Features Arab-International Cement Conference attracts strong global involvement 14 December, 2020 SHARE THIS ARTICLE Share Tweet Post Email LATEST Financial CRH registers strong 1Q24 performance CRH thrives despite seasonal trends May 13, 2024 Plant Expansions JSW Cement launches production unit in Rajasthan Expansion into North India marks strategic growth May 13, 2024 MOST READ Environment Prometheus Materials produces cement with algae Startup innovates zero-carbon May 06, 2024 Markets & Competition Botswana to ban cement imports Government implements cement import ban to reduce import May 07, 2024 Arab-International Cement Conference attracts strong global involvement Article Index Arab-International Cement Conference attracts strong global involvement Page 2 All Pages Page 2 of 2 Three topics of particular interest to AUCBM Conference participants and presenters included approaches to mitigate high-energy usage, issues related to environmental concerns and the use of alternative materials in cement production.┬á Environmental issues continue high on the Arab cement industry's agenda with a dedicated conference on the topic planned for 2011 in Jordan. Anthony Fitzgerald, who attended the AUCBM Conference and Exhibition on behalf of Cemweek, felt that the standard of speakers and exhibitors was outstanding and compared favourably with any other show of its kind. He noted that, ÔÇ£What was particularly exciting was that, in a time of financial belt-tightening in many other areas of the world, the cement industry in the Arab World shows healthy growth and resilience.ÔÇØ According to the Emirates News Agency, the Conference was also praised by Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, as the meeting adjourned; hailing ÔÇ£the membership expansion to include all parts of the construction industryÔÇØ and commending ÔÇ£trends in researching further specialized studies that support Arab economic integration.ÔÇØ Prev Sign in Don't have any account? Create one SHOW Forgot your username/ password? Log in Terms Of Service Privacy Policy This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and Terms of Service apply Sign in as: User Registration * Required field Sign In Information Personal Information Agree Yes No Terms of Service:You consent that we will collect the information you have provided us herein as well as subsequent use of our platform to render and personalize our services, send you newsletters and occasionally provide you with other information. * Fields marked with an asterisk (*) are required. Register SaveCookies user preferencesWe use cookies to ensure you to get the best experience on our website. If you decline the use of cookies, this website may not function as expected.Accept allDecline allCW GroupNewsAcceptDecline