During 2024, CemNet’s analysis highlights strategic acquisitions, the commissioning of new capacity projects and sustained progress in decarbonization, consolidating another dynamic year for cement producers. In January, Holcim announced its decision to list its North American business in the US, carrying out …
Huaxin Cement Ltd has once again demonstrated China’s influence in Africa’s cement markets by acquiring a majority stake in Lafarge Africa PLC, Nigeria, from Holcim. Lafarge Africa PLC, part of the Holcim group, is valued at $1 billion based on the total value of its shares. Huaxin Cement has submitted an offer to acquire Holcim’s 83.81% stake in this African subsidiary …
Important news update was revealed at the recent COP29 meeting in Baku. After 10 years of negotiation, the agreement on Article 6.2 of the Paris Agreement was signed. This news is very important as it holds the possibility of establishing a global carbon price. The parties agreed on standards for a centralized carbon …
Quikrete Holdings and Summit Materials have signed a definitive agreement to acquire Summit Materials for $52.50 per share in an all-cash transaction valued at more than $11.5 billion. Summit Materials would become part of the Ohio-based group. This acquisition represents an important milestone in Quikrete’s journey to expand …
Reliable maintenance of a rotary kiln requires an understanding of the prerequisites for mechanical stability of the various components. Timely and proper maintenance procedures, consistent with such knowledge, ensure a long service life and trouble-free operation …
As the first week of the United Nations Climate Change Conference COP29 comes to an end, it is important to highlight biodiversity as an important topic and the impact of the cement industry on this sustainability indicator. Last week, CEMBUREAU, the organization that represents the cement sector in Europe …
Titan America has completed the acquisition of D.M. Conner Sand & Gravel Co., an aggregates quarry in Stuarts Draft, Virginia. This acquisition further reinforces the company’s commitment to leadership in providing premium construction materials. Kevin Baird, President of Titan …
When it comes to “emerging” regions in the global cement industry, Africa stands out as one of the leading options. This is not surprising, considering that the African continent is the youngest in the world, with a population that, according to UN forecasts, will reach 2.5 billion …
Rotary kilns are classified in long dry kilns, short dry kilns, coolers, and dryers, and indirectly fired kilns. Wet kilns are those typically fed with materials in suspension. These are typically long, with kiln lengths of 150 meters to 180 meters. The Inlet side is typically fitted with chains that serve as a heat in the off gas for use in preheating the inlet and supporting the drying process …
Adani Cement plans to achieve a cement manufacturing capacity of 140 million tons per year by 2028. This goal has been driven by accelerated capital investment and recent acquisitions, including Orient Cement …
