Bhilai Steel Plant boosts Indian railways with specialized HT rails

12 June 2024 SAIL's Bhilai Plant elevates rail infrastructure with high-performance rails (CW Group) In a significant development reported by Construction World, the Bhilai Steel Plant (BSP) has contributed to Indian Railways' modernization initiative by...

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Revolutionary eco-concrete breakthrough at Kidston Project

12 June 2024 innovative approach, spearheaded by Holcim Australia in collaboration with McConnell Dowell and John Holland JV, marks a significant milestone in sustainable infrastructure. Scheduled to be operational in 2025, Kidston is not only set to bolster...

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Demeter's investment fuels green steel revolution

12 June 2024 to paid subscribers.","link":"1"}]In a strategic move towards sustainable steel production, Demeter has announced a significant investment in H2 Green Steel's revolutionary hydrogen-powered plant in Sweden, according to Innovation Newsnetwork. This...

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Revolutionary tech transforms plastic waste into eco-friendly concrete additive

12 June 2024 this innovative process not only mitigates plastic pollution but also strengthens construction materials, marking a significant step towards a greener future. CRDC Global's RESIN8 technology ingeniously converts various types of plastic waste, including...

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Revolutionary electric tissue machine unveiled

12 June 2024 emissions. The flexibility to switch between grid power and renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind, ensures significant environmental benefits. The transition to renewable energy can potentially lead to net zero greenhouse gas emissions,...

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• Category: Europe & Central Asia

LNG vessels exceed expectations

12 June 2024 optimize fuel consumption and emission monitoring, enhancing operational efficiency. The vessels have also demonstrated a significant reduction in nitrogen oxide, sulfur dioxide, and particulate emissions, improving air quality in harbor areas. The...

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Kemira enhances 2024 Outlook

12 June 2024 updates are based on anticipated growth in the pulp and paper and water treatment markets, stable input costs, and no significant disruptions to manufacturing operations or the supply chain. The company's revised outlook underscores its confidence in...

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Walki expands sustainable production

12 June 2024 New Steinfurt line boosts eco-friendly packaging (CW Group) Walki Group has announced a significant investment in a new state-of-the-art production line at its Steinfurt plant in Germany, aiming to support the transition to sustainable and circular...

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Exclusive deal boosts pulp market

12 June 2024 and expressed excitement about entering the Brazilian market through this partnership. This collaboration represents a significant step in advancing pulp production technology and sustainability in Brazil, aligning with both companies' goals of...

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BPCL expanding operations: New refinery signals growth in petcoke industry

12 June 2024 emphasis on securing long-term crude oil deals. Notably, India has strengthened its ties with Russia, emerging as a significant importer of Russian sea-borne oil. Puri expressed confidence in the potential for both private and public sector entities to...

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Low-carbon explosives innovation

12 June 2024 Technical Ammonium Nitrate (TAN) at the Canteras de Santullán quarry, according to Australian Manufacturing. In a significant milestone announced in September 2023, Orica and Fertiberia partnered to supply low-carbon TAN for sustainable blasting...

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• Category: Exploration & Production

Fives FCB to supply clay calcination unit for Rohrdorf plant

11 June 2024 2038. By reducing clinker in cement, particularly through fired clay, CO2 emissions can be cut by 40 percent, offering a significant opportunity for decarbonizing cement production. Dr. Helmut Leibinger of Net Zero Emission Labs GmbH expressed...

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• Category: Equipment

Calix and Heidelberg Materials sign JV for low emissions cement plant

11 June 2024 Leilac technology, potentially capturing between 0.5 to 1 million tons of CO2 emissions annually. This initiative marks a significant step towards decarbonizing cement production and achieving environmental sustainability goals. Copyright CW Group. All...

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thyssenkrupp Polysius receives limestone crushing plant order

11 June 2024 plant boasts a capacity of 2000 t/h and includes a pan conveyor, a roller screen, and a PB220/300CR impact crusher. This significant order highlights the customer's continued reliance on thyssenkrupp Polysius for their facility in Saudi Arabia. This...

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• Category: Markets & Competition

Brazil: cement sales in May affected by flooding in the South

11 June 2024 tried to access is only available to paid subscribers.","link":"1"}]The cement industry in southern Brazil experienced a significant decline in sales in May due to severe flooding in Rio Grande do Sul, according to data released by the national...

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• Category: Volume & Pricing

Indonesia’s top cement suppliers revealed

11 June 2024 Singapore 225 thousand tons. The report underscores the dynamic changes in Indonesia’s cement import market, highlighting significant growth and shifts among the top suppliers.[/PAID] Copyright CW Group. All rights reserved. Unauthorized distribution...

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Yasa Shipping's surprise sale

11 June 2024 Jiangmen Nanyang and delivered to Turkey’s Yasa Shipping in January, was sold for a remarkable USD 34 million, marking a significant milestone in the handysize sector. The buyer of this five-month-old vessel has been identified as TMC Shipping from the...

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Bulkers over tankers: Greek shipping's strategic move

11 June 2024 Insight into Greek shipowners' dynamic market shift (CW Group) Hellenic Shipping News reveals a significant trend in the maritime industry, highlighting Greek shipowners' increasing preference for second-hand bulkers over tankers in 2024. According to...

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TKV boosts coal supply for power generation

11 June 2024 Significant increase in coal consumption fuels energy sector (CW Group) Viet Nam News reports a notable surge in coal supply for power generation by TKV in the first five months of 2024, reflecting a 15 percent year-on-year increase. During this...

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Riga port sees surge in iron and steel transshipment

11 June 2024 Increasing trade volumes bolster port activity (CW Group) GMK Center reports a significant uptick in iron and steel transshipment at the port of Riga, highlighting growing trade activity in the region. During January-April 2024, Riga's Freeport...

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• Category: Markets & trade