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Challenging times for Iran

The cement industry in Iran is one of the largest in the world, but in recent times has faced challenges due to over...

Cementos Bio Bio reports sees 2Q profit surge

Chile-based Cementos Bio Bio SA (CBB) reported sales of CLP84.283bn (US$92.2m) in the second quarter of 2024, up 2...

State building projects in Ireland must use low-carbon concrete under new rules

Future state-funded building such as roads, schools and hospitals must use low-carbon concrete under new regulation...

CRH completes final phase of European lime divestment

CRH previously announced on 22 November 2023 that it has reached an agreement to divest its lime operations in Eur...

Huaxin Cement posts flat revenues in 2Q24

China-based Huaxin Cement reported flat revenues of CNY9.15bn in the second quarter of 2024. The company’s net inc...

BUA's pricing strategy comes sunder scrutiny amid Nigerian housing deficit

BUA Cement ’s pricing strategy has come under scrutiny as part of the ongoing debate over high cement prices in Nig...

Negotiations for Loma Negra sale continue despite expiration exclusivity

The potential sale of Loma Negra to CSN has entered a new phase after the exclusivity term to negotiate a deal...

Coperion Components for Minerals

Proven wear protection concepts for long service life. Many minerals put a considerable strain on the components i...

ICR September 2024

Ahead of Cemtech Europe, there is optimism for the Polish cement sector. ICR interviews Dr Avi Shultz, US Department...

USA imports back on top

While cement and clinker imports into the USA saw robust growth in 2021-22, last year import growth was largely abs...

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