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Cemex Columbia sets water management standards for cement production

27 August 2024, Published under Cement News

Cemex Columbia has announced that 90 per cent of the water that is required for cement production at its Santa Rosa plant is drawn from non-fresh water sources, setting a benchmark for water management in the country. The plant is able to sustain its manufacturing process using water sources, including rainwater, recycling systems and zero water discharges. The protocol for verifying water management at the plant was developed in collaboration with Environmental Resources Management (...

Cemex US in JV with Couch Aggregates and Premier Holdings

17 July 2024, Published under Cement News

Cemex has announced a joint venture agreement with sand and gravel supplier Couch Aggregates and marine bulk product distributor Premier Holdings. This agreement forms part of Cemex's ongoing strategy to accelerate growth in the US and expand its aggregates business.  According to Cemex, the joint venture will strengthen its aggregate reserves with the production, distribution and sale of sand, gravel and limestone in the Mid-South, increasing its presence and providing better and fast...

Cemex supplies NASA bridge project

16 July 2024, Published under Cement News

Cemex is supplying concrete for the rebuilding of the NASA Causeway Bridge, which will enhance accessibility along this corridor for transporting rockets to the Kennedy Space Center. The NASA Causeway, originally consisting of twin bascule bridges built in 1964, is being replaced with new twin high-level bridges that will facilitate improved movement for oversized vehicles to launch sites. Cemex is providing over 60,000 cubic yards of high-strength concrete for this project.  “We are p...

Mondi and Cemex launch SolmixMix bag in Spain

27 June 2024, Published under Cement News

Mondi, a global leader in sustainable packaging and paper, has announced the Spanish launch of its ground-breaking SolmixBag in collaboration with Cemex , by bringing it to the building industry on the Balearic Islands of Ibiza, Mallorca and Menorca. Cemex and Mondi began working together on SolmixBag in 2021 when Cemex was looking for a sustainable cement bag to meet legal requirements on the Spanish islands regarding landfilling and incineration of waste, as well as drive its own sust...

Cemex supplies Paris Olympics

26 June 2024, Published under Cement News

Cemex has supplied architectural and Vertua lower-carbon concretes for the construction or renovation of multiple venues in Paris that will host sports competitions this summer. The projects that Cemex participated in include the Olympic Aquatic Centre, the Grand Palais and the Athlete’s Village.  “These projects exemplify Cemex’s versatility, delivering tailor-made solutions that best suit our specific customers’ needs,” said Fernando A González, CEO of Cemex. “We’re proud to provide ...

Cemex launches Vertua in Florida

25 June 2024, Published under Cement News

Cemex has announced that Vertua ® , its portfolio of sustainable products, is now available in Florida. Establishing the foundation for thousands of new homes in Sarasota County, Florida, this residential project showcases Cemex's commitment to environmental responsibility and advancing the construction industry toward a more resilient future, according to the company. Cemex was recruited by Rockwell Building Systems to fortify the homes with its Vertua lower-carbon concrete in Brightmo...

CEMEX projects recognised by Wildlife Habitat Council

12 June 2024, Published under Cement News

The Wildlife Habitat Council (WHC) has awarded four CEMEX projects across the US and Mexico for excellence in corporate conservation in the categories of Awareness and Community Engagement, Desert, Formal Learning and Training. The recognitions were unveiled during the WHC Conservation Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana. The projects recognised at the awards were: Student environmental education at the “Caliza y Arcilla” site in Tamuín, Mexico. Desert habitat restoration at Cerr...

CEMEX launches new Vertua low-carbon product

28 May 2024, Published under Cement News

CEMEX Colombia has introduced a new Vertua lower-carbon mortar with a reduced carbon footprint of up to 40 per cent. This was achieved using more sustainable raw materials, better cementitious materials and a more efficient production process.  CEMEX offers a wide range of mortars in its markets worldwide as part of its Urbanisation Solutions business. This latest mortar is part of the Vertua family of high-quality construction products, designed to have a positive impact on the planet...

Cementos Argos achieves ‘outstanding’ FTSE4Good recognition

02 August 2021, Published under Cement News

Argos, (Grupo Argos) is the only Colombian company on the FTSE4Good Sustainability Index to achieve an outstanding listing in its category for its environmental, social, governance (ESG) practices among North American, European and Asian organisations.  The companies are evaluated on more than 150 indicators that cover topics such as efficient use of water, climate change, biodiversity, health and safety, labour standards, human rights and communities, fiscal transparency, corporate gover...

Two new orders for KHD

27 June 2016, Published under Cement News

KHD has been awarded a contract by Cementos Argos for a works in Colombia. Cementos Argos ordered three Pyrojet Burners for coal and gas firing, to be installed at its plant in Yumbo, Cali. The burner’s will be tailored to Argos’ wet kilns. Manufacturing and assembly of the burners will take place in Germany and the USA. KHD also received an order from Shree Cement, India, following a contract with the company in December 2015 for the commissioning of a pyroprocessing line at Raipur. A se...