Algeria-based Spa Biskria Ciment has become the latest cement producer to sign up as a corporate member of the World Cement Association (WCA).

Spa Biskria Ciment operates a 5Mta integrated cement plant, located 18km northeast of the capital of the Biskra Wilaya. At the beginning of 2023, Spa Biskria Ciment launched the production of white cement through the conversion of its first grey line to white, giving a capacity of 750,000tpa of white cement.

“Spa Biskria Ciment’s membership in WCA underlines its commitment to industry excellence and sustainable development. As a member, Spa Biskria Ciment will benefit from WCA’s resources, including access to industry information, networking opportunities and a platform to influence global standards in cement production,” says Mohammed Laid Hoggui, CEO of Spa Biskria Ciment.

“We are delighted to welcome Spa Biskria Ciment to our global network. Their commitment to quality and sustainability aligns with our mission to promote best practices within the cement industry. We look forward to their active participation in our committees, member forums and our various other personalised member offerings,” says Ian Riley, CEO of WCA.