Titan reinforces zero carbon commitment with new calciner

04 April 2024 Dimitris Papalexopoulos, emphasizes the company's commitment to environmental stewardship, aiming to transform the Kamari facility into one of Europe's largest carbon-neutral cement plants by 2030. Titan's investment not only drives technological...

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• Category: Environment

Titan America chosen by DOE to spearhead green cement innovation

03 April 2024 a USD 61.7 million award from the DOE to facilitate the deployment of a calcined clay production line at its Troutville facility. This initiative is part of the USD 6.3 billion Industrial Demonstrations Program managed by the DOE's Office of Clean...

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• Category: Environment

Shree Cement's grand expansion unveiled

02 April 2024 crore, generating excitement in the industry. Shree Cement's latest addition in Guntur, its sixth integrated production facility in India and second in the southern region, reinforces its position as a key player in the cement industry. This move...

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• Category: Plant Expansions

SSAB announces steel mill project

02 April 2024 HYBRIT technology, aimed at drastically reducing carbon emissions. With a capacity of 2.5 million tons per year, the facility will feature two electric arc furnaces and utilize a combination of fossil-free iron sponge from the HYBRIT demonstration plant...

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• Category: Projects

Cargill's biofuel venture shakes GrainCorp's growth strategy

02 April 2024 CBH Group signals a strategic move to capitalize on the increasing demand for biofuels. By establishing a state-of-the-art facility in proximity to ample canola sources, the companies aim to bolster their positions in the burgeoning biofuel market....

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• Category: Markets & trade

Udaipur Cement works doubles production capacity

01 April 2024 commissioned an additional 2.50 million tons per annum (MTPA) cement grinding capacity at its Udaipur, Rajasthan facility, according to Reality+. Chairperson Vinita Singhania lauded the expansion, emphasizing UCWL's achievement in doubling its total...

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• Category: Volume & Pricing

Kingspan expands operations with Mattoon facility

29 March 2024 New building materials facility to boost Midwest economy (CW Group) Kingspan Insulated Panels North America announced plans to establish a new manufacturing facility in Mattoon, Illinois, reinforcing its commitment to meeting growing customer demands...

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• Category: Construction

Cuong Ve Son Tay's new paper core manufacturing machine

29 March 2024 Cuong Ve Son Tay Paper Company has recently inaugurated an advanced paper core manufacturing machine at its facility in Jinzhong city, Shanxi province. The PM 9, operational since March 16, stands as a testament to the company's commitment to innovation...

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• Category: China

UCWL unveils new Cement Mill IV

29 March 2024 million MT to 4.7 million MT, positioning the company as a prominent player in the cement industry. The state-of-the-art facility integrates cutting-edge technology and machinery, enhancing operational efficiency and product quality while prioritizing...

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• Category: Environment

Seaoil expands with Zamboanga bulk terminal

28 March 2024 newly inaugurated Zamboanga Bulk Terminal boasts a massive storage capacity of 30.5 million liters, making it the largest facility in Zamboanga del Sur and enhancing Seaoil's total capacity to over 440 million liters. This expansion aims to meet the...

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• Category: Ports & handling

Toscotec transforms PAPECO factory in Normandy

28 March 2024 in Yankee steel dryers, PAPECO anticipates reaping the benefits of increased reliability and operational safety at its facility. Emmanuel Coulon, PAPECO's general director, emphasized the company's commitment to resource efficiency and energy...

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• Category: Europe & Central Asia

Heidelberg Materials raises cement production

28 March 2024 2005, the company has invested in the country's economy by acquiring two cement plants and establishing a new production facility in the Mangystau region. This expansion not only bolsters local employment but also caters to the demand for cement in...

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• Category: Markets & Competition

Gypsum plant set to transform Eloy landscape

27 March 2024 Discover the long-awaited arrival of a cutting-edge manufacturing facility (CW Group) A state-of-the-art gypsum manufacturing plant is poised to revolutionize Eloy's industrial scene, informs Pinalcentral.com. After a seventeen-year journey, the...

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• Category: Lime & Gypsum

Shree Cement's Hyderabad ready-mix plant unveiled

27 March 2024 a significant leap in the company's expansion endeavors. Situated strategically in Hyderabad, the newly operational facility boasts cutting-edge technology and advanced machinery, ensuring optimal production efficiency and consistent quality of...

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• Category: Plant Expansions

Cemex Philippines expands

27 March 2024 for construction materials, unveiling a new warehouse in Barangay Pangao West, Ibaan, Batangas. The 1,500-square-meter facility strategically located in the growth corridor of Batangas and Quezon aims to strengthen Cemex Philippines’ supply chain...

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• Category: Markets & Competition

Seaoil expands Mindanao presence with Zamboanga bulk terminal

27 March 2024 and is strategically positioned at the ZAMBOECOZONE Authority and Freeport in Brgy. Talisayan, Zamboanga City. This facility caters to the fuel needs of Zamboanga del Sur, Tawi-Tawi, Jolo, and Sulu. Equipped with a storage capacity of 30.5 million...

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• Category: Ports & handling

Valmet expands filter fabric manufacturing in Brazil

26 March 2024 paper sectors in South America. The expansion project encompasses the relocation of the existing office and manufacturing facility, installation of new machinery, and enhancements in operational energy efficiency and emission reduction measures. Jarkko...

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• Category: South America

Port of Richmond's ambitious expansion

26 March 2024 efficient operations. PPMT, formerly Historic Shipyard Number 3, serves as a crucial hub for automobile imports, with the facility receiving a fluctuating number of vessels over recent years. The Port of Richmond has undertaken several infrastructure...

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• Category: Ports & handling

Billerud's Wisconsin Rapids mill acquisition

25 March 2024 to conclude in April 2024. Billerud emphasizes its commitment to retain ownership of the Wisconsin Rapids Converting Facility, pivotal for converting paper rolls from its Michigan mills and imported carton boards from European mills. This strategic move...

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• Category: North America

Altri's new cellulose project

25 March 2024 area of 1.5 million square meters, the project entails the conversion of the former Canfor pulp mill into a large-scale facility dedicated to cellulose extraction. Unlike traditional pulp mills like Ence in Pontevedra, Altri's venture focuses on...

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• Category: Europe & Central Asia