Heidelberg Materials' CCUS project in France

14 March 2024 in the GOCO2 initiative. AirvaultGOCO2 is part of the wider GOCO2 program launched in July 2023, aiming to capture industrial CO2 emissions for permanent storage. Pending regulatory approvals and public subsidies, the project aims to commence CO2...

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• Category: Environment

CSN Cimentos earns eco-certification for cement production

14 March 2024 from its commitment to optimizing the manufacturing process for CPIII 40 and CPIII 32 cements, focusing on recovering industrial waste and minimizing clinker usage. By doing so, the company achieves significant reductions in CO2 emissions while...

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• Category: Environment

Germany funds Brazilian cement projects

14 March 2024 Climate Initiative (IKI), marks a renewed effort in bilateral cooperation, addressing emissions in Brazil's key industrial sectors. Steel and cement production together contribute 60 percent of CO2 emissions in the sector. Finalists will be chosen...

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• Category: Environment

Solusi Bangun Indonesia reports sales increase in 2023

12 March 2024 Despite global economic uncertainties, Indonesia's projected economic growth of 5 percent in 2024 is expected to boost industrial growth, particularly in the building materials sector. However, SBI emphasizes the importance of government support to...

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• Category: Financial

ABB and Salt X expand collaboration to decarbonize cement

12 March 2024 expertise. The collaboration aims to further develop Salt X's Electric Arc Calcination (EAC) process, revolutionizing industrial calcination by using renewable electricity and capturing carbon emissions during the heating process. The Electric Arc...

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• Category: Environment

Hoffmann Green forges partnership with Groupe Tartarin

12 March 2024 in manufacturing ready-to-use cements tailored to various construction needs, ranging from residential structures to industrial complexes. Operating in the Vienne region, Tartarin plays a crucial role in the local construction sector, emphasizing...

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• Category: Markets & Competition

GRTGaz's CO2 transport network project

12 March 2024 ahead with its pioneering project to establish a CO2 transport network across France. Initiating a call for interest from industrialists in western France involved in CO2 capture, storage, transport, or recovery, GRTGaz is embarking on a two-phase...

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• Category: Environment

WEG's new solution enhances Klabin's paper machine efficiency

12 March 2024 Discover how WEG's solution revolutionizes asset management (CW Group) WEG, a global leader in electrical solutions and industrial automation, has been selected by Klabin, Brazil's leading sustainable paper and packaging manufacturer, to implement an...

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• Category: South America

TITAN champions EU Industrial Deal for sustainable growth

11 March 2024 joins European industry summit (CW Group) TITAN has pledged support for the Antwerp Declaration, advocating for an EU Industrial Deal to complement the EU Green Deal and ensure sustainable growth and competitiveness across Europe, according to TITAN....

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• Category: Environment

Non-Corrosive concrete technology transfer

11 March 2024 challenges. The upgraded TRCPT expands its applications from toilet construction to include facade elements, industrial flooring tiles, street furniture, and more. Utilizing alkali-resistant glass fiber-based technical textile named ‘Build Tech,’ this...

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• Category: Concrete & Brick

Liansheng expands tissue paper production with Valmet collaboration

11 March 2024 tissue paper manufacturing (CW Group) Liansheng Pulp and Paper's collaboration with Valmet marks a significant shift from industrial to tissue paper production, showcasing a dedication to innovation and sustainable development in the pulp and paper...

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• Category: Global

Yangi and GDM forge sustainable packaging alliance

08 March 2024 to Non Wovens Industry, sustainable packaging solutions company Yangi has joined forces with GDM, a global leader in industrial market solutions, to propel the commercialization of its innovative Cellera technology. Yangi's Cellera, a patent-pending...

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• Category: Europe & Central Asia

Boosting Scotland's net zero agenda

07 March 2024 of mitigating unintended consequences associated with devolving the Aggregates Tax, extending funding mechanisms like the Industrial Energy Transformation Fund, ensuring sufficient reserves of aggregates to meet future demands, and strategizing...

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• Category: Aggregates

EGA's resilient performance amid market challenges

07 March 2024 aluminium steadies despite industry headwinds (CW Group) Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), the UAE's premier non-oil industrial giant, showcased robust resilience in its 2023 financial results, navigating a challenging market environment with finesse. In...

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• Category: End-user Markets

Thomaston cement plant to operate as distribution center

07 March 2024 and highlights the economic pragmatism of importing over local production, marking a significant chapter in Thomaston's industrial landscape. Copyright CW Group. All rights reserved. Unauthorized distribution expressly prohibited.

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• Category: Plant Expansions

Kuwait Cement inks 20-year deal for RDF plant

07 March 2024 The venture signifies KCC's commitment to eco-friendly cement production, marking a transformative journey for Kuwait's industrial landscape. KCC's ambitious plan involves the establishment of an RDF plant, converting waste into fuel for cement...

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• Category: Plant Expansions

Vanino Seaport expansion signals port Elga development

06 March 2024 as integral infrastructure for the Vanino seaport. The newly established land parcels will be categorized for various industrial purposes, including energy, transportation, communication, and defense. Furthermore, they will be designated for specialized...

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• Category: Ports & handling

Turkish construction industry landscape in February

06 March 2024 urban transformation projects leading up to local elections. The report also highlights growth in construction material industrial production, showcasing a steady increase quarter by quarter, culminating in a 5.7 percent annual growth. Metal structures...

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• Category: Construction

China's aluminum production and global developments

06 March 2024 economic report emphasizes the cultivation of emerging industries, innovation projects, and the expansion of strategic industrial integration clusters. Amidst fluctuating metal prices and production challenges, the non-ferrous metals market is...

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• Category: Production

Sukhodol port expansion booms

05 March 2024 various cargoes such as grain, LNG, and containers. The expansion includes plans for terminals, a fishing cluster, and industrial zones. By 2024, a third universal berth will specialize in general cargo transshipment, including imported vehicles and...

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• Category: Ports & handling