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China’s cement industry targets low emissions. ICR reviews new plant projects, including BUA Cement’s Sokoto Line 5. Meanwhile, FIDEtechnology introduces new grinding technology.
In this issue
Explore the July 2024 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.
A tough time for China
The Chinese Cement Association reports on the fall in cement demand in the world's largest cement producing nation, which is targeting ultra low emissions by 2050.
Searching for opportunities
Peter Bell provides a review of the new plant activity over the last year and details where new entrants have entered cement markets.
Brazil's better tomorrow
SNIC looks at the growth in private investment in the housing sector that is expected to trigger an increase in Brazil's cement consumption.
Sintek's sustainability and innovation synergy
Sintek Group Founder Partner, Onur Atakay, talks to ICR about the group's expansion in North America and its commitment to develop low-carbon solutions.
Fit for a low-carbon future
Gezhouba Cement Co Ltd modernises production at its subsidiary to meet decarbonisation targets.
Liangtian lights up
TCDRI adds a new production line to China Resources' Liangtian plant in Chenzhou City, China.
China leads cement revolution in Africa
Tony Hadley African Advisory Ltd looks at Chinese cement companies expansion into Africa.
BUA Cement commissions Sokoto Line 5
BUA Cement outlines the main features of its new kiln Line No 5 in Nigeria.
Mechano-chemical activation
Dr Michael Clark discusses Schwenk Zement and thyssenkrupp Polysius' project to produce activated clay without calcination at the Allmendigen cement plant.
Increasing the LSF
Arthur Harrisson highlights some of the effects of the lime saturation factor of clinker increasing, including higher amounts of alite.
Disruptive grinding engineering: a new CO₂ reduction
strategy? FIDEtechnology releases the new LC Mill for ultra-fine grinding to enable greater clinker reduction potential with supplementary cementitious materials.
Separators for improved grinding performance
Intercem Engineering reports on how its high-efficiency separators are optimising grinding and upgrading existing milling systems.
Cemtech Asia 2024
CemtechAsia 2024, held in Jakarta, Indonesia, saw the launch of the country's Net Zero Emissions (NZE) roadmap, forums on decarbonisation and a 53-stand exhibition.
Improving a plant's operational cost structure
Holtec Consulting analyses the options available for cement producers to minimise costs and maximise plant efficiencies.
Cutting-edge concrete
AfriSam details its work in providing the concrete mix for the new DHL Express Service Centre in South Africa.
Reshaping society
Cemex reports on its sustainability initiatives which include the development of Vertua®, a low-carbon concrete.
Whole-life carbon: a holistic approach to decarbonisation
Pan-United sets whole-life carbon goals when creating its concrete products for Singapore.
Printing the future
Limak Cement develops a new product for 3D printing to support a new era of sustainable building construction.
Moving beyond automation
FLSmidth demonstrates why Laboratory Information Management Systems will be key to cement plants achieving their Industry 4.0 ambitions.
Laboratory advances
ICR reports on laboratory equipment from Spectro Analytical Instruments, thyssenkrupp Polysius and XRF Scientific.
Votorantim Cimentos' solid and sustainable growth
Votorantim's CEO, Osvaldo Ayres, outlines the company's strategy and achievements in creating sustainable growth.
Product news
A new fine shredder series, a brick checker and a new packaging line feature in Product news.
New orders
Andijan Cement, Tanbu Cement, Amreyah Cement, Titan Cement, Cemex and Abayak Cement feature in New orders.