Exports support Spanish cement sector as domestic demand dwindles
Domestic cement consumption came in at 5.2 million t in Spain in 1H14, down 3% y/y. Meanwhile, export volumes improved by 35% y/y to reach 4.97 million t.
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Domestic cement consumption came in at 5.2 million t in Spain in 1H14, down 3% y/y. Meanwhile, export volumes improved by 35% y/y to reach 4.97 million t.
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Some of this week’s key cement sector news: LafargeHolcim divestments, construction statistics and industry appointments.
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A dust suppression system provided an environmental solution to a port in South West England during stormy weather.
The latest news updates from the Finnish and Romanian construction sectors.