slipped from... |