Vertical integration mini-series: why? how? and value destruction?

Given the recent turmoil in construction activity across the globe, a number of market participants in the cement industry have begun to consider the possibility of vertical integration into ready-mix concrete (and other concrete products) and the impact such strategy may have on their business.

CemWeek, in its special features section will post a mini-series of three articles on vertical integration by Mr. Terry Pavlopoulos.