The World Cement Association (WCA) has welcomed the Colombian cement company Ultracem as a Corporate Member. The Association now has a membership made up of 69 members and representatives that cover 38 countries.

"We are excited to welcome Ultracem to our membership, and particularly value their record of launching new environmental initiatives in the Colombian cement sector," said Norman Greig, WCA Secretary General.

Founded in 2011, Ultracem has a cement capacity of 1.2Mta and its cement plant is located on the northern coast of the country. It also serves the Colombian construction market with concrete.