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ICR visits Green Cement Factory LLC in Dubai and features the GCC, Libyan and Algerian cement markets. A3 & Co considers decarbonisation in the built environment.
In this issue
Explore the February 2023 issue of International Cement Review, the leading magazine for the global cement industry. Browse cement industry news, expert market analysis, regional reports, plant projects and technical articles covering cement production, equipment, processes and technology.
Latest news and diary dates
The latest cement industry news, corporate developments and diary dates from around the world.
Industry appointments
The latest executive and personnel appointments from across the global cement industry.
Corporate watch
A review of company results, mergers, acquisitions and other corporate developments across the global cement industry.
Financial update
The latest financial results and market updates from leading cement producers and suppliers.
GCC Cement: set for a revival
U Capital Research discusses the pick-up in infrastructure projects and real estate construction in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries.
Libyan Cement Co: a story of war and hope
Libyan Cement Co tells of the dramatic impact war has had on operations and how the rehabilitation of assets is helping to serve thriving demand in eastern Libya.
Saudi sector-changing demand
EFG Hermes suggests strong state spending and construction growth will spearhead cement demand recovery in Saudi Arabia.
Algeria eyes improved exports
Algerian producers are increasingly turning to exports to bolster revenues after a slow recovery in the domestic market.
The road to the green built environment
A 3 &Co looks to integrate the cement industry's decarbonisation roadmap into the concept of the built environment.
Going green in Dubai
ICR visits Green Cement Factory LLC in Dubai Industrial City, UAE, to tour the 1Mta GGBS cement production plant.
Fuelling the changes in Iraq
Najmat Al Samawah calls on the expertise of MultiPower International and Fives Pillard to switch its main fuel burner from oil-fired to gas-fired technology.
Way ahead by blended cements
The GCCA India has released a report highlighting the advantages of different types of blended cement and their role in helping reduce the industry's CO₂ emissions.
Votorantim Cimentos: decarbonising through SCMs
High durability, low-carbon blended cements produced by Votorantim Cimentos' Laranjeiras plant in Brazil are proving favourable for major infrastructure projects.
AfriSam: extending sustainability
AfriSam develops low energy production of cementitious cements with high clinker reactivity.
Reducing CO₂ in US cements
CalPortland Cement explains its transition from ordinary Portland cement (OPC) production to limestone Portland cement (PLC) manufacturing.
The future of slag
OneStone Consulting Ltd analyses the availability of granulated blastfurnace slag (GBS) and ground granulated blastfurnace slag (GGBS) as coal-fired power plants close.
Endotherms and exotherms
Dr Michael Clark discusses cement and brick manufacturing, and the consequences of endothermic and exothermic reactions in the rotary kiln.
Eff ect of SCMs on cement hydration products
Arthur Harrisson considers what effect the addition of supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) have on the hydration of cement.
Cementing the role of AI
Schneider Electric explains the role of AI and machine learning and the need for specific human expertise to integrate the technologies.
AI – driving maintenance teams
Infinite Uptime reviews plant maintenance practices, and the adoption of predictive and prescriptive strategies.
Çimsa's sustainable advances
Çimsa reports on how it is making the future of white cement more sustainable.
Measuring kiln temperatures
Ametek Land explains how its kiln monitoring equipment has been aiding Cementos Pacasmayo (Peru) achieve stable kiln operation for many years.
The eye of the kiln
VisionTIR installs its RKS300 thermography equipment at Votorantim's cement plant in Malaga, Spain.
More accurate flow metering
Leomi Instruments Pty details thermal mass flow meter technology for improved air measurement and gas flow.
Product news
N+P gets the green light for a new Subcoal® plant in France, HAVER Automation renames as QUAT 2 RO and Mondi begins production from its greenfield paper bag factory in Morocco.
New orders
Indonesian producers PT Semen Tonasa and PT Semen Bima, Cockburn Cement (Australia) and CEMEX’s plant in Rüdersdorf, Germany, feature in New orders.