
CNBM announces successful start-up of Iraqi clinker line
On 30 March 2014, the 3300 tpd Iraq Al-Douh clinker production line, which was constructed by CNBM International Engineering Co. Ltd, successfully came onstream.
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On 30 March 2014, the 3300 tpd Iraq Al-Douh clinker production line, which was constructed by CNBM International Engineering Co. Ltd, successfully came onstream.

Beumer’s BG software suite can be adapted to each customer’s specific needs to ensure optimum material flow control.

In the second part of this article from the August 2014 issue of World Cement, the Dominican Cement Producers Association looks at cement demand, construction activity and trade in the region.

Cement dispatches improved m/m in Argentina in July, fell slightly y/y in Ecuador in June, while the number of cement bags sold in Puerto Rico in June 2014 was higher than in June 2013.

Speaking at UltaTech Cement’s 14th Annual General Meeting, Mr Birla said that a CAPEX of approximately Rs.7,000 crore will go towards expansion projects, brownfield sites and grinding units.

Figures indicate cement consumption is growing faster than production; local cement manufacturers look at opportunities for expansion.

As part of a US$2 billion investment in Africa between now and 2018, GE is partnering with Dangote Industries and the Dangote Foundation to develop infrastructure and training initiatives.

Higher volumes and improved average selling prices boosted profits in the first half of this year.

The cement company has received £4.5 million in funding to deliver CO2 emissions savings of 7500 tpa across 10 sites in the UK.

The construction aggregates company has issued a statement on its results, showing a 10% increase in shipments and a 32% rise in gross profit.

Indonesian mining company Bukit Asam has expressed its satisfaction with the reliable performance of Voith fluid couplings installed at its Tanjung Enim Coal Mine in Sumatra.

An infographic about Latin America, part of the regional report in World Cement’s August 2014 issue.